Top Europe Cooking Classes

Learn the secrets to traditional Italian cooking when you book this immersive gnocchi-making experience in the heart of Rome. Join a small group at a cooking studio in Piazza Navona and make homemade gnocchi from scratch with your instructors. After the hands-on class, relax with a drink at the restaurant as the staff serves you the gnocchi you've made, paired with your choice of sauce, plus bruschetta served upon request.

Discover new flavors and family recipes that you haven’t tried before by taking part in this foodie experience in Olbia. Learn to make two styles of pasta from scratch using organic flours and semolina. Then, enter a small wine cellar to learn the ancient methods of Sardinia wine production. Finally—the best part—sit down, relax, and eat a delicious meal of local Sardinian specialties.

Nothing says wine like the French Riviera, although many vineyards are located far from coastal cities—making them tough for travelers to reach. This exclusive small-group vineyard tour and wine-tasting takes place right within Nice, just a short bus or taxi ride from the city center. Learn about the local terroir during a sommelier-led visit and taste three tasty regional wines, all in under two hours.

Nothing says "pizza" quite like Naples—but, while anyone can visit the city and grab a slice, it takes local insight to understand all that goes into crafting a perfect oven-fired pie. During this small-group pizza-making workshop, get hands-on instruction as you learn how to prepare your own meal, from choosing fresh ingredients to kneading dough and firing your creation. Then, sit down to enjoy a homemade lunch to dinner.

Amalfi has more to offer travelers than fantastic coastal scenery—it’s also a great spot to try regional cuisine. But without a local to guide the way, it is easy to squander meals on disappointing tourist traps. On this half-day cooking workshop, enjoy a freshly prepared meal that you can’t find in any restaurant with a twist : first, prepare the dishes yourself after hands-on demonstrations from a chef.

Perfect the art of making one of Portugal’s sweetest treats during a *pasteis de nata* (custard tart) cooking class in Lisbon. You’ll enjoy personalized instruction in a small group limited to only 12 others, as you make everything—including the pastry—from scratch. Plus, the short duration of this tour means you’ll have plenty of time for sightseeing before and after.

Nothing connects you to Neapolitan food culture quite like making its most beloved dishes by hand. Guided by a local Neapolitan chef, make fresh dough by hand and shape it into both fettuccine and ricotta-filled ravioli, then prepare two sauces from scratch, before assembling your own tiramisù layer by layer. At the end, sit down to taste everything you've made while the chef shares stories of Italy’s culinary traditions.

Held in one of Paris’s trendiest neighborhoods, Les Batignolles, this is not just a hands-on cooking class but a fully immersive culinary experience led by a former Cordon Bleu instructor. Unlike many Parisian workshops that emphasize demonstrations, this hands-on class ensures every guest actively participates in preparing each dish from start to finish. With a maximum of six participants, the intimate setting allows for personalized guidance, making it ideal for mastering authentic techniques. While the focus is on classic French cuisine, guests can also explore Colombian or Asian flavors upon request. After cooking, guests sit together to enjoy the gourmet meal they have created. Each participant leaves with a deeper culinary understanding, a certificate of accomplishment, and a cookbook featuring all the class recipes. This class is for person aged 15 and older. No children please.

Paella tops most visitors' list of dishes to try in Spain, and this small-group class teaches you to cook the Valencian original from scratch. Warm up with two Andalusian classics: ajoblanco, a chilled almond soup, and Malaga salad. Mix a pitcher of sangria as you cook, then sit down to eat everything you've made. Round off the meal with a traditional Andalusian dessert.

Rather than just eating signature Spanish dishes, learn the art of making perfect Spanish paella directly from a chef during a cooking class and market tour in Malaga. Pick out the ingredients at a vibrant food market, make a traditional paella and 'gazpacho' (chilled soup) with expert instruction, and feast on your creations with your fellow cooks, accompanied by beer or wine. Tastings of popular local snacks are included for an authentic culinary experience.

The best way to learn to cook is with hands-on instruction, but most visitors to Istanbul don’t know residents who can help them learn how to prepare everything from dolma to börek. This small-group experience gives you first-hand experience with Turkish cuisine and takes place in a local home for maximum cultural immersion.

Experience a special foodie experience in Madrid where you can learn how to make paella, tapas, and pick seasonal fruit from market for dessert. This deep dive into Spanish gastronomy begins with a traditional market visit where you can get insider tips about local ingredients. Then, visit a private kitchen for an intimate cooking class, limited to a small group size. At the end, feast on the food you’ve created, with drinks included too.

There’s no better place than Italy to make pizza, so when you’re in Milan, opt for a cooking class and learn to make it with your own hands. With a local chef, you’ll create a classic Neapolitan pizza and a tiramisu dessert from scratch, enjoying wine and conversation as you work. Insider tips on Milan restaurants, markets, and ingredients are covered, too.

Taste and experience the authentic Tuscan countryside in Fucecchio, without the hassle of arranging different activities, on this hands-on tour from Florence. Walk among olive trees and vineyards, visit the wine cellar to taste five organic Tuscan wines and olive oil, then learn fresh pasta making with professional chefs before enjoying a meal featuring your creations.

Get an insiders' peek at one of Scotland’s top working distilleries on a 90-minute tour of Glengoyne near Glasgow that reveals every stage of the traditional whisky-making process. Explore the historic No.1 Warehouse to learn how wood shapes flavor and color over time, then enjoy a tutored tasting of Glengoyne White Oak, 18 Year Old, and 21 Year Old whiskies—each paired with a handmade chocolate truffle by Highland Chocolatier Iain Burnett.

Immerse yourself in the flavour and heritage of whisky without leaving the Scottish capital. This whisky-tasting experience in Edinburgh includes tastings of three malts from different Scottish regions. As you enjoy your *drams*, your host fills you in on the history and culture of whisky and why it arouses so much passion.

Sip two of Italy's classic wines—and enjoy a uniquely personalized way to learn—during this private, tutored tasting experience, hosted right near Florence’s Ponte Vecchio. With just your guide for company, learn all about how wine is made, aged, and analyzed, and have opportunities to ask lots of questions. Choose the wines you wish to try from a range of regions and styles, and savor their unique flavors.

If you’re visiting Italy, chances are you’ve indulged in some hand-made pasta. But do you know how this ubiquitous Italian dish is made? Learn how to craft and cook your very own fettuccine during this small-group cooking workshop located in the heart of Rome’s historic city center (centro storico). After your lesson, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, paired with complimentary wine or beer and snacks.

Immerse yourself in the Netherlands' cheese culture with a small-group tasting featuring 10 different cheeses paired with beer and wine. Hosted in a popular local shop near Rembrandtplein, this session includes traditional gouda varieties, three dips including mustard, and a short film about cheesemaking. Learn about Dutch cheese history while enjoying two drinks and a 10% store discount.

Immerse yourself in Italy’s culinary traditions with this small-group cooking class in Rome’s lively Ponte Milvio neighborhood. Learn to make traditional recipes—from fresh pasta to lasagna and classic tiramisu—and get tips to recreate these dishes at home. At the end, enjoy your creations with a glass of wine in a relaxed setting.

Learn the art of the Neapolitan pizza from a local pizzaiolo during this hands-on cooking class in Sorrento. From a terrace overlooking the Gulf of Sorrento, master traditional techniques that make Neapolitan pizza world famous. Knead, roll, and stretch your base, add toppings, and bake your pizza in a wood-fired oven, then enjoy your handiwork with local wine, lunch, and dessert. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Master the art of preparing Turkish coffee during a small-group class in Istanbul. Begin at Balkapanı Han with a history lesson on coffee in Turkish culture. Then, follow your instructor's lead to create the perfect cup of this iconic beverage. At the end, enjoy a fortune reading of your coffee grounds and receive a charming coffee set to take home.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from Rome than the art of Italian cooking. Learn how to make two Italian signatures—fresh egg pasta and tiramisu dessert—in just a couple of hours at this to-the-point class. A local chef at a heritage Roman restaurant leads the group of no more than 14 travelers. Once you’re done, sit down to your pasta with sauce, a glass of wine, tiramisu, and limoncello.

Take a break from a busy sightseeing schedule, whilst still keeping kids entertained, with this family-friendly cookery class near the Colosseum. Follow the guidance of a local chef as you all learn to make pizza and tiramisu, with specific cooking techniques and tools designed to keep children safe and engaged. Then, sit down together to enjoy your homemade meal, with prosecco for the adults and soft drinks for little travelers.