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

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About this activity

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+.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Traveling Spoon

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Authentic, home cooked Valencian meal
Included: Cook authentic Valencian food in the home of a Michelin-trained local chef
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Sangria or Agua de Valencia

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

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.

Stop 1

Sangria · Tapas (choice of 2 out of 4): — Galician-style octopus, Iberian ham and tomato toast (pan tumaca), Salmorejo with tuna, corn toast with smoked sardines, cream cheese, and basil · Paella — Traditional Valencian paella, arroz del senyoret (seafood paella), vegetarian paella (seasonal vegetables) or duck, mushroom, and asparagus paella · Chufa de Horchata Mousse — A delightful mousse made from tiger nuts and topped with a Valencian pastry · Cremaet, Valencian style rum and cinnamon infused coffee

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your host, Jose, at the entrance of the IVAM (Institut Valencià d'Art Modern, Address: C/ Guillem de Castro, 118, Valencia).

End point

Meet your host, Jose, at the entrance of the IVAM (Institut Valencià d'Art Modern, Address: C/ Guillem de Castro, 118, Valencia).

Using your ticket

Host Name: Jose Rodríguez

Host Phone: +34 655 348 856

Host Email: [email protected]

Address: Art Modern Institute Museum of Valencia, Carrer de Guillem de Castro, 118

Meeting Instructions: Meet your host, Jose, at the entrance of the IVAM (Institut Valencià d'Art Modern, Address: C/ Guillem de Castro, 118, Valencia). As you walk a few minutes to his home, enjoy stories about the history of Valencia and the Turia River. Please note, Jose’s home is a second-floor walk-up. Here is the Google Maps link to the meeting location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jp3bzdni35Wsp8vF8

Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at [email protected] if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above.

We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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+.

Options

Cooking + Lunch

Lunch + alcohol: Traditional Valencian cooking class and lunch (including alcohol) with your host Jose
Cooking + Dinner

Dinner + alcohol: Traditional Valenican cooking class and lunch (including alcohol) with your host Jose