Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

About this experience

Join us for a top-rated paella cooking class that’s hands-on, social, and rooted in authentic Spanish cuisine. Suitable for beginners and confident home cooks alike, this experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups who enjoy great food and good company. Your local chef will guide you through the market, introduce you to fellow food lovers from around the world, and teach you the techniques behind this iconic Spanish dish. You’ll receive clear guidance, insider tips, and recipes so you can recreate the experience at home. We’re deeply passionate about sharing Spanish food and culture and take pride in creating welcoming, memorable experiences around the table. If you’re looking for a fun, authentic, and delicious way to connect with Barcelona, we’d love to cook with you.

What to expect

Step into Barcelona’s culinary heart with a hands-on experience starting at the iconic La Boqueria Market. Walk the stalls with your local chef and learn how to choose the freshest seasonal ingredients. After the market, head to GAB LAB, our modern test kitchen and dining space. Begin with a fun sangria-making workshop, followed by a tasting of seasonal tapas. Next, put on your apron for a hands-on paella class. Learn the history and techniques behind this iconic dish as you cook, share stories, and bring your paella to life. Once ready, enjoy your meal with fellow travelers, followed by a traditional Spanish dessert and farewell toast. Recipes are included so you can recreate the experience at home. Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers, and groups seeking an authentic and social Barcelona experience. Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere designed to help you connect, cook, and share an unforgettable meal together. Please note: - The market is closed Sundays and public holidays - Classes at 11:00 and 19:00 end at Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis (9-minute walk from the market) - Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available for those with food allergies and preferences.

Tour & ticket options

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

Meeting & pickup

• Please arrive early to avoid missing the market visit and important information. Late arrivals may rejoin 40 minutes after the class starts. On foot: From La Rambla, walk down Nou de la Rambla, first left onto Lancaster, halfway down on the right. White door with mural. Ring doorbell above mailbox.

End point

• Please arrive early to avoid missing the market visit and important information. Late arrivals may rejoin 40 minutes after the class starts. On foot: From La Rambla, walk down Nou de la Rambla, first left onto Lancaster, halfway down on the right. White door with mural. Ring doorbell above mailbox.

To ensure you don’t miss any important information or the market visit at the start of your class, we recommend arriving a few minutes early. We operate out of two kitchens in central Barcelona, both just a few minutes’ walk from La Boqueria Market. All classes will start at our meeting point at Carer de Lancaster 10. However, for classes starting at 11:00 or 19:00, following the market visit, you will head to our Sant Gil location and this is where your session will end - Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona (both locations are about a 9 minute walk from the market). If you're running late and the group has already left for the market, you have two options: Join us at the correct kitchen (explained above) approximately 40 minutes after your scheduled start time, or just wait at the kitchen for the class to return.—just ring the doorbell above the mailbox if the door is closed. There’s no need to call or message us about your delay, as our classes run on a tight schedule. We appreciate your understanding, and encourage you to plan a timely arrival to enjoy the full experience. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• As everything is made fresh, food allergies will be confirmed at the start of the class.
• We do offer a chicken or vegetarian paella option

Cancellation policy

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