City: Spain
Top Things to do in Spain
Countries
The 10 Best Lessons & Workshops in Spain, Spain
Coordinates: 40°N 4°W / 40°N 4°W / 40; -4
Restaurants in Spain
1. Escuela Carmen de las Cuevas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 151 reviews
Founded in 1984 as first Spanish School in Granada, Carmen de las Cuevas is the ideal place to learn Spanish and dive into the fascinating world of flamenco: the Spanish Language school is acknowledged by the Instituto Cervantes as well as a leading Flamenco Center. The school buidling is a charming maze of caves, staircases, terraces and rooms and located facing the Alhambra, in the quarter Albayzin declared by the UNESCO as a cultural heritage site, a historic neighbourhood in Granada widely recognised for its beauty, history, and architecture.
Reviewed By miguelhugo - Weymouth, United Kingdom
An impressive setting for a school high up in the Sacramonte area of the city with stunning views of the Alhambra. The staff are very professional and welcoming, teaching is to a high standard. I went for a month to have a go at learning Flamenco guitar, Jorge is probably one of the most patient teachers around! In addition the school arranges very informative walking trips around the city and weekly excursions further away. For the final week of my stay the school was "hit" by the imposition of tough measures to combat Covid 19. Although face-to-face lessons were suspended, the staff went to great lengths to provide online lessons via video link for the remaining students, so our learning was not seriously compromised. Well done Carmen de las Cuevas! I hope the situation improves soon so that you can continue to offer great classes in a relaxed and friendly environment,
2. Annie B's Spanish Kitchen
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 164 reviews
Welcome to my authentic Andalucian food culture! I am an authorised Travel Agent and qualified Sherry Educator, living in southern Spain for over 10 years. With a background catering, a love for food & wine travel and an incredible passion for Spain, I create culinary adventures across the southern tip of Andalucia and into northern Morocco for groups and singles from all over the world; From day cooking classes in my kitchen, visits to Sherry bodegas & vineyards to tapas tours & day trips to Tangier, I handpick and plan every detail for you based on your desires. My culinary holidays & cooking courses give you a unique insight into Spanish food with creative hands-on classes using delicious local ingredients and a large splash of Spanish wine & Sherry! Contact me to plan your Andalucian food adventure and join me to explore Vejer, Jerez, Cadiz, Seville and beyond
3. Taller Flamenco
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 110 reviews
Taller Flamenco is a learning centre for Flamenco and Spanish Language founded in 1994, in Seville. Taller Flamenco is the most experienced international school for flamenco. We offer a wide range of courses and services, such as tailored-courses for groups or individuals, from beginners to advance level either in dance, flamenco technique, guitar, percussion, singing, clapping accompaniment, and Spanish courses. From beginners till advanced, minimum one hour course.
Reviewed By heriperez
What can I say... words cannot describe what i feel for this place. Sevilla and Taller flamenco have gotten me closer to my roots. Where I really come from I thought it was Pueryo Rico but in reality I'm from the old world, now I'm not saying my heart is puerto rico my soul is andalucia. If you ever are traveling to Sevilla/ Triana please get in contact with this wonderful studio in Seville Taller Flamenco it's easy to sign up for classes very knowledgeable instructors and staff is versatile in languages and they are accomedating to your needs. Beginners through advance it's all here for you. I got the pleasure to work with Carmen and Felipe and both where amazing. Sooo much more to say but not enough time to. what I can say is after coming for 5 years in a row I still consider this to be the greatest place and friendly to take Flamenco classes. Hope you enjoyed as much as I did. Also they help you find the best shows in town. Sincerely Heriberto Taino Perez From Viva Dance Studio in Cleveland Ohio
4. Free your Mind
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 255 reviews
Learn to kitesurf and surf with us, with a lot of fun and being safe. One of the best kiteschools in Tarifa. Highest standards of teaching, safety and loads of fun are our mottos: you will get to know why so many people choose us as their travel & sports partner in Tarifa and around the world. We will adapt your classes and courses to your needs and capacities. Come as a stranger and leave as a friend!
5. Taronja School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 110 reviews
In 2004 Eva, Fernando and Maxi (childhood friends) decided to start a business that would be a reflection of themselves: A very professional school that would be, at the same time, very fun, happy and a little crazy. After several years, TARONJA has become their passion, their life and their own daughter. That’s the way you’ll feel here, as if you were at home, (or even better)!
Reviewed By Becky111
I am just back from a week in Valencia studying Spanish at Taronja School. This is a beautiful boutique school. The team at reception are helpful and I loved their speed in replying to emails - they are very good at that. Prior to my visit, as I was travelling solo, I asked questions about the school, the lessons, the type of classes and ages as I was looking for something suitable to over 30 y/o, the accommodation, additional dates and Valencia in general and they were always happy to answer at the speed of light! They are very good at that and it helps when you are in front of your computer, you are tryng to book a flight and you need a quick answer. The school Right in the middle of the city centre, great location, near bars, coffee shops, restaurants, metro, bus, taxis, everything really. The entrance is quite understated, the school is located at the first floor of a building. Every class is decorated differently and all have air-con whichis great at this time of the year, when the tempretaure in Valencia is above 32 degree celsius everyday. All the teachers I had this week were very nice (Isabel, Manu, Sonia), friendly, helpful and they really ensured that we learnt from this experience. The teaching is not based on any book, we were provided with a handout and additional pages during the week to cover the areas which we were going to explore during each lesson. All lessons are interactive with plenty of opportunity to ask 'preguntas' (questions). Internet is used in the school by the teachers to explain words or provide images and other digital tools are also used to write as a board (instead of the out of fashion board and marker). Classes are small, I was in a class of 9. I know that some of the people I met there were in classes of 6 so the classes are of a reasonable small size which is good and allows the teacher to provide full attention to all. Classes last 50 minutes each. You would usually have 2 teachers a day, one for the first two hours of 50 mins each and the second for the remaining 2 hours of 50 mins each. Oh yes, once you get to your class forget your language as all the teachers will speak to you in Spanish only, which is fine and correct in the approach as you are there to learn Spanish. However, if you are totally unable to understand a meaning of a word or a sentence they will try to tell you the equivalent in English or Italian or French to heelp you. You may have a T1 or T2 programme. T1 - Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning classes, Tuesday and Thursday afternoon class. T2 - the other way round. I had a T1. If you want to go to museums or go shopping it may be worth booking some additional days in Valencia so that you will have entire days to visit them as it is a little difficult when you have classes in the morning or the afternoon, you would just be rushing around and the majority of the museums close at 13:00 for the day or some reopen at 16:00 but only few of them. Weekly activities I did not participate in all the activities as some were aimed at the younger crowd (I'm not old, just in my early 30s but what may be fun for a 17/18 y/o may be less fun for a 30 y/o - however, it is always great to mix with all ages) but the ones I participated in were the following: Noche the tapas - Monday: A little bar not far from the school (can't remember the name) with seats outside-only. One drink included with your 'tapa' but you could not choose which tapas to go for as you were given what came from the kitchen so it was more about luck. I was fine as I am not allergic to any food but one of the girls in my group was allergic to dairy products and she got a ham and Cheese croquette which she could not eat...so I and the rest of the group helped her...what are friends for!!! Fiesta de bienvenida con paella - Tuesday This party for all newcomers was a great idea, a great opportunity to meet other students and the teachers, in a location near the beach. We all met in front of the school and then we all went to the metro, we all bought tickets and then we got to the other end and got the tram, then we walked a bit and got to the location of this bar. The idea per se is very nice but I think more can be done in relation to the place where the 'fiesta' takes place. The bar was just a little run down, the drinks were cheap but we all complained about the quality of them. The Sangria tasted bad, the white wine we wondered why it was sold with ice (?) and tasted bad anyway, a mojito was prepared from a mixer so forget mint leaves, brown sugar etc there was none of that so it didn't taste like a mojito but like something with a little bit of rum and the chupitos (shot) were of an unknown taste. The paella was nice, there was a meat and a vegetarian option. The music was ok, some was from the 90s (not a problem for those over 30 y/o!) but generally fine. I think Taronja should consider other options when organising this party in terms of the bar and the quality of the service provided by the bar. The idea of the party is great but the bar...'not so great'. Noche de Orchata and historia - Wednesday The Horchata is a typical Valencian drink made with chufas. It looks milky but it's not as it is made of a root (I think). It tastes nice, it is very sweet and it is supposed to be had with fartons which to me are like sweet light bread, to be dipped in the Horchata. We all met in front of the school with Vito (he is a cool man!) and walked to Mercado de Colon to taste the Horchata, oh, yes, with a little bit of history of some buildings in between. There are several bars were you can have the Horchata in the Mercado so we did not all have to be in the same location. I think we sat in 'Daniel', it was ok. There were other activities organised by Taronja during the remaining days but I and some others opted out and did our own thing! 30Hood - group for 30+ y/o - great concept and a WhatsApp group was created for 30hood to share ideas, activities etc. However, may be Taronja could consider putting together some activities which may be suitable for those in their 30s? Just a thought... Accommodation I booked a single room with the school. Taronja provided all the details, map etc of the school, very good service. I had to pick up the keys from a specific location, a beautiful yellow building nowhere near a metro station so you could either come out of Angel Aguillera metro and walk to the building (about 15 minutes walk) or get the taxi service provided by the school at 55 euros or also get a taxi from the aiport which should cost about 25, 26 euros. When I got to the building I was given the keys for the house and my room and some bedsheets. I was based in Ruzafa. I waited for a taxi which took me to Ruzafa and costed just over 6 euros. My room was beautiful, large, massive window, double bed, a wordrobe, a sofa a big table for at least 4 people, 4 chairs, 2 side tables and lamps. The only issue was the lack of a fan. Valencia is extremely warm in this period and I believe that fans should be provided. Although the room was big the heat made nights and even the the day uncomfortable. A fan or air con should be provided. My room was quite big but I had a look at that of my other flat-mate/student, I think it was half the size of mine and not very spacious, there was also another room which was an inbetween size. I think I was lucky with the room but I guess what you get may depend on availability. The apartment had 5 rooms but only 3 were in use, there was no leaving room which was a shame as we had to stand in the corridor to have a chat. The kitchen was very small and would have been impractical if all rooms were taken and all were using the kitchen at once. Luckily it never happened! The apartment had 2 bathrooms which was quite good and we never queued. However, one of the locks in one of the batrooms didn't work so you had to ensure that you made people aware that you were in there - not an issue though...although may be it is best if this is repaired. Ruzafa is a very nice area for bars, restaurants and there is a nice covered market, Mercado De Ruzafa where you can buy fruit, veg, meat and fish. It is smaller than the central market and there is no sit down bar/restaurant inside of the one in Ruzafa but it is equally good. The apartment was at a 15 minutes walk to the school, the distance was ok or you could take a bus, line 7, to Xativa which is 1 minute away from the school and the center of Valencia or 2 minutes from Placa de Ayuntamento. All in a all a great school and I had a great time!!! The teachers are great and the staff at reception are lovely and helpful.
6. Cuina Canela Fina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 127 reviews
Canela Fina is an authentic family style kitchen located in Barcelona’s Gothic district. Canela Fina offers cooking classes in Barcelona. It offers a variety of food related services and it is managed by Anna and Nuria, who love gastronomy and love to make people feel like home. Anna is a terrific Catalan cook, runs home-style cooking classes in which she teaches private groups how to cook classic Spanish and Catalan recipes. After the classes, you will enjoy what you have cooked in a private dining room with wine included. Canela Fina is flexible to offering other types of services: private parties, wine tasting, team-building activities, etc. Classes are in Catalan, Spanish or English.
Reviewed By robertnZ6579KY
When in Barcelona, you absolutely must take the time to have the art of tapas making taught to you by Anna and her daughter Nuria. We could not be more pleased by their warmth and knowledge of Catalan cuisine. You will come away from the class with a better understanding of Spanish cooking, improved cooking skills and a full stomach from the meal you just cooked and ate. This is a must try experience!
7. Artcava
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 252 reviews
What? You haven´t heard of Artcava? Ok, so we may not be the most well known winery in the world, nor did we hire an internationally famous architect to design a mind-boggling modernist building. Our cava has never won prizes and most people have never even heard of us. We like to say we are the best kept secret in the Penedes region. So you are probably wondering what Artcava is. We are a small, charming winery located in one of the most important wine regions in Europe, The Penedes ( a mere 40 minutes from Barcelona). We make a modest 15,000 bottles of quality artisan cava a year with our own hands, adding nothing, no chemicals, no funny business, only love. Who are we and how did we begin? We are three partners here at Artcava: Eric, the winemaker and wine taster; Ignasi, the one who looks after the business side of things (someone has to), both are in their early thirties; and Ramon, the foodie, a bit more than early thirties ( we call him the Gran Reserve).
Reviewed By clarep795
Thank you for a great experience and finally understanding the different types of cava. Ramon was a great guide and we also enjoyed meeting LM aka Last Monkey ???? very easy to reach by train from central Barcelona. Really felt like I was somewhere special.
8. Flamenco Sara Martin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 175 reviews
Private beginner flamenco lessons for groups in the most emblematic Flamenco Center in Madrid. A place where the most famous flamenco dancers have learnt. The best way to feel flamenco is to dance to it! Personalized attention. English, Portuguese and Spanish is spoken.
Reviewed By HeatherSeaton
There were 8 of us for a friends 30th birthday and it was so fun! Carmen was so lovely would highly recommend
9. La Patente
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 681 reviews
La Patente is the new cooking school in Barcelona. We host participative workshops and short experiences about cooking, gastronomy and everything related to spend a nice time around a table. We love to create gatherings on our cozy and nice venue and make our guests feel at home when cooking and drinking on our kitchen. Our handcrafted experiences stand for authenticity and originality.
10. Sabores Taller de Cocina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 126 reviews
Sabores is a cooking school located in Barcelona created for learning all kinds of specialized courses for amateur food lovers hand in hand with a wide range of professionals who will teach you a simple way to use the many resources offers the kitchen so that you can implement in your daily life .Where are courses in Japanese sushi cuisine ,tapas and snacks design, paellas cooking workshop.
Reviewed By 260aresa
We did the creative tapas workshop with Hector. He is a great teacher, his passion for the cuisine is contagious. We really enjoyed it!
