Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

5.0
(2,507 reviews)
Barcelona, Spain

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us for a top-rated paella cooking class that’s hands-on, social, and rooted in authentic Spanish cuisine. Suitable for beginners and confident home cooks alike, this experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups who enjoy great food and good company.

Your local chef will guide you through the market, introduce you to fellow food lovers from around the world, and teach you the techniques behind this iconic Spanish dish. You’ll receive clear guidance, insider tips, and recipes so you can recreate the experience at home.

We’re deeply passionate about sharing Spanish food and culture and take pride in creating welcoming, memorable experiences around the table. If you’re looking for a fun, authentic, and delicious way to connect with Barcelona, we’d love to cook with you.

Example Menu

Starter

Starter · Seasonal Spanish Tapas

A selection of fresh, seasonal tapas such as cured meats, cheeses, pimientos de padrón, pan con tomate, and olives (Selections may vary)

Starter

Workshop · Traditional Spanish Sangria

Take part in a hands-on sangria-making workshop and enjoy your creation. Non-alcoholic version also available

Main

Main · Paella

Seafood paella Vegetarian and chicken options available Food allergies and preferences are collected at the start of the class

Dessert

Dessert · Tarta de Santiago

Classic almond cake from Galicia

Starter

Beverages

Bottled water, juice, and non-alcoholic sangria available

What's Included

Beverages included: sangria, red wine, bottled water, and juice
**La Boqueria Market Tour (Excluding Sundays and Public Holidays)
Traditional Spanish dessert with instruction
Tapas tasting (selection varies)
Hands-on paella cooking class with a local chef
Sangria-making workshop
All recipes to recreate the experience at home
Gratuities (optional, for a job well done)
Market visit on Sundays and public holidays (market closed)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Gastronomic Arts Barcelona / GAB LAB

Please arrive early to avoid missing the market visit and important information. Late arrivals may rejoin 40 minutes after the class starts. On foot: From La Rambla, walk down Nou de la Rambla, first left onto Lancaster, halfway down on the right. White door with mural. Ring doorbell above mailbox.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into Barcelona’s culinary heart with a hands-on experience starting at the iconic La Boqueria Market. Walk the stalls with your local chef and learn how to choose the freshest seasonal ingredients.

After the market, head to GAB LAB, our modern test kitchen and dining space. Begin with a fun sangria-making workshop, followed by a tasting of seasonal tapas.

Next, put on your apron for a hands-on paella class. Learn the history and techniques behind this iconic dish as you cook, share stories, and bring your paella to life.

Once ready, enjoy your meal with fellow travelers, followed by a traditional Spanish dessert and farewell toast. Recipes are included so you can recreate the experience at home.

Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers, and groups seeking an authentic and social Barcelona experience.

Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere designed to help you connect, cook, and share an unforgettable meal together.

Please note:
- The market is closed Sundays and public holidays
- Classes at 11:00 and 19:00 end at Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis (9-minute walk from the market)
- Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available for those with food allergies and preferences.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Gastronomic Arts Barcelona

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Cancellation Policy

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

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