Cooking Classes in Madrid: Bake, Braise, & Broil Like a Local

You’ve fallen in love with Spanish cuisine over the course of your trip—now learn to recreate your favorite foods at home!

Whether you search for a cooking class Madrid locals swear by, a relaxed Madrid cooking class after sundown, or one of the many hands-on cooking classes Madrid offers every day, it’s easy to find an experience that fits any taste, schedule, and budget. Once you’re back home, you’ll be able to wow your guests as you whip up Spain’s most famous delicacies from scratch.

Below you’ll find some spectacular options—ranging from a quick tapas making class to a full market-to-table class—to get you started on your culinary journey.

Devour Tour’s Cooking Class with Market Visit

Our Spanish Cooking Class & Market Visit in Madrid is perfect if you want to discover the secrets of Spanish food, whip up a multi-course meal inside an exquisite private kitchen, and gain the skills to recreate classic Spanish staples again and again. It’s a true 360° view into Spanish cuisine.

Why you’ll love it

• Our Spanish cooking workshop begins with a guided stroll through a traditional market, giving you a 360° view of local ingredients and food culture.

• In the kitchen, your chef will walk you through a classic paella lesson, teach you to prepare two quintessential tapas, and finish with a seasonal dessert.

• The experience doubles as an evening Madrid cooking experience on select days, so you can swap dinner out for dinner you’ve made yourself.

Location: Plazuela Antón Martín

Time to get hands-on! In our cooking class, you’ll learn how to make gildas, gazpacho, tortilla, and seasonal dishes with the guidance of an expert chef.

A Taste of Spain

A Taste of Spain‘s private cooking classes are led by an expert, English-speaking instructor from Madrid with more than 20 years of culinary experience. After visiting a local market to buy seasonal ingredients for your food, you’ll head to a private, professional kitchen and prepare an entire Spanish menu from scratch! Finally, you’ll sit down to lunch and enjoy the fruits of your labor accompanied by delicious Spanish wine.

Location: Near Metro Ópera

Gourmet Madrid Spanish Cooking Class

Learn to prepare traditional Spanish recipes with your expert chef instructor’s personal touch. At Gourmet Madrid, your small group will first visit an authentic market to pick up the ingredients. Then it’s time to cook! The cooking school’s unique location inside the market provides the perfect atmosphere for learning to cook like a local. You’ll cook four traditional dishes, which can range from popular paella and tortilla de patatas to lesser-known local delicacies. And of course, you’ll get to enjoy the food you’ve made afterwards!

Address: Mercado de Torrijos (Calle del General Díaz Porlier, 8)

Cooking Point

Whether you’re a total cooking newbie or you already know your way around a kitchen, Cooking Point offers delicious cooking classes in Madrid. These fun, memorable classes are a great introduction to Spain’s rich, vibrant cuisine. Choose from a variety of experiences, such as a paella cooking class or a tapas cooking class. The hands-on classes are also family friendly. 

Address: Calle de Moratín, 11 

A Punto/Cook Madrid

Perfect for budding chefs and bookworms alike, what makes A Punto (known as Cook Madrid in English) stand out is its unique location in a bookstore! After your class, be sure to spend some time browsing the incredible selection of cookbooks. They offer a variety of cooking classes in Madrid, but for the most complete experience, consider the tapas class. They also offer courses to help you master everything from perfect vegetable cutting to the art of Japanese sushi.

Address: Calle Farmacia 6

Madrid Cooking Class FAQ 

What dishes will I learn to cook in a Madrid Cooking class?

Most classes teach a full Spanish menu: a traditional paella, two or three classic tapas such as tortilla de patatas and gazpacho, and a seasonal dessert. Some workshops also cover regional extras like gildas or crema catalana and can tailor recipes on request.

Do I need prior cooking experience?

No. Madrid cooking classes are designed for all levels, from complete beginners to confident home cooks. Chefs demonstrate every step and guide you hands-on, so you’ll keep up easily even if you’ve never held a chef’s knife before.

Are vegetarian or vegan options available?

Yes. Nearly every school can substitute seafood or meat with fresh produce and legumes, and some offer fully vegetarian or vegan sessions. Just mention your preference when booking.

What is included in the price?

All ingredients, use of the professional kitchen, step-by-step instruction, printed or digital recipes to take home, and a full meal with wine, beer, or soft drinks. Some venues also include an apron or small gift.

Are classes kid-friendly?

Most schools welcome children aged 8–12 when accompanied by an adult, and some offer special family sessions with simplified tasks and non-alcoholic drinks. Check age policies when reserving.

Is English spoken by the chef instructors?

Yes. Instructors are bilingual or fluent in English and deliver the entire lesson in English unless the group requests Spanish.

What should I wear or bring to the class?

Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and skip dangling jewelry. Aprons and all equipment are provided; just bring a reusable water bottle and any allergy details the chef should know.

This article was updated on April 24, 2025

Ready to master the art of authentic paella? Join our Spanish Cooking Class & Market Visit in Madrid to gain the skills—and the recipe—to recreate this beloved dish again and again.