Cooking Class: Perfect Spanish Paella
In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Charles will show you how to bring this Spanish classic to life step by step.
You’ll build a flavorful chicken and chorizo paella from scratch, learning how to layer ingredients, cook the rice just right and get that golden, crispy bottom everyone fights over. Along the way, you’ll whip up pan con tomate with crusty bread, garlic, olive oil and ripe tomatoes, then finish things off with a creamy crema Catalana for dessert. Sign up now!
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Pan con Tomate
With rustic bread, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and sea salt
Chicken and Chorizo Paella
With bomba rice, chicken thighs, chicken stock, chorizo, saffron and smoked paprika
Pipirrana Salad
With greens, green peppers, cucumber and spring onions
Crema Catalana
Spain's version of crème brûlée
With whole milk, egg yolks, sugar and cornstarch
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 2
- Maximum Guests 12
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsCouples, Date Night, Spanish, Mediterranean, Mother's Day, Adult
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Charles
Nathalie
27 Mar 2026
Chef Charles is a classically French trained chef. In the past, he has worked with Wolfgang Puck and Julian Serrano, also providing services to Forbes 5-star properties. All his experiences are of the highest quality and guests can count on him to deliver fantastic private dining and cooking class experiences that are sure to make your mouth water.
Event location: Fresno
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Chef Charles is a California-trained culinary professional with a refined, ingredient-driven approach. With experience across restaurant kitchens, private dining and culinary consulting, he specializes in seasonal cuisine, pristine seafood and elevated presentations. His style blends classical technique with modern, globally inspired flavors. Known for creating warm yet sophisticated experiences, Chef Charles teaches practical skills, flavor balance and elegant plating, empowering students to cook with confidence and creativity at home.
