easy
4-5 hours
Minimal physical effort required, suitable for all levels
Discover the secrets of Valencian cuisine with a hands-on seafood paella workshop, guided by local chefs in Valencia. From market shopping to cooking your own authentic paella, this experience offers a delicious dive into Spanish culture.
All ages • 3.5 Hours • Great for families!
Join "My First Paella" for an immersive culinary adventure where you'll learn to craft an exquisite seafood paella from scratch. Guided by native chefs, explore the vibrant Ruzafa market for fresh ingredients, savor delicious tapas, and enjoy a delightful meal paired with traditional Valencian wines and desserts. A unique cultural experience awaits!
3 Hours and 30 minutes Children from 0-3: Free
My First Paella will teach you how to cook a delicious seafood paella. A team of native cooks and assistants who will teach you how cook it in the most enjoyable and amusing way. We will try that you learn all the keys of the paella. We will meet at the door of San Valero Parish. We will go to the Ruzafa market together and we will make the purchase of the fresh products necessary to cook a good paella. While we are making the purchase we will tell you the origin of the paella and customs and culture of the Valencian people.
Later we will walk for 8 minutes to reach the kitchen where the chef will be waiting us with some delicious tapas accompanied by sangria, beer, water ... Then our chef will explain step by step the preparation of the paella and once finished we will sit down to taste it. We will accompany the paella with a Valencian tomato salad, Valencia wines, seasonal fruit, typical Valencian sponge cake, sweet wine and coffee.
Difficulty Level: Easy
*Mistela is a dry, very aromatic wine with a low alcohol content, ideal for desert.
Getting there early ensures fresh ingredients and a better market experience.
Wear clothes suitable for cooking and walking through a busy market.
Popular sessions fill up quickly; booking ahead guarantees your spot.
Don’t hesitate to try different tapas and wines offered during the workshop.
Paella originated in the Valencian countryside during the 19th century; it has since become Spain's national dish.
The market promotes local, sustainable seafood and seasonal produce to support regional farmers and fishers.
Appropriate for cooking and walking around market stalls.
Helpful for carrying ingredients or souvenirs from the market.
Protects your clothes while cooking.
Useful for taking notes on recipes and tips.