Valencia Seafood Paella Cooking Class and Market Visit

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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Experience Highlights

Discover the secrets of authentic seafood paella with this cooking class in Valencia. Together with a guide you will visit the Ruzafa market and do your shopping there. Then a local chef will teach you how to prepare this delicious recipe in a professional kitchen. You will be able to taste your dish and accompany it with starters, desserts and typical drinks from Valencia. This gastronomic experience lasts approximately 3 and a half hours.

  • Learn how to cook authentic seafood paella from an expert chef.
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the Ruzafa market, where you can learn about the ingredients used in paella.
  • Taste your own paella and share this experience.

What’s included

  • Guided tour of the Ruzafa market.
  • Seafood paella cooking class with a specialised chef.
  • Shared lunch with other participants. Tasting of the seafood paella prepared by you.
  • Starters, drinks, dessert and coffee.

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Step by Step

Immerse yourself in Valencian culinary culture with this unique experience that combines a seafood paella cooking class and a visit to Ruzafa market. A guide will accompany you to do your shopping at Ruzafa Market. With fresh, top quality food you will prepare an authentic seafood paella under the guidance and supervision of a local chef. You will cook in a professional kitchen with all the necessary equipment. You will taste your dish and accompany it with salads, starters, drinks and typical desserts that are included in this experience that lasts about 3 hours and a half.

On the guided tour of the Ruzafa market, you'll stroll among the stalls full of fresh ingredients. You will learn about the products used in Valencian cuisine. Your guide will show you the key ingredients to make a good seafood paella and give you tips on how to select the best products.

After the market visit, it's time to learn how to cook an authentic Valencian seafood paella in a professional kitchen. A master rice cook, a chef specialised in making paella, will be waiting for you there. During the cooking class, you will learn step by step how to prepare the seafood paella, from the selection and preparation of the ingredients to the perfect cooking of the rice. The chef will guide you through the process and share with you his secrets and tips for a delicious dish.

Once you have finished cooking, you can enjoy your own creation in a shared meal with the group. You will also have the opportunity to sample other local dishes and learn about the different variations of paella in the region. Share your experiences and learn about the culinary culture of Valencia while enjoying the paella you've prepared.

Reviews

4.7
· 1358 Reviews
  • H
    H. Q.
    4
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    The cooking class and the visit to the market in Valencia were unique experiences, although I think the timing could be better organised to make the most of the day.
  • F
    F. J.
    5
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    The experience of learning how to cook paella and visiting the local market was amazing, an authentic way to immerse yourself in Valencian culture!
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    U. M.
    5
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    I loved learning how to cook such a typical dish and visiting the market was a unique experience. I always wanted to know more about the local gastronomy, and this activity was perfect for that.
  • P
    P. G.
    4
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    The paella cooking class was the best, I learned a lot and I ate well. Also, the market had some really cool stuff, it's worth it!
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