Cooking Classes in Boston
Best Cooking Classes in Boston for your next culinary journey
While it may be known as Beantown, cooking classes in Boston prove that this city’s culinary scene has far more to offer than baked legumes. The City on a Hill has an abundance of available culinary experiences for gourmands hoping to expand their palates. Whether you’re in Boston Proper, Cambridge or Newton, hands-on cooking experiences in Boston, led by renowned local chefs, offer an interactive, fun and relaxing means of refining your kitchen skills. Combine sweet and spicy with Caribbean cuisine, create iconic French pastries or finally master your favorite Thai curries. Whatever you’re in the mood for, discover why this is fast becoming one of the United States’ culinary capitals by booking a cooking class in Boston today.
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Festive Cooking Decorating
$69
Cooking Class
$69
This cooking décor experience is perfect for families looking for a fun holiday activity. Satisfy your holiday sweet tooth with this family-friendly cooking class. Learn cookie decorating techniques from an expert chef to make your holidays even sweeter. Practice essential skills using royal icing, such as flooding...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Christmas
Cozy Holiday Macarons for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up festive holiday macarons in this festive class. Add a sweet touch to your holiday season in this hands-on macaron cooking class in Natick (Boston). With expert guidance from Chef Patrick or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll create festive macarons in flavors like candy cane swirl and gingerbread...
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Natick
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Holiday
Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Holiday Baking Series for Kids
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Inspire young chefs with an immersive holiday-themed baking experience. Designed for kids aged 7-11, this festive baking class offers five days of delicious discovery. Children will whisk, roll and decorate as they develop valuable baking and safety skills. By the end of the series, they’ll take home printed recipes...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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NYE Chef’s Kiss – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a gourmet celebration menu that will leave your guests speechless. In this technique-forward cooking class, an expert chef shares tips for creating a sophisticated menu perfect for ringing in the New Year with a crowd or a more intimate affair. Guided by the chef, you’ll practice advanced techniques from the...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Timeless French Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a decadent selection of classic French desserts. This hands-on cooking class highlights time-honored techniques from the art of French pastry. Guided by a world-class chef instructor, you’ll stir rich caramel and prepare buttery pastry for a traditional tarte tatin. Then, you'll practice the delicate method of...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Thai Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Taste of Thailand. Dive into the illustrious world of Thai cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to combine authentic flavors of Thai food from a five-star professional chef. Master traditional cooking techniques while gaining new skills in the kitchen. Cook through a multi-course menu of flavorful Thai...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Dreamy Italian Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These classic Italian treats are the stuff dreams are made of. Join an expert chef for a showcase of traditional Italian desserts in this cooking class. You’ll practice essential techniques including making dough and fillings with tips from your instructor. Learn to shape and fill classic cannoli, then fry bomboloni...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Sultry French Flavors – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience a luxurious menu highlighting signature French cuisine. This hands-on cooking class combines timeless techniques with fresh regional ingredients to create an exquisite French menu. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll prepare luscious béarnaise sauce to accompany tender porcini-crusted steak. Master the art...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Authentic Spanish Feast for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook, taste and enjoy rustic Spanish dishes crafted by you. Roll up your sleeves in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston) and prepare a full Spanish-style menu from start to finish. With guidance from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll make Manchego croquettas, tortilla Española and roasted pork...
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Gourmet French Allure – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your date to a French fine dining experience handcrafted together. In this interactive cooking class, you and your special someone will work with an expert chef to prepare luxurious French recipes. Sear delicate scallops and whisk champagne beurre blanc. Then, the chef shares tips for preparing cheesy pommes...
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Natick
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Croissant Inspiration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the possibilities of laminated dough with this croissant-themed lesson. In this baking-focused cooking class, you will explore classic and creative pastries made using laminated dough. Your instructor teaches the steps for achieving those flaky layers, then you'll use your dough to prepare sweet and savory...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Surf and Turf for Two - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Share a culinary lesson and a savory dinner with your favorite kitchen companion. Steakhouse specialties become a shared culinary workshop in this hands-on cooking class for two. With guidance from your host instructor, you and your special sous chef will prepare a surf-and-turf menu to rival your favorite restaurant....
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Boston
How much do cooking classes in Boston cost?
Cooking classes come at differing costs, depending upon the class and number of guests in your party. You can find a starting price and applicable fees shown with each class listed on this page, though the final cost may differ after tiering is applied based on your group size and event details. For most classes, you can expect to see a range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
These classes are a great way to have a fun time whether it’s date night, a work event, or just a good time out with friends. There is something here for foodies of every skill level. Beginners will discover how fun and easy it is to make great-tasting food. Intermediate and advanced chefs can take their abilities in new directions while crafting exceptional dishes from a range of cuisines. Kid and teen classes are ideal for introducing younger cooks to the joy of meal prep, imparting essential skills they can use at home to help around the kitchen. Sessions also provide a laid-back, fun-filled setting that makes the perfect for birthday celebrations, evenings out with friends, date night escapes and anniversary festivities.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
You can expect to have an amazing time learning new skills with likeminded foodies. Each cooking class provides a relaxed atmosphere that makes learning fun and easy. Your talented chef instructor will provide step-by-step guidance, demonstrating essential techniques while helping you understand the principles behind the recipes. All ingredients and tools required for the session will be provided. You'll create incredible dishes while working side-by-side with fellow foodies, and once finished, you'll have a chance to enjoy your creations together.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Every session offers a unique set of skills to master, from contemporary cake decoration to grilling delicious cookout fare. Learn expert-level knifing techniques, practice creating handmade pasta, work on sauces and dressings and more. With each of these cooking courses, you'll add new techniques and methods to your arsenal while building on your existing skills.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
From gaining an advantage in the kitchen to expanding your collection of specialty recipes, there’s a bounty of benefits of adding the best cooking classes in Boston to your agenda. You’ll get access to some of the top chefs in the city as they share their expertise and reveal their secrets. Learn to create your own gourmet menus and expand your knowledge of foundational kitchen methods. You’ll be working with other Boston foodies who’ll add fun and flavor to the experience. It’s a tasty way to engage with a local community of epicureans while discovering new ways to bring unforgettable food to the table. But most of all, you will experience the benefit of having a great time with loved ones or colleagues while learning something new.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose culinary classes such as sushi making that help you capture the seafood flavors of Back Bay, the New American specialties of North End and the Asian classics of Chinatown. Classes specializing in Italian pasta making, Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine help bring the flavors of the world to your home table. And with top cooking classes that focus on desserts and confections, you can add a touch of sweetness to your dining life.
Where do the classes take place?
Culinary classes in Boston can take place in a variety of locations, including your own home, the chef’s place, or premium third-party venues. Many choose courses that bring the excitement to their own kitchen for home-based cooking experiences where the chef provides everything needed for a great class. Check the venue image and map on the class page to find out where each course takes place. Whether you're in Charlestown looking to craft a steakhouse menu or Somerville in search of Parisian fare, the best cooking classes are available all around town.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Boston
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.