Madrid: Tapas & Paella Cooking Class with Expert Chef

Community of Madrid, Madrid



Learn the art of Spanish tapas from a professional chef on this small-group experience. Visit a private eatery, enjoy a tapas-making lesson, and savor your finished goodies with a wine pairing.

Spanish Tapas and Paella Cooking Class in Madrid

Learn to prepare and enjoy traditional Spanish tapas and paella in a small-group cooking class led by a professional chef in central Madrid.

Highlights

  • Cook and taste authentic Spanish tapas and paella guided by a professional chef
  • Participate hands-on and enjoy your own culinary creations
  • Discover Spanish culinary traditions, local culture, and tips from chef Lola
  • Unlimited drinks included: beer, sodas, red and white wine
  • Small-group setting for personalized attention

Description

This class teaches you to prepare classic Spanish dishes such as ham croquettes, black rice paella, Russian salad, and 'ajoarriero style' cod in a private, cozy kitchen. The modern open kitchen allows all participants to cook actively and simultaneously.

While cooking and tasting each dish, you will enjoy unlimited drinks and engage in conversations about the secrets of paella, local Madrid attractions, and Spanish culinary culture. No prior cooking experience is required—just enthusiasm and an appetite.

Chef Lola will guide you through traditional recipes and cooking techniques, creating an interactive and educational experience that brings Spanish gastronomy to life.

Experience Schedule

  • Meet Chef Lola: Begin at a private eatery in Madrid with a warm welcome and introduction to the cooking space.
  • Cook Your Own Tapas and Paella: Prepare selected traditional dishes using fresh ingredients with Lola’s expert guidance.
  • Taste Your Creations: Enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared paired with unlimited red and white wines, beer, and sodas.
  • Tapas Tips and Group Interaction: Receive cooking tips from Lola and enjoy the intimate group setting ideal for shared learning.
  • Take Home Recipes: Receive printed recipes to recreate the dishes at home.

Includes

  • All food and drinks throughout the experience, including beer, red and white wine, and sodas

Excludes

  • No exclusions

Important Information

  • The venue is located on the 2nd floor with no elevator access.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available if canceled at least 24 hours in advance.

Book in advance to secure your spot. Wear comfortable clothes suitable for cooking and bring a good appetite. The best time to join is midday or early afternoon to enjoy the full experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to prepare traditional Spanish tapas and authentic paella with guidance from a professional chef in Madrid.
The cooking class welcomes food enthusiasts of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cooks.
The class is held in a small-group setting at a professional kitchen location in Madrid for a personalized experience.
Duration details vary; please check the website for current class hours and scheduling information.
Yes, the class includes unlimited drinks such as beer, wine, and sodas while you cook and taste your dishes.
Yes, you will actively participate in preparing and tasting your own traditional Spanish dishes alongside Chef Lola.
No prior cooking experience is necessary to join the Madrid tapas and paella cooking class.
Classes can be booked throughout the year, and availability varies; check the website for current scheduling options.
You will learn about Spanish culinary traditions, local ingredients, and cooking techniques from Chef Lola during the class.

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