Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
Overview
Available languages
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
2,999 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great cooking experience!
kimberlycE144FD,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great time- from visiting the market to learning how to make paella while sipping sangria- a great way to spend an afternoon!
Amazing!
vangia2026,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Interactive and fun!
Paella Class
Scenic66065290764,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing. Highly recommend. Best paella I have ever had
Yummy
Audrey L,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized and delicious. Market trip, cooking and eating was great. We look forward to try the recipes at home.
Fantastic evening with Simon
Mike C,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic evening. Simon was a great guide. Really enjoyed it. Great food. Great company. Highly recommend.
Ianto is the best! Amazing experience.
Kevin P,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was truly an amazing experience! Ianto was a superb tour guide and really gave us a great time. He was knowledgeable, patient, funny, and made our day. Our group would book the same class again.
Awesome Food!
David G,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Simon was an experienced chef with a great personality. He had everyone join in on great conversations and cooking. The end result was food and drink that was outstanding. Everyone in my family loved this.
Cooking in Barcelona
X3493UMkellym,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria and Ianto were absolutely incredible!!!! Such a fun day. 10/10 recommend!! A must don
Best cooking class!
Sammy D,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience booked it last minute with zero expectations and it blew everything I thought it would be out of the water! It was so much fun and so interactive we had a blast and would 100% do it again and again they were so accommodative and made the experience so fun!
A unique and entertaining activity
Leslie H,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is truly a unique experience. We enjoyed visiting the market and making paella.. The chef is talented and entertaining. I highly recommend this activity.
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