Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop
Description
Paella was born here in Valencia—and this hands-on cooking class teaches you the real recipe, not the tourist version. Learn to make traditional Valencian paella with meat and vegetables, the way local families have cooked it for generations. No shortcuts. Just authentic technique from Valencian chefs who grew up making it. Your experience starts at Ruzafa Market, a neighborhood gem where locals shop for fresh ingredients—far from the crowds of Central Market. Then, join our small-group workshop to master the secrets: achieving the perfect socarrat (the prized crispy rice crust), using Albufera rice from Valencia's own fields, and balancing saffron like a pro. While your paella simmers, enjoy a sangria-making workshop and sample traditional tapas. Then sit down to feast on your creation with local wine, salad, mistela, and homemade dessert.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Reviews(1,196)
What a fun experience. Ana was delightful and so fun. Would come again for a different recipe.
Absolutely amazing experience. I learned so much and how to make traditional drinks and dishes.
Miguel and Richard were amazing guides! Paella was excellent and we had SO much fun
Richard and Miguel were incredible! They made the experience so enjoyable. Their jokes were funny, their instructions were clear and they made cooking so much fun. The paellas came out delicious and I cannot wait to make it at home as well. I highly recommend the class and it might have just started a new tradition of cooking classes every where I travel especially if they are half as good as this one was.
Great experience! Top-notch cook and chef to create a great atmosphere!
Pleasant and very family-friendly atmosphere, despite the presence of several disparate groups from various nations. The instructions are given with ease, without stress, and alcohol is available in abundance to calm and facilitate exchanges.
This was an amazing experience. Such good people and even better food. I now j ow how to make the perfect paella!
This was a very nice experience. People of all nationalities were there to chat with because the sangria was generously poured. Thanks for this nice experience!
We had such a fun time as a group doing this class and learned so much about making paella!
It was an AMAZING experience! I highly recommend!
