The Spanish Kitchen: Paella Valenciana

Schedule

Fri Jan 30 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Central Market Houston | Houston, TX

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Hands on. You will be cooking with a small team in this class.
About this Event

Age Restrictions

For ages 18 & up



Description

Broaden your repertoire by learning to make an iconic Spanish rice dish filled with chicken, duck or rabbit, beans, artichokes, tomatoes, herbs and spices. As you and your teammates produce this traditional dish that is perfect for feeding the family or casual entertaining, you'll pick up tips on creating a flavorful base - the soffritto - and discover the secret to forming the socarrat or crunchy rice that develops on the bottom of the pan. While the paella simmers, you'll make and enjoy a a tasty dip and perfect your skills at making caramel and a unique flan.

For ages 18 & up. 21 or older? You'll enjoy a glass of Spanish wine with your meal.



Menu
  • Paella Valenciana (Paella with Chicken, Duck or Rabbit, a variety of Vegetables, Herbs & Spices)

  • Soffritto (Slowly Cooked Onions & Tomato Sauce)

  • Eggplant & Bell Pepper Dip

  • Flan de Naranja (Orange Caramel Creams)


Safety & Precautions

  • At check-in, you will be asked to sign a waiver before entering the Cooking School.

  • For that reason, we ask that all attendees arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the confirmed start time of the class.



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Where is it happening?

Central Market Houston, 3815 Westheimer Road, Houston, United States

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USD 95.11

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