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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Kids Cooking Series
3-Day Holiday Baking Series for Kids
$199
Cooking Class
$199
Inspire your young chef’s culinary confidence and creativity. This interactive cooking class designed for ages 7-11 teaches aspiring chefs essential baking techniques. Guided by an expert chef, these fun and engaging lessons cover kneading bread dough, mixing batters and decorating festive treats for the holiday...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Savory and Sweet French Staples
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master essential French techniques with these simply elegant recipes. This hands-on cooking class explores timeless French methods with guidance from a world-class chef. You’ll enhance roasted chicken with herbs, leeks and bacon for a fragrant and flavorful main course. Complement the dish with cheesy pommes aligot...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Elevated Dinner Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enhance simple dishes with flavor-boosting tips from a world-class chef. In this technique-driven cooking class, you’ll learn to transform staple dishes into a showstopping feast. Guided by the chef, you will craft fragrant garlic chicken to serve with creamy brown butter mashed potatoes and green beans brightened...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Italian Vacation - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with this family-friendly menu of Italian favorites. This immersive cooking class explores beloved Italian dishes that you can easily recreate at home. With tips from the chef, you’ll learn to make homemade fettuccine alfredo and fresh tomato sauce to serve over chicken...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Edible Gnomes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create whimsical wintery gnomes in this festive, family-friendly lesson. This hands-on cooking class designed for all ages teaches classic French techniques with a festive holiday theme. With step-by-step instruction from a world-class chef, you’ll learn how to prepare choux pastry dough for traditional cream puffs...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Seaside Italian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the bounty of the Italian coast with traditional seafood dishes. This hands-on cooking class highlights fresh seafood in classic Italian cuisine. Guided by the chef, you’ll craft tangy cioppino and serve crusty bruschetta with creamy salmon spread. Mix up a light Caesar salad, then round out the menu with...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Classic Bundt Bakes
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master a selection of tried-and-true baked goods prepared in a bundt pan. In this cookware-focused cooking class, an expert chef will elevate your baking skills as you explore traditional bundt-shaped desserts. Learn to craft soft, pillowy dough for pull-apart monkey bread. Then, prepare silky chocolate flan cake for...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Traditional Persian Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the fresh and vibrant flavors of Persian cuisine. This interactive cooking class celebrates fragrant and flavorful dishes from the traditional Persian kitchen. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll chop cucumbers and tomatoes for a refreshing salad accented with mint. Learn to grill saffron-scented chicken...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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A French Bistro Spread
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform your kitchen into a cozy French bistro with classic recipes. This technique-driven cooking class highlights the fundamentals of French cuisine. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll learn to infuse flavor into French onion soup, craft a cognac sauce to serve over pan-roasted chicken and mix up a zesty...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Refreshing Thanksgiving Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Need some Thanksgiving inspiration? Take this class to get a re-fresh ready for the holidays. Give your traditional Thanksgiving a modern facelift in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make a delicious Thanksgiving meal from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Cook through a multi-course menu...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
CHEF’S PLACE
Favorites of Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Italian cuisine is easier to make than you think. Join this hands-on cooking class for an exciting exploration of Italian cuisine. Learn to create restaurant-quality Italian cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills while crafting olive-braised pork chops with a side of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Buttery Flaky Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
French Croissants Master French baking techniques in this hands-on cooking class. Discover the tips and tricks behind crafting the perfect croissant from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Learn to make two types of croissants from scratch such as a savory leek and Gruyère cheese croissant and...
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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.