Cooking Class: Master Traditional Spanish Paella
Join Chef Baba for a lively, hands-on cooking class centered around Spain’s most iconic dish: paella.
In this session, you’ll make two versions: a hearty meat paella with chicken, chorizo and vegetables, and a fresh seafood paella with shrimp, mussels and calamari. Along the way, you’ll learn how to layer ingredients properly, work with saffron for rich color and flavor and achieve that perfect socarrat: the crispy, golden rice at the bottom of the pan. While everything cooks, enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere with a glass of wine and a few stories behind this classic communal dish. Come ready to cook, share and dig in.
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Meat Paella
With chicken, chorizo, vegetables, saffron and rice
Seafood Paella
With shrimp, mussels, calamari, saffron and rice
Classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that don't require specific skills or previous experience. Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 20
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- Restrictions Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
- LabelsCouples, Beginner, Fun, Spanish
Outside Reviews for Chef Baba - Delray Beach
Stephanie
02 Mar 2026
We have taken three classes now with Chef Baba and every time it gets better and better! We always have such a blast, learn so much and eat amazing food! Chef Baba creates such a warm, fun atmosphere, sharing stories, jokes, and super helpful cooking tips. Amazing value for a great price. There are a variety of classes available so you can learn something new every time. Always a great experience and perfect to do with friends or family! Would recommend Chef Baba to anyone in South Florida looking for a fun night out to remember :)
Kate
19 Jan 2026
Wow! What a wonderful time I had at Chef Baba's Lobster EXTRAVAGANZA🦞🦞🦞!!! 2 hours of wonderful cooking tips, Italian music, fun conversation and of course delicious food with Chef! Thank u thank you ! I look forward to my next class. -Natalie 💌 A 4 COURSE experience! 🦞Lobster Bisque 🦞Lobster Raveolli 🦞Lobster bruschetta 🦞Lobster Mac n cheese The lobster was everywhere! P.s: The Balsamic vinaigrette is delish!
Cameron
24 Dec 2025
I took a cooking class with Chef Baba and it was absolutely incredible! He’s a true character in the best way possible, acting out scenes from The Godfather, telling authentic stories, and filling the room with laughter and energy. We made bruschetta with his homemade wild berry balsamic, shrimp scampi, and a fra diavola with shrimp that had the perfect level of spice. Every dish was amazing, but the real highlight might have been his family’s homemade wine, which elevated the whole experience even further. We finished with his signature Baba dessert, a rich berry custard that was the perfect sweet ending. Chef Baba makes you feel like part of the family. You don’t just learn recipes; you share an evening of great food, great company, and genuine passion for Italian cooking. I can’t recommend it enough.
Event location: 5130 LINTON BLVD. Delray Beach, Delray Beach, Forida, 33484
Venue Type: cooking classes
Location is based on class date. Please select the date you plan to attend to see the correct location.
Chef Baba is an award-winning chef with dual culinary degrees and extensive international experience. His career spans acclaimed kitchens across Europe and leadership roles in popular restaurants in South Florida. With a passion for simple, fresh ingredients, he now focuses on teaching hands-on cooking classes. Chef Baba specializes in Italian and globally inspired cuisine, guiding students of all levels with an engaging, approachable style rooted in real-world expertise.
