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The 9 Best Paella Classes and Market Cookery in Spain

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Real paella is cooked flat, over wood, and never stirred. Below are the 9 best classes: which start with a market walk, which cook over fire rather than gas, how many people share a pan, and whether you eat what you made or something the chef prepared earlier. Price and running time on every one of them.

Barcelona: Paella Cooking Experience & Boqueria Market Tour

Barcelona: Paella Cooking Experience & Boqueria Market Tour - Getting to the meeting point near Las Ramblas (and why it matters)

1.Barcelona: Paella Cooking Experience & Boqueria Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,661 reviews · 3 hours · from $85Pick of the list

Chef-led Boqueria shopping, then cook seafood paella, tapas, and unlimited sangria in a 3-hour hands-on class in Barcelona.

“It was a great guided tour and cooking class. Andres was an amazing guide and chef. he made us feel comfortable and expressed his knowledge in a clear manner. Made us feel at home in Barcelona”

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Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria - The La Rambla transition, and why the walking matters

2.Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,531 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114Best rated of these

Market-first Barcelona paella class with tapas, sangria, and small-group cooking for seafood, chicken, or vegetarian options.

“We had an amazing time at the Paella Barcelona Experience! The market visit was fun and informative, the tapas and sangria were delicious, and the cooking class itself was easy to follow and super engaging. We enjoyed working with Alberto! He created a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, and the paella we made turned out incredible. A perfect mix of culture, cooking, and great food. Highly recommend!”

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Menorca: Natural Coves and Beaches Boat Trip & Paella Lunch

Menorca: Natural Coves and Beaches Boat Trip & Paella Lunch - Boarding at Passeig des Moll, Pontoon 1

Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid

Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid - Morning market shopping and paella class flow

Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Paella, Sangria & 8+ Local Tastings

Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Paella, Sangria & 8+ Local Tastings - Meet at Plaça de Ramon Berenguer el Gran, then get your bearings fast

5.Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas, Paella, Sangria & 8+ Local Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,275 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

A small-group Barcelona food tour with tapas, paella, sangria, and market stops, led by a local who translates menus for you.

“We really enjoyed the tour by Jordy. We learned quite a bit about Barcelona and the history of Barcelona. We visited some gems that we would not have encountered if not with a local. Highly recommend!”

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Madrid: Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Center

Madrid: Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Center - Sangria First: Mixing a Refreshing Spanish Classic

6.Madrid: Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,264 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Central Madrid paella and sangria workshop with hands-on cooking, unlimited sangria, and take-home recipes for $69.

“This was brilliant, host Cristal & chef Ivan were so lovely, patient, informative and fun! I came with my friend with 2 other couples there and it was a very enjoyable activity. Would definitely recommend and can’t wait to make sangria & paella at home”

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Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia

Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia - Mercado Central de Valencia: where your paella starts (and why it matters)

7.Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,150 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

Shop Valencia’s Mercado Central, cook authentic paella with wine and tapas, then sit down to eat. Small-group class in English.

“Reyes and Belen (spelling?) were the loveliest chef and assistant duo. Truly a special combination of enthusiasm energy and talent. By far the best visitor culinary class I have ever taken.”

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Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella!

Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella! - Girona First, With a Lot of Choices in Two Hours

8.Girona & Costa Brava Small Group Tour From Barcelona with Paella!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,098 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

See Girona, Pals, and the Costa Brava in one small-group day from Barcelona, with optional beach paella and swim time.

“It was a great escape from the craziness of the city. Our guide Nuri made it a fantastic experience. She was very informative and was able to guide us through an amazing journey. She gave us inside about all the historic places we saw. She was very professional and everything was organized really well. We really enjoyed this tour!!”

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Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing

Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing - Price and timing: what you’re paying for