Food & DrinkMadrid
Private Paella & Tapas Cooking Class in Madrid with Market Visit
About
Your private culinary experience starts with a visit to a local market. As the stalls come to life for the day, explore the ingredients central to Spanish cooking and pick up fresh produce for the dishes ahead. Your guide shares insights into how Madrileños shop, snack, and select quality ingredients, offering context that enriches the dishes you’ll later prepare.
A short walk leads you to a contemporary restaurant kitchen set aside exclusively for your group where you'll meet your chef and enjoy an aperitivo.
- Private experience
What to expect
- 1Mercado de Anton MartinYour private culinary experience starts with a visit to a local market. As the stalls come to life for the day, explore the ingredients central to Spanish cooking and pick up fresh produce for the dishes ahead. 1 hr
- 2A short walk leads you to a contemporary restaurant kitchen set aside exclusively for…A short walk leads you to a contemporary restaurant kitchen set aside exclusively for your group. Here, you’ll meet the chef, enjoy a classic vermouth, and sample cheese and traditional gildas as the class gets underway. Learn the techniques behind beloved Spanish tapas, from patatas bravas with two homemade sauces to perfectly fried croquetas. Your chef breaks down regional traditions, clears up common misconceptions, and guides you step by step through preparing an authentic paella Valenciana. The private setting offers space to relax, ask questions, and enjoy a flexible pace suited to your group. Once everything is ready, gather around the table for a generous three-course lunch paired with wine or beer. Seasonal fruit from the market is a refreshing end to your lunch. You’ll leave with practical skills, memories, and even the recipes to recreate at home. 2 hrs 30 min
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Plan my dayWhat’s included
- A traditional aperitivo (drink and snack)
- Private kitchen & tasting space at a local restaurant
- Private cooking class + all ingredients
- Antón Martín market
- Enough food for a 3 course lunch + dessert
- Fully guided experience in English
- Drinks
- Huertas/Lavapiés neighborhood
Not included
- Gratuities
- Transport
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women.
- This tour is not suitable for vegans, those with celiac disease and those with lactose intolerance.
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- Unfortunately, due to the prevalence of sharp knives, hot stoves, and high surfaces, this experience is not suitable for children under 12.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients. This tour has enough food for a full lunch and drinks are included. First hour of tour may consist of standing, please wear comfortable shoes. Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Meeting & pickup
Meeting pointMadridGet directions (opens Google Maps)
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Plazuela Anton Martín 28012 near the metro stop and nearby the statue of El Abrazo (the Hug).