Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with La Boqueria Market Visit
Overview
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3 hours
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Join us for a top-rated paella cooking class that's authentic, fun, and informative! Whether you're a newbie or a culinary superstar, this class is perfect for singles, couples, families, and groups who love good food and great company.
Our talented chef will take you to the market, introduce you to other foodies from around the world, and show you the ropes on making this famous Spanish dish. And don't worry, we'll give you all the tips and tricks you need to recreate the magic in your own kitchen.
We're not just passionate about food - we're downright obsessed! We take pride in what we do and we can't wait to share that with you. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind experience that's as unforgettable as it is delicious, look no further. We'll see you soon!
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‘s Included
All beverages (Sangria, bottled water, juice, red wine)
All of our recipes so you can recreate at home
Hands-on Paella Cooking Class with Chef
**La Boqueria Market Tour (Excluding Sundays and Public Holidays)
Spanish Dessert with instruction
Sangria-making workshop
Tapas tasting (items will vary)
Gratuity for a job well done
**Market Visit (Closed every Sunday and on Public holidays)
What To Expect
Get ready for a culinary adventure that starts at the world-famous La Boqueria market! Our chef will teach you how to pick the freshest ingredients in Barcelona’s top food market. After shopping, we’ll head back to the GAB LAB, our modern test kitchen and dining room. First, dive into a fun Sangria-making class. Learn the secrets behind Spain's favorite drink as you mix and sip. Then, taste some seasonal tapas, bursting with flavor. Next, put on your apron for a hands-on paella class. Discover the history and techniques behind this famous dish. Once your masterpiece is complete, enjoy the meal with your new friends and family. To finish, enjoy a delicious Spanish dessert and a farewell toast. We’ll send you home with all the recipes, so you can recreate the experience at home. Don't miss this chance to dive into the flavors of Spain, make new friends, and learn new cooking skills. Join us for a fun, delicious, and unforgettable experience! *Note: The market is closed Sundays and public holidays. *Classes at 11:00 and 19:00 will end at Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona (9 min walk from market) *Due to peak times and crowding, we may skip the market
Sample Menu
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Selection of Tapas
Fresh seasonal tapas - meats, cheeses, pimientos de padron, pan con tomate and olives (selections may vary)*
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Paella
Seafood Paella - Vegetarian and Chicken also available (food allergies and preferences will be collected at the start of the class)
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Traditional Spanish Sangria
You will participate in a Sangria-making workshop
dessert
Tarta de Santiago
Traditional Spanish Dessert
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Beverages
Bottled water, juice and non-alcoholic sangria is also available
Options
Paella Barcelona: Market Visit, Tapas, Sangria and Paella Class
Reviews
2,453 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time and delicious paella
Cara A,
Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time at the Paella Barcelona Experience! The market visit was fun and informative, the tapas and sangria were delicious, and the cooking class itself was easy to follow and super engaging. We enjoyed working with Alberto! He created a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, and the paella we made turned out incredible. A perfect mix of culture, cooking, and great food. Highly recommend!
Andreas was amazing!!
Jaysent,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing, instructional and entertaining cooking class with Andreas. Never knew how easy it was to make sangria. How incredibly encouraging Andreas was with his attitude and his genuine warmth and love of his work. If you have an opportunity to take this wonderful class don't miss it.! Thank you thank you thank you
Chicagoians in Barcelona
Storyteller603328,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it! They were wonderful and patient. So much fun! Great way to spend an afternoon with friends. Loved Hugo and Andras!
Excellent activity! Delicious food! Wonderful Sangria.
Michael P,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Gastronomy Arts Paella cooking class. Nestor was an excellent host and chef! We wanted to make sure we signed up for a class that lets you actually do the cooking. So much fun… never cleaned and prepped a squid before, for the calamari. Nestor was very specific, encouraging, funny, and helped us all. We were instructed on how to make sangria after given the ingredients at our table. Yum! For those who don’t like seafood ( or have an allergy) they can accommodate a chicken or veggie paella in addition to the seafood. We did an evening class, and it was a Monday night… so the actual fish market stalls at the Mercado are closed on Monday evenings, so Nestor had pre bought our ingredients. Nevertheless, we had nice brief walk through the Mercado. I highly recommend Gastronomy Arts Paella class!
Wonderful experience!
tjpatton,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time and Hugo was great. Went to the market and purchased the fresh ingredients for our paella. Came back to mix sangria and have tapas before preparing the ingredients for the paella. Cooking as a group, we prepared and assembled dinner, and while it cooked enjoyed more sangria. Dinner was wonderful as was the company. Highly recommend GAB!
Birthday Paella and Sangria
750alannal,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I visited Barcelona for her birthday and decided to take this paella cooking class. We enjoyed ourselves so much and the group was small enough for everyone to be active in the finished product (which was delicious). 1st we tried tapas prepared by the chef and then got to compare the sangria we made in class with the pre-made sangria. We were able to sip on our sangria as we prepared the paella from scratch. We also made an Almond cake for dessert. The instructors were not only very courteous, but very knowledgeable in providing us some history and safety tips for making our own paella and sangria. We finished it off with a cream liquor that tasted like a mix of eggnog and pumpkin spice (heaven). This was such an enjoyable experience. A definite must try.
Wonderful cooking class with Hugo and Bibi
Megann S,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hugo and Bibi were excellent hosts! The whole evening was perfect - we toured the market and learned how to select our ingredients, and transitioned to a hands-on class to make our paella and sangria. The kitchen studio was lovely and the equipment was top-notch. Hugo provided a ton of information about our dish and preparation methods and ensured everyone had a chance to participate. We thought this was one of our best chosen activities for our trip.
Fantastic Paella Cooking Class!
Casey B,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a really nice time on this tour. The market trip and learning about the seafood needed for the traditional paella was interesting, and the class itself was super fun and hands-on. Highly recommend!
So much fun and great food
Flyer819458,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hugo was amazing!!! The food turned so good. I highly recommend the experience. The recipe is customized to you and only the ingredients you like.
Great experience for a delicious paella
delphineaE2278QD,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great small group experience to appreciate the advice of the cook! Go ahead without hesitation. The market visit is a plus;-)
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