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PRIVATE Valencia Paella & Tapas Cooking Class in Chef Jose’s Home

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Valencia, Spain
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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

You will be warmly welcomed by your host Jose, a passionate Valencian chef trained at Michelin-starred restaurants. Next, enter Jose's kitchen where you will learn to make a refreshing sangria. Your private Valencian cooking class involves learning to cook 3-4 dishes from scratch. You will prepare tapas, paella, and dessert.

Enjoy learning about Jose's secret tips and techniques involved in Valencian cooking before you sit down at the table to share the meal together over delightful conversation! Leave with traditional recipes and memories that last a lifetime!

Please note:
For groups of 2-3, please book a lunch time experience, as dinner time experiences are available for groups of 4+.

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages Sangria or Agua de Valencia
  • Authentic, home cooked Valencian meal
  • Cook authentic Valencian food in the home of a Michelin-trained local chef
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Carrer de Guillem de Castro
118, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain

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What To Expect

Step into Chef Jose’s home for a private hands-on Valencian cooking class and discover the flavors and traditions of his native cuisine. Trained in Michelin-starred restaurants, Jose will guide you in preparing traditional tapas, a Valencian main course, and dessert before you sit down together to enjoy your homemade meal and experience authentic Valencian hospitality.

Meet Jose at IVAM and get a guided tour of the neighborhood as you walk 10 minutes to his home. Begin by learning an innovative molecular gastronomy technique followed by crafting a unique and refreshing sangria. Next, delve into the world of rice and paella, learning the secrets and tricks that will help you master paella at home. While your paella cooks, learn to make two tapas from scratch. After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare with Jose at the dining table. Your meal concludes with a creamy mousse for dessert as well as cremaet, considered a Valencian must-try for coffee lovers! Leave with delicious memories and personal recipe book created by Jose with a selection of paellas, tapas, and typical drinks from Valencia and Spain.

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Host's home is a second floor walk-up

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Valencia Paella & Tapas Cooking Class in Chef Jose’s Home?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Alcoholic beveragesSangria or Agua de Valencia
  • Authentic, home cooked Valencian meal
  • Cook authentic Valencian food in the home of a Michelin-trained local chef
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Host's home is a second floor walk-up
  • For groups of 2-3, please book a lunch time experience, as dinner time experiences are available for groups of 4+.

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