Barcelona: Spanish Cooking Experience – Tapas, Paella & Sangria!

This immersive Spanish cooking experience begins in one of Barcelona’s most iconic places – La Boqueria Market. Together with a professional chef, you’ll stroll through the vibrant stalls of this world-famous market, learning how locals choose fresh produce, seafood, spices, and essential ingredients that define Spanish cuisine. Your guide shares insights into regional food traditions while selecting high-quality, locally sourced products for the class.

After the market visit, the experience moves to a purpose-built cooking school designed for both learning and fun. Aprons on and glasses filled, you’ll roll up your sleeves and dive straight into preparing classic Spanish dishes. Under expert guidance, you’ll master the art of creating traditional tapas, learn the correct technique for an authentic paella, and understand the balance of flavors that make Spanish food so distinctive.

Unlimited sangria flows throughout the cooking session, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere. This is not just about following recipes, but about enjoying the process, sharing laughs, and cooking alongside fellow travelers from around the world. The class is designed for all skill levels, so whether you’re a confident home cook or a complete beginner, you’ll feel comfortable and involved.

Once the cooking is complete, you’ll sit down together to enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared. It’s a rewarding end to an experience that combines culture, cuisine, and conviviality, leaving you with practical skills and delicious memories to take home.

Approximately 3 hours

• Guided visit to La Boqueria Market with a professional chef
• Hands-on cooking of tapas and traditional Spanish paella
• Unlimited sangria during the cooking and dining experience
• Purpose-built cooking school in central Barcelona
• Social, fun, and beginner-friendly atmosphere

Prices start from 68 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Guided tour of La Boqueria Market
• Professional, qualified chef
• Fully equipped cooking school venue
• Hands-on Spanish cooking class
• Unlimited sangria during the experience

1. Meet your chef and group at the designated meeting point in central Barcelona.

2. Walk to La Boqueria Market for a guided tour and ingredient selection.

3. Learn about Spanish food culture, local products, and seasonal ingredients.

4. Transfer to the cooking school and receive an introduction to the kitchen.

5. Prepare traditional tapas, paella, and sangria under chef supervision.

6. Enjoy unlimited sangria while cooking and socializing.

7. Sit down together to enjoy the freshly prepared Spanish meal.

• Experience type: Day tour / activity
• Difficulty level: Easy, suitable for all cooking skills
• Booking can be made until the last minute
• Cancellation policy: Bookings are non-refundable, all sales are final
• Comfortable clothing and an appetite recommended