MADRID
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The 15 most popular workshops in Madrid right now. The ones worth building a day around, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book it through.
Madrid paella and sangria workshop in the city center: 3-hour hands-on class, unlimited sangria, paella meal, and take-home recipes. $69.
Most Popular“Great experience; very good balance between socializing and enjoying the food. I would definitely recommend if you’re in Madrid!”
Hands-on paella cooking class in Madrid with bottomless Spanish wine pairing, cava welcome, and a communal 5-course tasting meal.
“A terrific experience!! Atmosphere, food, facilitators, music, opportunity to meet people, learning how to make paella! 100%!”
Hands-on paella with bottomless sangria in central Madrid. Small group, English-led class, and recipes to recreate at home.
“It was a great experience! Although I’ve made Paella many times I still learned some great tips! I’d recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy with friends or by themselves!”
Hands-on paella or tapas cooking class in Madrid with market shopping, sangria, and take-home recipes in 4 hours for $100.
“This was such a fun class!!! The instructor was fabulous, the kitchen classroom was well appointed with equipment for everyone to use. The instructions given were clear and it was an accessible class for a novice cook like myself but lots of fun and learning for an experienced cook like my wife who went to…”
Learn to cook Spanish sangria and paella in Madrid with seafood, chicken, or vegan options, plus lunch, recipes, and liquor shots.
“Very nice and thorough! We were lucky as we were the only ones there due to low season. Pedro did a great job.”
Cook 10 regional tapas in Madrid with a chef, then eat your work with sangría. Small groups, recipes, and an apron included.
“Absolutely amazing, Gustavo was an excellent chef and teacher! Would definitely do it again :)”
Cook up to 10 tapas with a pro chef in central Madrid, then eat your creations with sangria and wine in a small group.
“So fun! Gus was engaging and taught us a lot! The class was so fun and delicious! Everything was organized and very well prepared.”
Hands-on paella and sangria workshop in central Madrid. Cook your chosen paella, learn the blend, then eat tapas and desserts.
“The whole experiences from the start to finish was simply amazing. The atmosphere was fantastic and food was incredible.”
Learn flamenco in Madrid with a pro teacher. A 45–90 minute private master class on legwork, hips, and rhythm clapping.
“Merci à Grégoire pour son accueil et à Gema pour son cours juste parfait nous avons dansé, rigolé, la future mariée a adoré et c’est tout ce qui compte”
Hands-on tapas and paella cooking with Chef Lola in Madrid. Unlimited drinks, wine pairing, and take-home recipes.
“This class was a really good way to know some of the many food cultures of Spain, Chef Lola was so knowledgeable and was clear in her instructions given to us for meal prep. The food that we made were simple to make yet looked sophisticated and tasted so good. Thanks Lola for the amazing…”
Leathercraft in Madrid’s Rastro: make a real Spanish cowhide bag or wallet in 3 hours with English help, wine, and medieval tools.
“This was a fun and unique experience. Miguel is an incredible artist with leather and provides patient and individualized instruction. We left with a beautiful finished product and a sense of accomplishment. I would recommend this to anyone! So much fun!!”
A 3.5-hour Madrid class that starts at a historic market, then cooks paella and tapas with sweet vermouth and crema catalana.
“Loved the variety of food and the detailed cooking instructions with the PDF cookbook. Thank you!!”
Madrid San Miguel gin and tonic workshop: taste 3 Spanish gins with tapas, learn mixing tips in 1 hour near Plaza Mayor.
“+: Le gin était excellent (même trop dosé haha), on n’aimait pas les crevettes donc ils ont vite remplacé par autre chose -: Par contre peu de tapas pour 2 et nous avions réservé en anglais mais la personne ne parlait pas très bien anglais…, il n’y avait personne d’autre dans le resto donc pas…”
A 2-hour Madrid Sip&Paint workshop with bilingual guidance, acrylic painting for beginners, unlimited wine or drinks, and local tapas.
“Miguel is a wonderful artist who welcomes you with all his sincerity and warmth, and you leave feeling very satisfied. I absolutely recommend this activity 100%. I must mention that his colleague is just as sweet and kind as he is, and they create a friendly atmosphere. 🥰”
Paint a neon or themed picture with acrylics, sip best Spanish wine, and take home your canvas in a relaxed Madrid studio session.
“This was an excellent activity! Such fun - great hosts. Even though we do not speak a word of Spanish this was so inclusive. We loved it! What a fab day”
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