Barcelona Full Market Tour, Tapas & Hands-On Paella Cooking Class
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
- Short stroll from the market to cooking space 300m (less than 1,000 feet)
Reviews(264)
This was just the best experience. John was great, we learned to make the best paella I’ve ever had not to mention the sangria, pan con tomate etc etc. Great tour of the market, gorgeous teaching kitchen and fun small group. We can’t wait to make paella at home. Strongly recommend this tour.
Sterling, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. "The best paella ever", now thats what we like to hear (compliments to the chef, YOU)! Our trip to La Boqueria market is very unique vs competitors and often leaves people raving, we are so glad you liked it! We are very proud of our large facility right in the heart of Barcelona, just 300 meters from the market. Thank you for joining us and best of luck with the Paella at home!
We had an incredible experience on the food market tour and cooking class with John! From the moment we met him, his passion for Barcelona’s food, culture, and cooking was obvious. He made our walk through the market so engaging, introducing us to local ingredients and letting us sample some delicious traditional foods while sharing interesting stories along the way. The cooking class was just as amazing. John made everyone feel involved as we worked together to prepare homemade paella, and he created such a fun, welcoming atmosphere that our whole group enjoyed. He was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely excited to share his craft. If you’re visiting Barcelona, I can’t recommend this experience enough. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and John’s enthusiasm and hospitality made it truly unforgettable!
Robbie, what a fantastic, detailed review. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. The market tour is so great. We really try to make you feel like a local, collecting produce and having a little nibble before cooking. Most other places just pop in and out to get one ingredient. We are delighted you enjoyed it. John's passion really does come through in his classes, and he will be delighted to read this. I'm sure you enjoyed that first refreshing drink in our fully air-conditioned location after the market! Thank you for the recommendation, we really appreciate it.
I'm Vincent from Hong Kong. Chef John was fantastic! He took us to a local market and explained the traditional Spanish ingredients and seafood used in local cuisine. The class was fun, informative, and hands-on. We learned a lot and cooked an amazing paella. Highly recommended! ---
Vincent, thank you for joining us and for leaving a review. The market tour is one of many aspects that separate us from our competitors; we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. 'Fun, informative, and hands-on' is exactly what we are aiming for, and obviously, delicious food. Thanks for the recommendation!
John was wonderful explaining everything and made it a lot of fun. The tour through the market was amazing !!
The market tour is amazing, couldn't agree more! We really took the time to think it through. Most other classes pop in and out, but we really wanted you to feel like a local going shopping, stopping to taste a few things, and learning how to select the freshest ingredients. From market to plate! We are glad you found the class educational and fun, that is just what we are after! Thank you for joining us.
Mateo was amazing book this now.
"Best cooking class ever". Thank you for those kind words Jeremy, we really appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed your time with us. Chef Matteo will be delighted to read that. Thanks for joining us!
This was an amazing experience. The two chefs were great. Our group had Chef Matteo his instructions were easy to follow. The group got to know each other and had a great time.
Delighted to hear about your experience with us, Renee. Paella has always been a community dish best shared with others over stories and laughter. It is so great to read how that Spanish cultural aspect was something that stood out to you, it's just what we wanted you to experience. Thanks for joining us!
So good and amazing experience I would 100% recommend amazing food people and service!!
We would love to have you back! Amazing food, service and people... doesn't get better than that! Thank you so much for those kind words it means a lot to me and the team who will be delighted to hear about your experience!
A wonderful experience! We loved it! Amazing chef, lovely atmosphere. Definitely recommend this cooking class experience
Randi, thank you for the recommendation! It's so great reading how much you enjoyed the experience. We loved having you and would love to see you again one day!
Fun class. Learned so much about making paella. Beautiful cooking school, knowledgeable chef, freshest ingredients. This was a great time.
Cynthia, thank you for joining us and for sharing your experience. Fresh ingredients, fun, and educational. That is exactly what we are after. We are so glad that you had a great time. Hopefully, we will see you again one day!
We had an excellent market tour and paella class with Matteo! I attended with my partner early on a weekday and we were a class of 4. We had a very informative class and we left full of wine and food. Matteo was very enthusiastic and the venue itself was very nice and newly renovated. Overall a great experience!
Thank you for those kind words. Yes, the market tour really separates us from competitors who just pop in and out, whereas we offer a guided tour. We are so glad you enjoyed it! Chef Matteo always tries to make things educational and fun. We are delighted you had such a great time!
