⭐ Escape to the heart of Valencia without leaving Chicago in this interactive Spanish Paella cooking class. Master the iconic dish and discover the secrets behind its rich flavor and golden saffron glow!
Highlights
🥘 Step-by-step guidance on how to make traditional Spanish paella from scratch.
🌿 Learn the art of flavor balancing with authentic Spanish ingredients and spices.
🍤 Work with fresh seafood, seasonal vegetables, and classic saffron to bring the dish to life.
👨🍳 Ideal for home cooks of all levels — impress your guests with a new signature dish!
🍷 BYOB-friendly (21+): Bring your favorite wine, beer, or champagne to enjoy while you cook.
General Info
📅 Date: Choose your preferred date
🕒 Time: 2-hour class
📍 Location: Gateway To Learning, 4925 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
👤 Age Requirement: 18+ only. Guests 21+ may BYOB (beer, wine, or champagne only)
🍽️ Equipment & ingredients provided. Guests will share workstations within their booking party
🚗 Parking: Free parking lot available on the south side of the building (entrance side)
Description
Get ready to bring a taste of Spain to your kitchen as you learn to make authentic paella in this fun, hands-on class in Chicago. From building the flavor base to perfecting the saffron-infused rice and learning how to source top-quality ingredients, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to recreate this show-stopping dish at home. Whether you're an aspiring chef or just love a good culinary adventure, this class is the perfect way to spend an evening with friends, your partner, or your foodie crew. Sip your favorite drink, cook together, and take home new skills and delicious memories.
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