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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The Soul of Latin Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wow your foodie friends and family with world-class Latin cooking. If you’re in something of a rut when it comes to dinner ideas, this Latin-inspired cooking class is bound to help dig you out of it. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll quickly get to grips with the time-honored techniques and traditions that...
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Sushi Fundamentals - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Skip the sushi bar reservation and learn to make your favorite rolls together at home. For couples who like to cook but are stuck for menu inspiration, this dedicated-to-sushi cooking class is perfect. Guided by a renowned chef with over a decade’s experience, you’ll quickly learn the skills you need to dig...
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Perfect Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
French pastry class. Join this hands-on cooking class featuring traditional French croissants. Learn authentic pastry techniques such as rolling, proofing and laminating dough from a five-star professional chef. Cook through a varied menu including sweet and savory croissants. Master new skills in the kitchen while...
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The Secrets of Slicing and Dicing
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Get hands-on with chef-grade knife skills in this immersive, hands-on class. Stop letting rusty knife skills hold you back from kitchen success and sign yourself up to this skills-focused cooking class! In it, you’ll benefit from the expert instruction of a world-class chef. They’ll quickly have you slicing and...
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Grilling for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your favorite foodie to a night of steakhouse-style culinary creativity. Level up your date night by bringing your favorite NYC steakhouse home with this dedicated cooking class! Alongside a renowned chef, you and your partner will sear steaks to perfection and top them with Gorgonzola-shallot butter. You'll...
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Home-Cooked Pub Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Treat your family to a comforting pub-style treat at home. If you’ve always dreamed of recreating your favorite pub meals in your home kitchen, why not bring that vision to life by signing up to this dedicated cooking class? Do so and you’ll benefit from the guidance of a renowned chef who’ll show you how to...
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The Secrets of Italian Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Why buy from the store when you could learn to make pasta at home? Ditch the store-bought pasta and learn to make your own in this immersive, Italian-inspired cooking class. Following the guidance of an esteemed chef, you’ll make and roll your very own pasta dough. You’ll then create a feast featuring pappardelle...
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Italian Focus: Late Summer Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Draw inspiration from the Italy’s late summer cooking traditions. This cooking class promises to level up your culinary game with secrets straight from the Italian summer cookbook. Sign up and you’ll learn from a renowned chef how to recreate dishes worthy of any Tuscan trattoria. Think wild mushroom risotto, pork...
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Korean BBQ Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of Korean BBQ and wow your most discerning foodie friends and family. If you and your culinary companions like Korean cuisine, then this Korean BBQ cooking class is most definitely for you. In it, you’ll learn from an esteemed chef how to recreate some of Seoul’s most sizzling BBQ dishes. With their...
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Edwardian Culinary Elegance
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you want to dine like the Crawleys, this Downton Abbey-inspired class is for you. Join this captivating "Downton Abbey" themed cooking class and turn your love for the show into a brand new set of culinary skills. A renowned chef will teach you how to blend the grandeur of post-Edwardian dining with modern tools...
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A Parisian Escape - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French cuisine for two. Experience the romance of France in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to cook elegant French fare from a top-notch professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while making lasting memories with your date. Sear succulent scallops with beurre blanc, layer potatoes...
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Classic Macaron Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your sweet tooth cravings in this chef-led macaron-making class. If you think that Parisian-style macarons are beyond your baking skill set, this cooking class challenges you to think again. With guidance from a world-class chef, you’ll quickly realize just how approachable these iconic French treats are....
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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.