Top Europe Cooking Classes

With this most typical and traditional event in all of Galicia called the queimada, you will enjoy the whole show including all it traditional tools to make it a real galician queimada. Also we will explain its origins and how to prepare it. Of course with a tasting at the end of the show of our authentic queimada.

Most Albanian culinary secrets are closely guarded—learn time-tested recipes and techniques during this private, traditional cooking workshop in Tirana. Get hands-on instruction from a local chef as you learn how to prepare fresh Albanian mezze, flaky burek, slow-roasted chicken, and a baked dessert. Then, sit down to enjoy your meal, with raki and wine included.

There’s no better gift to bring back from Sicily than the gift of local cuisine. Improve your culinary skills and cultural nous on this authentic small-group experience led by a passionate chef in his own home. Shop at a local market in the morning. Then learn the rich multicultural stories behind every dish you prepare as you cook up four different dishes then sit down to them at lunch.

Learn the secrets to making the best Irish coffee at this group masterclass in the heart of Dublin. Your guide shows you the tips to get just the right amounts of coffee, whiskey, and cream to create a delicious, warm, and creamy beverage with a kick. Besides learning how to make an Irish coffee, hear stories from your guide about the drink’s origins- much more than you could learn from just a recipe.

Skip the usual night out at a bar for this private wine-tasting experience with a professional sommelier. Meet in a top venue in the heart of Valencia, warm up with an aperitif, and taste five artisanal Spanish wines, learning about each in detail as you drink. Leave with the confidence to order wine with ease during the rest of your vacation.

Learn how to make two classic Italian dishes—pizza and tiramisu—from scratch during this small-group cooking class, located in the heart of Rome on the corner of Piazza Navona. Get hands-on guidance from your instructor, learn handy cooking tips and tricks, and sample your creations at the end of class. Leave with your appetite satisfied, plus, an understanding of Italian food you won't find in the guidebooks.

Beaune is the gateway to the Burgundy wine region, but you don’t have to travel far from the city to sample its famous wines. This private tasting experience is guided by a professional sommelier and custom-made just for you and your group. Sample a hand-picked selection of seven red and white wines, all of them Premier Cru or Grand Cru classified, and learn how to identify the different varietals, producers, and terroir.

Dutch wine exists, and what’s more, it’s delicious. Discover Dutch wine for yourself on this exclusive tasting at a speakeasy bar in central Amsterdam. Taste five different Dutch wines made by local winemakers, and let your expert sommelier guide teach you about each bottle and the winemakers who made them. Try something new in one of the world’s most adventurous and unique cities.

Connect with an expert home cook and learn the tricks and techniques to turning out fresh pasta like a pro in her Sanremo kitchen. Roll up your sleeves and get busy making tagliatelle, ravioli, and gnocchi along with three different sauces under the guidance of your host and instructor. Savor your handiwork at the end of the class with a celebratory lunch or dinner on the terrace overlooking the sea.

Experience the authentic side of Positano with this easy cooking class hosted by a local family in their home. Learn how to make three different kinds of spaghetti dishes—tossed with fresh cherry tomatoes, Amalfi Coast lemons, and local chili peppers. Then try your hand at assembling a classic tiramisù from scratch for dessert. Sample the dishes you've made over a celebratory lunch with your hosts, including water, local wine, and soda.

Turn cooking into a party with this pasta-making experience. Ideal for London locals and tourists alike, you learn all about how to make fresh pasta from scratch, all while sipping complimentary bottomless prosecco and learning about the history and traditions of Italian pasta making. After you’re done cooking, enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner.

Discover the culinary side of Milan—and learn far more than you would simply eating in a restaurant—on this small-group cooking class, including all ingredients and drinks along the way. Step inside a historic family-owned eatery, discover traditional Italian cooking techniques, and sample flavors and ingredients you might otherwise have overlooked. Make two pasta dishes and a tiramisu dessert before enjoying them with perfectly-paired glasses of wine.

Explore the culinary side of Andalusia–and learn far more than you would in a restaurant–on this small-group cooking class in Malaga. Discover why tapas is a Spanish tradition, get hands-on with seasonal ingredients, and try new cooking techniques. Prepare favorites like Ajoblanco Malagueño and Tortilla de Patatas, pick up tips for recreating the dishes at home, and savor your finished creations with local wine–all included.

Get hands‐on with authentic Roman cuisine in this fun and educational cooking class with a local chef. Learn the techniques for making classic fettuccine from scratch and end with a delicious tiramisu dessert. You’ll enjoy tasting every creation and gain skills you can replicate at home—all without worrying about deciphering recipes or restaurant menus.

Step into the kitchen of a passionate and friendly chef for a fun pasta and gelato cooking class near the Vatican. Alongside a small group, master the art of making homemade fettuccine and tomato sauce, as well as delectable gelato using fresh ingredients and basic kitchen tools. Delight your taste buds with appetizers, fantastic wine and beer, water, and soft drinks, and enjoy everything you prepare with new friends of all ages.

Learn how to make a traditional Roman-style pizza from scratch during this small-group pizza workshop. Get hands-on instruction from an authentic Roman pizza chef—from dough preparation to preparing the toppings—and discover time-honored techniques that have been passed down for generations. Top it all off with a bite of your homemade masterpiece paired with antipasti and wine or beer.

Learn how to make a Neapolitan-style pizza from scratch during this two-and-a-half-hour, small-group pizza-making workshop outside Sorrento. Head to a scenic local farmhouse to get hands-on instruction from a professional pizza chef. Prepare a generations-old recipe, then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, followed by a homemade dessert and glass of limoncello. Gluten-free options are available.

Discover how to make an authentic Neapolitan pizza–and learn far more than you would by just eating it–in this Lake Como cooking class. Discover why the Margherita is an Italian classic, perfect your dough-kneading techniques, and get hands-on with local ingredients. Pick up insider tips and tricks for recreating the dish at home before enjoying your finished creation with a glass of Italian beer or wine.

Learn how to prepare traditional Greek dishes, and enjoy a convivial, homey setting in a traditional cave house—this unique Santorini cooking class offers a delicious immersion into local culinary traditions. Make your own way to the facilities, and enjoy appetizers and wine upon arrival. With your guide’s hands-on instructions, learn how to prepare several Greek dishes. At the end of class, enjoy your meal on the lovely terrace, with wine, desserts, and Greek coffee to go with.

Cooking classes are an ideal way to learn about Italian culture, but some just keep you inside a kitchen where you’re unable to experience the attractions. This combo experience starts with a guided walking tour of landmarks including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Next, head to a local kitchen where you learn to whip up an authentic 3-course meal under the guidance of a professional chef.

Leave the bustle and chaos of Rome behind for the day and experience the best of Tivoli’s culture and cuisine on this private tour. Travel to Tivoli in comfortable, private transport from your hotel to avoid the stress of public transport. Explore the ornate Villa d’Este gardens at your own pace plus connect with a local chef for a hands-on pasta cooking class and traditional lunch.

Roll up your sleeves in Rome, and learn how to create two classic fresh pasta dishes—fettuccine and ravioli—along with a classic tiramisu dessert. With a local chef at your side, you’ll hear tips about cutting and rolling the pasta, enjoy a glass of prosecco or a soft drink, and then sit down to eat your creations, followed by limoncello and coffee. Nice touch: The group is capped at just 13 people for a more sociable atmosphere.

Discover the Basque Country’s signature dishes by learning how to make them yourself with this cookery class. Begin with a visit to the market to learn about the defining ingredients of Basque cuisine. Then get hands-on as you prepare a four-course lunch, including a sweet treat for dessert. Sit down, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a glass of local wine to match each course.

Don't just savor croissants during your Parisian getaway—learn insider tips and tricks for mastering them yourself during this hands-on, small-group cooking class. Perfect for visiting cooks and food lovers looking to learn, this class is hosted by an experienced pastry chef. Explore the different techniques of croissant-making, and even have the chance to prepare special versions. Afterwards, enjoy your treats—and your enviable new skills.