Gastronomy
Basque cider houses open up to vegan and vegetarian menus
A new trend alongside the traditional txotx, catering for all tastes.
Via Hogarmania 2 min read
News and the season
What’s happening in the cider houses and around cider: the txotx season, festivals, awards and cider culture.
Gastronomy
A new trend alongside the traditional txotx, catering for all tastes.
Via Hogarmania 2 min read
Festivals and events
The new season’s cider took centre stage at the celebration, which brought together hundreds of people in a warm, festive atmosphere.
Via El Diario Vasco 1 min read
Guides and days out
The cider house season is in full swing in Gipuzkoa, and for those who want an authentic experience, influencer Iñaki Ibaibarriaga has shared some useful tips on his Instagram account, “Guk Green”.
Via El Diario Vasco 1 min read
Cider culture
The txotx season in Gipuzkoa draws thousands of people every year, with its distinctive menu and the famous cry of “txotx” that marks the start of the cider tasting.
Via Hogarmania 1 min read
Txotx season
Bookings are exceeding expectations, with customers booking well ahead and already looking for tables in March and April.
Via Noticias de Gipuzkoa 1 min read
Txotx season
From 15 February, the stretch of the street near Eroski will be closed to vehicles from 12:00. The measure aims to avoid crowding and make access easier for residents.
Via Ayuntamiento de Astigarraga 1 min read
Gastronomy
Zapiain, one of the most prestigious cider brands in the Basque Country, is launching an innovative apple-based aperitif designed to accompany the traditional “txotx” season.
Via Hule y Mantel 1 min read
Txotx season
In-person and telephone support and the setting up of the Purple Tent aim to prevent and respond to sexist assaults at weekends in February and March.
Via Noticias de Gipuzkoa 1 min read
News
From this Monday to Wednesday, ten Basque companies from Rioja Alavesa and the txakoli and cider sectors are taking part in the sixth edition of the “Wine Paris 2025” fair.
Via Noticias de Gipuzkoa 1 min read
Guides and days out
Influencer Jon Ander Resa, aka “El Disfrutómetro”, recommends two cider houses in Álava.
Via Noticias de Álava 1 min read
Txotx season
The towns of Hernani and Astigarraga have joined forces to launch a campaign calling for a change in the txotx season model.
Via El Diario Vasco 1 min read
Txotx season
Concern is growing over antisocial behaviour.
Via EITB 1 min read