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 OR YOUR PLACE
Fusion of Fresh Asian Flavors
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Experience the inventive melding of regional favorites from several Asian cuisines in one delicious menu. Let Chef Nick teach you a winning combination of Asian tastes and textures in this exciting in-person cooking class. You'll explore techniques and recipes from a range of popular regions and create a fusion meal...
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Chef Nick
Westwood
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CHEF’S PLACE
French Steakhouse Dinner in Boston
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Fine dining filled with Parisian touches will be your new favorite homecooked specialty. The beauty of bistro dining becomes a hands-on cooking class for home gourmets thanks to this charming culinary session. It's the perfect opportunity to introduce French classics into your dining rotation.
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Chef Gary or Resident Chef
Boston (Downtown)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Tasty Thai Favorites
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Balance fresh and fiery flavors from one of the world's most vibrant cuisines. Expand your sense of culinary creativity with this hands-on cooking class celebrating traditional Thai favorites. Chef Shailini invites you into the kitchen for an eye-opening exploration of this enticing region and its rich...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn foundational techniques that make bread baking enjoyable. Get comfortable working with dough in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With help from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll bake rustic Dutch oven French bread, top roasted squash and sage focaccia with creamy ricotta and churn your...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Classic Indian Restaurant Favorites
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Create your favorite Indian takeout dishes with Chef Shailini. Make your Indian restaurant favorites in this hands-on cooking class under the guidance of Chef Shailini. This ancient and sophisticated cuisine, redolent with fragrant aromas and warm, healing spices, is incredibly delicious as well.
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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Rustic Winter Pasta Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn approachable techniques for crafting homemade pasta. Get comfortable with pasta-making techniques in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With help from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll make fresh spinach pasta dough, fettuccine with roasted squash and linguine with walnut sage sauce. End...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Japanese Sushi Delight in Boston
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Master the classics of Japanese cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Learn how to create the perfect plate of Japanese comfort foods in this unique cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you will not only learn the intricacies of sushi-making but also master a variety of beloved appetizers. Perfect the creation of...
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Chef Gary or Resident Chef
Boston (Downtown)
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Festive Mexican Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a bold Mexican feast featuring tacos, tamales and a spicy mocktail. Discover the essence of Mexican cooking in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). Under the guidance of Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll prepare birria tacos, tamales filled with corn and poblano peppers and a rich...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Mexican Fiesta Dinner Night in Boston
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Transform your evening meal into an unforgettable Latin feast. Bold flavors and brilliant textures are the order of the day in this hands-on cooking class celebrating traditional Mexican dining. With these restaurant-level recipes and a generous helping of guided instruction, you'll arrange a full-fledged culinary...
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Chef Gary or Resident Chef
Boston (Downtown)
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Make an Italian Home-Style Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover slow-cooking techniques essential to rustic Italian meals. Discover the secrets of traditional Italian cooking in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With help from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll make a comforting menu featuring brasciole, creamy polenta, sautéed greens and rosemary...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Homemade Dumplings 101 in Boston
$125
Cooking Class
$125
The delicious traditions of authentic dim sum dining take to the table. Family-style Chinese dining has never been easier than with this interactive cooking class topping your menu. With guidance from a top chef, you'll have all you need to create dim sum favorites any day of the week.
Explore the gourmet art of...
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Chef Gary or Resident Chef
Boston (Downtown)
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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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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.