Cooking Classes at Mara

Irish Coast Meets Cantabria

Modern Irish Flavours with a Spanish Soul

Culinary classes with chef Luis Martin at Mara

Class format:

Join us in the kitchen as we fuse the bold, vibrant flavours of northern Spain with the finest Irish coastal produce.

Led by our very own Chef Luis Martin, these intimate, hands-on classes offer a unique opportunity to explore the soulful intersection of Spanish flair and Irish ingredients.

In a small-group setting, you’ll learn how to prepare wholesome, seasonal Irish produce using modern techniques inspired by the culinary traditions of Cantabria.

From fresh seafood to garden vegetables, discover how to incorporate local produce and flavours from Northern Spain with Luis’s signature style. Perfect for passionate home cooks and curious food lovers alike.

Details:

Join us every second Wednesday at 6 PM for a hands-on cooking experience. All equipment is provided, and you’ll take home a recipe book featuring every dish you prepare in class, perfect for recreating the magic at home.

Group bookings can be made but must be arranged privately.

- Light snack on arrival
- Quick intro to Luis, overview of the menu, ingredients, and goals of the session.
- Participants split into small teams (or solo if preferred)
- Luis demonstrates each dish step-by-step, then guides the group as you cook
- Focus on knife skills, timing, seasoning, and plating
- Sit down to enjoy the food together
- Wine pairing suggestions (optional)
- Open floor for questions about techniques, sourcing, or kitchen tips
- Printed recipe pack with Luis’s notes and alternatives
- List of trusted local producers
- Mara’s house granola mix as a gift