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.
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Master the Flavors of Summer
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Capitalize on this most bountiful of seasons with a mouth-watering lineup of sun-soaked recipes. Take the stress out of summer cooking and learn how simple it can really be in this authentic, hands-on cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll gain summer-ready skills and learn pro-level recipes like corn...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
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Southern French Bistro
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring the flavors of the bistro home in this Southern French-inspired class. Take a leaf out of the Southern French cookbook in this dedicated and hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a world-class chef, you’ll learn to sear chicken breasts and serve them with capers, olives and roasted lemon. You’ll also...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Homestyle Chinese - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Master your family’s menu favorites in this Chinese takeout-inspired class. Takeout Fridays can get expensive, so why not learn to make your favorite dishes at home with this family-friendly cooking class? That’s right, with help from a renowned chef, all aspiring chefs in your family (over the age of seven) can...
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Natick
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Chocolate Dessert Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Curb even the sweetest cravings with this chef-led dessert-making class. Give your sweet tooth the treat it deserves by learning to cook its favorite desserts in this dedicated-to-chocolate cooking class. Following the instruction of a world-class chef, you’ll quickly get to grips with the time-honored tricks and...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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A Sweet Baking Adventure - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Spend some quality time together over your shared passion for food. Culinary clans looking for exciting new ways to spend time together need look no further than this family-friendly cooking class. Perfect for parents and kids aged seven and over, you and the budding bakers in your family will benefit from the...
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Natick
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An Indulgent Taste of France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your kitchen game with the traditions of French cooking. When you sign up for this cooking class, you’ll quickly discover just how approachable French cuisine can be. You’ll learn alongside an esteemed chef, who’ll teach you to build a menu including creamy pommes purée with fresh chives, a refreshing...
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Bites From the Bistro Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get set to level up your cooking with the traditions of classic French cooking. If you lack the confidence to take on some of France’s most time-honored dishes, this cooking class is for you. In it, you’ll learn from an expert chef how to prepare a feast worthy of even the finest French bistro. On the menu? A...
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Guided Italian Gastronomy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Treat your family’s taste buds to an authentic taste of Italy. This cooking class is proof that cooking authentic Italian cuisine at home is more achievable than you think. In fact, with instruction from a renowned chef, you’ll quickly find yourself making fresh fettuccine carbonara, pairing it with a traditional...
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Perfect French Plates
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get set to wow the foodies in your life with fine French cooking. If you’re looking for a new challenge in the kitchen, why not take this cooking class and get to grips with the traditions of fine French cuisine? A renowned chef will teach you exactly how to master a savory French menu. Centered around a pan-roasted...
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Authentic Thai From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Indulge your curiosity for world cuisine in this hands-on Thai culinary lesson. If you’re an eager epicurean hoping to level up your cooking with world cuisines, this Thai cooking class is for you. In it, a renowned chef will teach you how to harness the authentic flavors and time-honored traditions that inform this...
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The Magic of Bread Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Knead, prove and raise your way to baking success in this exciting chef-led class. If you’re tired of baking the same old boring loaves, why not take this cooking class and unlock the secrets behind some of Europe’s most delicious breads? Guided by an esteemed chef, you’ll get to grips with the techniques and...
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Savoring Tuscany
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get set to savor the timeless flavors of Tuscany in this immersive culinary lesson. Take a leaf out of Tuscany’s traditional cookbook in this immersive, hands-on cooking class. You’ll learn from a world-class chef how to harness the region’s most iconic flavors and dishes, mastering a menu worthy of even the...
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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.