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
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
2,724 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Firsthand Cooking Experience
David S,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you truly want to recreate authentic Paella cuisine with all the firsthand methods of ingredient selection (at the marketplace), preparation, and finally cooking, GAB LAB is the place. Chef Gabriella was fun, dynamic, extremely knowledgeable, and attentive during our hands-on cooking class. Really liked all the little tidbits she provided to ensure we knew what to look for while cooking to ensure it was done properly. As you all know, nothing like eating an incredible dish and we knocked it out of the park with her guidance.
Good
BackPacker802589,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very good. Very interesting
A tour not to be missed!
Diamond173,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to the market was truly informative on choose the right seafood! Then back to the kitchen to learn how to make and awesome mesl!! Go hungry!!
Highlight of Barcelona
Putz076,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matteo was a fantastic guide / teacher. The market was fantastic, he taught us how to select healthy clams and mussels. Cooking was fun and best Paella ever had
Our family of 5,...
Rachel G,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family of 5, including our three sons (8, 10 and 12) had a wonderful time in this cooking class. They were so accommodating to our kids including non-alcoholic sangria and making a separate chicken paella that they could eat. It was a fantastic experience and my kids came home so eager to help in the kitchen. Strongly recommend!!
Paella Making and Sangria/Tapas/Dessert Tasting
kathleenkN1386JK,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun, informative and tasty experience. Matteo did an excellent job making it interactive and educational.
Worth it!
Jodie N,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ianto was an excellent guide. I learned so much. The Paella was amazing and it was a delightful way to spend an afternoon in Barcelona!
Paella Cooking Class does not disappoint
O7844XDnicoles,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a wonderful experience to learn how to make authentic Paella, Sangria and Tarta de Santiago dessert! Had a lot of great instruction with our lead host/chef - he was knowledgable and an excellent instructor! We had a lot of fun learning and participating in the making of our delicious dinner! It was interesting to learn how to pick good seafood, the order and steps to cook Paella and how to tell when it is complete. Highly recommend, great learning and excellent food!
Thank you!
Wilson ,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an excellent time in this class. The food and sangria were really good, and I had a great time meeting the rest of the people there. Thank you Matteo and Maria!
A must for foodies
C9963TRlisah,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! Going to the market is a must. The staff and chefs were top notch, spoke perfect English, were engaging, fun, professional and helpful. I learned so much about cleaning squid!
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