Top Spain Cooking Classes

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.

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.

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.

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.

Skip the crowded restaurants and uncover the secrets of Spanish cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Madrid. Get hands-on guidance in a small-group setting as you prepare paella or tapas. Master new skills under the guidance of an expert chef, then sit down to feast on your homemade creations, accompanied by unlimited 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.

In this activity, you will learn to cook the most representative dishes of Spanish cuisine. In addition to learning cuts, types of rice and all the information you want to ask about cooking At the end of the activity you will be able to taste the entire meal with a jug of sangria

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.

Immerse yourself in the rich Spanish cuisine with an exclusive paella workshop in the heart of Madrid. Steps away from the iconic Puerta del Sol, this culinary event will guide you through the process of creating an authentic paella under the tutelage of local experts. Start with a tasting of Spanish tortilla, paired with Denomination of Origin wines, before cooking your own paella. Enjoy your dish accompanied by unlimited wine and finish the experience with chocolate churros, a classic Spanish sweet. This activity is not only educational, but offers an unforgettable connection with the culture and flavors of Spain.

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

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.

Looking for the ultimate cooking class in Madrid? Look no further! Led by your passionate professional local chefs, you’ll be guided step by step through the art of creating Spain’s most iconic dishes: authentic paella, sangria, and churros. Along the way, you’ll learn insider tips, kitchen secrets, and Spanish food culture - no experience required. And because great food deserves great company, enjoy free-flowing sangria as you cook, eat, and celebrate together around the table. Expect delicious aromas, hands-on fun, lively conversation, and a meal you’ll be proud to say you made yourself.

Experience Alicante through its flavors and culture as you make homemade paella from scratch, as well as sangria and tapas. Learn about the different ingredients essential to each dish and how to shop at the market like a local as you interact with stall owners and support small businesses. Practice new cooking techniques and get tips from a chef so you can make these Spanish dishes at home.

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.

Visit a Menorcan farm dairy on your vacation, and try your hand at making the island’s renowned Mahon-Menorca cheese. Discover the entire farm-to-table process and the traditional production methods used in artisanal dairy production. Explore the milking facilities, the aging room filled with cheese wheels, and enjoy a tasting of several cheese varieties.

Learn how to cook traditional paella from scratch during this in-person 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.

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.

San Sebastian is well-known for its culinary scene. This small-group tour takes place inside a historic, family-run restaurant where you learn to recreate popular Basque dishes for your friends back home. A professional chef teaches you cooking skills and shares stories behind each dish. Come with an empty stomach and prepare a full meal to enjoy, including local cider and wine.

Get an insider’s look at Barcelona’s cuisine in this immersive workshop led by a chef from one of the city’s popular restaurants. You’ll discover the stories behind the ingredients of key Spanish dishes and learn how to make tasty “croquetas” and the local favorite “tortilla” omelette. As you get hands-on in the cookery school, you’ll sip Spanish wine—all included—and learn why it pairs so well with tapas.

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.

Join us in our cooking school in the heart of Bilbao and learn how to prepare authentic Spanish paella and the famous Burnt Basque Cheesecake. You'll make the starters, help create different styles of paella, and bake the cheesecake yourself, guided step-by-step by a local chef. We keep our groups small (maximum 12 guests) to ensure plenty of personal attention, questions, and real learning. Whether you're an experienced cook or a complete beginner, you'll leave with practical skills and recipes you can recreate at home. Located just across the river from the Guggenheim Museum, our cooking school is easy to reach from anywhere in Bilbao. At the end of the class, you'll sit down together in our private dining room to enjoy everything you've prepared, accompanied by three glasses of local wine or non-alcoholic alternatives. A fun, authentic, and delicious way to experience Basque and Spanish gastronomy.

Enjoy a more immersive and intimate way to explore Palma de Mallorca’s food scene—and have the special chance to learn directly from a local chef—during this small-group cooking class. With your instructor’s hands-on guidance, you’ll create a 7-course meal of classic dishes, from Spanish tortilla and paella to crema Catalana. Then, feast on your culinary creations together, all accompanied by water, soft drinks, and wine.