Paella Cooking Class in Malaga
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Learn with how to cook Spain’s most famous dish in Malaga from a chef on this 3.5-hour hands-on cooking class. Meet your chef guide and head to Malaga’s finest market, where you’ll learn about the ingredients necessary to make the best paella and other tasty Spanish dishes. Enjoy a traditional lunch and wine with new friends and bring home new cooking inspiration and recipes.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All the recipes
Olive oil tasting
Wine or beer, paired with the menu
Gazpacho
Paella
Selection of seasonal fruits
Aloreña olives or roasted almonds snack
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
*The visit to Atarazanas Market is only included in the daytime class from Monday to Saturday, as it is closed in the evenings and Sundays. Additionally, the market is closed on certain holidays (1/1, 6/1, 28/2, Thursday and Friday of Holy Week, 1/5, 15/8, 19/8, 8/9, 12/10, 1/11, 6/12, 8/12, 25/12).The evening and Sunday class lasts 3 h We start the tour with a visit to the vibrant Atarazanas market, where we will reveal the most surprising seasonal products of our region. Our large and modern kitchen is a 5 minutes’ walk away from the market. Before starting to cook, you’ll enjoy an Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting of different local and award-winning olive oils and some snacks like roasted almonds and our famous Aloreña olives. Apart from the Paella we also prepare sangría a refreshing and traditional gazpacho and churros* To top everything off, we have selected an excellent wine of the region. Join us and discover how an authentic Spanish Paella is prepared! *Tastings may vary to reflect seasonal products and/or partner availabilities
Sample Menu
starter
Hand made Spanish Gazpacho
main
Mixed Paella
starter
Sangría
dessert
Churros
Options
Class without Market
Class without Market Visit: 3 h Hands on Paella Cooking Class
Paella Class + Market Visit
Atarazanas Market Visit incl: We start the tour with a visit to the vibrant Atarazanas market where we will reveal the most surprising seasonal products
Reviews
203 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Learning, laughing, cooking - what fun!
andreanaert,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful addition to travel! Learning about local food opens doors to learning so much more. The olive oil tasting showed me which types to use for different applications. The cooking itself was hands on, with fresh seafood and vegetables. The facility is well appointed and sparkling clean - all is provided. I was impressed at the instructor's depth of knowledge. Alba created a collaborative environment so that by the time we were finished, we traded contact information so to share results of our paella made at home. Add this to your itinerary - a terrific evening's entertainment!
Great Paella Cooking Class
726robbertk,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a paella cooking class in Málaga this morning, hosted by guide Javi and chef Pepe, and it exceeded all expectations. The class started with a visit to the local market, where Javi, a true foodie, shared great insights about Spanish cuisine and local ingredients. We got to taste some amazing regional products and olive oils (Spanish olive farmers often supply the “Italian” olive products in northern Europe supermarkets) Back at the modern, beautifully equipped kitchen, chef Pepe led the cooking session flawlessly; calm, skilled, and fun, keeping everyone engaged while we cooked paella, made sangria and even prepared churros. The food turned out fantastic, the atmosphere was good and relaxed, and the experience felt both authentic and professional. Highly recommended. 100% worth it. Big thanks to Javi and Pepe for a real good experience!
10/10 cooking class
427dorotak,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our cooking experience was fantastic! Not only we made our own paella, but we also got a short tour to a local market and we tasted different local delicasies. Our guide Javi and our chef Pepe were amazing hosts, very welcoming, knowledgeable and they gave us plenty amazing tips and recommendations! Muchas gracias Javi i Pepe!
Amazing experience
warwickshire uk,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing amazing amazing !! I would highly recommend this cooking course. Carmen was a great guide and chef was very knowledgeable and shared great tips too
Good fun but terrible communication about the correct meeting location
BRYAN M,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00After waiting nearly 20 minutes at the meeting point and finally getting a response to our multiple inquiries via the Viator app, we were informed that we were at an old meeting point. We had checked the Viator app multiple times before leaving our accommodations and there was nothing about a change in the meeting location. Once we heard back from Jose he was helpful in getting us to the correct location to join the group. But we missed the first 40 minutes of the tour. Jose told us this has happened multiple times before and it wasn’t our fault. Very disappointing that Viator and/or the vendor aren’t doing a good job of keeping their customers informed of the correct meeting location.
The best paella I’ve ever tried
Mayra R,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The best paella I’ve ever tried. The class was very hands on, the flavors were amazing. It was definitely a great experience. The additional recipes for gazpacho, churros and sangria were a bonus. I will definitely recommend it and will love to take more classes the next time I’m in Malaga
Cooking Paella in Malaga
Junia I,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Visiting the market and then making (and eating!) our paella was an awesome experience! Alba was a fantastic teacher and Jose was a great guide in the market. They made the experience even more special.
Great experience!
Janice T,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An excellent experience with a helpful and knowledgable guide and an excellent chef. The group enjoyed each others company particularly when the knives went away One disappointment, we were promised the recipe for the dishes we made but these never arrived despite making a further request
A beautiful experience
658hansb,
Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful cooking workshop. Cooking paella and making sangria in the traditional way. You don't just make Paella. Attention, time and product knowledge are important. Our cook Alba had all that. A beautiful afternoon and highly recommended for everyone.
Great experience
F7251NRgosiak,
Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience, great guys! Lovely food and drinks, better than I expected I would definitely highly recommended! X
From €70.00
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Chat with us on social
Related Experiences
Operated by Spain Food Sherpas