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 Downtown Boston, South End or Back Bay, 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.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Italian Cuisine For Couples. Spice up your date night with a romantic Italian cooking class. Learn to create authentic Italian classics while learning from a five-star professional chef. Discover new skills in the kitchen while having a blast with your plus one. Gain hands-on skills such as making pasta, simmering...
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Elegant Raspberry Layer Cake
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn top-tier techniques for creating stunning layer cakes. This hands-on cooking class provides the opportunity to explore high-end pastry skills while you create a culinary masterpiece. Learn industry secrets for building showstopping cakes with even layers, decadent fillings and a refined presentation. Fill layers...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
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A Parisian Escape - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French cuisine for two. Experience the romance of France in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to cook elegant French fare from a top-notch professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while making lasting memories with your date. Sear succulent scallops with beurre blanc, layer potatoes...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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French Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make steak the French way. Join a unique French culinary experience in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to recreate classic French steakhouse fare from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as perfectly searing steaks, whisking up scratch-made sauces and...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
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Modern French Bistro
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic French flavors surprise and delight with a refreshing modern twist. Bistro-style classics get a contemporary upgrade in this gourmet cooking class. Follow along with the chef as you learn restaurant-style secrets for reinventing traditional recipes. You’ll pair juicy strip steak with whole-grain mustard...
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Natick
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Versatile Pie Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the possibilities of pie crust with these creative ideas. This interactive cooking class will inspire your culinary creativity as you craft sweet and savory delights using handmade pie dough. The chef shares secrets for making the perfect dough, then you’ll use it for the base of mushroom or berry-filled...
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Natick
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Flavor-Packed Vegetarian Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a tantalizing vegetarian feast inspired by classic Mediterranean flavors. This hands-on cooking class draws inspiration from Greece to the Middle East to create a satisfying and flavorful meatless menu. With tips from an expert chef, you'll season, form and fry fragrant falafel and mix a classic Greek salad....
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Romance in Kyoto - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a touch of Japanese sophistication to your culinary repertoire. In this interactive cooking class, you and your sweetheart will practice classic Japanese techniques to create a high-end menu. The chef shares tips for searing salmons, frying tempura and rolling sushi. Then, elevate your creations with flavorful...
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Natick
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Kids Cooking Series
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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Tuscan Amore - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft an elegant menu showcasing the classic flavors of Tuscany. This hands-on cooking class blends the rustic comfort of traditional Italian cuisine with fine dining elegance. Guided by a world-class chef, you will learn elevated techniques for preparing steak accented with capers, arugula and Parmesan cheese....
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Elevated Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a sophisticated menu showcasing signature Italian cooking. Fine dining meets classic Italian in this hands-on cooking class. Follow along with a world-class chef as you prepare hearty pork chops with sage and parsley pesto. You’ll learn tips for enhancing sides with flavor and finesse, like roasting potatoes...
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Soulful Southern Fried Chicken
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Indulge in the iconic flavors of the South with this fried chicken feast. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the culinary traditions of the American South. You’ll learn tried-and-true techniques for preparing crunchy, golden buttermilk fried chicken and slowly braising tender greens with bacon. Your instructor...
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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
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