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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Homemade Pies
$89
Cooking Class
$89
It’s a baker’s delight in this special pie-making cooking class. Making a pie is no easy task. It requires the right techniques, baking time, making the perfect dough and filling it with love as you customize it with fillings. In this class, a professional chef instructor will guide you at every step, helping you...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Italian Summer Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft palate-pleasing and visually appealing Italian delicacies with seasonal treats. You'll be cooking some lip-smacking Italian, season-sweet specials in this fun cooking class. Starting off with a chocolate and hazelnut semifreddo, you'll be taught to whip the batter into a smooth consistency for a perfect dessert,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Chocolate Extravaganza
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embark on a journey like no other discovering chocolaty treats! There will certainly be a chocolaty feast in this cooking class as you cook, bake and partake of these fantastical delicacies. Enter at your own risk as things will get extra chocolaty really fast! This professional-led session will teach you to bake...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
The French Pastry Shop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Earn your badge as the perfect baker in this delightful pastry-special cooking class. You will create some of the most delectable French pastries in this cooking class! If you want to recognize the elegance and sophistication of baking French patisserie, the menu features specials like cinnamon sugar palmiers and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
French Heritage Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of making and baking macarons from scratch. Join in culinary adventures as you are taught the art making of a French specialty, the Macaron. A professional chef instructor will ensure nothing goes amiss as you make two celebrated and flavored types of macarons, Crème Brûlée & Peach and Champagne....
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer Pasta - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Soak in the experience of cooking with summer flavors. You've opted for the right cooking class experience if you want to cook up fresh summer flavors and recreate them for your special family celebration at home. A professional chef instructor will help you get the finer nuances of making homemade fettuccine and a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Pizza & Calzones - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up the fun factor and bring your family along to relish a good time. Nothing equals the joy of watching your children have fun and learn something new and this will happen at this family-fun-themed cooking class! With yourself and a professional chef instructor on the scene, your children can indulge in making...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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French Specialties - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Let the elegance of french cuisine delight your loved one this special night. Sign up for a heartwarming night with your plus-one as you prepare a spectacularly fine French meal in our professional-led cooking class. You'll be guided and instructed at every step as you cook a Dijon-crusted salmon with a flavorful...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Touring Southeast Asia - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Try your hand at Vietnamese cuisine in this date night special cooking class. Give your loved one a tour of Vietnamese cuisine in this Southeast Asia special cooking class. Here, you'll cook some crispy Vietnamese Crêpes followed by an innovative rice noodle salad, along with tantalizingly sweet cream puffs topped...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Date Night: Surf & Turf
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get The Best Of Both Worlds In Our Special Surf & Turf Cooking Class In this fun-filled unique cooking class, you'll be tackling a menu that will take you on a hearty culinary journey into the sea and through the land. Under the guidance of our professional Chef instructor, you will be using some of the most freshest...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Culinary Creations
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Invite your team to an exciting team-building cooking class outside the office. They will discover how to elevate their culinary skills with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients as they work together to make four courses of elevated...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Gourmet Knife Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to handle kitchen knives with confidence and finesse. This technique-focused cooking class upgrades your knife work with hands-on practice from consistent slicing and dicing to perfecting classic cuts. Your chef instructor will offer tips and guidance as you work to improve your precision, speed and safety....
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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
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.