Boqueria Market Tour, Paella Cooking Class, Sangria & Tapas
Description
**BARCELONA'S MOST AWARDED PAELLA EXPERIENCE** - Home-made paella broth: Prepared over 20 hours, you’ll learn the chef’s secrets to its rich, authentic flavor - Small, personal groups (12 max): Plenty of hands-on time with expert guidance - In-depth market experience: Taste and select ingredients like a local - Purpose-built cooking space: Spacious, air-conditioned, designed for hands-on cooking - Fully hands-on: No watching from the sidelines unless you prefer - Premium ingredients & chef techniques: Secrets you won’t find in standard classes - Dessert included Dietary options available: Vegetarian/alternative options can be accommodated with prior notice **BEYOND THE STUDIO** ✓ Free video masterclasses for all guests ✓ Online cooking courses available worldwide ✓ YouTube channel with 20+ pro tutorials
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Authentic paella is naturally gluten-free
- Short stroll from the market to cooking space 300m (less than 1,000 feet)
Reviews(281)
Directions to the meeting spot I found super clear and informative Mathew was a fantactic host / chef and included as all in even though I was solo and there was a large family group and lots of couples He had us all talking cooking togeather . He took the time to be personal with each of us asking us where we are from the three hours flowed exeptioanlly well . 5 stars
This was a Top Tier experience! Mateo was knowledgeable, engaging and accommodating. The sangrias were the best I’ve ever. We learned a lot about “paella” and there were lots of things we could take home to make, not just the dishes we ate, but also ways to cook other items. GREAT EXPERIENCE!!
Emma, our host/chef, was amazing. We had several in our group who were first timers in the kitchen, but Emma made it easy for them to participate. The kitchen and event space is beautiful and well maintained. Whole experience was fun and would definitely do it again.
Matteo was a superb teacher and excellent chef. Engaged with the entire group and made the experience grand for everyone - 10 of us!!! Such a fun and entertaining experience.
My husband and I joined this paella class on our first evening in Barcelona, and it was absolute perfection. Chef Mateo is exceptionally skilled, deeply knowledgeable, and generous with his culinary tips and guidance. The drinks were flowing all night, the paella was genuinely the best I’ve ever tasted, and we even walked away with wonderful new friends from our group. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our trip!
We had a fabulous time with Chef John even though on Sunday the market was closed so we had to skip that part. We just had more time for tapas, wine, sangria, and meeting the 8 other guests from around the world looking for the same type of experience. Chef did a great job explaining preparation and splitting us into teams to make the various parts of the dishes and the sangria. I would do it again just for the experience, the sangria, and to meet great people. My husband is also a chef and he was not bored, very much enjoying cutting up the cuttlefish. Food was delicious and I didn't even want to eat the cuttlefish, but I did. It was a great prelude to watching Spain celebrate on the night they won the World Cup!
This was such an incredible and fun cooking class!! Our chef, Mateo, was so lovely to work with. He was both educational and funny! It was an experience that we would recommend to everyone traveling to Barcelona
Fantastic cooking class!! Tons of fun and also informative!! Matteo was great! We had an amazing time!!
Chef Jon was fantastic chef and tour guide. He smoothly navigated our group (8) through the busy market and earphones were a great feature. Jon was engaging throughout the 3 hour tour ; he had great tips and stories. The kitchen and dining area was beautifully setup . Sangria, Cava , tapas was plentiful and tasted amazing . Best of all - our teens enjoyed preparing ,cooking and eating the food!
Thank you for the review and for joining us. We are delighted that you had a great time! Chef Jon truly has a passion for sharing the culture of the city, and he is fantastic in the market! Yes, we pride ourselves on being kid/teen friendly, for solo travelers, and for groups of friends. The teens generally walk in a bit hesitant at first, and then they really get stuck in and always LOVE it! Thank you for sharing your experience.
If you’re considering a paella cooking class in Barcelona, book this one—you won’t regret it. We were fortunate to have Chef Mateo, and since it was just the two of us for the Saturday 11:00 a.m. class, the experience felt like a private cooking lesson. He struck the perfect balance between teaching, storytelling, and making the class fun. The market tour was one of the highlights. At every stop, Chef Mateo explained the ingredients, why they were selected, and their importance in authentic paella. If it’s your first visit to the market, be prepared—it can be a bit overwhelming, so having an expert guide you through it makes all the difference. Back at the cooking school, the kitchen was spotless, cool, and beautifully modern. Throughout the class, Chef Mateo shared the history of paella, demonstrated traditional techniques, explained the purpose of the utensils, and answered every question with patience and enthusiasm. This was so much more than a cooking class—it was a cultural experience. We left with a delicious meal, the confidence to recreate it at home, and a much deeper appreciation for Spanish cuisine. One of the best experiences of our time in Barcelona. Highly recommended!
Judy, thank you for that detailed review! Yes, the market tour really separates us from other "similar" activities. We really want you to feel like a local doing their shopping in the market. We are delighted to read how much you enjoyed it. We take a lot of pride in our location, as it is very unique in the heart of the city. Our chefs are all trained to make the class more than just a cooking class, telling stories about the history of paella, the ingredients, etc. and to create a cultural experience. So to hear those exact words from you is just amazing! Thank you for the recommendation and review.
