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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Kids Cooking Series
Italian Night - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gather the famiglia to create a handmade Italian-inspired menu together. This hands-on cooking class expands the options for Italian night at home with a selection of crowd-pleasing Italian classics. The chef instructor meets each participant at their skill level with individual tasks to contribute to the overall...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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American Cupcake Creations - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Get creative as a family as you decorate your favorite cupcakes in true American style. Families who like food are sure to love getting creative in the kitchen with this exciting cupcake cooking class. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll whip up a batch of firework cupcakes together, topping them with...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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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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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Dinner Deluxe - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your favorite foodie to an evening of five-star dining with this chef-led cooking lesson. If you and your significant other share a passion for great food, you're sure to love preparing a five-star meal together in this chef-led cooking class. Under your chef's guidance, you'll learn to prepare a host of...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Get Set for Grill Season
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Up your grilling game with flame-kissed flavors in this exciting chef-led cooking course. If you're hoping to become the king of the cookout this summer season, why not hone your grilling skills by enrolling in this dedicated cooking class? With a renowned chef as your guide, you'll learn to master grilled goodies...
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Chef Patrick 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 Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Tuscan Summer Dreams - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport your tastebuds to Tuscany in this chef-led, Italian-themed class for couples. This Tuscan-themed cooking class is perfect for couples who crave the flavors of an Italian summer. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll get hands-on with some of the country's most iconic flavors and recipes, like Tuscan...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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French Focus: Heritage Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unleash your inner patissier as you unlock the secrets to perfect French macarons. If you think that baking the perfect French macarons is beyond your culinary skillset, this dedicated cooking class dares you to think again. In it, a renowned chef will teach you the tricks to mastering these icons of French...
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Chef Patrick or Resident Chef
Natick
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Korean Kitchen Flavors With Groumet Tools
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on with specialized equipment while mastering killer Korean flavors in this dedicated culinary lesson. If you dream of adding some Korean culinary flair to your home-cooking game, this exciting cooking class is sure to make that dream come true. In it, you'll use Joyce Chen original shears as well as other...
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Natick
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Cuisines of Asia - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embark on a romantic culinary tour of Southeast Asia in this chef-led couple's cooking lesson. If you and your significant other share a passion for the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia, you're sure to absolutely love this cooking class. In it, you'll learn from a renowned chef how to prepare some of the region's...
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Natick
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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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Flavorful Fish and Chips
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn fish fry fundamentals under the guidance of a chef in this dedicated foodie class. Master the perfect recipe for fish and chips in this exciting, fish-forward cooking class. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll sip on a refreshing Arnold Palmer as you learn to create delicately-seasoned beer batter,...
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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.