Carlos was born and raised in Alicante. He has been running his own business for over 15 years, taking visitors to the local market or to his own cooking studio, where you can learn how to make the most delicious paella yourself.
He has built a fantastic team of guides who speak excellent English and love sharing their knowledge and stories about Alicante.
Would you like to join a tour?
When you click on one of the tours below, you’ll be taken to the page of my amigo Carlos, where you can make a reservation directly in his system. You’ll immediately see the available options, prices, and current availability.
Alicante food & tapas tour and wine tasting
Market tour
Join Carlos and taste the best snacks and tapas from Alicante during a true local experience. They start at the Central Market and visit around 10 authentic food stalls, enjoying local products and typical drinks. Along the way, you’ll discover hidden corners of the market and support local businesses. Vegetarian options are available.
Starting at the Central Market, you’ll taste a selection of typical local snacks before heading to one of the most beautiful seaside castles in Spain, with over 1,000 years of history. Transportation to the castle is included. You’ll then descend into the historic centre, discovering its main monuments and hidden secrets. The experience ends at an award-winning tapas bar, where you’ll enjoy a winning tapa and a typical Spanish drink.
Paella cooking class & visit market
This culinary experience starts with a visit to the local market, where you discover fresh ingredients and the atmosphere of Alicante. You then cook together with a local chef and learn authentic flavors and techniques. Tapas, paella, and drinks such as wine, sangría, beer, and soft drinks are included. Suitable for all skill levels and perfect for solo travelers and groups.
Enjoy an elegant wine tasting experience featuring five carefully selected wines from Alicante, ranging from rich reds to fresh, aromatic whites. An expert guide will introduce you to the flavors, origins and perfect pairings of each wine. The wines are paired with five artisanal tapas, inspired by local cuisine and designed to enhance every sip. Dietary requirements can be accommodated. All of this takes place in an intimate and welcoming setting, ideal for a relaxed evening with friends, family or fellow wine lovers.
Discover Alicante with Carlos
Carlos was born and raised in Alicante and has been running his own business for over 15 years.
He has built a great team of guides who speak excellent English and love sharing the best stories and hidden gems of Alicante. Will you join one of their tours?
How to book: When you click on a tour , you’ll be redirected to my friend Carlos’ page, where you can make a reservation directly in his system. You’ll immediately see the available options, prices, and dates.
Have fun!
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FAQ
Ester van de Ende
I’ve done the tour with Carlos twice already. First with my partner, and later with a group of friends. It was so much fun!
We learned a lot about what’s sold at the market, and afterwards we got hands-on and made paella ourselves.
Next time, we’re planning to do the historical tour as well — that one looks really great too!
Highly recommended!
Maartje Strijbis
Monique from Alicante Like a Local is a wonderful down-to-earth Dutch woman who has been living in Spain with her family for years Monique speaks Dutch and Spanish and knows Alicante and its surroundings like the back of her hand She gave us fantastic tips and really showed us the way to the hidden gems in the city A super fun coffee shop with a cute courtyard and a delicious lunch in a new hip restaurant
Monique knows all the hotspots
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