Chefcooking Paella from our Andalusian Grandmother at a Family Farm

About this tour

Learn to cook authentic Andalusian paella at a working family farm outside Estepona, led by María José, a Barcelona-trained chef with roots in the region. Over four hours, you'll master the traditional techniques grandmothers used, working with garden vegetables, seafood from local fishers, and foraged ingredients. The experience includes a full meal: appetisers, your paella, regional wines and house cocktails, and dessert. Vegetarian and allergen-free options available.

Highlights

• Cook paella from scratch with a professional chef guide
• Taste seafood sourced directly from local fishmongers and hunters
• Drink sangria made with orchard citrus and regional wine
• Learn the bartering traditions that shaped Andalusian cooking
• Eat family-style starters, mains, and dessert on the farm
• Work with seasonal produce straight from the kitchen garden

What to expect

You'll arrive at the farm and begin with hands-on paella preparation alongside María José, who walks you through ingredient selection and cooking technique. She shares stories of how Estepona's grandmothers sourced food through direct relationships with fishermen and farmers. The session moves at a relaxed pace—expect to chop, stir, and taste as you go. Once the paella finishes, you'll sit down to eat it alongside cold appetisers, local drinks (wine, sangria, house cocktails, or alcohol-free options), and a seasonal dessert. The whole experience centres on tasting rather than rushing.

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