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
Craft Traditional Dumplings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create dumplings using methods that maximize flavor and structure. Explore essential dumpling techniques in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With guidance from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll shape steamed dumplings, prepare wonton soup and pan-fry gyoza to a crisp finish. You’ll also...
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Cozy Italian-American Staples
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Old-world Italian meets modern comfort in this inviting menu. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll create a feast of comfort food classics with guidance from an expert chef. Your instructor teaches you how to prepare the signature elements of chicken Milanese. Then, whisk lemon-parmesan dressing for a simple...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Cook an Elegant Sicilian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Italian cuisine with dishes inspired by Sicily’s traditions. Enjoy a romantic taste of Sicily in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With help from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you and your partner will shape arancini, cook pasta alla Norma, mix a fresh arugula and fennel salad and churn...
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Natick
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Valentine's Favorite
Timeless French Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the enduring classics of French cuisine with an inviting seasonal menu. This interactive cooking class highlights the time-honored techniques of the French kitchen while drawing inspiration from fresh ingredients. Your expert instructor teaches the fundamental skills for preparing a classic coq au vin such...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Sweet Brunch Bites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence making brunch-worthy bites in this hands-on cooking class. Create crowd-pleasing brunch favorites in this hands-on cooking class in Natick (Boston). Learn how to bake a cinnamon roll cake, prepare brown sugar peppercorn bacon and make fluffy cloud egg nests. Chef Patrick or a resident chef will guide...
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Pizza Palooza - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Handmade Pizza. Learn to make everyone's favorite food in this family-friendly pizza cooking class. Join this exciting hands-on activity sure to be educational and engaging. Discover new skills in the kitchen while learning from a five-star professional chef. Master authentic pizza-making techniques such as...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Parisian Springtime
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add flavors of French bistro to your culinary repertoire. Capture the magic of Paris in the spring with a French cooking class. Cook through a gourmet menu of authentic French cuisine showcasing fresh seasonal ingredients. Learn new culinary skills from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Make...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Authentic Neapolitan Pizza From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a Naples-style meal in this hands-on cooking session. Learn to cook a full Neapolitan-inspired menu in this fun cooking class in Natick (Boston). Guided by Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cauliflower and pickled pepper salad, polpette al forno, Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, basil and...
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Celebrating Spanish Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Showcase the culinary heritage of Spain with a vibrant menu of traditional dishes. This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the sights, sounds and smells of an authentic Spanish kitchen. Guided by the chef, you'll stuff and wrap dates in serrano ham to create a sweet and salty appetizer. Then, learn the essential...
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Make Flavorful Filled Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake and fill donuts in a focused, beginner-friendly class. Learn how to make bakery-style donuts from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Natick (Boston). Prepare three filled donuts, including a chocolate hazelnut donut topped with chocolate hazelnut candy, a tiramisu donut with chocolate espresso glaze and a...
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Vibrant Springtime Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy spring-inspired cooking in this guided cooking session. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Natick (Boston). Learn how to prepare herb-marinated steak topped with blue cheese butter, an asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps and perfectly roasted potatoes with...
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Hearty Brazilian Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover steakhouse-style cooking with big flavor in this fun cooking class. Explore traditional Brazilian cooking in this interactive cooking class in Natick (Boston). With guidance from Chef Patrick or a resident chef, you’ll grill steak using churrascaria methods, sauté collard greens and fry plantains for a...
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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.