About this experience
This private Barcelona culinary experience combines a guided tour of La Boqueria with a hands-on paella cooking class in a local Gràcia studio, offering a deeper connection to Spanish food culture than a standard cooking class alone. Begin by tasting jamón and exploring one of the city’s most iconic markets with your host, learning how to select high-quality local ingredients before heading to the studio to cook. Then prepare authentic paella, sangria, and crema catalana from scratch with step-by-step guidance from a local chef. With a private setting, personalized instruction, and a menu tailored to your preferences, this experience is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic, immersive food experience in Barcelona.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
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What is included
- Spanish jamón tasting at the market
- Private hands-on paella cooking class in a Gràcia studio
- Private transfer from La Boqueria to the cooking studio
- Three-course meal: sangria, paella, and crema catalana
- Private guided tour of La Boqueria market
Itinerary and highlights
Begin your experience with a 45-minute guided tour of La Boqueria, Barcelona’s most iconic food market, led by your local chef host. Taste Spanish jamón at a trusted Catalan charcuterie, sample specialties such as salt cod and marinated olives, and learn how to choose high-quality local ingredients as you explore the market’s vibrant seafood, produce, and specialty stalls. You may also pick up fresh ingredients to use in your cooking class.
After the market tour, enjoy included transportation to a centrally located studio in Gràcia for your private, hands-on paella cooking class. Learn to prepare authentic Spanish paella from scratch, make refreshing sangria, and create a traditional crema catalana with step-by-step guidance from your host. Choose from seafood, chicken, or vegetarian paella, and enjoy your homemade meal together with 1–2 glasses of sangria.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your host at the Escribà | Liceu pastry shop on the Rambla near La Boqueria Market.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Traveling Spoon
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Choose from seafood, chicken, or vegetarian paella; please share your preference in advance. Seafood will be prepared by default if no preference is provided.
- Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice; please include them when booking.
- The cooking studio is located one floor above ground level and is accessible by elevator for guests who cannot take the stairs.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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