About this tour
Learn to cook paella over charcoal on a Barcelona penthouse terrace whilst taking in city views. This three-hour session teaches traditional Spanish technique—from selecting rice to managing the fire—with a chef guiding you through each step. You'll eat what you've made, paired with cava and your choice of wine, beer or soft drinks. Works for solo diners, couples, families and groups after you've finished cooking together.
Highlights
- Cook paella over live charcoal on a high-rise terrace
- Barcelona skyline views whilst you work
- Traditional method tuition from a practising chef
- Eat your own paella with included cava and drinks
- Suitable for families, singles and larger groups
- Three hours start to finish
What to expect
You'll arrive at the terrace and receive a glass of cava as welcome. The chef demonstrates the paella process—stock temperature, rice absorption, charcoal heat management—then guides you through building your own dish. Expect to get involved rather than watch; you're handling the pan and making real decisions about flavour and timing. Once the rice is cooked through and the socarrat (crispy base) forms, you'll eat together on the terrace. The whole thing unfolds over three hours at a working pace, not rushed.
Good to know
Wear clothes you don't mind charcoal dust on. Bring your own wine if you prefer, though a corkage fee applies. The terrace is accessible via public transport. Children and infants welcome; small ones can stay in prams or sit on laps.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.