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Barcelona Paella: Catalan Culinary Wisdom
5.0
226 Ratings
Barcelona
Join our award-winning Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona and learn to master the art of making seafood paella with a top chef. Book now and create a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience!
Join our award-winning Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona and learn to master the art of making seafood paella with a top chef. Book now and create a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Paella Barcelona Cooking School - Experience the essence of Barcelona through its sights, scents, and flavors. Begin your adventure at the bustling La Boqueria Market, where a skilled chef will lead you through the stalls, sampling local delicacies and teaching you how to choose ingredients like a local expert.
Wander off the main path near La…
- Paella Barcelona Cooking School - Experience the essence of Barcelona through its sights, scents, and flavors. Begin your adventure at the bustling La Boqueria Market, where a skilled chef will lead you through the stalls, sampling local delicacies and teaching you how to choose ingredients like a local expert.
Wander off the main path near La Rambla to our unique, spacious, and modern cooking venue in the city’s heart, where you can look forward to:
→ Platters of cured meats and cheeses
→ Traditional preparation of pan con tomate
→ Craft your own fresh sangria
→ Discover the chef’s secrets to crafting a Spanish paella, featuring a 20-hour homemade broth for a rich, balanced, and authentic taste.
→ Enjoy a surprise Catalan dessert made with fresh market treasures!
→ Family-style dining
→ Aprons & cooking tools provided
→ Take-home recipes
Paella options:
→ Golden Seafood Paella (Prawns • Norway lobsters • Mussels • Squid • Cuttlefish) DEFAULT
→ Mushroom/Vegetable paella available for non-seafood enthusiasts (Notify in advance)
⚠️ NOTE: Inform of any dietary requirements when booking!
Rated 5.0 ⭐ by over 3,000 guests across platforms, boasting a Viator Badge of Excellence.
Perfect for friends, families, couples, or solo travelers seeking an authentic, hands-on experience beyond a typical cooking class.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
- *Market tour on Sundays and bank holidays (Market Closed)
- *Gratuity
- *Market tour on Sundays and bank holidays (Market Closed)
- *Gratuity
Meal Options
- Catalan TAPAS & Pica Pica - - Pan con tomate: Do the signature Catalan move: rub ripe tomato on bread!
- Artisanal jamón & cheese platter
- Cava welcome drink
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- Golden SEAFOOD PAELLA Default - • Prawns • Norway lobsters • Mussels • Squid • Cuttlefish • Bomba rice • Secret sofrito (learn our trick!) • Home made broth
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- Mushroom VEGETABLE…
- Catalan TAPAS & Pica Pica - - Pan con tomate: Do the signature Catalan move: rub ripe tomato on bread!
- Artisanal jamón & cheese platter
- Cava welcome drink
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- Golden SEAFOOD PAELLA Default - • Prawns • Norway lobsters • Mussels • Squid • Cuttlefish • Bomba rice • Secret sofrito (learn our trick!) • Home made broth
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- Mushroom VEGETABLE PAELLA - Notify in advance for mushroom/Vegetable Paella
- SANGRIA - Sangria Workshop
- YOUR pitcher: Muddled fruits + Spanish wines
- Non alcohol drinks available too (Virgin Sangria, water, soft drinks and juice)
- Crema Catalana - A Catalan dessert consisting of a custard topped with a layer of caramelized sugar. Very similar to the French “crème brûlée”.
Additional Information
BARCELONA’S MOST AWARDED PAELLA EXPERIENCE
- Homemade paella broth: Crafted over 20 hours, discover the chef’s secrets to its rich, authentic taste
- Small, intimate groups (maximum 12): Enjoy ample hands-on time with expert guidance
- Comprehensive market experience: Sample and choose ingredients like a local
- Custom-designed cooking space:…
BARCELONA’S MOST AWARDED PAELLA EXPERIENCE
- Homemade paella broth: Crafted over 20 hours, discover the chef’s secrets to its rich, authentic taste
- Small, intimate groups (maximum 12): Enjoy ample hands-on time with expert guidance
- Comprehensive market experience: Sample and choose ingredients like a local
- Custom-designed cooking space: Spacious, air-conditioned, perfect for hands-on cooking
- Fully interactive: Participate actively, or observe if you prefer
- Premium ingredients & chef techniques: Discover secrets not found in typical classes
- Dessert included
Dietary options available: Vegetarian/alternative options can be arranged with prior notice
BEYOND THE STUDIO
✓ Complimentary video masterclasses for all guests
✓ Online cooking courses accessible worldwide
✓ YouTube channel featuring 20+ professional tutorials
- Short stroll from the market to cooking space 300m (less than 1,000 feet)
Location
La Rambla, 89
La Rambla
MON-SAT → Boqueria Mkt main entrance: Rambla 89-91, RED UMBRELLA☂️.
SUNDAY & HOLIDAY → Calle Notariat 8, glass door, Paella Barcelona Cooking School
*Sunday & Holiday: Boqueria market closed → EXTRA cooking/tapas/drinks!*
LATE 5+min for Market tour → SKIP market, join us at Cooking School
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(226 Ratings)
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Ethan_n
Apr 8, 2026
A 10/10 experience!!! - Amazing experience! Buy fresh ingredients from La Boqueria market before a short walk to a beautiful kitchen to make authentic paella. Meet some great people, drink sangria and eat amazing Spanish food. A must for anyone wanting to have some fun in Barcelona and eat good!!
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Michelle
Apr 2, 2026
Delicious and fun! - Our guide/chef Miguel was wonderful, passionate, and taught us well. We started at the market with some delicious tastings at a couple of the shops; we then went to their kitchen/dining experience which has an incredible ambiance. There were 12 of us and Miguel divided the cooking between all of us and was helpful throughout the evening. Delicious, educational, and entertaining!
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Susan_s
Mar 25, 2026
Entertaining, cultural and delicious activity! - This experience is amazing! Chef Maria is very professional, it is remarkable that she knows Spanish cuisine, she was very friendly and passionate. The place has several amazing kitchens, physically is super implemented, is spacious and beautiful. The food was great (the best paella I tasted in Barcelona), dessert and delicious entrees too. As a bonus you get recommendations of ingredients to buy very typical of Catalan food to replicate the recipe in your country or to use in other dishes! I highly recommend the class, it is an entertaining, cultural and delicious activity!
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X1008mpheathers
Mar 19, 2026
The Trio Takeover: Two Friends + One College Son - Great Experience. I booked this with my girlfriend and her son who was studying abroad. We ended up getting paired with another family who was visiting their son studying abroad as well. It was a perfect pairing! From the shopping experience at the Boqueria to the cooking class itself; everything was seamless, fun, interesting and delicious! Highly recommend for all ages!
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Jennifer_p
Mar 19, 2026
This was a casual,... - This was a casual, informative and interactive experience. And we had delicious food! Our group had ages from 9 to 70s and all seemed to enjoy.
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Erin
Mar 19, 2026
Delicious and educational - We had the best experience with Maria. We did it with our 12 and 10 year old girls and we all learned a lot about traditional paella and enjoyed delicious food and wine. My husband has a shellfish allergy and Maria was able to accommodate him as well. It was a lovely way to spend an afternoon eating delicious food and learning about Spanish culture. Highly recommend!
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Travelbug00732
Mar 19, 2026
Great class and great food - A fantastic culinary adventure from start to finish! Maria led a wonderful class and offered great insights into classic Spanish cooking. The market visit included instruction as well as advice about what to buy or not buy at the market. The paella instructions were simplified so that everyone could get involved including a few kids who were part of our group. The food and drinks were delicious —highly recommended for anyone looking for a hands-on experience and something unique in Barcelona.
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M6685lmpatrickn
Mar 18, 2026
Great class, easy to understand, and the food is very tasty! - The layout of the class is great. We had a great appetizer to start with and then a deliciously made paella that the class made together. The class size we had was small enough where there was enough for everyone to make the paella. There was plenty to drink, and most definitely plenty to eat. Our chef explained things in a simple and easy to understand manner.
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Sarah_d
Mar 15, 2026
Phenomenal experience!... - Phenomenal experience! Loved the great tour of the Boqueria market and that we shopped for the ingredients we were cooking for our paella. Maria was so friendly and knowledgeable and she guided our class to cook paella in such a great way! Lots of delicious snacks during the class and then of course, our delicious paella to finish off! Everything was served with great wines, cava and sangria. Highly recommend this experience, it was worth every cent and more. Super fun girls trip experience! Thanks again to Maria!!!
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Mark_t
Mar 14, 2026
A Taste of Barcelona - What an outstanding experience. A walk through a beautiful market brimming with local fresh fruits, produce, spices, and seafood with meaningful tastings along the way. A slight stroll into a nearby neighborhood led to a wonderful professional kitchen. Informative, Tangible, Enlightening, and Entertaining. Loved it! Thank you Emma
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