Private Boqueria Market & Paella Class in Barcelona

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

This private Barcelona culinary experience combines a guided tour of La Boqueria with a hands-on paella cooking class in a local Gràcia studio, offering a deeper connection to Spanish food culture than a standard cooking class alone. Begin by tasting jamón and exploring one of the city’s most iconic markets with your host, learning how to select high-quality local ingredients before heading to the studio to cook. Then prepare authentic paella, sangria, and crema catalana from scratch with step-by-step guidance from a local chef. With a private setting, personalized instruction, and a menu tailored to your preferences, this experience is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic, immersive food experience in Barcelona.

Example Menu

Starter

Sangria

Seasonal fruit and red wine

Starter

Local cheeses and sausages

Main

Paella

Traditional Spanish rice (seafood, chicken and vegetable or vegetable)

Dessert

Crema Catalan

Local dessert to finish

What's Included

Spanish jamón tasting at the market
Private hands-on paella cooking class in a Gràcia studio
Private transfer from La Boqueria to the cooking studio
Three-course meal: sangria, paella, and crema catalana
Private guided tour of La Boqueria market

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your host at the Escribà | Liceu pastry shop on the Rambla near La Boqueria Market.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Begin your experience with a 45-minute guided tour of La Boqueria, Barcelona’s most iconic food market, led by your local chef host. Taste Spanish jamón at a trusted Catalan charcuterie, sample specialties such as salt cod and marinated olives, and learn how to choose high-quality local ingredients as you explore the market’s vibrant seafood, produce, and specialty stalls. You may also pick up fresh ingredients to use in your cooking class.

After the market tour, enjoy included transportation to a centrally located studio in Gràcia for your private, hands-on paella cooking class. Learn to prepare authentic Spanish paella from scratch, make refreshing sangria, and create a traditional crema catalana with step-by-step guidance from your host. Choose from seafood, chicken, or vegetarian paella, and enjoy your homemade meal together with 1–2 glasses of sangria.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Choose from seafood, chicken, or vegetarian paella; please share your preference in advance. Seafood will be prepared by default if no preference is provided.
  • Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice; please include them when booking.
  • The cooking studio is located one floor above ground level and is accessible by elevator for guests who cannot take the stairs.
Supplied by Traveling Spoon

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Dining Experiences
Cooking Classes
Restaurants
Lunch
Dinner
Weddings & Celebrations
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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