Cooking Class: Make Authentic Paella in Madrid With Chef Alex
Explore Madrid in a unique way through a hands-on cooking class led by a local expert.
Chef Alex, a renowned local chef, will teach you how to make authentic paella and more from scratch.
Begin the class by crushing tomatoes for a tasty gazpacho to start the feast. Next, you'll learn the secrets to making decadent paella. Master the technique for making the perfect fluffy Bomba rice seasoned with saffron. Then, add savory meats, fresh seafood and crisp vegetables to make three flavors of paella. Make a crisp bread piled high with squid to make bocata de calamares. Finish the meal on a sweet note with a crema Catalana mousse, a creamy custard topped with caramelized sugar for dessert.
The recipes and techniques you learn will be your favorite souvenir from Madrid you take back home!
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Gazpacho Cold Soup
With tomatoes
Paella With Meat, Seafood and Vegetables
With Spanish olive oil, Bomba rice and saffron
Bocata de Calamares
With squid and bread
Crema Catalana Mousse
With custard and caramelized sugar
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 24
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsGroup, Adult, Beginner, Fun, Spanish
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Alex
Silvia
08 Nov 2024
Chef Alex's knowledge and experience is evident and his passion for food and his enthusiasm were contagious. Great fun!
Event location: Madrid
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Chef Alex, born in Mexico and raised in Canada, grew up immersed in diverse cultural influences. He later honed his craft through formal culinary training in Spain. With experience ranging from casual dining to working at Norma, one of the world's top restaurants, Chef Alex has built an impressive career across various dining settings. Now an entrepreneur, he owns and hosts a renowned cooking school in Madrid, sharing his passion for food and culinary expertise.
