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1 / 10High-quality Private Cooking Experience: Paella, Tapas & market tour for small groups
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About this activity
Master authentic Spanish cuisine in a private cooking workshop led by professional chefs at a prestigious school in Plaça Reial. You'll explore Barcelona's iconic La Boquería market, taste regional Spanish tapas paired with D.O. wines, then hands-on prepare paella, tortilla española, crema catalana, and sangria.
It is private cooking workshop, that is, with professional Chefs and a private space for you. Ensuring you learn authentic recipes and the best preparation.
It is the most complete gastronomic activity you can find in Barcelona.
You'll start by visiting La Boquería market accompanied by the Chef or his assistant.
Afterward, we’ll head to our cooking school located in the majestic Plaça Reial.
Where you'll taste 10 “Tapas” tasting from different cities from Spain and the Chef will give a brief explanation of the gastronomy of the different regions of Spain through these “Tapas”. Includes different wines with D.O.
Next, you will enjoy learning how to prepare a complete traditional Spanish menu: seafood paella, Spanish omelet, and crema catalana.
You will also learn how to prepare an authentic Sangria.
The menu can be adapted to any type of diet: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
Drinks are included throughout the activity.
For groups of two to twenty two participants.
Highlights
- ✓Guided La Boquería market tour with chef expertise
- ✓10-tapas regional tasting with wine pairings (D.O. certified)
- ✓Prepare seafood paella, Spanish tortilla, crema catalana, and sangria from scratch
- ✓Private cooking space in historic Plaça Reial location
- ✓Dietary adaptations available (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free)
- ✓All beverages included throughout the experience
Insider tips
- ★Arrive at La Boquería early to see the market at its most vibrant; vendors are most engaged mid-morning
- ★Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes—you'll be standing and working with heat
- ★Ask the chef about ingredient sourcing; many suppliers at Boquería have multi-generational family stories
- ★Request the vegetarian paella adaptation in advance if needed; the chef can source seasonal vegetables that morning
Good to know
- •Small group size (2–22 participants) ensures personalized instruction and hands-on time
- •Duration is 4 hours; plan light breakfast beforehand or allow time after for digestion before other activities
- •Cooking school location in Plaça Reial is accessible by metro (Liceu, L3) and centrally positioned for pre/post-tour exploration
- •Bring an apron or wear clothes you don't mind getting splashed; chef may provide aprons
- •Dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergies) must be noted at booking for ingredient sourcing
Who it's for
Food enthusiasts and culinary tourists seeking hands-on learning in an intimate settingSmall groups and families wanting a cultural immersion beyond standard sightseeingCruise passengers and short-stay visitors looking for a high-impact gastronomic experienceTravellers with dietary requirements who benefit from personalized menu adaptation
Best time to visit
Visit spring (April–May) or fall (September–October) when Barcelona's weather is mild and La Boquería's seasonal produce is at its peak. Morning sessions (typically 10am–2pm) align with market peak hours and allow you to source the freshest ingredients.
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