Top Europe Classes & Workshops - page 6

The holidays are usually filled with good food, and this Christmas cooking lesson in Salzburg combines food and fun to give you a rewarding cooking experience. Test out your skills making traditional Austrian apple strudel and Vanilla Kipferl cookies. Get into the holiday spirit with others as you make these delicious treats. Plus take a lunch break to slurp down some hot goulash soup. If you don't eat all the cookies you've made, you're also welcome to take them home with you at the end of the day.

Immerse yourself in the ancient art of Roman mosaics in a hands-on workshop. Learn traditional techniques, use natural marble, and create your own mosaic masterpiece to take home from an authentic mosaic studio.

For chocolate lovers visiting Vienna, this hands-on workshop offers a fun-filled, interactive way to learn about, make, and taste chocolate. Don’t worry about bringing anything with you, as all ingredients and cooking utensils are provided. This activity takes you through the history of chocolate, and gives you the freedom to create your own bars. Finally, top off your experience with a visit to Vienna’s BO-YO Chocolate Museum.

Step into a traditional Hungarian home for a four-hour cooking class with Chef Marti in Budapest. Choose from five menu options and prepare a three-course Hungarian meal with personalized, one-on-one guidance throughout the process. Beyond learning new recipes, you'll gain a closer look at Hungarian food traditions and home cooking culture.

Experience the authentic side of Mykonos far from the crowds with this wine tasting at a traditional family farm. Enjoy convenient transportation directly to the estate near the village of Ano Mera, where a sommelier will lead you through a tasting of four island wines paired with local products. Learn about the history of Mykonian wine production while you sip the island’s distinct blends in the scenic countryside.

Taste Greek wine in a setting beneath the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. In a small group that’s limited to just 15 people, get the lowdown on Greek wine regions and grapes, and hear tales of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility. Listen to your sommelier guide to learn more as you sip five different wines, accompanied by Greek cheese, olives, and crispbreads.

The best way to connect with any local culture is through food, and nowhere is this more true than Sicily. With this cooking class, shop for ingredients at the market in Taormina like a local before learning how to prepare a variety of traditional Sicilian dishes with Chef Massimo in his restaurant kitchen. Enjoy the fruits of our labors over lunch afterwards, served with two local wines.

What's better than a cooking class to learn how to prepare Sicilian Pizza and Cannoli just a few steps from the Sea of Taormina and Naxos? Together with the "Family Siciliano" you will learn to use fresh and local ingredients, which enhance the flavor of each dish, and make Italy and Sicily famous throughout the world. With Chef Mimmo you will learn the art of preparing Pizza and typical "Bruschetta" with local products: Pachino cherry tomatoes, basil, oregano and olive oil. With the father Siciliano, a great local pastry Chef, you will create the famous Cannoli, learning the secrets of preparing the perfect wafer and cream that make Cannoli the most famous Sicilian dessert in the world. Furthermore, you will learn how to make "Angel Wings", typical traditional sweets which in Sicilian are called "Chiacchiere", and which are popular sweets of the Carnival period. And then everyone to the table, facing the Mediterranean Sea, to enjoy your creations accompanied by a tasting of Limoncello.

Join for an adventure through Alicante's unique culinary world. During this tour, you'll indulge in the sumptuous snacks and tapas of the region. Your guides will be delighted to show you around the local market—over 100 years old—where you can sample everything from freshly picked fruits and veggies to handmade dishes accompanied by traditional beverages. Plus, hear stories about each product’s history so that your experience can truly be one-of-a-kind.

Macarons are one of France's most popular confections, but they can be tricky to prepare. Learn insider tips and tricks for perfecting them during this hands-on, small-group baking class in Paris. Benefit from your expert instructor, who provides detailed instructions throughout the class. Choose the colors you prefer, fill them with buttercream, and taste the freshly baked results. As a bonus, take home a box of macarons as a souvenir.

Get hands-on instruction in preparing two kinds of Italian pasta and a tasty tiramisu during this half-day culinary workshop. Learn homemade, generations-old recipes in an intimate group setting, capped at only 12 participants. Small-group pasta-making workshops take place in the home of a local Palermo chef and include a welcome prosecco with snacks, plus a sampling of your culinary creations.

Learn how to make two types of homemade Italian pasta—topped off by a tasty tiramisu dessert—during this small-group cooking workshop in Montepulciano. Head to the home of a local Tuscan cook and enjoy an intimate class in a group capped at 12 people. A tasting of your creations is included, paired with wine and prosecco.

Get hands-on experience with one-to-one guidance during a private glassmaking lesson. Discover the secrets of Murano glassmaking techniques from one of the most renowned craftsmen of Venice. The 90-minute workshop includes all materials—including your own marvelous glass artwork to take home—plus a 10 percent discount on glassworks from the artist.

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

While visiting Galway County, opt to spend some time away from sightseeing on the city’s popular coast with this Irish homemade baking scones and bread class. You’ll meet in a local’s home to learn how to bake Irish favorites from scratch. Your guide takes the time to teach you how to bake from a provided recipe, as you learn about Ireland’s baking practices of the past and present.

Learn how to prepare two iconic Georgian dishes like a pro during this two-hour, small-group khinkali and khachapuri cooking workshop in Tbilisi. Enjoy a glass of Georgian wine and tasty local snacks as you follow along with a Georgian chef and roll dough and prepare the filling. Listen to stories about Tbilisi and Georgia’s unique food culture along the way. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

Immerse yourself in the wines of Burgundy, Beaujolais, and the Rhone Valley during this workshop held in a restored 19th-century silk factory in the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You'll learn about the winemaking process from grape to glass, led by a wine educator who will be happy to answer any of your questions. Snacks and tastings of all the different varietals are included.

Take a break from sightseeing to learn how to make an authentic Spritz cocktail and fresh pasta like a Roman. This cooking class explores traditional recipes with a local chef in the heart of the city. Working alongside the chef, prepare pasta dough from scratch, cut it into fettuccine and maltagliati, then assemble a bruschetta starter and tiramisu for dessert. Afterwards, sit down for lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you've prepared served with wine, limoncello, and espresso for the perfect introduction to Italy’s remarkable food traditions.

Experience the Benagil Caves like never before! Paddle through hidden beaches and natural rock tunnels, guided by locals who share insider stories of the Algarve coastline. Avoid the crowds, enjoy small group sizes, and capture stunning Instagram photos. With professional guides, quality equipment, and GoPro photos included, this tour offers a unique, sustainable adventure for all skill levels.

Visit the family home of a local Cretan for an evening of cooking, eating, and cultural exchange. Begin your visit in the vegetable gardens, where you harvest ingredients to use in your recipes. Learn traditional dishes from your hosts, hear the stories behind each, and taste local cheeses. Enjoy views of the Aegean Sea and the mountains, then sit down to a meal you helped prepare, paired with local wine.

Skip the guesswork of finding an authentic, hands-on class and enjoy a welcoming cooking experience in Verona. Learn to prepare classic Italian dishes with guidance from a local chef, gaining practical skills you can recreate at home. Cook, share a meal, and connect with local food culture in a relaxed setting without worrying about planning or experience level.

Engage in a hands-on Italian cooking class in Rome and learn to craft fresh pasta and traditional tiramisù from scratch! Guided by a professional chef, you’ll create delicious stuffed ravioli, fettuccine, and tiramisù while mastering authentic techniques in a fun, interactive setting. After cooking, relax in a cozy restaurant to savor your homemade meal, complete with wine and a refreshing taste of limoncello.

Experience a piece of the culture of southern Spain with a flamenco dancing lesson in Seville. Part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, flamenco is an art form born in Spain's Andalusia region. At the city center, you'll learn basic flamenco movements and perform a dance in traditional clothing, just like the professionals do.

Visit a local market and learn how to cook authentic Portuguese and Portuguese-influenced Goan dishes. Your host Paula invites you into her home where you will learn how to create traditional family recipes. Create a variety of appetizers and main dishes, then sit down to enjoy your creations. Round the evening off with a tasty dessert.