First, you will start with a quick visit to the world-famous La Boqueria market, where your chef will show you how to spot fresh products. After shopping, head back to the GAB LAB (our test kitchen and dining room), where you will taste some seasonal tapas and participate in a Sangria-making class. Then put on your apron as you join the chef in a fun interactive paella class where you will learn the history and secrets of this famous dish. Afterwards enjoy your paella with your new friends and family. Following the experience, you will be provided with a copy of all the recipes, so that you can do it again at home.
*** PLEASE NOTE- The market is closed EVERY SUNDAY and on public holidays. Our class typically does run on these days and outside of these hours.
*** Our 21:15 Spanish Dinner Class does NOT include a visit to the market.
*** The market is home to numerous individual vendors, who operate on their own hours, generally opening from 08:00 to around 20:30 PM. Given the market's lively atmosphere, occasional chaos and peak times, we may decide to focus on the immersive culinary experience without the added hustle and bustle of navigating through the crowded market stalls.
Stop At:
• Mercat de la Boqueria, La Rambla, 91, 08001 Barcelona Spain
• La Rambla, La Rambla, Barcelona, Catalonia
Sample Menu
• Selection of Tapas - Fresh seasonal tapas - meats, cheeses, pimientos de padron, pan con tomate and olives (selections may vary)*
• Paella - Seafood Paella - Vegetarian and Chicken also available (food allergies and preferences will be collected at the start of the class)
• Traditional Spanish Sangria - The chef will show you how to prepare Sangria
See Availability.
Gastronomic Arts Barcelona, Carrer de Lancaster, 10, Bajo 1a, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona, Spain
3 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Food Allergies and Dietary Restrictions can be accommodated
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Margaret_l
The cooking class was great fun and informative. A great experience making seafood paella from scratch using fresh ingredients.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : shayaom
Simon was very friendly and answered all of our questions with the utmost patience. He took us to Mercado de la Boqueria for the freshest ingredients. One step at a time, he led us down the path of making the ultimate paella. He taught us shortcuts, best practices, and ways around seafood (from shrimp, to clams, to mussels, and squid).
At the end, we had tapas, paella, AND dessert! On top of learning how to make it. It was a fantastic overall experience - of how to make it right!! Everything was delicious, great tasting, and even the dessert was worth the wait!
If you like off the beaten path for a fun, Spanish spices focused dish, this is definately one!!!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Laurie_O
This class was so much fun! The chef who taught that class was amazing. Everything was well thought out and planned from the walk to the market down to having everyone in the class help make the Palella! If you are in Barcelona and want to learn how to make this amazing dish, I encourage you take this fun class! (Plus you get to learn how to make Sangria! How can you go wrong?!?!)
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : mblack1018
This place was fantastic! Loved the food and learning how to make Paella and Sangria. I am not a seafood fan so l had the chicken option which was so good but the group who had the seafood also loved theirs.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Geoff_D
I really enjoyed Chef Hugo and Armando- they are wonderful hosts and teach about the history of the dish and its ingredients. It was a really fun atmosphere. Even though I didn’t know anybody in the group, it was relaxed and everyone had a great time getting to know each other.
I would highly recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Barcelona and wanting a fun interactive experience.
Thanks again for a great night Chef Hugo & Armando!
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : imnotplayingthisgame
Chef was awesome, friendly, easy to understand, made sure everyone was having a good time. Food was great (first ever paella experience). Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : 812luke
Fantastic opportunity to learn how to make Paella and make new friends. This was great way to experience Barcelona and its culture
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : GeoLocal
What a wonderful exploration of food and culture! Fun walking through the market choosing ingredients, making our own sangria and paella, and enjoying the company of the group.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : nicolebH7980RX
Hugo was a fabulous host/ chef and we had an amazing experience learning hands on how to make paella
Would definitely recommend this experience when in Barcelona
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : jfike67
Lots of fun, made new friends, ate a lot, drank some sangria, was a blast!! Gabriel was amazing coach! I'd go back tomorrow
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
