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Spanish Paella

Description

Travel to Valencia, Spain with this classic recipe for Paella. This quintessential Spanish dish is usually made on Sundays over an open fire. It’s a family celebration and sangria is always present! Learn how to make this simple recipe infused with saffron, smoky chorizo, shrimp, and aromatic vegetables in your own home in a matter of hours. Wow your friends at your next dinner party with this beautiful family-style dish!

No experience is required! We provide all the equipment and ingredients, which are easy to find at local markets if you do not already have them in your home kitchen. This class is designed to be just as fun for the cooking enthusiast who wants to be a part of every step as it is for the first-timer who is happier observing and assisting (or taste testing).

Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in, especially if you are part of a large group. BYOB is allowed.

To ensure the safety and enriching experience of all participants, we require children aged 14 to 17 be accompanied by a parent or guardian during our cooking classes. Classes are intended for adults 18+

What this class looks like

8 - 24

Group size

2 hours

Duration

Beginner

Class level

We provide

Equipment and ingredients

Tools

Any dietary restrictions

Vegetarian friendly

Nut free

Gluten free

Kosher friendly

Dairy free

Fish free

Egg free

Shellfish free

Vegan friendly

Meet your chef instructor

Former Modern Dancer and 'survivor of the 1960s' Fran retired from her job as a portfolio manager in 2011 to attend the Paris Le Cordon Bleu school. She completed her diploma in Cuisine in 2014 and has taught French and Spanish cooking to adults both in Australia and the United States.

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Where the class will be

Subterranean Coffee Boutique North Park

3764 30th Street, San Diego, CA. 92104

Subterranean Coffee Boutique is in the heart of North Park. Central San Diego, walking distance to a lot of other bars and eateries.

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Guest requirement

The nature of our classes are set up so that booking parties will work together during class, sharing both ingredients and equipment. BYOB Beer or Wine is allowed. To ensure the safety and enriching experience of all participants, we require children aged 14 to 17 be accompanied by a parent or guardian during our cooking classes. Classes are intended for adults 18+

Cancellation policy

Reschedule request have to be made at least 48 hours before the class for groups of less than 6 people and 14 days for groups of 6 people or more. Cancellations are not permitted and tickets are non-refundable.See terms and policy.

Reviews

Alec L.

I had a great time. This class ticked all the boxes: Fran was a great instructor, the food was delicious, the venue was fun, and Fran gave clear and easy to follow instructions. My Paella turned out great!

May, 27th, 2025

Melinda C.

Great and patient chef and instructor! We had a great time! Food was delicious. I can’t wait to make my own.

May, 25th, 2025

Helene R.

Feb, 28th, 2025

Linda G.

It was a lot of fun and even made new friends! Although I have made delicious paella in the past, I learned the traditional technique of making it which was very helpful, and the history of the dish was quite interesting.

Feb, 5th, 2025

Annamarie W.

Fran did a great job in providing instruction. She broke down the instructions into 3 or 4 parts which allowed people to cook in stages. I liked that she provided some history/story behind the dish that we were preparing. Can't wait to hear if she is going to do a Pasta Putanesca class! I also enjoyed the fact this dish is something I can actually prepare at home for friends/family and it is all done in ONE PAN!!! Everyone was super friendly. Fran provides aprons so you don't splatter on your clothes. Recipe provided for you take home and also made available electronically. Good fun!

Feb, 1st, 2025

João C.

May, 26th, 2025

Leilani V.

This was a lot of fun. I like how the cooking lesson was broken down into mini lessons for us to remember and go back to cook in phases. I liked the history lesson about paella’s origin

Apr, 27th, 2025

Ralph G.

It’s was a wonderful experience and the paella dish was amazing. Chef Frances was patient and explained each phase of the meal in detail. My wife and I are confident we can recreate the dish on our own with high expectation that it will be as good as the class. It was a nice setting and well executed. Many thanks to the chef.

Feb, 23rd, 2025

Becca U.

Such a great class and a fun experience all around!

Feb, 1st, 2025

Lourdes M.

So fun and engaging! The presenter was very knowledgeable. She was easiy to understand. Our group had a terrific time and we love to do it again

Feb, 1st, 2025

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$59

$84

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📍Subterranean Coffee Boutique North Park (3764 30th Street, San Diego, CA. 92104)

$59

$84

/ Person