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
2,612 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10/10 would recommend!
56ninfab,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very cool experience. Must try in Barcelona. Yaya was amazing at providing knowledge .
Unforgettable experience
LRA1976,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We would highly recommend this experience. The food was delicious and we loved learning from our wonderful instructor Hugo. One of the best things we did in Barcelona.
A Fantastic Cooking Class in Barcelona
A8986FElaurah,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The paella cooking class with a market visit, tapas, and sangria was something we’re going to remember do a long time! Andres and Hugo were such great hosts and teachers! We had a blast going to the Mercat de la Boqueria to pick out our seafood. The walk to our cooking location was nice. The tapas were delicious and it was really fun making our own sangria before we made the paella. Our hosts did a great job at explaining how we’d be making the food and our group was also so fun and welcoming. I would definitely recommend this experience for anyone who comes to Barcelona!
Excellent cooking class in Barcelona
790LynneB,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One word excellent!!! Hugo and Maria were superb. We had a wonder time learning to cook paella ...
Great experience and food
Bree S,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interesting experience our guide was fantastic and the food was even better. The kitchen was also a really interesting and beautiful space.
Absolutely a YES
Lavina V,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria sangria is amazing! Matteo is awesome too! Easily located and the food was great! Definitely worth the visit!
Highlight of vacation that I would do again!
273bethz,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is a must when visiting Barcelona. It’s a great gastronomy experience to learn how to make the food that is a staple of Spanish culture. Hugo and Maria were our hosts and the instruction was clear and easy to follow. The market experience was educational and the results were delicious! Now that I am home from my vacation, I look forward to making Sangria, Paella and Tarta de Santiago for my friends!
Must do!
Jackie O,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an absolute highlight of our trip! The trip to the market, sangria, and everything was excellent! It exceeded our expectation!
5/5!!!!!
Natalie G,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00LOVED THIS. My husband and I had a great time and Matteo was AMAZING. Only suggestion would be to meet at the market instead of the lab especially since we ended up going to a different kitchen after and it was pouring. Again highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an authentic Barcelona experience!
Wonderful Paella Experience
314bevr,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great class, very nice service. We cut it ourselves, fried it ourselves, boiled it ourselves, and of course ate it ourselves. We had seafood paella but chicken was an option. We had sangrias and grape juice for the kids with tapas. For dessert, a cake of Santiago. Beautiful experience, will recommend. 🙂⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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