Private cooking classes in Barcelona

Why not try to learn how to prepare your favorite Catalan dishes and other international favorites, while visiting the beautiful city of Barcelona? The following private cooking classes and workshops allow you to gain hands-on experience that goes beyond just tasting this delicious food. From preparing traditional tapas and paella to putting together impressive charcuterie boards, the city offers many cooking classes that allow visitors to discover the culinary treasures and spices of the Mediterranean. So, read on to find out more!

1. Paella workshop

Get yourself a Paella Barcelona if you want a fix of a traditional Mediterranean favourite. This class offers guests a three-in-one experience, your class begins with a trip to the famous food market, La Boqueria. Here you will find advice on high quality ingredients to use in your dishes and get a taste of local life in Barcelona, ​​getting a true taste of Catalan Culinary culture. Next on your tour, your group is given the opportunity to try a number of tapas dishes, with sangria to accompany your meal.

Now is the time to roll up your sleeves and put on your chef hat! A trained chef shows you how to prepare paella, and you can choose to make it with seafood, meat or vegetarian options. When the paella is ready, the guests can taste their delicious dish. Overall, this experience is a perfect way to culturally immerse yourself in Catalan culture.

2. Tapas workshop

Enjoy Barcelona’s city skyline by starting this tapas workshop with a glass of cava on a spectacular rooftop in the bustling Poblenou neighborhood. The guide then gives visitors a brief explanation of the best ingredients needed to create great tapas and traditional paella dishes. Following this, guests have the opportunity to prepare a variety of tapas, from delicious patatas bravas and crispy croquettes to traditional pan con tomate and a host of other delightful dishes!

If the guests have done tapas, they can enjoy themselves during the amazing view of the city, where you can marvel at the infamous places like Gaudí’s La Sagrada Familia and the cathedral of Barcelona. For those who crave something sweet after all their hard work, you are in a really sweet situation, as you will be able to bake a Cream Catalana to complete the experience.

3. Pasta workshop

Do you want to cook something other than Mediterranean food? Go to a high-class experience in Barcelona, ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ takes place in the lively district of Poblenou, Italian food lovers can take part in an impressive pasta-making class, where guests make authentic Italian dishes in a pleasant environment.

The pasta class starts with a brief explanation about a typical pasta dish, where you will find tips and tricks to cook the perfect pasta dish, all provided by a pasta chef. Guests will start by preparing the sauce, chopping the vegetables and assembling the ingredients. Once the pasta is prepared, you can taste your Italian food while meeting other Italian food lovers, making this an unforgettable experience on your trip to Barcelona.

4. Moroccan tajine workshop

A great but unique and interesting start to your trip to Barcelona would be a private tajine cooking class. Attendees will deepen their understanding of Moroccan cuisine and culture. During this workshop, you will start by visiting La Boqueria to buy the freshest ingredients. Moving on, you will then head to the amazing workshop kitchen in the famous Old Town Raval, where you will prepare the quintessential tajine, and couscous. By participating in all the preparations, this class will really work. Additionally if after your class you wish to recreate this dish, the chef provides printed recipes and instructions, which you can use to demonstrate your new found knowledge about Moroccan cuisine.

5. Create your own charcuterie board

Discover the art of creating a beautifully crafted charcuterie board while tasting wine at this luxury class in Barcelona. Under the guidance of an instructor, you will learn about Catalan products, and a sommelier will provide you with the most suitable wines to pair with your board. Running since 2017, this class is perfect for cooking enthusiasts and those who want to learn! Using the best local ingredients guests have the opportunity to prepare amazing charcuterie boards and cheese boards, vegetarian and vegan friendly options are also available! You are always in a good place, you can indulge in your delicious delicacies and leave with new knowledge on how to please your guests at parties and events with your delightful charcuterie and cheese boards.

6. Vegan paella workshop

Discover the new 100% plant-based cooking school, where you can learn new cooking techniques. In this class, you can find out how to prepare traditional Catalan food in your vegetarian version, have the opportunity to meet amazing people who share the same passion. Using a variety of fresh vegetables with vegan meat and fish, you can experience Catalan culture like a local. This experience includes 1 drink per person of your choice, tasting and cooking of your own dishes and guidance from vegan chef, Laura Bonet.

Why choose private cooking classes in Barcelona?

When you find yourself in a new city, one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the local culture is through its food. In Barcelona, ​​taking private cooking classes can be a great way to get a taste of local culture and multiculturalism. Unlike large group tours, these intimate classes allow you to focus and learn without distractions.

You will enjoy personal guidance from an experienced chef, who will answer your questions and tailor the experience to suit your tastes and interests. Whether you’re cooking with one or two others or going solo with a trained chef by your side, this approach makes it easy to connect with the unique flavors and recipes of Catalan cuisine. Whether you’re hoping to improve your cooking skills or just want a fun activity with friends or family, private classes offer the perfect place to create great memories you’ll cherish long after your trip is over.

So there you have it! Our guide to the best private cooking classes in Barcelona. From charcuterie boards and paella to delicious tapas and Moroccan food. The city has something for everyone, and we hope you feel ready to experience Barcelona with delicious Catalan cuisine and more!

Sandra Roig

Sandra Roig is the Marketing Director at AB Apartment Barcelona. AB Apartment Barcelona is an apartment rental agency offering over a thousand short and long term apartments throughout Barcelona. If you are interested in becoming a guest blogger on A Luxury Travel Blog to raise your profile, please contact us.