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Boqueria Market Tour, Paella Cooking Class, Sangria & Tapas

3h5.0 / 5 · 312 reviews on Viator / Tripadvisor
Masterclass in action! ‍ Chef Maria skillfully manages two large 60cm paellas simultaneously while teaching our participants—showing the true scale of our hands-on cooking experience.
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Masterclass in action! ‍ Chef Maria skillfully manages two large 60cm paellas simultaneously while teaching our participants—showing the true scale of our hands-on cooking experience.

About this experience

**BARCELONA'S MOST AWARDED PAELLA EXPERIENCE** - Home-made paella broth: Prepared over 20 hours, you’ll learn the chef’s secrets to its rich, authentic flavor - Small, personal groups (12 max): Plenty of hands-on time with expert guidance - In-depth market experience: Taste and select ingredients like a local - Purpose-built cooking space: Spacious, air-conditioned, designed for hands-on cooking - Fully hands-on: No watching from the sidelines unless you prefer - Premium ingredients & chef techniques: Secrets you won’t find in standard classes - Dessert included Dietary options available: Vegetarian/alternative options can be accommodated with prior notice **BEYOND THE STUDIO** ✓ Free video masterclasses for all guests ✓ Online cooking courses available worldwide ✓ YouTube channel with 20+ pro tutorials

What to expect

See, smell, and taste Barcelona. Your journey begins at the vibrant La Boqueria Market (closed Sunday/Bank holidays). Your chef will guide you through the stalls, tasting local products and teaching you how to select ingredients like a true local. Stroll off the beaten path near La Rambla back to our, spacious, air-conditioned cooking space in the heart of the city, to enjoy: →Refreshing welcome drink on arrival →Cured meat and cheese platters →Traditional preparation of pan con tomate →Make your own fresh sangria →Learn the chef’s secrets to a Spanish paella, made with a 20-hour home-made broth that creates a rich, balanced, authentic flavor →Dessert: Crema catalana →Family style meal →Aprons & cooking tools provided →Recipes to take home Paella options: →Golden Seafood Paella (Prawns •Norway lobsters •Mussels •Squid •Cuttlefish) *DEFAULT* →Mushroom/Vegetable paella available for non-seafood eaters (Notify in advance) ⚠️ NOTE: Notify dietary needs when booking! Rated 5.0 ⭐ by 3,000+ guests across platforms, with a Viator Badge of Excellence. Ideal for friends, families, couples or solo travelers who want a more authentic, hands-on experience beyond a typical cooking class.

    What’s included

    • Paella options: Seafood Paella *DEFAULT* 2. Mushroom/Veg paella available (notify in advance)
    • Mon-Sat: Boqueria Market entrance: Rambla 89-91, Look for red umbrella, 5 min before the start time
    • Free-flowing Sangria, Cava and Wine. Non alcoholic beverages: Virgin Sangria, water, soft drinks and juice
    • ️Catalan feast: Traditional Starters&Tapas: Artisanal Jamón &cheese. Golden or BLACK INK Seafood Paella (prawns/lobster/mussels/squid). Free-flowing Sangria, Cava, Wine, Soft drinks. Seasonal dessert!
    • Sun/Bank Holiday classes: Meet at Carrer del Notariat, 8, Ciutat Vella, 08001. Extra cooking!!
    • Catalan feast: Traditional starters & Tapas: Artisanal Jamón& cheeses, mussels. Golden Seafood Paella (prawns/lobster/mussels/squid). Free-flowing Sangria, Cava, Wine, soft drinks. Seasonal dessert!
    • 5+ min late for market go directly to cooking school: Carrer del Notariat, 8, Ciutat Vella, 08001

    Not included

    • *NO MARKET TOUR ON SUNDAYS AND BANK HOLIDAYS (Market Closed). Meet directly at cooking school
    • *Gratuity

    Tour & ticket options

    Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

    Paella Class Boqueria ProChefs

    Barcelona’s #1 paella class: authentic, fun & filling. Book before sold out! Why Travelers Love Us: Boqueria Market Tour: Handpick fresh ingredients with your Chef (seafood, saffron, veggies!) From Market to Masterpiece: Cook in a vibrant studio with sangria, starters, and local chefs. More Than Just Paella: Full Culinary Journey: Craft Sangria, cook iconic Paella together, savor Dessert, learn from a second-generation Chef. Recipe Souvenir: Recreate the magic at home with our digital recipe guide. Voted "Best Food Experience" : by Timeout Barcelona (2023) Chefs trained at Hofmann: Michelin star culinary school

    Meeting & pickup

    • MON-SAT → Boqueria Mkt main entrance: Rambla 89-91, LOOK FOR RED UMBRELLA, OPENED 5 MIN BEFORE START TIME. LATE 5+min for Market tour → SKIP market, join us at Cooking School SUNDAY & HOLIDAY (Market closed) → Calle Notariat 8, glass door, Paella Barcelona Cooking School

    End point

    • MON-SAT → Boqueria Mkt main entrance: Rambla 89-91, LOOK FOR RED UMBRELLA, OPENED 5 MIN BEFORE START TIME. LATE 5+min for Market tour → SKIP market, join us at Cooking School SUNDAY & HOLIDAY (Market closed) → Calle Notariat 8, glass door, Paella Barcelona Cooking School

    Before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Authentic paella is naturally gluten-free
    • Short stroll from the market to cooking space 300m (less than 1,000 feet)

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.