Premium Paella Cooking Class & 10 Spanish Tapas
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
The cooking class is held in a cooking school with professional chefs, ensuring you learn authentic recipes and the best preparation.
It is the most complete gastronomic activity you can find in Barcelona.
You'll start by visiting La Boquería market accompanied by the chef or his assistant.
Upon your return, you'll taste 10 tapas paired with different wines, and the chef will explain the history of Spanish gastronomy through these tapas.
You'll enjoy learning how to prepare a complete traditional Spanish menu: Seafood Paella, Spanish Omelette, and Crema Catalana.
The menu can be adapted to any type of diet: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
Drinks are included during the Tapas tasting, during the cooking class, and at lunch or dinner.
Additional Info
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
Minimum age is 9 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tasting of 10 Tapas with wine tasting and explanation of Spanish gastronomy through those Tapas.
The menu can be adapted to any type of diet: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
You'll start by visiting La Boquería market accompanied by the chef or his assistant.
The cooking class consists of preparing a complete gourmet menu guided by a professional chef.
A complete menu with drinks and coffees served in Imperial table format.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tipping is voluntary and optional.
What To Expect
Premium cooking class with professional chefs. Zero kilometer products. It includes a visit of the La Boquería market you will do with our chef that you will do with our chef and he will explain from anecdotes about the sellers themselves to the history of Catalan gastronomy and its traditions. Also included is a tasting of 10 Tapas accompanied by different wines and an explanation of Spanish gastronomy through these Tapas. All participants cook all the dishes on the Menu. For example, a Paella is cooked for every 2-3 participants. They are small groups of 11 participants. In an emblematic place in Barcelona. In the historic center of the city. It is an 18th century apartment that belongs to a Catalan aristocracy family, completely renovated and maintaining all its majesty. From kitchen novices to cooking enthusiasts, those of all skills will take pleasure in learning how to cook Just Royal traditional menu of Spanish omelette, seafood paella and Crema Catalana. Not to mention, the workshop is heavily assisted by an endless flow of wine, making both cooking and dining even more enjoyable.
Sample Menu
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MAIN DISH - COOKING CLASS
Seafood Paella
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SECOND DISH - Cooking Class
Spanish omelette
dessert
DESSERT - Cooking Class
Catalan cream with berries
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TAPAS TASTING
Brava potatoes with sauces/ Assortment of iberian sausages/ Andalusian fish/ Prawns to garlic/
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TAPAS TASTING
Traditional croquettes/ Manchego cheese/ Cantabrian anchovies/ Mussels with sauce/ Octopus a feira/
Options
Market tour/ Dinner
Drinks, 10 Tapas & full lunch.: The experience begins with an tour around the nearby La Boqueria.
Market tour La Boquería.
Duration: 4 hours
Drinks, 10 Tapas & full lunch.
History of the "Tapas".: Virtual trip through different regions of Spain knowing the history of "Tapas" and different wines.
Market tour/ Lunch
Cooking class and market tour.: This dynamic and interactive experience comprises of a tour market, followed by a hands-on cookery class.
Duration: 4 hours
Drinks, 10 Tapas & full lunch.: The experience begins with an tour around the nearby La Boqueria.
Market tour La Boquería.
History of the "Tapas".: Virtual trip through different regions of Spain knowing the history of "Tapas" and different wines.
Reviews
300 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
it was a great fun...
Jonathan R,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00it was a great fun experience. I would recommend it to friends and family. I will try the recipes when I get the chance
Great way to see it all!
Sean B,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Omid was a fantastic tour guide, good way to see the sites in fast time. Highly recommended for a visit to Barcelona.
Best cooking experience ever!
KC K,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an absolutely wonderful experience! Claudia hosted an enjoyable, and informative cooking event. The tapas that were prepared ahead of time were delicious. We really enjoyed visiting the La Boqueteria marketplace. Preparing the paella, Spanish omelette, & Catalan crème was a fun and educational hands-on experience. All in all, it was a highly enjoyable and very tasty experience that we would strongly recommend to anyone coming to Barcelona.
Claudia + Paella Both Great Stars in Spain
Karen C,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00I cannot say enough about this experience. First, there is Claudia! The most exceptional cooking instructor there is. Aside from being incredibly funny, she made learning something so intimidating, so easy. The unsung hero is a lady by the name of Audis. Not just a sous chef but an integral part of the team. The experience includes not just tapas and wine; but instruction on how to make a Creme Catalonia and a Spanish Omelet. Wear comfortable shoes. There is no elevator and there are 55-ish stairs to get to the cooking school which has a beautifully comfy dining and living room space. The trip to the market was really lovely. You don't shop there but it is worth the stroll. If the Food Network is looking for its next big star, look in Spain! The food YOU make will be delicious and the company of the people was just fantastic.
The cooking and food were great.
Brent S,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00The instructor, Claudia, was fantastic. Knowledgeable and had a ton of personality. The food was very well done and the content was well presented. Claudia got people talking and enjoying themselves while learning to make all kinds of Spanish and Catalonian dishes, with the finale being the Paella. The only reason this wasn't a five star rating was the market tour. It felt like a quick walk through with some information presented on the Ibirico and other hams and a brief discussion of Paprika. That's about it. Seemed really rushed although the cooking instruction took up the rest of the time nicely. I would recommend this class wholeheartedly, just don't have too many expectations of the market tour.
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