Evening Spanish Tapas Cooking Class with Drinks in Alicante

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

This is a warm, hands-on cooking experience that brings you straight into the heart of Alicante’s food culture. You'll cook a full tapas menu in a real, lively kitchen — not a staged set, but a working space where locals eat every day.

Led by a local chef and a friendly host, you’ll use fresh, top-quality ingredients from the Central Market to prepare authentic Spanish tapas while learning the techniques, stories, and traditions behind each dish.

It’s not just about recipes — it’s about connecting through food. You’ll cook, learn, and share the experience with others in a relaxed, local setting. The menu is plentiful and packed with flavour, but what stays with you is the atmosphere — real, honest, and uniquely Alicante.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Full homemade tapas dinner prepared during the workshop — fresh, local, and full of flavour. Includes 6–7 traditional dishes and dessert, all made from scratch in a real local kitchen.

Aprons provided so you can cook comfortably and stay clean throughout the experience.

Guided by a professional local chef throughout the cooking experience.

Local host included to support, translate, and keep things fun and easy.

A large, refreshing glass of homemade sangría is included with your dinner — fruity, cold, and full of flavour. Extra drinks can be added when booking.

Bottled still water is included throughout the experience to keep you refreshed while cooking and during the full tapas dinner.

What To Expect

During this authentic culinary experience in the heart of Alicante, you’ll learn to cook traditional Spanish tapas in a real working kitchen — not a tourist setup. Led by a local chef and host, you'll prepare dishes like tortilla de patatas, gazpacho, secreto Toast with Turrón Sauce, chorizo a la sidra, “delicias de Elche” (dates wrapped in bacon), and finish with torrija and turrón ice cream. The activity begins with a warm welcome and an introduction to the fresh, local ingredients sourced from Alicante’s Central Market. You’ll get hands-on — chopping, stirring, and plating — while learning the stories and traditions behind each dish. Vegetarian and allergy-friendly options are available upon request. Once the cooking is done, you’ll sit down to enjoy everything you’ve made, accompanied by sangría and water. The atmosphere is relaxed, social, and full of flavor. Whether you’re a foodie or a first-time cook, this workshop offers a unique and delicious evening in Alicante.

Sample Menu

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Tortilla de Patatas

Spanish omelette with soft potatoes, eggs, and olive oil — a golden, fluffy classic.

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Gazpacho

A refreshing cold Spanish soup made with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and olive oil, perfect for a hot day.

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Secreto Toast with Turrón Sauce

Tender, flavorful secreto (pork) served on a crispy toast, topped with a creamy turrón sauce. This dish offers a unique taste of Spain.

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Delicias de Elche

Sweet dates wrapped in crispy bacon — the perfect sweet and savoury bite.

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Chorizo a la Sidra

Spicy chorizo simmered in cider — bold, juicy, and full of Spanish character.

dessert

Torrija with Turrón Ice Cream

Warm, caramelized brioche paired with a scoop of rich nougat (turrón) ice cream.

Options

- 1 extra drink included

1 Extra drink included: Includes one additional drink of your choice (beer, wine, or more sangría)