Sightseeing tour agency
Alicante Tasting Club - The #1 in food experiences and tours in Alicante
C. Santo Tomás, 9, 03002 Alicante, Spain
Alicante Tasting Club is your gateway to authentic Spanish culinary experiences in the heart of Alicante. Specializing in hands-on food tours and cooking classes, this well-reviewed sightseeing tour agency brings local flavors, traditions, and hospitality to life. Whether you're learning to cook paella from scratch or exploring regional wines paired with tapas, you'll discover why food lovers consistently praise their expertly guided experiences.
Located on Calle Santo Tomás in central Alicante, the club offers immersive tours led by knowledgeable local hosts who share insider tips, recipes, and stories. Small group sizes and personalized attention mean you'll leave not just satisfied, but equipped with skills and memories to take home.
Highlights
- Hands-on paella cooking classes featuring multiple regional varieties (meat, vegetarian, seafood)
- Wine tasting tours paired with local tapas and regional specialties
- Expert local hosts who provide recipes and cooking techniques you can recreate at home
- Central market visits and local food sourcing insights included in many experiences
- Welcoming, flexible approach—accommodating dietary preferences and group dynamics
- Highly rated by solo travellers, couples, families, and friend groups alike
Location
C. Santo Tomás, 9, 03002 Alicante, Spain
Opening hours
- Monday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Thursday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Friday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM–8:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Good to know
- Open Monday–Friday 10 AM–5 PM and Saturday 10 AM–8:30 PM; closed Sundays. Book ahead to secure your preferred experience.
- Located in central Alicante (C. Santo Tomás, 9), within easy reach of the old town and local markets.
- Perfect for food enthusiasts, solo travellers, couples, and groups wanting an interactive cultural experience beyond typical sightseeing.
- Tours are conducted in English and include tastings of local wines, cheeses, and cured meats alongside cooking or tasting activities.
- Experiences are designed to be relaxed and accessible—no prior cooking experience needed, and hosts are accommodating to families and dietary requirements.
What visitors say
★★★★★“We had a great time on paella cooking class! Our experience is way better and interesting that we could expect. Our host Olivera was very experienced and showed us all little tricks to get extra results with paella. We cooked 3 different paellas, meat, veggie and seafood. Also we had a chance to try local wines and local cheese and sausages. We got little stroll around central market and got tips where to buy the best local food. Rainy day in Alicante became happy day with paella :)”
★★★★★“I truly recommend the Alicante Tasting Club experience to anyone visiting. We went as a group of friends and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Olivera and Carlos were incredible hosts, very welcoming and we had great fun. The cooking of the paella was both hands on and easy to follow, while our glasses were filled as well.:) It was such a fun and relaxed few hours filled with great food, drinks, and laughter. If you are in Alicante, this is something you should not miss. Truly a memorable experience.”
★★★★★“My mom and I joined the wine tasting with tapas tour. The hosts Paco and Carlos were wonderful. We tasted 5 different wines accompanied by some great tapas. I am a vegetarian and I dont like red wine. They were really accommodating and served alternatives. Big glasses of wine if you like ;-) we had a baby with us who was sleeping in a pram, they were really nice about this as well. Good value for money !”
★★★★★“I had a great experience as a solo traveller on a paella cooking course - the group was nice, the guide was excellent, and the 3 paella dishes were delicious and something that I could definitely make at home after receiving the recipe. Highly highly recommended, a big highlight of my trip”
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need cooking experience to join a paella class?
No. Classes are designed to be hands-on yet easy to follow, with expert hosts guiding you through each step. You'll receive recipes to take home so you can recreate the dishes yourself.
Are dietary preferences accommodated?
Yes. The hosts are flexible and welcoming to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary needs, offering alternatives while maintaining the authentic experience.
What's included in the experiences?
Typically includes the main activity (cooking or tasting), local wines, cheeses, cured meats, tapas, and often a guided stroll through the central market with local insights.
Can I book as a solo traveller?
Absolutely. Solo travellers are welcome and often join small group experiences, making it a great way to meet other visitors while learning about local cuisine.