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
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
2,978 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must try! With great food
josephl368,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it. Highlight of our family trip
Barcelona Paella Cooking Class
aliciav275,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I always enjoy taking cooking classes. This class in particular was extremely informative, learning new preparation and cooking techniques from our knowledgeable chef. The chef was always positive and engaging. We were able to actually cook and not merely watch. The end results were delicious. We also appreciated the fact that we were emailed the recipes of the dishes we cooked!!
Fun Fun Fun with Paella
NadineOfOregon,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andreas was an excellent guide for our paella cooking class. He was entertaining and informative. The atmosphere was lively and fun with the other guests. It was a nice group to be part of. I learned how to make paella and I am excited to try out my new skills back home. Andreas mentioned there are other food markets, I do wish the class give us a map of the locations of the other local markets to visit. I am a foodie.
Great way to start the afternoon!
Brian K,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience. I took the 11 am class, my chef Nestor was friendly and shared lots of information about the history of the city, the dishes, and the traditional techniques to prepare them. Would highly recommend!
Must-do
susiem34,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful class! Chef Gabriel and his team were fantastic! And the tapas, sangria and paella were absolutely delicious! We didn’t get to make it to the market as it was closed because it was Sunday but we had more time in the kitchen! This was a memorable experience that we will not forget! And we were given recipes to try at home!!!!!
Wonderful Class
Shannon C,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ianto and his crew taught a great class at the paella we made was some of the best I've ever had! We learned a lot and had a great time.
Excellent experience
kevin h,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I just got back from our Paella cooking experience and loved it! Yato (the British skater turned chef) was an excellent host, and kept us all entertained while teaching us the tricks to making lights-out paella! Tell him BOGO when you see him :)
Fun and tasty
Ronan S,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really fun experience and enjoyable way to pass the evening learning how to make paella and sangria.
Paella perfecto!
aimeerG6393LA,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best choice ever of Barcelona experiences! Gabby our chef was amazing. So knowledgable and engaging and made the experience great!
Wonderful
J K,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing market, followed by a fantastic paella cooking and dining experience. Well worth the experience
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