ABOUT US
Why we do what we do!
The Cooking Clubhouse is much more than just a cooking school, we emphasize the social aspect behind cooking, eating and drinking!
ABOUT US
Why we do what we do!
The Cooking Clubhouse is much more than just a cooking school, we emphasize the social aspect behind cooking, eating and drinking!
OUR PASSION
THE COOKING CLUBHOUSE OPENED ITS DOORS IN 2022 WITH THE PURPOSE OF CREATING A CULINARY SPACE THAT WILL ALLOW PEOPLE WITH SIMILAR PASSIONS TO MEET AND LEARN THE SKILLS BEHIND WHAT MAKES AN AMAZING CHEF!
Our professionally trained chefs, now turned professors, with countless hours and experience in Michelin starred restaurants will guide you step by step through mouth watering recipes that will leave your mouth watering and your future dinner guests amazed!
OUR PASSION
THE COOKING CLUBHOUSE OPENED ITS DOORS IN 2022 WITH THE PURPOSE OF CREATING A CULINARY SPACE THAT WILL ALLOW PEOPLE WITH SIMILAR PASSIONS TO MEET AND LEARN THE SKILLS BEHIND WHAT MAKES AN AMAZING CHEF!
Our professionally trained chefs, now turned professors, with countless hours and experience in Michelin starred restaurants will guide you step by step through mouth watering recipes that will leave your mouth watering and your future dinner guests amazed!
ALEX
VILLAR
Canada, Spain? No one really knows where he’s from, not even himself, but he’s been conditioned by the best of each! Leaving home at 18 and moving to San Sebastián to study at the Basque Culinary Center to then work at restaurant Noma in Copenhagen, Alex has trained and perfected his technique and love for the culinary world. In his spare time you can find him travelling extensively playing volleyball at the beach, spending time with his dog Kira, meeting friends and giving it all on the dance floor!
ALEX
VILLAR
Canada, Spain? No one really knows where he’s from, not even himself, but he’s been conditioned by the best of each! Leaving home at 18 and moving to San Sebastián to study at the Basque Culinary Center to then work at restaurant Noma in Copenhagen, Alex has trained and perfected his technique and love for the culinary world. In his spare time you can find him travelling extensively playing volleyball at the beach, spending time with his dog Kira, meeting friends and giving it all on the dance floor!
ERICK
BELLI
Eccentric, passionate and charismatic. He’s an exotic tropical fruit from Nicaragua, where quite early he discovered and followed his passion, becoming a head chef at the age of 24. Travel, have fun, leave a mark, repeat. If you don’t find him making a BBQ, rollerblading or playing board games, you can always ask he’s weiner dog Tila Tequila where he is at.
ERICK
BELLI
Eccentric, passionate and charismatic. He’s an exotic tropical fruit from Nicaragua, where quite early he discovered and followed his passion, becoming a head chef at the age of 24. Travel, have fun, leave a mark, repeat. If you don’t find him making a BBQ, rollerblading or playing board games, you can always ask he’s weiner dog Tila Tequila where he is at.
ANA
PATINO
Venezuelan who definitely enjoys moving around! At the age of 17 Ana moved to Canada to finish her high school before moving to Spain to the Basque region to study at the Basque Culinary Center. During the four year program she did internships in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona and spent some time in New York at Blue hill and Stone Barns. After graduation and gaining experience working in some of San Sebastian’s most famous pintxos bars she and her partner moved to the Netherlands where for three years they ran and managed a restaurant as head chefs. When it was finally time to move back to Spain she chose Madrid as her new home and joined our team to spread her love for eating, drinking and cooking others!
ANA
PATINO
Venezuelan who definitely enjoys moving around! At the age of 17 Ana moved to Canada to finish her high school before moving to Spain to the Basque region to study at the Basque Culinary Center. During the four year program she did internships in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona and spent some time in New York at Blue hill and Stone Barns. After graduation and gaining experience working in some of San Sebastian’s most famous pintxos bars she and her partner moved to the Netherlands where for three years they ran and managed a restaurant as head chefs. When it was finally time to move back to Spain she chose Madrid as her new home and joined our team to spread her love for eating, drinking and cooking others!
SANTIAGO
BUSTAMANTE
Born in Madrid but with basque blood running through his veins. He started cooking thanks to the passion for the food of his mother and grandfather. He went to San Sebastian to study at the Basque Culinary Center and after a few Michelin star restaurants such as Arzak, Akelarre and Dstage, he decided to go back to the roots of the tapas and started working at pintxos Bars. Then, the opportunity to manage a restaurant in the Netherlands arrived and he went with Ana to be the Head Chef for a few years. Now, he came back to Madrid to share all his passion for gastronomy and all his culinary experiences!
SANTIAGO
BUSTAMANTE
Born in Madrid but with basque blood running through his veins. He started cooking thanks to the passion for the food of his mother and grandfather. He went to San Sebastian to study at the Basque Culinary Center and after a few Michelin star restaurants such as Arzak, Akelarre and Dstage, he decided to go back to the roots of the tapas and started working at pintxos Bars. Then, the opportunity to manage a restaurant in the Netherlands arrived and he went with Ana to be the Head Chef for a few years. Now, he came back to Madrid to share all his passion for gastronomy and all his culinary experiences!
RAQUEL
CUELLAR
Raquel is a mix of the best parts of Spain, she has the bold attitude of someone from Madrid but the quirkiness and Spirit of those from Malaga! Raquel started working in the restaurant industry ever since she can remember and has since worked in all kinds of hospitality jobs from fine dining restaurants, to large production kitchens, to seasonal beach resorts in Ibiza and even feeding thousands of congress assistant.
Rachels smile is infectious and her energy is felt the moment she steps into the kitchen. You will be in luck if she is the chef leading your class!
RAQUEL
CUELLAR
Raquel is a mix of the best parts of Spain, she has the bold attitude of someone from Madrid but the quirkiness and Spirit of those from Malaga! Raquel started working in the restaurant industry ever since she can remember and has since worked in all kinds of hospitality jobs from fine dining restaurants, to large production kitchens, to seasonal beach resorts in Ibiza and even feeding thousands of congress assistant.
Rachels smile is infectious and her energy is felt the moment she steps into the kitchen. You will be in luck if she is the chef leading your class!