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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Teens Cooking Series
Culinary Creators: Teen Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens roll up their sleeves as they master gourmet recipes and essential techniques. Unleash your teen’s imagination in the kitchen during this five-day hands-on cooking class series. Students will master foundational techniques such as sautéing, baking and kneading while crafting delicious pasta dishes and...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
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Build Your Own Sushi
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the basics of handcrafting sushi rolls to create your personal favorite. In this immersive cooking class with a focus on all things Sushi, a professional chef instructor will teach you all there is to know about perfectly rolling sushi and its nuances. In addition to creating your own sushi rolls, you'll make...
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Latin Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate the sumptuous flavors of a Latin steakhouse with some home cooked meals. Sign up for a cooking class where you'll soak in Latin aromas and flavors and churn out homecooked meals akin to a steakhouse menu for an evening well spent. A professional chef instructor will guide you as you prepare a chimichurri...
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Dinner Deluxe - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your favorite foodie to an evening of five-star dining with this chef-led cooking lesson. If you and your significant other share a passion for great food, you're sure to love preparing a five-star meal together in this chef-led cooking class. Under your chef's guidance, you'll learn to prepare a host of...
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Natick
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Chocolate Extravaganza
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embark on a journey like no other discovering chocolaty treats! There will certainly be a chocolaty feast in this cooking class as you cook, bake and partake of these fantastical delicacies. Enter at your own risk as things will get extra chocolaty really fast! This professional-led session will teach you to bake...
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Feast From the Farmer's Field
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the season and sharpen your skills with this hands-on, market-fresh cooking session. Embrace seasonal eating in this exciting cooking class guided by a renowned local chef. You’ll use fresh farmers market ingredients to craft standout dishes, including a crisp watermelon salad, summery spaghetti with...
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Kids Cooking Series
Exploring Global Flavors - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$299
Cooking Class
$299
In this five-day summer series, kids will build confidence while mastering global cooking techniques. In this exciting cooking class for kids ages 7-11, young chefs will explore global cuisines by rolling sushi, kneading pasta dough, frying rice and perfecting other essential techniques. They'll develop creativity and...
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Teens Cooking Series
The Teen Cook-Off: Summer Kitchen Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens explore traditional dishes from global cuisines as they master advanced culinary techniques. This five-day cooking class camp gives students 12 and older the skills to prepare global menus. Guided by a gourmet chef, teens learn how to navigate the kitchen safely and build confidence with advanced recipes. With...
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Exploring Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the savory side of Italian cuisine. Get hands-on in this exciting cooking class as you delve into Italian flavors to create a savory meal with seasonal inclusions. First off is a Salsa Verde made with pork loin chops followed by a Ricotta and Fennel salad with Ricotta Salata. Garlic holds a special place in...
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Get Set for Grill Season
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Up your grilling game with flame-kissed flavors in this exciting chef-led cooking course. If you're hoping to become the king of the cookout this summer season, why not hone your grilling skills by enrolling in this dedicated cooking class? With a renowned chef as your guide, you'll learn to master grilled goodies...
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Pizza & Calzones - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up the fun factor and bring your family along to relish a good time. Nothing equals the joy of watching your children have fun and learn something new and this will happen at this family-fun-themed cooking class! With yourself and a professional chef instructor on the scene, your children can indulge in making...
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Kin and Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Kids and adults who share a sweet tooth are sure to love this cupcake class. This creative cupcake cooking class is perfect for families who love food. Guided by a renowned chef, adults and kids (aged seven and over) are sure to love sharpening their baking skills. The best part? You’ll get to use your newfound...
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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.