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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Modern Asian at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a restaurant-style experience at home showcasing vibrant Asian flavors. This hands-on cooking class celebrates Asian cuisines with bold sauces, tangy dressings, fresh vegetables and an elegant dessert that's not too sweet. Your chef instructor teaches essential methods for preparing elevated dishes inspired by...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Café-Inspired Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Coffee shop flavors meet French macarons in this in-depth lesson. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn the ins and outs of making macarons featuring cozy café flavors. The chef will show you how to properly meringue eggs and build the delicate batter. After piping and baking the shells, you'll prepare...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Knife Cut Confidence
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Practice foundational skills from essential cuts to knife sharpening and maintenance. In this technique-driven cooking class, you'll master foundational knife skills and build your culinary confidence. Learn to dice and julienne evenly with precision. The chef will also demonstrate how to sharpen and maintain your...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Teens Cooking Series
Creative Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Take your cupcakes to the next level with enticing flavors and seasonal decorations. This family-friendly cooking class highlights the signature celebration treat: cupcakes! Designed for cooks of all ages, you'll practice fundamental techniques for preparing cake batters and frostings to turn into flavorful delights....
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Tuscany for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Book a culinary flight to the Tuscan region of Chianti. Forgot the standard date night doings with a fun and interactive cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, this session allows you to learn kitchen skills like searing, chopping and grilling a variety of traditional Italian ingredients into authentic recipes you can...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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A Timeless French Touch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic dishes get an elegant French spin in this hands-on lesson. In this gourmet cooking class, you'll practice fundamental techniques from the French kitchen. Using fresh, quality ingredients, the chef teaches you to prepare a timeless menu. Sear salmon to serve with white wine pan sauce, then haricots verts and...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Lively Louisiana Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make classic recipes from New Orleans. This immersive cooking class showcases the signature flavors of the Big Easy. An expert instructor teaches you how to prepare authentic chicken and andouille sausage gumbo and infuse loads of flavor into classic red beans and rice. Perfectly cook peel-and-eat shrimp...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Brazilian Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Boost your culinary skills and bring Brazilian flavors to your home kitchen. Take a break from the standard date night and join a cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, sessions feature the knife skills, ingredient prep and cooking techniques of authentic Brazilian cuisine. Learn how to sear, grill and braise while...
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Natick
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Better Brioche
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn chef tips for making the soft, buttery French bread. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll master the art of brioche with sweet and savory versions of the enriched loaf. The chef instructor teaches methods for mixing the dough; then, you'll create three versions of the decadent bread. Fry brioche donuts for a...
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Natick
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Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Sharpen your blades and polish your skills in this knife-skill special cooking class. This cooking class will help you gain invaluable practical knowledge of handling a knife in a kitchen and wielding it to make delicacies that showcase the best of your potential. No chef is ever complete without basic knife skills. A...
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Natick
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Five-Star Mediterranean Fusion
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic Mediterranean ingredients get the delicate dining touch in this interactive lesson. This hands-on cooking class brings out your inner restaurant chef as you explore gourmet techniques and enticing regional flavors. Your instructor will show you how to sous vide steak to achieve the perfect temperature and...
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Natick
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Coastal Mexican – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Escape to Acapulco with a feast of coastal Mexican flavors. The flavors and aromas of this cooking class transport you to the coast of Mexico. You'll practice knife skills and other fundamentals while creating a vibrant menu featuring zesty tequila-lime shrimp with spicy and sweet mango relish. Jazz up rice with...
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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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