High-quality Paella Experience, Tapas & Tour for small groups

Recommended by 98% of travelers

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Barcelona, Spain

4 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Pat_O ·

Mar 2026

Oh my goodness, such a great experience. Claudia is AMAZING! Great chef, great knowledge - made everyone feel at home - at the end it felt like I was cooking with friends in someone's apartment! Will definitely try these dishes at home! Thanks Claudia for the great afternoon and delicious food and drink.

· Tara_A ·

Jan 2026

So much fun and great food. Really a fun time. Really enjoyed meeting the other family. The food market was wonderful. Will be going back to market.

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Overview

Savor the best of Barcelona’s food scene during this small-group half-day excursion combining a market tour, a tasting of 10 different tapas, and a cooking class—where you eat the fruits of your labors. Explore the labyrinth of produce at La Boqueria Market before taking your food knowledge to the next level in a Spanish cooking session led by a professional chef. Wine pairings help the day (or evening) go smoothly.

Immerse in Barcelona culinary culture on a small-group food experience
Discover local produce at the world-famous La Boqueria Market
Sample 10 traditional tapas, paired with local wines
Prepare and enjoy a Spanish lunch or dinner with a professional chef

Sample Menu

Main

MAIN DISH - COOKING CLASS

Seafood or vegetarian Paella

Main

MAIN DISH - COOKING CLASS

Spanish omelette

Dessert

DESSERT - Cooking Class

Catalan cream with berries

Starter

TAPAS TASTING

Brava potatoes with sauces Assortment of iberian sausages Andalusian fish Prawns to garlic Traditional croquettes

Starter

TAPAS TASTING

Manchego cheese Cantabrian anchovies Mussels with sauce Octopus a feira Catalan cream with berries

Starter

Sangría

A "Sangría" Preparation Workshop is also included.

What's Included

Tasting of 10 Tapas with wine tasting and explanation of Spanish gastronomy through those Tapas.
The cooking class consists of preparing a complete gourmet menu guided by a professional chef.
A complete menu with drinks and coffees served in Imperial table format.
You'll start by visiting La Boquería market accompanied by the chef or his assistant.
The menu can be adapted to any type of diet: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.

Tipping is voluntary and optional.
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Pl. Reial, 3, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
The building does not have an elevator If you enter through the main door of Plaça Reial, you have to turn left until the corner. Our portal is next to the GLACIAR restaurant, black door. You have to ring the bell that says JUST ROYAL to let them know that you have arrived Phone number +34 631117186

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Just Royal Bcn

Las Ramblas

Mercat de la Boqueria

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Greg_H

We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, especially when we toured the market, she provided valuable education on what to look for in terms of fresh foods and the name of the authentic stands and why. Pre-cooking she presented Tapas that were all very delicious which led us into the prepping and cooking. She kept our wine glasses full, she had a great sense of humor which encouraged our group bonding, filled with laughter and lots of pictures. The food (Paella & flan) were spectacular and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great activity during your time in Barcelona. Thank you Claudia for being awesome!!

Reviews

4.9

based on 241 reviews

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Must do activity!

Vicki_S, Jul 2026

This experience was super fun! It didn't matter if you came with someone or alone, we were one big happy family within minutes! You don't feel any pressure to participate and they guide you through all the steps, so if you don't know how to do something, they will teach you. The food was delicious! Only negative was it stated that they will serve cava while cooking, but it was only red or white wine or soda. That was a bummer as I LOVE cava. The tour through the market is good if you have intentions of buying food or visiting for a while, but for me, only being in Barcelona for a total of 4 days, I didn't necessarily need that part. All in all 10/10 experience and a great way to spend an afternoon!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It was a real pleasure meeting you.

Host Claudia was...

Donald_C, May 2026

Host Claudia was excellent host & guiding us through our cooking class. Visit to Market was less than expected as description seemed like we would be shopping for the ingredients we would cook with.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you, I hope to see you here again. We offer many different cooking workshops. Best regards.

Paella

Greg_H, Apr 2026

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I hope to see you again sometime.

Spanish cooking class fun !

Kay_P, Apr 2026

It’s an amazing experience no matter who you are traveling with! Very interactive great guide! Fun fun experience learning how to cook Spanish dishes ! Lots of good food wine & or your preference in drink !

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It has been a real pleasure meeting you.

Not to be missed!!

Pat_O, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope to see you again sometime.

One of the Highlights of Our Trip to Spain

Kelly_B, Feb 2026

After a quick tour of the market, we spent a very pleasant few hours with Claudia, eating tapas, drinking wine, making and enjoying a 3-course feast. Claudia was a great hostess, made the whole process easy and enjoyable, and made sure we had a great time. We loved this class - it was a highlight of our trip - and would absolutely recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I hope to see you again sometime.

Hello from New Jersey USA

Tara_A, Jan 2026

So much fun and great food. Really a fun time. Really enjoyed meeting the other family. The food market was wonderful. Will be going back to market.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi, thanks for your kind words. I hope to see you here again sometime.

Great paella

Cheryl_V, Nov 2025

This was a great experience. The food was amazing. Our chef was very good at involving everyone in the process and le6 us think we could make paella.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope to see you again sometime.

Perfect Paella

Bruce_L, Nov 2025

Wonderful experience the ambiance was amazing. The chef was experienced and personal. I would recommend this class to family and friends

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I hope to see you again sometime.

Cooking class

Lisa_S, Nov 2025

The trip to the market was crowded. Hard to stay in a group. The cooking class was amazing! Claudia was a great teacher

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It was a real pleasure meeting you.

Food. Fun. Learning.

Janice_C, Nov 2025

Claudia was an amazing host. She took us to the market to get an idea where to find authentic Barcelona /Catalunya food to cook, as well as explaining culture and tradition. Everything was ready for us when we got back to the apartment. There are 3 flights of stairs to climb, so keep that in mind. We all had a chance to cook and watch as we wanted to. We worked with common ingredients and dishes to the area, then had a sit down meal while learning more about the others in our group. There was some amazing paprika to purchase, but the fun of learning and cooking together with Claudia’s care and expertise, as well as her sou chef, was the highlight. Easily one of the best experiences I’ve had!!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It has been a real pleasure meeting you.

What a great team

Deborah_H, Oct 2025

This was excellent if you like to cook or eat or both. The group is small enough to be able to talk to everyone, but large enough to not be awkward if you run out of things to say. Claudia and the team were great, and so nice. The instruction was great, as were the finished products. The stairs to the location are a lot if you have mobility issues.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi, thanks for your kind words. I hope to see you here again sometime.

Great Cooking Class for Typical Paella, Wine, & Dessert

JoseL_C, Oct 2025

Claudia was very knowledgeable and did a great job of explaining the ingredients and techniques do make a good paella. Only caveat is that I have yet to receive the recipes promised by email.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi, it was a pleasure meeting you and spending time with you. I hope to see you here again soon.

Great class in Barcelona!

Kristopher_K, Jul 2025

This was a great class. Claudia was awesome! Touring the market was a lot of fun, the tapas were a great introduction and making the Paella and Omelet were great!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hi, thanks for your kind words. I hope to see you here again sometime.

Wonderful tour and cooking class

Adriana_S, Jun 2025

Wonderful apartment setting. The tour of Bocqueria was fun and informative. Wonderful vibe. Intimate class with great explanation of the food and techniques. Great time for the whole family.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I hope to see you again sometime.

Highly recommend!

Samantha_W, Mar 2025

Host was engaging, food was delicious, and experience was enjoyable. Would definitely recommend if you want to learn how to make some traditional Spanish dishes.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you, I hope to see you here again. We offer many different cooking workshops. Best regards.

Great experience filled...

Jacob_S, Jan 2025

Great experience filled with good food and good laughs. The class was easy to follow, and the chef was great to work with. He took the time to explain what we were doing and why each step of the way! Would highly recommend !

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It has been a real pleasure meeting you.

Wonderful experience for our family

angela_g, Dec 2024

What a wonderful experience for our family’s last night in Barcelona. The trip to the market was fun and informative. We loved enjoying the wine and absolutely Delicious tapas before embarking on our paella making adventure. Lovely setting!!!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for participating in our cooking experience. It was a real pleasure meeting you.

Wonderful evening cooking in Barcelona

Helen_K, Nov 2024

Walking through the market getting Hori’s opinions and explanations on the meats, fish and spices was wonderful. Hori was a wonderful teacher/chef and we had quite a feast!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope to see you again sometime.

Great dinner with Claudia

Meg_F, Nov 2024

Claudia is terrific! I loved how she explained cultural and historical references of the food we made. We had a great group of people and Claudia quickly put us at ease and made us feel like we were among family.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you, I hope to see you here again. We offer many different cooking workshops. Best regards.

Absolutely wonderful!

Erin_P, Oct 2024

We had an absolute blast at this class! One of the highlights of our trip to Barcelona!! I’ve definitely made the recipes from this class - though I lost the link they sent us and have had to patch together recipes from other sources.

A fun cooking class

William_S, Oct 2024

The chefs - and the other students - made this a very enjoyable - and tasty - few hours, as we learned to make paella and other special foods of Barcelona - and with a glass or two of wine to make it more enjoyable.

Excellent!!

Pamela_K, Oct 2024

The chef was very informative, lots of fun, very engaging. Enjoyed the trip through La Boqueria. We tried many delicious tapas in class and cooked several dishes. A memorable experience!

Great teacher very interactive. Learned a lot!

Sonya_A, Sep 2024

Great class! Awesome teacher I learned so much! Everything was explained clearly and the entire experience was enjoyable

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope to see you again sometime.

It was a fun day with a...

JonElvar_H, Sep 2024

It was a fun day with a group of good people and a great instructor. I would recommend this for anyone who is curious about the Spanish food culture

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement. I hope to see you again sometime.

Fantastic evening! Learned a lot.

JohnJ_P, Sep 2024

Meeting new people. Making and sharing great food. Chef was very knowledgeable and entertaining! Learned some new techniques.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you, I hope to see you here again. We offer many different cooking workshops. Best regards.

Authentic, Immersive experience.

Scott_D, Aug 2024

Janelle was engaging, informative, and fun...from the market stroll all the way through preparation and eating of the delicious, authentic meal.

Great little cooking class

Rhea_B, Jul 2024

Loved the market (go ahead or time or afterwards if you want to shop - a must!) and the location of the kitchen was perfect. We had a great time and the food was delish. Chef was funny and informative.

Super Fun and Delicious!

Frank_B, Jul 2024

This cooking class was our first activity once touching down in Barcelona…and it was a fabulous introduction to the city! We started the class in the Mercat which our host walked us through explaining different offerings and providing tatstings! The cooking portion of the class aas also fabulous with plenty of tastings and audience participation. 10/10 for this experience!

Excellent market visit and cooking class!

Heather_P, Jul 2024

We enjoyed everything about this! The market tour was interesting, and the cooking class was so fun. The chef is relaxed and if anyone was nervous about cooking, he allowed them to watch. He was knowledgeable about the spices and history of dishes. He kept my 14-year-old engaged and cooking. We’d recommend this to anyone!