Barcelona: Black Ink Seafood Paella Cooking Class
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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An unforgettable Barcelona experience where you’ll master the art of striking black paella!
Start like a local: toast with Catalan cava while sampling artisan tapas (Spanish ham, cheeses). Then, dive into a sangria-making workshop with seasonal fruits and local wine.
MASTER THE ICONIC BLACK PAELLA
Under the guidance of our professional chef, you’ll unlock the secrets of this stunning dish:
Discover the unique technique behind BLACK SEAFOOD PAELLA, made with squid ink and fresh seafood.
Learn each step hands-on—from sautéing the sofrito to achieving the perfect socarrat.
FEAST & CELEBRATE
Gather around our candlelit table to:
Savor the black paella you’ve created, paired with Spanish wine,
Share stories and laughter with new friends.
✨ YOUR TAKEAWAYS
A digital recipe for the black seafood paella,
The confidence to recreate this Catalan magic at home,
Lasting memories of a unique, laughter-filled experience in our kitchen.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Dare to Cook the Dramatic Black Paella of Barcelona. YOUR UNIQUE EXPERIENCE UNFOLDS: A CATALAN WELCOME Begin your journey sipping cava in our studio kitchen while savoring a selection of artisan Spanish appetizers: premium jamón, local cheeses, and marinated olives. SANGRIA CRAFTING & BLACK PAELLA MASTERY Under the guidance of our professional chef, dive into the hands-on magic: Craft your own sangria using seasonal fruits and quality Spanish wines. Master the art of the iconic black seafood paella, learning the secrets behind its striking color and deep, briny flavor. A CANDLELIT COMMUNAL FEAST Gather around our beautifully set table to enjoy the stunning dish you've created. Savor your dramatic black paella, paired with Spanish wine, in a warm, family-style meal. YOU TAKE HOME: A digital recipe to recreate the magic. The confidence to make authentic black paella. Unforgettable memories of a truly unique culinary adventure.
Sample Menu
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Welcome Cava & Appetizers
Catalan sparkling wine & Spanish jamón, cheese, fuet, traditional pan con tomate.
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Black Squid Ink Seafood Paella
Cook and taste Black squid ink seafood paella: Squid, Cuttlefish, Prawns, Norway Lobsters, Monkfish, and Mussels are ingredients for our Black Paella
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Sangria:
Make YOUR pitcher: mix fresh fruits and Spanish wine
What‘s Included
Black squid ink seafood paella, traditional Appetizers & Wine
Black squid ink seafood paella, traditional Appetizers & Wine
Sangria, Wine, Cava, Water.
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Barcelona: Black Ink Seafood Paella Cooking Class
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect family cooking experience!
Publiedit,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience! Came with my family — wife and two kids — and we all enjoyed it so much. The black paella turned out amazing, and the whole class was fun and easy to follow. Highly recommend for families with children!
Learned so much – and laughed even more!
emmasY6845DO,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The perfect mix of learning and fun! The chef taught us real techniques (sofrito, stock, rice ratios) but in such a simple, hands-on way that everyone could follow. Our group had zero cooking experience and we still made incredible black paella. Highly recommend!
Perfect for a birthday celebration!
655aleksandrai,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked this for my husband's birthday with a group of friends. Such a unique way to celebrate – we cooked together, laughed a lot, and the food was incredible. Will definitely be back! :)
Amazing Paella Experience in the heart of Barcelona!
P5318ON ,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Not just a cooking class – a real experience. The chef Miguel knows his stuff, the ingredients are fresh, and you actually get to cook, not just watch. Worth every penny!
Amazing experience with Chef Miguel!
hannasK7420BP,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a wonderful time learning to make authentic black paella in Barcelona. Chef Miguel was warm, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience fun and hands-on. Sitting down to enjoy the delicious paella we made together was great too! Highly recommend!
Professional, warm, and incredibly delicious!
andresW8258HL,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chef Maria is a top-level professional! She not only showed us all the nuances of preparing authentic black paella but also shared secrets that distinguish home cooking from restaurant cuisine. Maria patiently answered all our questions and helped everyone along the way. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. If you're looking for an authentic gastronomic experience in Barcelona—you need to book with Maria!
The best paella I've ever tasted!
173natallias,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hands down the best cooking class I've ever done. Learning to make authentic black paella with Maria was a real treat. The class was well-organized, fun, and incredibly tasty. If you're in Barcelona, book this experience. You won't regret it!
Learned authentic black seafood paella - great tips from a real professional chef!
Voyager04121056736,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I've made paella at home a few times but always wanted to learn how to do the black version with seafood. So glad I took this class! The chef was a true professional—knew her stuff inside out. Got so many great tips that I never would have figured out on my own. The whole process made perfect sense once she explained it. End result? A massive pan of black seafood paella loaded with mussels and prawns that tasted incredible. Way better than my attempts at home! Beautiful space, fun afternoon, and actually learned something useful. Highly recommend.
Best cooking class in Barcelona!
jadelarubia,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So glad I booked this! Started with cava and amazing Spanish ham and cheeses. Then we made sangria with fresh fruit and local wine (and drank it while cooking). The black paella we made was incredible—honestly better than any I had at restaurants here. Beautiful space, super clean, and our chef was lovely. Such a fun morning. Worth every penny. Highly recommend!
Skip the tourist restaurants — this is the real Barcelona experience!
noiryx,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I've eaten paella at several restaurants in Barcelona, but none of them compare to the one we made in this class. Seriously! From start to finish, this experience was perfect. The venue is gorgeous and spotless, and our chef instructor was an absolute gem—so welcoming, patient, and she explains everything clearly in perfect English. What I loved most was how hands-on it is. This isn't a demonstration where you just watch someone else cook. We were actually doing it: chopping, frying, stirring, making our own sangria, and carefully adding ingredients to the rice for our black paella. We even learned the technique for cooking this type of rice properly! We had so much wine throughout the afternoon, and the whole group bonded over the cooking. By the end, we sat down together to enjoy the feast we'd created. The flavor of that black seafood paella was incredible, way better than anything we ordered in restaurants. The best part? I actually feel confident I can make this at home now. If you're in Barcelona, do yourself a favor and book this class. It's worth every penny!
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