Paella cooking class: sangria workshop, tapas & wine – evening
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Paella was born here in Valencia—and this hands-on evening class teaches you the real recipe, not the tourist version. Learn to make traditional Valencian paella with meat and vegetables, the way local families have cooked it for generations. No seafood. No shortcuts. Just authentic technique from Valencian chefs who grew up making it.
Join our small-group workshop after the city cools down and master the secrets: achieving the perfect socarrat (the prized crispy rice crust), using Albufera rice from Valencia's own fields, and balancing saffron like a pro.
While your paella simmers, enjoy a sangria-making workshop and sample traditional tapas. Then sit down to feast on your creation with local wine, salad, mistela, and homemade dessert. The perfect way to end your day in Valencia.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We have set out to teach you how to cook one of the most international dishes, the Valencian Paella. Rice is its main ingredient, followed by chicken, rabbit and vegetables. We will meet in our kitchen. We will start with a sangria workshop that we will accompany with some delicious freshly cooked tapas and drinks. Then we will divide into groups and start with the paella workshop. We will discover the necessary ingredients to cook an authentic Valencian paella (fresh ingredients bought in the Ruzafa market). Our chef will explain step by step all the secrets of a good paella and you will be the one who cooks the paella. While we cook we will learn a little more about the customs and culture of the Valencians. Once finished we will sit down to taste it. We will accompany the paella with a Valencian tomato salad, Valencia wines, seasonal fruit, typical Valencian sponge cake, sweet wine and coffee.
Sample Menu
starter
Tapas
Patatas bravas, jamón serrano, Manchego cheese, steamed mussels and olives
main
Paella and valencian tomato salad
dessert
Seafood fruit, valencian cake, sweet wine and coffee
What‘s Included
Sandria, Soft and Alcoholic Drinks
Paella, Tapas, Salad & Dessert
Gratuities
Options
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Reviews
317 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent experience with a school group.
susancS6807RU,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a school group of 30 English students to My First Paella. It was a fantastic experience throughout! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and got everybody involved. All the students had hands on experience of making the paella and really enjoyed it. The food was excellent and also taught the students a bit about Spanish cuisine. Highly recommend this company.
Amazing.....
S6801GAnatalieo,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience not to be missed. Great company, great chef and free flowing sangria
A must do in Valencia
Oldieswhotravel,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing paella experience. Delicious sangria, and other drinks, Anna was fantastic giving us clear instructions and great fun.
10/10 experience
Trip14937467379,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing! Chefs are really funny and friendly. It was even like a stand up! And no words to describe how delicious paella was 🥘 Highly recommend
Really great
451maykem,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved your energy,great hosts And a a great paella
Delicious workshop full of good food and drinks
173bramc,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very nice experience where we could make paella ourselves in a real Valencian way. With a small group we were accompanied by a very nice hostess Christina. She explained very well what the main ingredients are and also let us taste tapas and local (alcoholic) drinks. I would definitely recommend it when visiting Valencia.
The best experience!
655franciscov,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A unique experience, excellent place, familiar and professional. Recommended 100%.
My First Paella
alishah433,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great evening with good vibes and delicious food. Very nice and competent team. Absolute recommendation
Excellent experience! Super fun and interactive. I highly recommend!
Rebecca Z,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience! Lots of fun and emotion! These chefs are very passionate about their craft! I would do it again!
Loved the interactive nature of the evening. Tapas, drinks, paella and new friends
lorilynns63,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wry family oriented friendly and fun
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