Malaga: Authentic Paella Cooking Class with Sangría

Costa del Sol, Malaga



Our Paella cooking class guides you through the art of combining fresh ingredients and aromatic spices to create Spain’s signature dish. Get ready to cook and indulge in your delicious creation!

Paella Cooking Class in Malaga’s SOHO District

This hands-on paella cooking class in Malaga suits food enthusiasts looking to learn authentic Spanish cuisine with a local chef.

Highlights

  • Interactive paella cooking session led by an expert local chef
  • State-of-the-art kitchen located in the artistic SOHO District
  • Extra virgin olive oil tasting
  • Homemade gazpacho or salmorejo, sangria, and regional wines included
  • Special gift: take home a Kulinarea apron

Description

The experience begins with a short walk to the Atarazanas Market on morning sessions from Monday to Saturday, where seasonal regional produce is explored. On Sundays, holidays*, and evening classes when the market is closed, the class starts directly in a spacious kitchen in the SOHO District, near the market.

Before cooking, enjoy a tasting of local extra virgin olive oil paired with traditional snacks. Then, guided by the chef, prepare a classic Spanish paella alongside homemade gazpacho. Once cooking is complete, toast your meal with a glass of regional wine.

This class offers an authentic insight into Malaga’s culinary traditions, combining learning with tasting.

*Holidays observed: 1/1, 6/1, 28/2, Thursday and Friday of Holy Week, 1/5, 15/8, 19/8, 8/9, 12/10, 1/11, 6/12, 8/12, 25/12

Includes

  • Visit to Atarazanas Food Market (morning tours only; closed evenings and on national holidays)
  • Hands-on paella cooking
  • Drinks: regional wines, beer, or soft drinks
  • Extra virgin olive oil tasting
  • Homemade gazpacho
  • Sangria
  • Kulinarea apron to take home
  • Instruction by an expert local chef

Excludes

  • Pick up
  • Drop off

Important Information

  • Please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance; same-day accommodations are not possible.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring an appetite and comfortable clothing suitable for cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

The class includes a hands-on paella cooking session, extra virgin olive oil tasting, homemade gazpacho or salmorejo, sangría, regional wines, and a Kulinarea apron to take home.
The class is held in a modern kitchen located in Malaga's artistic SOHO District.
An expert local chef guides the interactive paella cooking session in Malaga.
Morning sessions run Monday to Saturday; check the website for current schedules and availability.
Yes, the class is designed for food enthusiasts of all skill levels, including beginners.
Yes, morning sessions include a short walking tour to Malaga's Atarazanas Market to select fresh ingredients.
Please check directly with the provider to confirm if specific dietary needs can be accommodated.
The total duration is typically around 3 to 4 hours; check the website for exact times.
Yes, homemade sangría along with regional wines are included during the cooking class.
You will learn to prepare authentic Spanish paella as well as traditional dishes like gazpacho or salmorejo.

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