Taste of Spain: Interactive Tapas Workshop and Jamón Tasting in Madrid
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all experience levels with an interest in cooking.
Overview
Discover the flavors of Spain in Madrid with a hands-on tapas workshop and Jamón Ibérico tasting. Learn to cook traditional tapas and enjoy a seven-course feast paired with top Spanish wines.
Taste of Spain Tapas Workshop + Jamon and olive oil tasting
All Ages • 3.5 hours • Learn to cook tapas like a local!
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About This Adventure
Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain in a hands-on tapas workshop! Begin with a guided tasting of Jamón Ibérico and premium olive oils, then dive into preparing five traditional tapas. Enjoy a communal dining experience featuring your creations, a main dish, desserts, and bottomless Spanish wines for a truly memorable culinary adventure.
Learn about our most iconic recipes!
Duration
3 Hours
About
Join us in Madrid's funniest and trendiest cooking class where we emphasize the importance of the social aspect of cooking, eating, and drinking! Our professional chef turned professor will guide you step by step through some of Spain's most iconic tapas recipes that will leave your mouth watering. You will be welcomed with a glass Cava and be shown your way to your personalized cooking stations where you will work in pairs and have all the necessary ingredients and equipment to make 4 traditional Spanish tapas!
The cooking class portion of this experience allows you to dig deep into 4 traditional tapas and has been created for you to be able to actively participate in a very hands-on and dynamic workshop! Take advantage of our chef's knowledge and ask as many questions as you want because your chef is also your host and has the purpose of making you and all the other guests feel at home, and of course to keep your wine glasses full!
Once you have created your tapas, you and the other guests will be invited into our private dining room, where all the guests will sit together at our communal table. You will not only eat the tapas made by you, but also 1 main dish and 2 desserts made by the chef, making this experience a 6-course tasting menu that is paired with our bottomless wine pairing of 5 different Spanish wines!
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Wine Tasting
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to enjoy the full guided Jamón and olive oil tasting before the workshop begins.
Inform About Allergies
Notify the organizers in advance if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions to ensure a smooth experience.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as you’ll be standing while cooking in the kitchen workshop environment.
Bring Appetite and Curiosity
Come prepared to taste, learn, and enjoy a communal dining experience with other guests after cooking.
Local Insights
Wildlife
History
Madrid is Spain’s capital since the 16th century and has a deep heritage in culinary traditions, especially the production of Jamón Ibérico.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes local, high-quality ingredients sourced sustainably to support traditional Spanish producers and reduce environmental impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Notebook and Pen
Useful for jotting down recipes and cooking tips from the chefs.
Comfortable Shoes
Essential for standing comfortably during the cooking session.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture moments from the workshop and the beautifully presented dishes.
Appetite
A big appetite is key to fully enjoying the tasting and dining experience.