Cooking Classes in Boston
Best Cooking Classes in Boston for your next culinary journey
Experience the Cradle of Liberty’s rich culinary traditions through cooking classes in Boston, where local classics blend with global techniques. Craft New England clam chowder or learn to bake Boston cream pie, explore pasta-making from scratch and try your hand at Japanese sushi rolling with fresh Boston's seafood. or even add a touch of French elegance by mastering delicate pastries or reimagine Boston’s iconic flavors with guidance from talented local chefs. These engaging cooking sessions, located within a short drive of Cambridge, Brookline or Somerville, offer a unique way to enhance your kitchen skills. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or new to the culinary world, cooking lessons in Boston provide an unforgettable opportunity to explore, create and savor. Reserve your spot at culinary classes today to taste the best of Boston’s vibrant food scene!
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Tasting New Orleans
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Sample the signature flavors of the Big Easy with classic and creative dishes. This interactive cooking class blends modern and traditional flavors from one of America’s most renowned culinary destinations. You’ll learn to make authentic classics like gumbo and dirty rice, then discover fun, contemporary creations...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Exploring Caribbean Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Sample vibrant flavors from across the Caribbean in this immersive lesson. This hands-on cooking class showcases the signature dishes and tropical ingredients that distinguish the cuisines of the Caribbean. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll spice and grill a Jamaican classic, jerk chicken. Then, fry tostones, a...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Spectacular Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn chef secrets for crafting picture-perfect sushi. This hands-on cooking class highlights the fundamentals of making sushi from preparing the rice to filling and forming the rolls. With an expert chef to guide you, you and your date will practice rolling traditional maki and hand rolls filled with your favorite...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Savory-Sweet Breakfast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the balance between savory and sweet with these tantalizing breakfast dishes. Whether you prefer cinnamon rolls or scrambled eggs in the morning, you're sure to love this breakfast-themed cooking class. Guided by an expert instructor, you'll practice fundamental techniques while preparing fun, modern recipes to...
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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
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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Chef Shawn or Resident Chef
Natick
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Thai at Home: Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Skip the takeout menu by learning to prepare your favorite Asian cuisine at home. Plan a fun date night with a cooking class designed to bring the flavors, colors and textures of Traditional Thai cuisine to your kitchen table. A gourmet chef leads you and your sweetie through a series of culinary skills, ingredient...
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Natick
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Sizzling Szechuan
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fire up classic Szechuan dishes with guidance from a world-class chef. In this interactive cooking class, you'll explore the bold, spicy flavors signature of southwest China. Led by the chef, you'll practice fundamental techniques, including folding dumplings, making sauces and using a wok. Savory pork wontons are...
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Natick
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Cozy Tuscan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor a comforting menu inspired by traditional Tuscan cuisine. This immersive cooking class invites you to experience the warm hospitality of Tuscany through its signature flavors. The chef teaches you to braise chicken in the Tuscan style to serve with luxuriously creamy parmesan polenta and roasted balsamic green...
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Natick
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Fresh In-Season Pastas
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate handcrafted pasta and sauces with fresh, seasonal ingredients. An expert chef teaches the foundations of pasta-making in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn to make both filled and hand-cut pasta styles, including egg ravioli dressed in savory sage brown butter and pappardelle accented with prosciutto,...
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Natick
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Celebrating Spanish Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Showcase the culinary heritage of Spain with a vibrant menu of traditional dishes. This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the sights, sounds and smells of an authentic Spanish kitchen. Guided by the chef, you'll stuff and wrap dates in serrano ham to create a sweet and salty appetizer. Then, learn the essential...
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Puff Pastry Shortcuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn a quick and easy version of puff pastry to make sweet and savory delights. In this hands-on cooking class, the chef shares secrets for making a speedy rough puff pastry that skips the meticulous layering and chilling required for traditional laminated dough. Your instructor walks you through the steps for...
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Natick
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French Chef Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a five-star French menu with a selection of timeless dishes. This hands-on cooking class transports you to the French countryside with the aroma of chicken simmering in white wine as you prepare coq au vin. The fragrance of truffles fills the kitchen while making pommes purée. Finally, you present Julia Child's...
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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.