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
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
Allergy-Friendly Menu - Kids' Edition
$85
Cooking Class
$85
This allergy-friendly cooking lesson teaches essential knife skills with four delicious recipes. In this hands-on cooking class, kids build confidence in the kitchen while learning essential knife skills and preparing delicious, safe dishes. All recipes are free from gluten, dairy, soy and nuts — perfect for kids...
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Chef Lisa
Brighton (Commonwealth)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Pop-up Class
New on Cozymeal
Fold, Fill and Cook Dumplings
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to fold, fill and cook Asian dumplings with custom meat or vegetarian options. Explore the flavors and techniques behind homemade dumplings in this engaging cooking class with Chef Rita. You’ll choose from savory fillings like seasoned beef, tender pork or a fresh zucchini blend as you create dumplings suited...
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Chef Rita
Everett
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thai at Home: Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Skip the takeout menu by learning to prepare your favorite Asian cuisine at home. Plan a fun date night with a cooking class designed to bring the flavors, colors and textures of Traditional Thai cuisine to your kitchen table. A gourmet chef leads you and your sweetie through a series of culinary skills, ingredient...
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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.
Learn how to...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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CHEF’S PLACE
Allergy-Friendly Italian Cooking - Kids' Edition
$95
Cooking Class
$95
This kid-approved Italian menu is perfect for kids with dietary restrictions who love to cook. In this fun, allergy-friendly Italian cooking class, kids explore bold flavors while preparing delicious, safe dishes free of gluten, dairy, soy and nuts. With step-by-step guidance from a top-tier chef, young cooks whip up...
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Chef Lisa
Brighton (Commonwealth)
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Holiday
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
Christmas
Festive Mini Cakes From Scratch
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create sweet desserts that make your holiday table shine. Celebrate the season with mini holiday cakes in this hands-on cooking class in Natick (Boston). Guided by Chef Patrick or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll bake festive favorites like chocolate bundt cakes finished with raspberry glaze and carrot...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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CHEF’S PLACE
Next Level Desserts
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to make Instagram-worthy, next-level desserts in this interactive culinary experience with Chef Shailini. In this hands-on class with Chef Shailini, you will learn how to prepare a spread of stunning desserts completely from scratch using high-quality ingredients, and easy-to-master culinary...
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Chef Shailini
Lexington
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Allergy Free Desserts - Kids' Edition
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Kids master allergen free desserts like sorbet and macaroons in a fun, safe kitchen. In this hands-on cooking class, kids with common allergies will learn to make delicious, safe, and easy-to-prepare desserts. Guided by a gourmet chef, they’ll explore fun, allergen-free recipes that are free of gluten, dairy, soy...
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Chef Lisa
Brighton (Commonwealth)
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Holiday
Festive Cooking Decorating
$69
Cooking Class
$69
This cooking décor experience is perfect for families looking for a fun holiday activity. Satisfy your holiday sweet tooth with this family-friendly cooking class. Learn cookie decorating techniques from an expert chef to make your holidays even sweeter. Practice essential skills using royal icing, such as flooding...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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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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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.