Cooking Point, Madrid: Hours, Address, Cooking Point Reviews: 5/5
Cooking Point
Cooking Point
5
Monday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
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Learn how to cook paella and tapas in our hands-on, half-day cooking classes in English. Located downtown Madrid, it is designed for either individual travelers or groups that want to get immersed in the Spanish gastronomy culture.
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Neighborhood: Huertas
Also known as Barrio de las Letras, Huertas was once home to prominent literary figures, Miguel de Cervantes and Lope de Vega among them. The neighborhood is committed to celebrating its rich heritage: Calle Huertas itself is inlaid with quotes from celebrated authors, street names pay homage to them, and second-hand bookshops pervade. Huertas receives a fair amount of spillover from the center — side streets around Plaza Santa Ana take on a foreign party atmosphere at night, and you always see young backpackers navigating the streets — but as you descend into the neighborhood, everything becomes a little more cramped and slightly less refined, and takes on more of an underground feel. Live music is at the heart of Huertas: by night, its subdued bars are ideal for meeting friends, sipping cocktails, and chatting quietly while enjoying jazz or singer-songwriter performances.
How to get there
- Antón Martín • 2 min walk
- Lavapiés • 7 min walk
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1,059 within 6 miles

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Mercado de Anton Martin
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Calle de las Huertas
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Jen T
Philadelphia, PA14 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Theresa’s paella class was wonderful! We had a group of 4 adults + 3 children (5, 7 & 10), joined by another family with 3 teenage children. Theresa engaged each of the children and kept them focused on their tasks (an immense accomplishment), while sharing interesting facts about the area and tips on how to prepare the food at home. If you are lucky enough to take her class, find a way to get her singing earlier on - she also has a beautiful singing voice, and led us in a few sing-alongs. I would take her class again in a heartbeat. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Written January 5, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Lauren S
San Francisco, CA14 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We had an outstanding class with Eduardo cooking paella, crema Catalan and making sangria. It started with an extensive and informative market tour - Eduardo knows so much, not just about the food being sold (and what we bought) but also gave us background on markets in Madrid, fishing patterns and more.
We then went on to make a delicious meal - again learning a lot from Eduardo and having the chance to get to know him as well.
The space is beautifully put together for the class too. Highly recommend on a trip
to Madrid!
We then went on to make a delicious meal - again learning a lot from Eduardo and having the chance to get to know him as well.
The space is beautifully put together for the class too. Highly recommend on a trip
to Madrid!
Written January 3, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Miguelito2510
19 contributions
Nov 2021
I booked 2 classes.. Tapas on Tuesday and Paella Friday. Eduardo is an amazing chef and teacher. Recipes were easy to follow and he always made sure we also understand the context around Spanish food. I love cooking and eating and these experiences were two of my best culinary experiences of my life. Fun, safe, pragmatic.. I went alone as my wife could not travel with me but either alone or with your partner, this is a perfect way to feel and taste Spain like never before.. Gracias Edu!!!
Written November 12, 2021
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Wandering Wheatleys
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam976 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
We had such an enjoyable experience learning to cook paella with Cooking Point! We got to sip sangria while we got hands on instruction in a relaxed setting. I do really feel like I could go home and make this - it was soooo tasty and so fun to do! I would highly recommend this course!
Written January 19, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
AJ I
New York City, New York, USA42 contributions
Nov 2013 • Family
We wanted to try a cooking class in Spain, and after taking this class, could not recommend it more highly. Our experience was so good that I actually wanted to create a TripAdvisor account solely to review the class (unprompted).
We chose the tapas course, and made chorizo in cider, mussels in vinaigrette, tortilla espanola, patatas bravas, shrimp with garlic, and sangria. There were many "extras" offered free that made for a very pleasant surprise, including digestifs, dessert, and jamon. We were stuffed by the end of the class.
Instructions were very clear (in English), and both the owner and instructor shared the history behind individual dishes and warmly welcomed questions. Booking the course via email was a seamless experience, although we also saw visitors stopping by the school to book as well. You are given a set of recipes to take with you at the end -- I have already tried some out! Would definitely try the paella class if I were in Madrid again.
We chose the tapas course, and made chorizo in cider, mussels in vinaigrette, tortilla espanola, patatas bravas, shrimp with garlic, and sangria. There were many "extras" offered free that made for a very pleasant surprise, including digestifs, dessert, and jamon. We were stuffed by the end of the class.
Instructions were very clear (in English), and both the owner and instructor shared the history behind individual dishes and warmly welcomed questions. Booking the course via email was a seamless experience, although we also saw visitors stopping by the school to book as well. You are given a set of recipes to take with you at the end -- I have already tried some out! Would definitely try the paella class if I were in Madrid again.
Written November 25, 2013
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
LisaCallaghan
Tucson, AZ358 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
What a fun day! What a wonderful chef and teacher Teresa is. I absolutely loved going to the Mercado with her and watch her buy all the supplies for the day. She has a fantastic personality and included everyone. We left with all sorts of great cooking knowledge and stomachs filled with delicious paella!
Written February 8, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Jeanne O
Torrance, CA28 contributions
Sep 2019
The morning paella, sangria and gazpacho class was pretty amazing. Eduardo took us to the local market and educated our group of 12 on the various items purchased. The best part was watching the gentleman at the fish store clean the squid. Back in the classroom, we were treated to some sangria that had already been prepared as well as a taste of vermouth. Eduardo shared how "vermouth time" which is a specific time but most importantly it is a cultural thing and a way of getting together with friends. What a great tradition!
We made sangria (even though there was plenty there to drink already) as well as gazpacho and paella. Everything was delicious. I even remarked to another student that the paella we made was better than the paella I had in a Valencia restaurant (which is where paella originated).
This was a fun tour as I attended alone (my husband spent the day in meetings) and I was paired up with another student, which was great as she was an excellent cooking partner!
The only thing I wish I had known is that the amount of food is very substantial and had I known I would not have eaten breakfast but showed up with a big appetite.
Eduardo gave us a pamphlet with all the recipes and I've already made the paella twice since returning home. Of course it was delicious and my husband keeps asking me to make it. Definitely recommend this cooking school as everything was well organized, clean and fun!
We made sangria (even though there was plenty there to drink already) as well as gazpacho and paella. Everything was delicious. I even remarked to another student that the paella we made was better than the paella I had in a Valencia restaurant (which is where paella originated).
This was a fun tour as I attended alone (my husband spent the day in meetings) and I was paired up with another student, which was great as she was an excellent cooking partner!
The only thing I wish I had known is that the amount of food is very substantial and had I known I would not have eaten breakfast but showed up with a big appetite.
Eduardo gave us a pamphlet with all the recipes and I've already made the paella twice since returning home. Of course it was delicious and my husband keeps asking me to make it. Definitely recommend this cooking school as everything was well organized, clean and fun!
Written October 1, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
bmarie_01
San Francisco, CA18 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
My husband was "doubtful" at first but by the end we both agreed it was a four hours well spent. Christina was our guide cook-instructor. Our full class of couples and a family was instructed on the finer points of Spanish cuisine, starting with making our own sangria (stuck it in the fridge to marinate) while constructing gazpacho, potatoes brava, chorizo la sista (cider) and several other small plates. Pace was just right and easy to follow although you still have to think a little (always a good thing). A hard-earned meal that we ate together afterwards while communing with travelers from all over the world, que rico! Christina is awesome and we both highly recommend the experience. Will be serving our own guests back in the Midwest some tasty Spanish tapas.
Written August 31, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Patricia R
13 contributions
I took the paella class with Eduardo. I was by myself and was not paired with anybody else as there was an odd number of people in the group, but the group was very nice and we all interacted as we cooked. We visited the market, bought the ingredients and then cooked gazpacho, sangria and paella. Eduardo is fantastic, he provides a lot of information about the ingredients, the preparation and the link of the food to the Spanish culture. Extremely recommended if you want to do something different and fun while in Madrid.
Written August 7, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
nicolebcali408
San Jose, CA97 contributions
Jun 2019 • Solo
I walked to the cooking point from Puerta Sol. 15 minutes. Make sure you are hungry before this class!
All you can drink sangria and beer.
We made: Spanish omelette, Crema Catalana, garlic shrimp, sangria, potatoes with a sauce AND chorizo in a cider.
All of it is very yummy, enough for 2, way to much for me.
All you can drink sangria and beer.
We made: Spanish omelette, Crema Catalana, garlic shrimp, sangria, potatoes with a sauce AND chorizo in a cider.
All of it is very yummy, enough for 2, way to much for me.
Written June 28, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ref05
Mackay, Australia19 contributions
I am pescatarian, and gluten intolerant how do I indicate this when booking
aloha25
San Francisco, CA234 contributions
Hello. I’m not sure if I am too late in my response. I do think you could indicate your food preferences - and leave out certain ingredients. Most people in the class made their own small adjustments to the recipe. You eat what YOU prepare. It’s a hand’s in class.
Enjoy!
Explore636858
Madrid, Spain
Hi
I’m interested in a paella class. What time do the classes run? Anything available today?
Thanks,
Emma
cynbruce
Seattle, WA104 contributions
Not sure...but Eduardo is very accommodating. You will love it!!!
Jules
Huntington Station, NY16 contributions
Just wondering if there's a paella option for shellfish allergies with this particular class?
MujerDelMar
Isla de Vieques, Puerto Rico494 contributions
Should be an option. Let them know when you reserve. You work in pairs so maybe there is someone else who would prefer non seafood. Shopping at the market is done as a group prior to cooking so other ingredients are available.
nanyg9
114 contributions
Hola! Quisiera hacer el curso de Tapas. En qué consisten las 5 tapas que enseñan? Además, leí que también se enseña a hacer un postre. Cual es? Muchas gracias!
Hurzy
Edmonton, Canada13 contributions
What type of classes do you provide during the evening hours? Is it just the tapa class?
bg0714
Blue Bell, PA11 contributions
My family did the day class making sangria, gazpacho, and paella. Very, very enjoyable! (And that's from teenagers.) A highlight of our trip. Highly recommend that you fit it in. The evening class might be tapas, but easy to find out if you email directly.
dbcarswell
Atlanta, GA25 contributions
Do you offer cooking anything besides Paella?
Eduardo J
Madrid, Spain26 contributions
Hi there,
Yes, we do tapas class in the evenings (5:30-9:30pm). You prepare 5 traditional tapas + 1 traditional dessert + sangria.
Although all our classes are hands-on, this one is even more, because you have to prepare 7 preps
Bill D
Edmonton, Canada5 contributions
My wife is a celiac, so is it possible to tailor the paella or tapa recipes to be gluten free?
wjm718
Arlington, VA7 contributions
Agree with Alex G, he is very sensitive to people's allergies, eating habits, etc. The two other people in our class were vegetarian and they made completely vegetarian paella, no fish or chicken. So if he can accommodate making it gluten free, am sure he will! Call or email to ask and let him know, this is not a class to be missed!
Hola estoy interesada en recibir clases de cocina española, llego a Madrid el 20 de diciembre y estare hasta el 4 de enero ya que vivo en Arabia Saudita y quería aprovechar mi estancia allá para realizar algunas clases de cocina estarán disponibles, quisiera tomar algunos intensivos. Gracias
Eduardo J
Madrid, Spain26 contributions
Hola,
Tenemos 2 clases al día. De paella por la mañana y de tapas por la tarde. Puedes ver los detalles en nuestra web. Si estás interesadas, no dudes en registrarte cualqueir día (excepto 24, 25, 31 y 1)
Gracias,
eduardo
Kittycatlucy
Davenport, FL9 contributions
Hi we will be in Madrid on December 24 will you have a class that day? We are 2 people. Thank you
Eduardo J
Madrid, Spain26 contributions
Sorry, the school will be closed on December 24 and 25
Christine M
3 contributions
Hi, I am very interested in your class - we would be a group of four people. My daughter is 13 and a fairly experienced cook; we make paella and gazpacho at home quite often in San Francisco. We will be in Madrid August 6 - 9. Do you run your classes in August? And do you hold them in the evening, or only during the day? Thank You!
Eduardo J
Madrid, Spain26 contributions
Hi Christine,
Yes, we run classes Monday to Saturday, on paella in the morning and on tapas in the evening. Both classes are suitable for children. Please, check schedules and details in our website.
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