Overview:
Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine with an interactive cooking experience in Barcelona. Led by a local chef, you’ll explore the iconic La Boqueria market to select the freshest ingredients before heading to a professional teaching kitchen. From tapas to traditional paella and sangria, you’ll learn to prepare classic dishes and indulge in a delicious dinner crafted by your own hands. This immersive cooking class offers a unique opportunity to delve into Spanish gastronomy while enjoying a fun and memorable culinary adventure.
Highlights:
- Guided tour of La Boqueria market with a local chef
- Hands-on cooking experience in a professional teaching kitchen
- Preparation of Spanish tapas, seafood paella, and sangria
- Enjoying a hearty dinner of classic Spanish cuisine made by yourself
- Learning cooking tips and techniques from a skilled chef
- Take home chef’s recipes to recreate the dishes in your own kitchen
Advantages:
- Learn to cook authentic Spanish dishes under the guidance of a professional chef
- Explore La Boqueria market and discover the freshest local ingredients
- Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience suitable for all skill levels
- Indulge in a delicious dinner of homemade tapas, paella, and sangria
- Take home valuable cooking tips and recipes to impress friends and family
Itinerary:
- Meet the chef at a central location in Barcelona
- Guided tour of La Boqueria market to select fresh ingredients
- Transfer to a professional teaching kitchen in the El Born district
- Introduction to Spanish cuisine and preparation of tapas
- Cooking session to prepare seafood paella
- Sangria-making workshop
- Sit-down dinner to enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared
- Optional visit to a nearby bar for a complimentary shot and drink specials
Tips and Advice for Travelers:
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the market
- Bring a reusable bag for carrying purchased ingredients
- Inform the chef of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance
- Be prepared to get hands-on and enjoy the cooking experience
- Ask questions and engage with the chef to maximize your learning
FAQs: Q: Is the cooking class suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the cooking class is designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cooks.
Q: Are ingredients included in the price? A: Yes, the cost of the cooking class includes all ingredients needed for the recipes.
Q: Can I take home leftovers? A: Due to food safety regulations, leftovers cannot be taken home. However, you will receive recipes to recreate the dishes at home.