Worldwide · COOKING CLASSES
You shop the market first, then cook what you bought. These 15 classes are honest about how much you cook versus watch, how long the market half runs, and whether lunch or dinner is the thing you make.
Cook classic Greek dishes, shop Athens Central Market, and share a wine-paired meal in this friendly four-hour class.
“It was a very enjoyable experience - lots of good learning and good fun too. The hosts could not have been kinder.”
Cook authentic Mexican dishes, shop a local market, and learn from an English-speaking chef in a small Mexico City class.
“Wonderful overall. Jose was a great host and chef-definitely one of the better activities we did in Mexico City. Dinner was delicious and authentic… fun!!!”
Tour Florence’s Central Market, make fresh pasta and tiramisù, then enjoy a Tuscan meal with Chianti for $63.
“My daughter and I had a wonderful day with Jon as our chef. We learned how to make ravioli and tagliatelle and tiramisu- plus some traditional sauces. Jon was a fun and knowledgeable host: we learned a lot and had a great time!”
Cook Sicilian classics in Taormina, shop for fresh ingredients, enjoy wine and lunch, and take home recipes, an apron, and a certificate.
“Informative, fun, entertaining! Lots of hands on prep (and time spent washing hands with 2 sinks for 12 people) but as the location was in a restaurant not any real hands on cooking over heat as in other experiences I have had. I will try the recipes at home once received. All delicious!”
Learn Oaxacan street food in Zimatan with handmade tortillas, salsas, empanadas, hibiscus margaritas, pickup, and a recipe book.
“Very nice class. The driver was on time and easy to find. Cooking class was enjoyable. We learned about the history of the area. It was a very hot day so the heat was a factor for us.”
Shop A Coruña’s fresh market, cook Galician seafood and paella with David and Ana, then enjoy a generous three-hour meal with drinks.
“We have a fantastic time with David and Ana. There were 6 people at the event. It started off with a lovely tour of a local fish, met and veg market where David bought the items we were to cook. Fantastic to visit local places which ordinarily you miss when travelling in a place for only 1 day. We cooked delicious food and lovely to meet the other people. The place is beautifully decorated, generous with the wine and food was delicious. A really good couple of hours and great value for money.”
Cook Osaka street food in an old Japanese kitchen, making udon, tempura, okonomiyaki, and more with drinks included.
“Natalie took us through the process of making our own udon noodles & tempura which was delicious. She was a fantastic teacher and created a very relaxing environment. She also kindly accommodated for me as vegetarian. Wonderful experience, would definitely recommend.”
Cook arancini and cannoli with Chef Ettore in Syracuse, tour the market, taste local foods, and enjoy Sicilian wine in a small group.
“By far the highlight of the trip! If you're a food lover and want an immersive Sicilian experience, this is for you!!!”
Cook Lisbon street food in two hours, from bifana to caldo verde, with wine, ginja, local stories, and a shared meal.
“The activity was great! I really liked the food we made.”
Shop Arusha’s central market, ride local transport, and cook traditional Tanzanian food with a local chef for $42.
“From the moment we were picked up from our hotel, the experience was seamless and welcoming. The transfer was punctual and comfortable, setting the tone for an unforgettable day. Our guide Jack was warm, knowledgeable, and madRead more”
Make gua bao, lu rou fan, and boba from scratch in Taipei with CookInn Taiwan. A small-group class, homemade meal, and recipe book included.
“Fantastic cooking class, the teacher was patient with our kids, ages 8,10 and 11 and happily involved them in everything. The food was so delicious!”
Learn to make Beijing jian bing in a private 90-minute workshop with fillings, local food history, and hands-on help in a hutong.
“Such a fun workshop. Dom explained the history of Jian Bings with an entertaining story, then the technique of making them and was there to help when needed. There was a plentiful assortment of fillings to use, from traditional savoury to sweet chocolate and banana. Read more”
Explore Arusha’s central market, cook Tanzanian dishes with a local chef, and enjoy a hands-on five-hour food experience for $45.
“It’s a very nice day with the guides (Israel and Leroy) The guides were very attentive and interesting. We visit 2 markets and take the time with the peoples, and buy the food for cooking. The chef Neema was very nice too. She is very good chef and its funny to cook together. A beautiful moment with this people.”
Learn to make bifana, caldo verde, and Portuguese vegetable tempura in a friendly Lisbon cooking class with wine and ginginha.
“It was one of the highlights of our 3-week trip. Whole family, including teenagers, all agreed this was the best and we would do something like this in every city we travel to in the future. It is a memory we will cherish forever and recipes we will enjoy at home! Everyone agreed, the recipes we made came as top three sandwiches (local recipe), EVER!”
Learn Sicilian street food with Chef Ettore in Syracuse, including market time, wine, hands-on cooking, and a shared tasting.
“We were a group of 8. This was a great way to spend our time in Sicily. We only have a short period to do something. We thought about just trying the local cuisine. But thought this would be fun too. The class was fun and informative With their help we made some very delicious traditional Italian cuisine.. it was so yet delicious. I would recommend this and do it again if we come back.”
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