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Earliest Date Available: October 27, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group size
Max 30 guests
Language
English, French, Spanish, German
Language
English, French, Spanish, German
US$59.47 per guest
Guest
Adult x1
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Earliest Date Available: October 27, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.
Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world
Why book with byFood?
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Discover the authentic flavours of Catalonia with chef Matthias Hespe in a private, hands-on cooking class in Girona. Unlike a standard cooking demonstration, this experience invites you to prepare traditional Catalan paella and delicious tapas yourself, learning practical techniques and the secrets of Mediterranean cuisine directly from an experienced chef.
Enjoy a personalised experience in a welcoming atmosphere, discover local and seasonal ingredients, and learn about Catalan food culture through its traditional recipes. The class is adapted to your cooking skills, making it an enjoyable experience for curious beginners and passionate food lovers alike.
More than just a cooking class, it is an opportunity to connect with Catalan culture through food and share a memorable gastronomic experience in Girona. Take home new culinary skills, authentic recipes and inspiration to bring the flavours of Catalonia to your own kitchen.
Perfect for couples, families and food lovers experience
Recipes to recreate the dishes at home
All ingredients needed to prepare traditional Catalan paella and tapas
Professional cooking guidance and techniques
Private hands-on cooking class with chef Matthias Hespe
Seasonal and local ingredients
Tasting of the dishes prepared during the class
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional food and drinks not specified in the inclusions
Personal expenses
Join chef Matthias Hespe at EspaiCuinarSa in Girona for a hands-on cooking class and discover the authentic flavours of Catalan cuisine.
Learn to prepare traditional Catalan paella with meat, seafood and seasonal vegetables, while discovering local ingredients and Mediterranean cooking techniques.
Prepare delicious Catalan tapas, including Spanish tortilla and *pa amb tomàquet* (bread rubbed with tomato). Matthias will share practical cooking tips and guide you through each step.
After cooking, sit down and enjoy your creations in a relaxed atmosphere, with selected wines and a traditional dessert inspired by Crema Catalana.
This is a participatory experience where you cook, learn and enjoy Catalan food culture.
A vegan rice option is available on request. Please inform us of any food allergies or intolerances in advance.
STARTER
Traditional Catalan Paella & Tapas Cooking Class
Catalan Tapas - Local ingredients
Pa amb tomàquet – Traditional Catalan bread with tomato and olive oil
Spanish tortilla – Potato and onion omelette
MAIN
Traditional Catalan Paella Cooking Class
Traditional Catalan paella-style rice with meat, seafood and seasonal vegetables
Vegan rice option available on request
DESSERT
Traditional Catalan custard dessert
Crema Catalana – Traditional Catalan custard dessert
MAIN
Drinks
Drinks
Local wine and water
Meeting Point
Carrer Universitat de Montpeller, Girona Catalunya, Spain, ES, 17003
Open in Google MapsEspaiCuinarSa
Carrer de la Universitat de Montpeller, 12, 2nd floor, door 1
17003 Girona, Spain
Please enter the building at number 12 and go up to the second floor. EspaiCuinarSa is located at door 1.
End Point
This experience ends at the meeting point.
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