Small Group Cooking Class in Valencia

Pamper your palate during this delicious tour in Valencia, Spain, with our exclusive tour escorted by local Chef Jose. A native Valencian with over ten years of culinary mastery honed in Michelin-starred restaurants across London and Valencia, Chef Jose is eager to expose the rich culinary traditions of his beloved hometown.

Master the art of balancing wine and fresh fruit as you concoct the perfect refreshment, a glass of tangy sangria. Pair your drink with a tantalizing pinxto like gilda, a delightful blend of briny olives, pickled peppers, and anchovies. Discover the methods of making a robust Valencian paella and a few appetizing tapas, like pan tumaca (grilled bread topped with delicious Iberico ham and tomatoes), pan con sardinas (grilled bread topped with flavorful smoked sardines), or coca dacsa with cream cheese.

Chef Jose proudly introduces the tapestry of flavors that come alive in his favorite ingredient, rice, brought to Valencia centuries ago by the Arabs. Become versed in crafting a main dish like rice paired with lush duck confit and mushrooms or a classic Valencian paella, brimming with short-grain rice, chicken, and robust vegetables.

End your culinary experience on a sweet note, with a melt-in-your-mouth horchata de chufa mousse, a Valencian dessert made from tiger nuts and crowned with Valencian brioche.

Beginning at 11 AM at the chef's home in the heart of Valencia, this immersive excursion is scheduled for a delightful three hours. From 11-2 pm, you'll create a Valencian feast alongside Chef Jose. The festivities culminate from 2-3 pm as you relish in the meal you've helped craft. This unique tour offers a delightful blend of food, culture, and fun, making it a must-do for food enthusiasts visiting the vibrant port of Valencia.