Paella cooking class - Local Market tour, Tapas & Wine
Description
Valencian paella —and this hands-on cooking class teaches you the real recipe, not a bland substitute. Learn to make authentic paella with seasonal produce from Valencia's own fields, the way local chefs have perfected it for generations. 100% valencian. 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: selecting the best seasonal vegetables and meat or seafood - 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
Reviews(154)
Friendly, fun, excellent. Definitely recommend going
The guides/hosts/Chefs were so nice & funny. It really felt like cooking with friends, even though I joined the class alone. Great experience & Paella
Nice activity and well-led! Only in English so take that into account when booking! Thanks again to the team!!!!
I had a lot of fun, the guys are nice and Cristina is extraordinary: knowledgeable, fun, and helpful. I hope to be able to return to have the same experience with my wife. Highly recommended.
Excellent cooking class where you learn what ingredients to buy at the market and the how to cook paella. It was very educational to learn how the seasonings and the foods are used. Also sangria and jamon, cheese and potato tapa are served while you are cooking. Also water is available. The chefs speak English very well and were very friendly. Dont hesitate and book this class.
Very nice to do. Highly recommended. You'll all go to the Mercat first to do the shopping. Then with the group first a Sangria workshop. Then you will make the paella with a smaller group from A to Z. You'll get tapas in between. At the end of the day, you'll all have dinner and the day will end with dessert. The staff at My First Paella are doing a great job and speak good English!!
A good learning experience about Paella cooking and local customs. A fun time with a mixed group of people. A tasty meal at the end with generous alcoholic and soft drinks.
Thank you so much! 😊 We’re happy you enjoyed learning about paella and Valencian culture while sharing such a fun experience with people from around the world. Great food, great company and plenty of drinks — the perfect combination! 🥘🍷
Gigantic, so much fun 👍👍👍
Megan and Luna are amazing! I’ve been on dozens of excursions and this one was been the absolute best ever! Megan and Luna made our experience fun, engaging, and enjoyable! This is hands down the best experience ever!!!
Thank you so much for such amazing words! 😊 Megan and Luna will be so happy to read this ❤️ We’re thrilled to know this was one of your best experiences ever — thank you for cooking, laughing and sharing this special moment with us 🥘🍷
Anna and Chris are so nice. Really recommended to do this. With family. Friends, partner!
Thank you so much! 😊 Ana and Cris will be so happy to hear this. We’re glad you had a great time—perfect with family, friends or your partner! Hope to see you again!
