Step into the heart of Spain right here in Walla Walla!
In this hands-on Paella Masterclass, learn firsthand from our 5th-generation owner, Jesús Martínez Bujanda, and find out what makes our Paella Parties here at Valdemar Estates so popular!
GATHER your friends, roll up your sleeves, and get ready for a lively cooking experience centered around Spain’s most beloved communal dish. EXPLORE the flavors, aromas, and traditions that make paella one of the world’s most iconic dishes. From selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the "socarrat", this paella cooking class is all about connection—sharing stories, tasting ingredients, and cooking together around the large paella pan, just as Jesús did while growing up in Oyón, a small town in Northern Spain.
🔸What will you learn?
-How to choose the right rice, broth, proteins, and aromatics for authentic paella.
-The proper technique for building flavor layers—from sofrito to stock infusion.
-How to achieve the perfect socarrat (the crispy, caramelized bottom layer).
-Timing and heat control for even cooking in a wide paella pan.
-Traditional Spanish cooking methods and ingredient pairings.
-Ingredient sourcing tips and substitutions for home cooking.
🔸What will you take away from this experience?
-A full recipe to recreate at home.
-Confidence cooking paella for gatherings.
-A delicious paella tasting enjoyed together at the end of class.
Arrive early to purchase Washington or Spanish wines by the glass to enjoy while cooking!
Wish you could bring the ingredients home with you? Authentic paella ingredient bundles are available for purchase at the end of class!
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