Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
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
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
Options
Paella Barcelona: Market Visit, Tapas, Sangria and Paella Class
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)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,912 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Authentic Catalan Paella
wendycoffelt,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The cooking experience was fantastic. Simon was a fun and engaging host. We started with ingredient shopping at the outdoor market followed by Sangria making and interactive hands-on cooking. I would highly recommend this excursion.
A Must Do in Barcelona!
Karen F,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceeded my expectations! Loved going to the market and learning how to choose the seafood. Then learning how to make sangria while enjoying tapas. And then the ultimate - learning to make paella - all led by the amazing chef Ianto! We went with our kids (in their 20’s) and they loved it too. Learned so much about the history of Spanish food - loved every minute! And Ianto was the absolute best!!
We had fun. Fresh...
Peter S,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had fun. Fresh ingredients. Learned how to make paella. Delicious. I recommend it for travelers..
Great family experience
Ritesh S,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience! The combination of the market tour and class was really nice. We have two kids and they enjoyed it so much. Yaya was fantastic! Definitely worth doing.
Yaya is the actual best!
P4918FIlaurenl,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So good- Yaya is the best. Learned so much and enjoyed every minute. Don’t hesitate to book!!
Fun and memorable experience!
phwfd,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much fun! Yaya was a great host.
Great cooking experience
Lynore M,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience with Gabby. Highly recommended. The sangria, paella, and dessert were wonderful. We met special people.
Something for everyone
Kim R,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is an interactive, engaging, and educational experience! Each one of us in our family of 4 with a 19 and 22 year old enjoyed it and had some laughs.
Exceptional cooking experience in Barcelona
Maps52117963235,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I can not recommend this opportunity more highly! The tour guides were incredible, the experience in La Boqueria was informative, and the making of paella and sangria with 4 other couples was something we will never forget. From making new friends to learning the nuances of paella and sangria perfection, we delighted in every second of this opportunity. Definite 10/10 from us!
Our chef was very...
Dee B,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our chef was very entertaining. We had a good group of people and he got everyone involved. It was fun making and drinking our own Sangria. I can't wait to try and make the cake we had at the end. I appreciate that they sent us the recipes.
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