This was our first ever paella cooking class, and what better place to experience it than Valencia,…read moreSpain, the birthplace of paella! A friend recommended this class to us, and my wife and I are so glad we decided to go. It ended up being one of the highlights of our time in Valencia.
Our instructor was absolutely awesome! She was energetic, interactive, incredibly welcoming, and very detailed in teaching us how to prepare a proper paella from scratch. She didn't just show us what to do. She brought everyone into the experience and somehow made a group of strangers feel like friends by the end of the evening.
And they definitely kept us well taken care of! There was always a full pitcher of delicious homemade sangria, prepared right in front of us, along with water, coffee, wine, and plenty to enjoy throughout the experience. Of course, the reward at the end was sitting down and eating the delicious paella that we had just made ourselves!
But what made this experience truly special were the people. We met three other travelers from different parts of the world, including the Netherlands and London. One person was even traveling alone. By the time we sat down together to enjoy our paella, wine, and sangria, everyone was laughing, talking, sharing stories, and enjoying each other's company. It was a beautiful experience.
I would highly recommend this class to anyone visiting Valencia, whether you're a couple, traveling with friends, or traveling solo. You come here thinking you're going to learn how to make an authentic paella, and you absolutely do. But you may also walk away having met some wonderful people from around the world.
Great food, endless sangria and wine, an amazing instructor, and even better company. Five stars and highly recommended!