Seafood Paella Workshop by My First Paella in Valencia
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves standing and light movement in a kitchen environment.
Overview
Join native chefs in Valencia for a hands-on seafood paella workshop complete with tapas and a sangria session. Discover local flavors, culinary techniques, and the culture behind Spain’s signature dish.
Seafood Paella Workshop, Tapas and Sangria (Evening)
All ages - 3 Hours - Great for families!
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About This Adventure
Join "My First Paella" for an immersive culinary experience where you'll learn to create an exquisite seafood paella from scratch. Guided by native chefs, enjoy delicious tapas, a refreshing sangria workshop, and discover the rich culture of Valencia. Savor your creation alongside traditional dishes and delightful desserts.
This Paella recipe is more laborious and exquisite, needs a fish and vegetables previous broth, for its elaboration a sauté called ""salmorreta"" is prepared, before we add the seafood.
Duration
3 Hours Children from 0-3: Free
About
My First Paella will teach you how to cook an amazing 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 in the kitchen. We will welcome you with some delicious tapas and a refreshing sangria workshop. We will show you all the fresh market ingredients necessary to cook a seafood paella. While we are cooking we will tell you the origin of the paella and customs and culture of the Valencian people.
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
Included
- All ingredients to cook an authentic paella.
- Sangria, beer solft drinks, water, Valencian DO wine...
- Manchego cheese and ham welcome.
- Steamed mussels.
- Spanish omelette or spicy potatoes “patatas bravas”
- Olives
- Cazalla (aniseed brandy)
- Valencian salad with tomato.
- Dessert: seasonal fruit
- Coca de llanda (Typical Valencian sponge cake).
- Coffee and shot of mistela*.
*Mistela is a dry, very aromatic wine with a low alcohol content, ideal for desert.
Adventure Tips
Arrive hungry and open-minded
This workshop is as much about tasting and savoring as it is about cooking, so prepare to indulge.
Wear comfortable clothing
You’ll be standing and moving in a kitchen setting for around three hours—comfort is key.
Inform about dietary restrictions ahead
Seafood is central to this paella recipe, so communicate allergies or preferences before booking.
Book in advance for evening spots
Evening workshops fill quickly as locals and travelers seek authentic culinary experiences.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Local seabirds like the yellow-legged gull
- Mediterranean lizards commonly found in garden areas
History
Paella originated in the mid-19th century as a hearty meal for Valencian field workers, combining locally sourced ingredients from land and sea.
Conservation
Efforts in Valencia support sustainable seafood sourcing and protect regional agriculture, ensuring authentic ingredients remain abundant for future generations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable shoes
Standing and moving in the kitchen requires stable, comfortable footwear.
Light jacket or sweater
Evening temperatures in Valencia can dip, so layering is advisable.
fall|winter|spring specific
Notebook and pen
For jotting down recipes, cooking tips, and cultural notes during the workshop.
Camera or smartphone
Capture your culinary creations and memorable moments.