Tapas & Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with a Professional Chef
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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- Make and eat Spanish tapas and paella with a pro chef at a private eatery in Madrid
- A very participative and interactive class. You will get a hands-on training from a local and expert chef and then taste your own creations.
- Discover Spanish tradition, the local culture and learn historical tips from the chef Lola, she is super knowledgeable and approachable chef!
- Taste your creations with beer, sodas, red and white wine. Drinks are unlimited!
- Very small-group setting so that we can keep it personalized.
- Get to know likeminded people!
- Convenient Location: 2 minutes from Pacífico metro station, line 1, Madrid, Retiro
- Vegetarians are welcome! Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please call us or text us before taking the class.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Discover the authentic taste of Spain in the heart of Madrid! Immerse yourself in an exclusive, unique and super fun experience in our tapas and paella cooking classes guided by a genuine professional chef passionate about Spanish culture and cuisine. You will learn to prepare delicious ham croquettes, black rice (paella), Russian salad, and "ajoarriero style" cod in an private and cozy gastronomic space. A different and participatory class that will transport you to the essence of Spanish culture! The classes revolve around a large open and modern kitchen with enough space for everyone to cook at the same time and participate actively. In addition to cooking, you will taste each of your creations while enjoying some good wines, all drinks are unlimited and included! chatting about the secrets of paella, places to see in Madrid, and much more. It's a truly fun cooking course! No prior cooking knowledge is necessary, just bring a lot of enthusiasm, and quite an appetite! So, if you love cooking and want to experience Spanish gastronomy, Madrid is the ideal place and this experience is the perfect cooking school for what you are looking for. Book now!
Sample Menu
starter
Russian Salad
starter
Ham Croquettes
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Black Rice
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Ajoarriero Cod
What‘s Included
Tapas and Paella Cooking Class
Drinks: White and Red wine, Beer, Soft Drink and Water
Gratuities
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Tapas & Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with a Professional Chef
Reviews
181 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great food, great experience!
Mario L,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a phenomenal experience! Lola really knows her stuff, she taught us how to make the best meal I've had in Madrid. This was the perfect ending to a great week in Spain. I highly recommend you take this class.
Excellent class and culinary experience
838ver nicae,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent class, the 4-stroke menu, very complete, easy and practical to make, everything we cooked was delicious, 100 points and the chef very nice and friendly.
Lola is a Rockstar!
wrice3,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience! Lola was an outstanding teacher — knowledgeable, engaging, and way fun to cook alongside. Our class tackled four classic Spanish dishes: ham croquettes, Russian salad, Ajoarriero cod, and paella with squid ink (black rice), and Lola guided us through each one with the kind of confidence and warmth that makes even first-timers feel like they belong in the kitchen. Half the joy was the company — our little group brought together people from Kentucky, Tennessee, San Francisco, and Holland, and by the time we sat down to eat everything we'd made, it felt like a dinner party with old friends. And after the cooking was done, we lingered over wine with Lola herself, who generously shared her favorite spots around Madrid — the kind of insider recommendations you simply can't find in a guidebook. And yes, we ate everything. Every last bite. Along with ample wine she freely provided. If I'm back in Madrid, I'm signing up again — same recipes and all. That's how good our time together was.
This was the best time! ...
Jason D,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best time! The class was great and very interactive- the instructor was so kind in offering tips and suggestions on spices and dishes. A must do when in Madrid!!!!
A fantastic opportunity!
Patrick D,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a truly valuable experience to learn about Spanish cuisine! Lola is a very talented chef and an excellent host. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in an authentic cultural experience.
It was an experience...
MariCarmen L,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience not only learned tapas and paella, as it says in the activity, gave us many tips on other dishes This activity we loved and about the teacher highlight that in addition to a great cook , was very nice and empathetic, at all times made us feel very comfortable, the place where we held the workshop very nice and spacious I definitely recommend it 100%
Very enjoyable cooking...
Louise O,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very enjoyable cooking experience. Food was delicious and we learned lots of practical tips how cooking tapas and paella. A welcome change of pace after some very busy days around Madrid. Highly recommend for families / groups of friends.
Highly Recommend this cooking class!
Anna S,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very long but SO worth it!! She made the experience fun while also insightful into cooking a traditional Spanish dish! We highly recommend this to anyone as it was an amazing experience!
A fantastic experience. Highly recommend!
Michael P,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This cooking class was such a fun experience for me and my family. Lola made sure everyone was included in the cooking of the food. Instructions were very clear and easy to follow. Drinks were offered during the class such as water, wine, and beer. We got to eat what we cooked and it was fantastic. Our class made paella with squid, fish, Russian salad, and croquettes. At the end we enjoyed drinks while just talking and sharing stories. Lola had shared a hilarious story of how a Celebrity British chef united all of Spain against him because he added chorizo to paella. Lola was an excellent teacher and very kind to everyone. I would highly recommend taking this class. Treat yourself!
This is DEFINITELY worth doing!
D9022QBteresaa,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome,! Chef was very professional, great personality, good at teaching and giving cooking and culture tips in fun way. Food was wonderful!!!
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