Spanish Tapas & Paella with Chef José Gomez: Explore More!
Chef José returns with an a menu featuring some of his favourite small plates and another very special paella!
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More kitchen magic awaits with Chef José, our resident expert on regional Spanish cuisine,
Laced together with character-infused olive oil, garlic, and herbs, Spanish cuisine is comprised of flavours you’ll want to share.
Let's get you settled in with some of our favourite tapas. However once again, the night wouldn't be complete without time dedicated to the king of one-pot wonders.
On this class and exclusive to this class, each station will work together to make the most classic version, Paella Valenciana, from beginning to end, and with the guidance of Chef José, your version will sing. Before you know it, you'll be hosting your own Spanish-themed dinner parties with everyone gathered around this spectacular centerpiece, hoping for one more bite.
We now have two unique Spanish Tapas & Paella Evening Courses, each with different content and they don't need to be taken in sequence!
Check out Chef Jose's ORIGINAL Spanish Tapas & Paella Evening Course here!
Born and raised in Santander, José carries with him a beautiful breadth of knowledge and understanding of the regional cuisines of his native Spain. An award winning chef who ran his own kitchen in England for 3 years before moving to Ireland, José’s intrepid culinary journeys have brought him from extreme to extreme, quite literally cooking in different languages across the globe. From top London kitchens to the wildness of the Americas, José's cooking has seen the world and we are constantly inspired by his collaborative approach and natural gifts as a teacher. José is our resident expert on regional Spanish cuisine and when he's not headlining classes here, you can find him at the helm of The Exchequer Wine Bar, the bustling modern Spanish tapas restaurant in Ranelagh!
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"Highly recommended"
As a Spanish person already familiar with many of the dishes and techniques, I still learned so much throughout the course. Everything was well organised, the pace was perfect, and the atmosphere was both welcoming and engaging throughout. José explained every step clearly and shared so much valuable knowledge, not only about the recipes themselves but also about the background and traditions behind them. His passion and professionalism really stood out, and together with Gerry’s friendliness, they created such an enjoyable experience from start to finish. It genuinely felt like a complete and thoughtfully designed course. Highly recommended!
Miriam: Spanish Tapas & Paella: Explore More
May 2026 -
"Very knowledgeable and friendly"
José is brilliant, very knowledgeable and friendly, was a great experience that I couldn't recommend more highly.
Erik: Spanish Tapas & Paella: Explore More
May 2026 -
"Great fun and super informative"
Honestly loved every bit of the course, it was great fun and super informative. Loved that there were little tips that make me more likely to actually cook the food at home! Genuinely couldn't fault it and Josè's knowledge and ability to teach were second to none
Jane: Spanish & Tapas & Paella: Explore More
June 2024
Frequently asked questions
- Should I eat something before I come?
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On all our courses you will be eating the dishes you prepare in the hands-on session and everyone generally leaves us well-fed. Bear in mind that it takes time to whip up what we've planned and we recommend you eat something before you arrive at the school. All food cooked in the school is intended to be eaten on the premises.
- What level of cooking experience do I need?
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The beauty of how we design all of our courses is that anyone of any level can join us. While someone new to the kitchen will find support as they manoeuvre through new techniques, the more seasoned cooks in our group will thrive on all the pointers we offer for further improvement. Our course material is layered and we know how to quickly adapt to a moving room. Constant, open-ended learning is one of the things we love the most about being in the kitchen and our tutors' enthusiastic teaching style and patience is a testament to that.
- What if I have a food allergy or dietary restrictions?
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If you suffer from a severe nut, egg, dairy, seafood, wheat allergy or coeliac disease, please contact us before booking and we'll be able to confirm whether or not a specific course menu is adaptable. Certain course themes may not be adaptable in order to stay true to the course brief. Where we can accommodate a dietary requirement the curriculum for other students will remain the same as the original.
You must bring an Epi-pen. If your food allergy is airborne, due to the wide range of course themes and events that we host, our environment is not safe for you. Please note that while every care will be taken to provide a safe and enjoyable cooking experience for all students, there is always the risk of cross-contamination.
- What if I can't make it to a course or dining event that I've booked?
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If you cannot make a course that you have booked, you are more than welcome to send someone in your place (18 years or older). Just give us a call with the name change and we'll take good care of them. If this can't be arranged and you need to cancel your place, please take a look at our our full Terms & Conditions, go to https://dublincookeryschool.ie/terms to see what rules apply to you.
- Is there an age requirement?
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All of our regular courses are designed for adults. The minimum age for someone coming on their own is 18 years. If someone younger is joining us, they must be accompanied and booked on with an adult. Please note that our course fees apply to each attendee, regardless of age.
Our Growing Gourmet and 1 Week Essential Skills for TY courses are for teenagers only.
- What is parking like in the area?
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Metered parking can be found right outside the school and on surrounding streets Monday-Saturday from 8.00-19.00. Please do not park on the grass verges opposite the school, on resident disabled parking spots, or on the double yellow lines in the area. For more info, go to https://www.dublincookeryschool.ie/your-visit.
Your course itinerary
| 06:45 PM – 07:00 PM | Everyone is encouraged to arrive 15 minutes prior to the course start-time. After we sign you in, we’ll welcome you into our modern, mirror-lined Demo Kitchen where you’ll have a few minutes to get to know your fellow students before we begin. |
| 07:00 PM – 09:45 PM | Our Evening Courses all start off in the Demo Kitchen where the tutor leading the session introduces the night’s menu plan of action. Our Evening Courses usually comprise of 2 Demo sessions that alternate with 2 Hands-On sessions. In our practical sessions, everyone works in pairs with specific tasks organized per person. Don’t worry if you’re flying solo on the night, we’ll find you a partner in crime. And yes, you will be eating what you make through the night! |
| 09:45 PM – 10:00 PM | At this point, we're generally wrapping up the cooking! This is a great time to raise any lingering questions you may have with our team. |