Top Spain Classes & Workshops

Avoid crowded restaurants and learn to make an authentic paella in its birthplace—Valencia. Join this evening class and master traditional techniques such as "socarrat," the prized crispy rice crust. Plus, sample tapas and learn to make a classic sangria. Then, sit down to your homemade meal, complete with sides and dessert.

Authentic Local Engagement Unlike typical cooking classes, this experience starts with a visit of the local market. This not only offers a chance to see and select the freshest local ingredients but also provides an immersive look into the vibrant culture and daily life of Alicante for a cultural immersion. Hands-On Learning with a Local Chef Being taught by a local chef means participants receive authentic insights and tips that they wouldn't get from a generic cooking class. The combination of market visit, hands-on cooking, wine pairing, and communal dining creates a multi-faceted experience that is both educational and entertaining. This is more than just a cooking class; it is a culinary journey that participants will remember and cherish. Perfect for All Skill Levels. Tapas, paella and your favorite drinks are included. (soft drinks, wine, sangría, beer) This experience allows for social interaction, making it ideal for both solo travelers and group.

Head inside Seville’s historic Triana Market to learn tips and tricks you can’t get from videos at this hands-on cooking class. After exploring the vibrant market, enjoy sangria while helping your chef prepare a full three-course meal of Spanish signatures, including paella and traditional tapas, paired with two additional drinks. Finally, feast on the fruits of your labors and take home recipes to recreate the dishes.

Discover the Basque Country’s signature dishes by learning how to make them yourself with this cookery class. Begin with a visit to the market to learn about the defining ingredients of Basque cuisine. Then get hands-on as you prepare a four-course lunch, including a sweet treat for dessert. Sit down, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a glass of local wine to match each course.

Experience a piece of the culture of southern Spain with a flamenco dancing lesson in Seville. Part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, flamenco is an art form born in Spain's Andalusia region. At the city center, you'll learn basic flamenco movements and perform a dance in traditional clothing, just like the professionals do.

Go in-depth with Spanish cooking during this half-day cooking class in Mallorca. With a professional chef as your guide, you'll learn about the local cuisine and Spain's culinary history while preparing a meal. Complete some easy recipes that you can take home to prepare for your friends and family after your trip. After the meal prep, sit down with your fellow classmates and a nice Spanish wine to dine and chat.

Learn how to cook traditional paella from scratch during this cooking class in Madrid, complete with wine pairings. Make your own paella during this hands-on, half-day class which also includes a hearty meal. Sit down at a communal table for a feast that features Spanish cheese and charcuterie, traditional gazpacho, paella, and classic desserts like churros with chocolate. Sample five different Spanish wines throughout the class.

Join for an adventure through Alicante's unique culinary world. During this tour, you'll indulge in the sumptuous snacks and tapas of the region. Your guides will be delighted to show you around the local market—over 100 years old—where you can sample everything from freshly picked fruits and veggies to handmade dishes accompanied by traditional beverages. Plus, hear stories about each product’s history so that your experience can truly be one-of-a-kind.

Unlike other cooking experiences that can be packed full of people, this Barcelona small-group cooking class lets you master the art of Spanish paella in an intimate setting. First, hit up a local market with your chef-guide to pick up fresh ingredients. Once back at the studio, drink local wines and craft your own paella. Come hungry and create a full meal—with skills to take home.

Experience Spain's storied flamenco traditions during your time in Barcelona with this package. Head to one of the city's most authentic and historic tablaos, an intimate family-run venue with over 55 years of history in the heart of La Rambla and admire the professional dancers and musicians as they capture the essence of this Spanish art form. Choose from several available options (each including entry to the show): drinks-only, dinner (with a buffet of Spanish dishes), or tapas, which suits you best. This tablao has been awarded as the best in the world in 2025.

Reach your hotel in Barcelona stress-free—without the hassle of taxis or public transportation—with this private airport transfer. Meet your driver at the arrivals exit and leave navigating the tricky city traffic to a professional while you unwind on board a sedan or minivan with plenty of luggage space. Enjoy drop-off at your hotel or other accommodation and kick off your stay in Barcelona relaxed and ready to explore.

Learn all about olive oil production with this guide tour and tasting in Alhaurin el Grande in Malaga. Visit a historical olive oil mill with more than 100 years of history for a tour of the facilities and learn about the production process for extra virgin olive oil, then enjoy a tasting of three different extra virgin olive oils produced in-house.

Witness an authentic and traditional Flamenco show in Granada—inside a cave, for an even more unique experience. Inside the centuries-old Cueva Flamenca los Amayas in Sacromonte, the carefully lit stage is home to an emotional Flamenco performance every evening. This ticket guarantees admission to see this Spanish dance tradition in an intimate setting—without touristy gimmicks.

Go beyond enjoying an authentic Spanish meal with this chef-led foodie experience—from market to plate. First, you’ll head to the famous La Boqueria market, scoping out fresh ingredients. Shopping complete, you’ll head to the classroom for tapas and sangria before fastening your apron and trying your hand at paella. Once everything's plated, sit down to your creation with your fellow chefs, toasting to your best meal in Barcelona.

Learn to make a traditional paella in Valencia - the home of this famous dish! Meet your guide and start the experience with a stroll around Mercado Central de Valencia to buy your fresh ingredients. You’ll then go to the paella kitchen for a live paella course with a professional chef who will teach you all the tips and tricks. Everyone will have their own cooking station (between 1-3 people) and the chef will guide you through, step-by-step, to make your own authentic paella. Get ready to have some fun, learning the classic Valencia recipe with a glass of wine in hand. Then after your hard work, sit back and enjoy some local tapas, wine and, of course, your very own paella. Your paella cooking class Valencia finishes with a sweet treat before returning to the meeting point accompanied by the guide.

Uncover the secrets of Spanish cuisine with a traditional cooking class in Madrid. Get hands-on guidance in a small-group setting as you create classic dishes such as tapas and paella. Master new skills under the guidance of an expert chef, then sit down to feast on your homemade creations, accompanied by a glass of sangria. Receive a recipe booklet so you can recreate your dishes at home.

Valencia is the unquestioned home of paella. Avoid tourist traps and master the art of the classic Valencian paella—made with chicken and rabbit, not seafood—during this cooking class. Browse the Ruzafa Market alongside Spanish chefs. Then, learn to make sangria as you enjoy some welcome tapas bites before settling down to craft Spain’s signature dish. Finally, feast on the fruits of your labor with your fellow classmates

Learn to cook several traditional Spanish dishes—and enjoy a hearty, gourmet meal that you’ve prepared yourself—during this hands-on cooking class. In the evening, head to the Mercado de Triana, and grab an apron: with your guide’s instruction, you’ll cook a 3-course meal, including gazpacho or salmorejo, a classic “tapa,” Valencian paella, and a simple and refreshing dessert to follow. Sangria is made and served during cooking time and up to 2 drinks per person (wine, beer, soda, etc.) are offered with the meal.

Immerse yourself in the flavors and fun of classic paella- and sangria-making during this cooking workshop in Madrid. Travel independently to the convenient central venue, meet your chef and fellow foodies; and start by crafting a refreshing sangria. Then, hear about paella’s history and ingredients before discovering its secrets as you prep it, step-by-step, in a traditional pan. Finally, sit down to enjoy your flavorsome dish, accompanied by lashings of delicious sangria.

When it comes to cooking, books and videos are no substitute for learning from a local. Bring home recipes to remember when you book this small-group cooking class. Prepare a 4-dish lunch or dinner, with a paella entrée (vegetarian and vegan options available on request), then enjoy it with local wine. Nibble on local snacks as you learn the basics, and hear about history, culture and traditions too.

Experience Barcelona's food scene in a more immersive way than by simply booking a restaurant meal. Instead, learn to make Spanish tapas, traditional paella, and sangria with the hands-on help of a chef, then share a hearty meal of classic local cuisine that you've helped make. All great Spanish food starts with super fresh ingredients, and you begin this cooking class with a guided trip through La Boqueria market before heading to a professional teaching kitchen.

Learn secrets from behind the bar at a cocktail class in Barcelona that kicks off with a glass of cava—the sparkling wine is made in vineyards just beyond city limits. You'll shake, stir, and sip your way through a series of four cocktails accompanied by tapas, then leave with flavorful cocktail recipes that you can recreate at home.

Rather than just eating signature Spanish dishes, learn the art of making perfect Spanish paella directly from a chef during a cooking class and market tour in Malaga. Pick out the ingredients at a vibrant food market, make a traditional paella and 'gazpacho' (chilled soup) with expert instruction, and feast on your creations with your fellow cooks, accompanied by beer or wine. Tastings of popular local snacks are included for an authentic culinary experience.

Learn about the history of olive oil and gain insight into production processes at the oldest working olive mill in Mallorca. The owners welcome you into their home to discover traditional pressing methods, see a 1,000-year-old olive tree, and enjoy a delicious brunch of local delicacies. An hour of learning, tasting, and indulging awaits you.