Top Spain Cooking Classes

This is more than just a cooking class—it’s a journey into the heart of Spanish culture, tradition, and flavor. What makes this experience truly special is that you’ll be learning a cherished family recipe that has been passed down through generations. These are not just any churros; they are the same ones my grandmother used to make, following the authentic techniques that have stood the test of time. Unlike mass-produced churros, we’ll make them from scratch, by hand, just like locals have done for years. You’ll mix, shape, and fry them to golden perfection, experiencing the true art of traditional Spanish churros and chocolate. All of this takes place in my apartment's cozy kitchen, right in the heart of Madrid. Here, surrounded by the energy of the city, you’ll get a taste of authentic Spanish home cooking, far from the tourist traps.

San Sebastian is famously known for its gastronomy. Feast on a wealth of Basque cuisine and learn to cook these regional signatures with a professional chef during this small-group cooking class. Prepare and eat several dishes washed down with red wine, the signature local sparkling white, txakoli, and a glass of cider, and leave with newfound confidence in your cooking skills. This experience is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Cook traditional paella with a Seville local who is passionate about the city, sangria, and, of course, paella. Taking place at his personal home, the small-group experience offers more than just a cooking class as you'll get a taste of some local culture, too. Together, you'll create and eat a paella dish on his spacious balcony terrace where nighttime views of Seville Cathedral provide the backdrop.

Granada is known for its tapas culture, but if you want to expand your knowledge of the best Spanish wine to pair with local cuisine, then this wine tasting session is a perfect choice. Try four regional wines paired with local vegetables, cheeses, cold cuts, and extra virgin olive oil, and enjoy insightful food and wine tips throughout.

Rather than just eating Spain’s signature dish, learn about the ingredients and techniques that make it so delicious during a paella cooking demonstration in Seville. As you watch an expert chef create the meal, you’ll soak up views of Seville from a rooftop and sip sangria while learning the tips and tricks to get paella right at home.

You will receive a beer tasting from a guide who has been in the sector for 12 years. We will try special beers that are very difficult to obtain in other places. In addition the experience of the tasting paired with 4 tapas chosen for the occasion and will be taught in one of the reference craft breweries in the city. I encourage you to share this experience and learn more about this product from an expert.

Escape the bustle of Madrid for this food and nature experience in the La Mancha region of south central Spain. Visit your hosts in an idyllic village and sample locally-sourced produce and food products in a spectacular setting: a home built into the walls of a Moorish castle. Tour escape tunnels under the castle and taste cheeses, baked goods, local honey, organic meats, wines, and more goodies. Then, explore the local olive groves, village, and the local countryside.

Experience a special foodie experience in Madrid where you can learn how to make paella, tapas, and dessert. This deep dive into Spanish gastronomy begins with a traditional market visit where you can get insider tips about local ingredients. Then, visit a private kitchen for an intimate cooking class, limited to a small group size. At the end, feast on the food you’ve created, with drinks included too.

Learn all the hidden secrets of Tenerife’s traditional wine cultivation during this private tour of a family-owned winery followed by a tasting led by a local sommelier. Wander through the winery and cellar, and then enjoy sampling the island’s wines along with a snack. Don’t worry if you don’t know much about wine, as the local sommelier will guide you every step of the way.

Take a deep dive into the culinary culture of Tenerife with this winery tour, wine tasting, and cooking workshop. It's one thing to travel the island and taste cuisine at different restaurants, but to really understand the cuisine and history of the Canary Islands, taking a cooking class is the way to go. After a winery tour and tasting, learn how to make the islands' famous "mojo sauce", which you can recreate at home for friends and family.

If you need a break from all of that fine Spanish tapas (said no-one ever), indulge in some tasty Italian cuisine as you try your hand at making pasta. You will learn the secret to rolling the tastiest, fresh pasta—a skill you can easily replicate at home—all while enjoying an aperitif or two and a giggle with fellow travelers in a fun and relaxed environment.

With the help of a local host, you will discover the flavors of an authentic Spanish sangria, going through the traditional red wine sangria, the refreshing white wine sangria and the seductive cava sangria. In this class you will learn the secrets of its preparation, and most importantly, find the perfect balance in a pairing of wines and spirits.

Prepare some of the classic dishes of Catalonia—and enjoy a more personal culinary experience—during this intimate, small-group half-day cooking class in Barcelona. Begin with a tour of the iconic Boqueria market. Then, head to your chef host's home and sample 10 different tapas. Together, prepare a 3-course meal of Spanish omelette, paella, and crema Catalana, accompanied by unlimited wine.

Spain is famous for its traditional tapas and the bite-size dishes are an ideal introduction to Spanish cooking. Master the art of making tapas under the guidance of an expert chef in this small-group cooking class in Madrid. Learn how to make 10 different tapas then sit down to enjoy your homemade dinner, accompanied by a glass of sangria.

Get a taste of Spain during a hands-on cooking class in Madrid including wine pairings. Learn how to prepare traditional tapas during a half-day class where you are welcomed with a glass of cava. After cooking dishes such as garlic prawns and stuffed piquillo peppers, sit down to feast on everything you’ve prepared, plus a main course and dessert. Sample different Spanish wines throughout.

Take home new culinary skills from your trip to Madrid with this seafood paella workshop. Learn traditional cooking methods through up-close demonstrations, and not only master paella, but also a traditional sangria recipe made with over 11 ingredients. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for food lovers, and best of all, you can sample delicious treats along the way—such as tapas bites while your paella cooks.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Spain's rich gastronomical heritage with this small-group cooking class in Barcelona. In a kitchen overlooking Las Ramblas, learn how to prepare a delicious paella dinner, no matter your cooking experience. Afterward, enjoy your dinner together with a few glasses of wine.

Surely you have heard the traditional "Paella Valenciana" many times, however, I suppose you have not had the opportunity to delve into a real kitchen and learn the secrets of this traditional and famous dish from expert chefs. Do you want to discover the most traditional recipes of Spanish and Valencian cuisine? If the answer is yes, come with us. We are a school with more than 12 years of experience, and from the first day we opened our doors we have made a strong commitment to gastronomic tourism. For us it is exciting and very enriching to be able to transfer a piece of Mediterranean gastronomy to any corner of the world. We have chefs who are fluent in different languages, so there is no barrier and you can easily discover the most authentic dishes while having a great time, we warn you that there will be plenty of laughter!

Learn authentic tapas recipes from a local chef during this hands-on cooking class on a scenic Barcelona rooftop. Master restaurant-quality dishes using fresh market ingredients and prepare multiple tapas to enjoy with drinks. Enjoy champagne upon arrival and leave with recipes to recreate the experience for family and friends.

Learn how to make Basque tapas (pintxos) in an intimate setting during a small-group cooking class. Your chef–instructor teaches you how to cook local recipes such as grilled cod and spicy mushrooms using seasonal produce. Sip a glass or two of wine from the open bar and taste local cheese and olive oil while you cook, then sit down to eat your creations after.

Paella tops most visitors' list of dishes to try in Spain, and this small-group class teaches you to cook the Valencian original from scratch. Warm up with two Andalusian classics: ajoblanco, a chilled almond soup, and Malaga salad. Mix a pitcher of sangria as you cook, then sit down to eat everything you've made. Round off the meal with a traditional Andalusian dessert.

Explore the culinary side of Andalusia–and learn far more than you would in a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class in Malaga. Discover why tapas is a Spanish tradition, get hands-on with seasonal ingredients, and try new cooking techniques. Prepare favorites like Ajoblanco Malagueño and Tortilla de Patatas, pick up tips for recreating the dishes at home, and savor your finished creations with local wine–all included.

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.

Skip the busy Barcelona restaurants and opt for an immersive culinary experience, diving into 10 iconic Spanish dishes—and trying your hand at cooking a few tapas as well. Following Chef Alfredo, you’ll savor bite after bite before learning authentic cooking techniques and trying them out across three classic dishes. You’ll fill up on dishes like paella, croquettes, mussels, and more, walking away with knowledge and recipes to boot.