Beginner Cooking Classes in Boston
Learning to cook is as easy as pie if you have a professional chef as your teacher. There is no need to shy away from learning how to cook! Beginner cooking classes in Boston are the perfect fit for those just starting out in the culinary arena. Discover the proper way to chop vegetables, how to poach an egg, the best way to bake a cake and much more. Book your beginner experience today!
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Regional French Traditions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore traditional cuisine from the North of France. This immersive cooking class showcases culinary classics from the French regions of Brittany and Normandy. Your world-class chef instructor teaches traditional techniques as you prepare savory crêpes, dress asparagus with herbed compound butter and build a fresh,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Pâtisserie Showcase
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your baking repertoire with timeless French pastry techniques. This immersive cooking class invites you to step into the world of a pastry chef, mastering pâtisserie essentials from basic dough to elegant enhancements. Learn to prepare pâte à choux and luscious vanilla-praline crème for a classic...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
International Donut Adventure
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore a world of donuts with this hands-on lesson. This interactive cooking class takes you on a sweet journey around the world, sampling a diverse selection of global donut traditions. Guided by the chef, you’ll prepare the dough for cloud-like French beignets, fry up crunchy Mexican churros and craft chewy...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Croissant Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the fundamental skills behind traditional sweet and savory French croissants This technique-driven cooking class highlights traditional methods for preparing the iconic laminated pastry. Guided by the chef instructor, you’ll prepare the dough and master the meticulous art of blending it with butter to achieve...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Seasonal Macaron Sensations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make modern macarons inspired by fun, seasonal flavors. By the end of this 3-hour cooking class, you will master fundamental techniques for preparing traditional macarons with a creative, seasonal twist. Your talented chef instructor will guide you step-by-step as you mix, fold and pipe the batter, craft...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer in Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Thai cuisine at its summery best in our immersive cooking class. Add a feather to your culinary cap as you explore and cook Thai delicacies that will remind you of summertime in this immersive cooking class. Pad Thai is always on the menu and our seasoned chef instructor will guide you if you have any doubts....
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Latin Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate the sumptuous flavors of a Latin steakhouse with some home cooked meals. Sign up for a cooking class where you'll soak in Latin aromas and flavors and churn out homecooked meals akin to a steakhouse menu for an evening well spent. A professional chef instructor will guide you as you prepare a chimichurri...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Exploring Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the savory side of Italian cuisine. Get hands-on in this exciting cooking class as you delve into Italian flavors to create a savory meal with seasonal inclusions. First off is a Salsa Verde made with pork loin chops followed by a Ricotta and Fennel salad with Ricotta Salata. Garlic holds a special place in...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Summertime in Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make your evening a refreshing affair with some summer-inspired Italian culinary delicacies. If you've ever wondered what summertime meals look like in Italy, head to this intriguing cooking class to find out! Since pasta forms the staple of all inviting meals, you'll begin by learning to make fettucini carbonara, a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delve into Italian classics with a rustic meal prepared with simple flavors. You'll be crafting delicacies with a flair of rustic charm and flavors guided by an in-class professional chef instructor in this innovative cooking class. The menu starts off with a light seasonal salad followed by hand-making pasta dough...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Bastille Day Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Give An Ode To Classic French Flavors And Delicacies In Your Bastille Day Celebrations. This Bastille Day, celebrate uniquely by indulging in a Bastille Day feast cooked by none other than yourself in this special cooking class! Sign up to learn the French cooking techniques, from pan-searing steak to complementing it...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Brasserie Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Partake of fine-casual dining with a focus on brasserie specials. This innovative cooking class will treat you to a fine-casual dining French experience. Here, you'll be trying out some French classics like steak frites with truffle aioli, a frisee salad with bacon lardons and perfectly poached eggs and for dessert, a...
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Chef Shawn 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
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Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.