Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
Overview
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3 hours
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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.
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
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.
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.
Sample Menu
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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)
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Workshop · Traditional Spanish Sangria
Take part in a hands-on sangria-making workshop and enjoy your creation. Non-alcoholic version also available
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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
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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)
Options
Paella Barcelona: Market Visit, Tapas, Sangria and Paella Class
Reviews
2,813 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful time....
Julia S,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful time. Everything was organized and timed perfectly. Maria and her assistant were so friendly and delightful. Our classmates were all very fun. Very accommodating for non alcoholic people and any allergies. Would recommend to others.
It was all it said it...
Karen S,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was all it said it was. Our chef Aye Aye was very fun and gave us a nice tour to & from the market. His paella, sangria & almond cake were the best.
Great class!
Kathleen M,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great class! Simone and Hugo were so fun and great teachers. The paella, sangria and cake were delicious. Highly recommend!
Best class ever
640chanellem,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our cooking class was amazing, the food was amazing, the instructors were amazing. I don’t have enough words to describe. Please book.
Go for it!
WendyCastelli,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth it! Maria and Nestor, the prep, planning and food was A+. Learned so much and can’t wait to dazzle friends at home
A perfect first night experience.
Lori F,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Timely, fun, informative. The market was very active and so beautiful. The kitchen we used was stone walled - very pretty. It was fun working with the seafood - especially learning how to clean a squid. The food was delicious.
Love, Love, Love
DIEDRAM K,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Paella cooking class with Chef Andres was immersive and I totally forgot anything going on around me. The Paella was absolutely delicious, and they also considered my gluten sensitivity and made allowances for me. I am so glad I did this--it was the highlight of my trip.
A wonderful afternoon
kenncat,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fun-filled class from beginning to end. The trip to the market was enjoyable. Everyone worked together to make a delicious paella. We also enjoyed Sangria and almond cake. Well done!
Paella Muy Deliciosa
Paul B,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely a fantastic experience. Our chef was brilliant, helpful, and very informative. The food we cook together was the best I’ve eaten in Spain. I cannot recommend this highly enough especially if you get Ianto as your guide.
Not to be missed experience.
Therese L,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hugo and Maria were engaging, warm and very talented chefs. The class was fantastic and the paella was the best we had in Barcelona. If you schedule on a Sunday there is no market visit. That was disappointing but did not deter from the overall success.
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