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 Downtown Boston, South End or Back Bay, 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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CHEF’S PLACE
Vegan Spanish Paella Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create a trio of plant-based Spanish dishes in this vegan cooking class with Chef Sawsan. Transform traditional Spanish paella into a plant-focused, vegan-friendly dish using fresh, high-quality ingredients and smart cooking techniques in this cooking class with Chef Sawsan.
To begin, you'll handcraft an authentic...
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Chef Sawsan
Somerville (Spring Hill)
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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
Tasty Thai Favorites
$119
Cooking Class
$119
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
A Parisian Evening - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A promise of an unforgettable evening creating a memorable dining experience for two. Indulge in the art of French cuisine with this cooking class for two. Discover the intricacies of pan-roasting, learn to prepare delectable sides and finish off your romantic evening with enchanting French desserts. Transport...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
The Art of Handmade Dumplings
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn to to make various Chinese dumplings from scratch in this introductory class. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Melissa covers everything you need to make different dumplings at home, from hand-folding the wraps and learning a perfect pan-searing technique. You’ll get to fold shapes like triangles, pleats...
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Chef Melissa
Framingham
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Gluten-Free French Pastries
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Don't miss out on favorite treats due to dietary restrictions. Join this cooking class to learn how to prepare gluten and dairy free versions of your favorite French pastries. Chef Lisa will guide you through step-by-step processes throughout the class.
Choose and mix ingredients that you'll form into gluten and...
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Chef Lisa
Brighton (Commonwealth)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Italian Dinner With Delicious Tiramisu
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Feel like you're in an authentic Italian kitchen as you cook together with your peers. Venture on a culinary journey to Italy in this hands-on team-building experience. Chef Gary will guide your team through crafting a four-course Italian feast while honing essential cooking techniques together.
Work alongside your...
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Chef Gary or Resident Chef
Boston (Downtown)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Phyllo 101
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Get acquainted with phyllo — a versatile dough that can be used for any course. In this hands-on vegan class, Chef Sawsan will teach you the basics of handling phyllo and how you can use it in nearly any dish from appetizer to entrée to dessert.
Phyllo, also spelled filo and Greek for "leaf," is tissue-thin...
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Chef Sawsan
Somerville (Spring Hill)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Indian Restaurant Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
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.
Learn how to...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Japanese Comfort Food
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn to make simple, yet elegant Japanese comfort food with Chef Melissa. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Melissa will teach you how to make three classic Asian comfort foods. She will be your guide as you learn new skills and techniques in order to put together these stunning dishes.
First, whip up a...
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Chef Melissa
Framingham
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Sugar Free Sweets
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to create delicious treats with a sugar-free twist. If you're looking for ways to cut back on sugar, you'll want to join this cooking class. Under the guidance of a gourmet Chef Lisa, you'll learn how to use chocolate and other ingredients to prepare naturally sugar-free desserts and treats.
Start by...
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Chef Lisa
Brighton (Commonwealth)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Homemade Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Improve your bread-making skills with this chef-led lesson. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn essential techniques for making bread at home as well as tips for enhancing and troubleshooting your loaves. Discover the role of yeast and importance of proofing while making classic white bread and explore...
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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.