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
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Discover Pan-Asian Cuisine
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Create Southeast Asia's iconic flavors in this hands-on culinary experience. Join Chef Melissa for a menu of Asian favorites in this exciting cooking class. You'll discover the diverse food cultures that make up this coastal region as you prepare a multi-course meal.
Chef Melissa will begin your journey by teaching...
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Chef Melissa
Framingham
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Knife Essentials
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Improve your kitchen skills through the mastery of this fundamental culinary craft. Learn the art of knife skills in this specialized cooking class and become a master at slicing, dicing and chopping. Gain precision and confidence as you develop your techniques and discover proper hand positioning and the anatomy of...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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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
Healthy Greek Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Greek food is typical of the highly-regarded Mediterranean diet and wins on every level. Greek fare is healthy, delicious and makes use of fresh ingredients. In this hands-on class with Chef Shailini, you will learn how to prepare a four-course menu of classic Greek dishes that utilize only the freshest and most...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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CHEF’S PLACE
Treasured Taiwanese Fare
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Join Chef Melissa on a nostalgic culinary tour through her hometown of Taiwan. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Melissa will transport you to the bustling street markets of Taiwan. She'll share how the island's diverse culture has influenced her cooking style as you prepare some of the most-loved dishes from her...
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Chef Melissa
Framingham
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Tasting New Orleans
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Sample the signature flavors of the Big Easy with classic and creative dishes. This interactive cooking class blends modern and traditional flavors from one of America’s most renowned culinary destinations. You’ll learn to make authentic classics like gumbo and dirty rice, then discover fun, contemporary creations...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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Authentic Nepalese Cuisine
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Odds are, you've been missing out on Nepalese food, and it's time to fix that. In this hands-on class with Chef Shailini — a native of Nepal — you will embark on a culinary excursion and discover the beauty of authentic Nepalese cuisine.
Chef Shailini will teach you how to make the wildly popular Nepalese...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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Korean Seoul Food
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Explore the ingredients and cooking techniques of your favorite Korean dishes. In this hands-on cooking class, learn how to make several Korean dishes using authentic cooking techniques and fresh ingredients.
Begin by whipping up an appetizer of savory kimchi pancakes. Then, it's time to make the main dish: Korean...
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Chef Melissa
Framingham
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Spectacular Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn chef secrets for crafting picture-perfect sushi. This hands-on cooking class highlights the fundamentals of making sushi from preparing the rice to filling and forming the rolls. With an expert chef to guide you, you and your date will practice rolling traditional maki and hand rolls filled with your favorite...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Wine Country Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a menu of dishes known to complement the flavors of wine. This flavor-driven cooking class features fresh, seasonal ingredients to pair with your favorite vintage. Guided by the chef, you’ll practice essential techniques with a gourmet upgrade. Enjoy tender filet with red wine and shallot sauce. Then, mix...
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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.