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Born in Mexico and raised in Canada, Chef Alex was exposed to a mix of cultural influences at a young age. He then went on to complete formal culinary training in Spain. From casual dining to working in one of the best restaurants in the world - Norma, Chef Alex has worked in a wide range of restaurants. Transitioning from chef to entrepreneur, he is now the owner and a host of a cooking school in Madrid.

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CHEF’S PLACE

New on Cozymeal

Traditional Paella-Making in Madrid

€ 125

Cooking Class

€ 125

Recreate authentic paella dishes in Madrid with local Chef Alex. On your travels through the Mediterranean, take a moment to explore the vibrant world of Spanish cuisine with hands-on paella-making cooking class in Madrid. Led by Chef Alex, you'll learn to create a stunning paella feast that highlights the very best...

Next Date: Fri, Jan 17th at 2:30PM & other times

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CHEF’S PLACE

New on Cozymeal

Authentic Spanish Tapas in Madrid

€ 125

Cooking Class

€ 125

Craft a delectable Spanish tapas spread in the centre of Madrid. Experience traditional Spanish tapas just like the locals with cooking class in Madrid during your trip to Spain. Chef Alex will be your local guide, taking you through the step-by-step process of crafting a tantalizing tapas spread that rivals the...

Next Date: Fri, Jan 17th at 7:00PM & other times

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Food Tours WITH Chef Alex

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New on Cozymeal

Chefs’ Secret Madrid Delights

€ 115

Food Tour

€ 115

Discover the culinary gems in Madrid through local chef's perspective. Learn how to dine like local chefs with a specialty food tour in Madrid! Led by Chef Alex, this curated tour takes you to chef-recommended restaurants that showcase the best of Madrid. You’ll sample house specialties and socialize with fellow...

Next Date: Fri, Jan 17th at 6:00PM & other times

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REVIEWS

Chef Alex's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 8 reviews

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Reviews Chef Alex received outside of Cozymeal

Sabrina

11/19/24

This was an AMAZING experience, my friend and I signed up for the tapas class first and we loved it so much we went back the next day for the paella class. To begin, the place itself is clean, amazing vibe and energy from staff and beautiful in its construction. The different cava pairings with each meal you cooked was phenomenal. They made it easy and fun for us to follow along and make the absolute best Spanish cuisine I have tried. The owner is full of life, and very passionate about his business that he created from the ground up. It was a beautiful experience to share with them. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

11/19/24

Joanne

11/19/24

If you’re in Madrid, you must not miss this cooking class & dining experience. A 5 star food, wine, experience! We did the paella cooking class with 4 types of paella and an abundance of other local food and wine. All delicious, in an absolutely amazing downtown setting. Hosted by a team of experienced chefs who know what fun and good food means to travelers. You don’t need to know how to cook but only to enjoy a wonderful experience with great local foods. Thank you team! You must come hungry…

11/19/24

Sina

11/17/24

Excellent! I attended the tapas class with my husband and two adult kids. Music, wine, ingredients are prepped ahead of time so all we had to focus on was the cooking techniques and we're encouraged to chat with the other attendees and focus on making connections through this experience with others. Clean, well organized and the downstairs dining area is absolutely gorgeous and comfortable. Do not think twice about booking for a class here - if you have a chance, you must!

11/17/24

Scott

11/16/24

Do you like amazing meals, and bottomless wine? If so, this is the class for you. Our family had a blast, and they we so good about including our 7 and 9 year old daughters. Each two person team cooked a different paella and after we finished cooking, we got to try each one in their downstairs dining room. They also served us appetizers and desserts. It was by far the best paella that we had in Spain. Such a great experience! Thanks.

11/16/24

Rose

11/16/24

I took a group of family and friends to the class and we had such an amazing time. The owner was so personable and made us feel special. The wine was flowing, the cooking was very fun and each paella that was made was delicious! It was a highlight of our trip.

11/16/24

Tricia

11/15/24

The whole experience exceeded our expectations! I have done many cooking classes but this was way more than that! It was truly a cultural experience. From the welcome drinks to the elaborate family style meal at the end, each moment was carefully thought out to maximize the guest experience. Chef Alex was fantastic at getting to know everyone and explaining each step of the process in a fun and understandable way. The dance music played and the bottomless drinks gave it a true cooking “club” feel! Benny was amazing as well his patience with us and the energy he brought greatly contributed to making our time there special! After 3 hours, we still didn’t want to leave. The food was amazing and we feel capable of attempting these recipes at home. Thank you again for a memorable time!

11/15/24