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Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

Barcelona, Spainby Gastronomic Arts Barcelona

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

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.

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)

Itinerary

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.

Meeting and pickup

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

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.

Good to know

  • 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
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  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • As everything is made fresh, food allergies will be confirmed at the start of the class.
  • We do offer a chicken or vegetarian paella option

Cancellation policy

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

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