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Paella cooking class: Sangria workshop, Tapas & Wine – evening
About this experience
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.
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 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.
What’s included
- Sandria, Soft and Alcoholic Drinks
- Paella, Tapas, Salad & Dessert
Not included
- Gratuities
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Seafood Paella Workshop
Seafood paella cooking class: This paella is made with fish, seafood and broth.
Valencian Paella Workshop
Valencian Paella Cooking Class: This paella is made with chicken, rabbit and vegetables.
Meeting & pickup
- We will meet in the kitchen; Carrer del Penyagolosa, 5 46006 Valencia
End point
- We will meet in the kitchen; Carrer del Penyagolosa, 5 46006 Valencia
Before you go
- 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.