Top Europe Cooking Classes

This is more than a tasting or standard cooking class. The experience takes place inside a real working Gulluoglu baklava shop and is rooted in a baklava tradition dating back to 1871. Guests meet experienced baklava masters, watch traditional preparation techniques, take part in selected stages of a real tray, and see how baklava is baked and finished with syrup. The 45-minute format is designed for travelers who want an authentic, hands-on introduction to Turkish culinary craftsmanship without spending several hours in a full cooking class.

Immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of Dubrovnik at the Richet Cooking Class. Over approximately 3.5 hours, participants will master the art of crafting homemade makaruli pasta and the iconic Šporki makaruli, complemented by the delicious rozata, a renowned caramel custard dessert. Enjoy a welcome aperitif alongside local cured meats and cheeses, and savor two glasses of carefully selected local wine. This hands-on class, suitable for all skill levels, fosters a relaxed atmosphere perfect for connecting with fellow cooking enthusiasts. Leave with not only the skills to recreate Dubrovnik's flavors at home but also the cherished recipes and spice blends from your culinary journey.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Hungarian cuisine with a hands-on cooking workshop focused on Goulash and Palacsinta. Under the guidance of a local food enthusiast, discover the secrets behind the rich flavors of Goulash and master the art of making paper-thin Hungarian pancakes. Learn the importance of paprika, create traditional handmade pasta, and flip your pancakes like a local, filling them with your choice of sweet delights. After the cooking session, sit down to savor your creations, paired with Hungarian wines or refreshing local sodas, and take home a booklet of recipes to continue the culinary journey.

Get to grips with some of Italy’s best-loved dishes during this hands-on cooking class in Sorrento. Under the guidance of a skilled chef, learn how to measure, knead, and shape pizza dough, tackle gnocchi and ravioli, and master the art of assembling and decorating tiramisù. Savor your dishes after your class with sea views and a glass of wine.

Learn to cook Sicilian Arancini, starting from cooking the filling, preparing the crust, and secrets and techniques to make the right shape. Available also for Gluten Free and Lactose intolerant, Vegetarian, Vegan, and other food intolerances.

Discover what makes French pastries truly special by stepping inside a working Parisian boulangerie — not just to watch, but to bake like the artisans do. Proudly named Viator Experience Award Winner in 2023 and 2024, this tour is recognized among the top-rated family experiences for guest satisfaction and authenticity. During this 2-hour experience, you and your family will learn how iconic French breads and pastries are created from scratch, in the very place where locals buy their daily baguettes. Unlike tourist-style demos, this visit offers real behind-the-scenes access to the production area — where dough is mixed, folded, laminated, and baked before sunrise. Children and adults roll up their sleeves to: • Shape baguettes and rustic breads • Roll their own croissant Kept intentionally small (max. 9 guests), this award-winning experience is intimate, family-friendly, and deeply authentic — a chance to step behind the counter and access a world normally hidden from the public.

Join a one-of-a-kind experience that goes beyond a traditional wine tasting: become a winemaker for a day. In this exclusive masterclass, you'll sample six premium single-varietal wines, exploring their aromas, nuances, and unique characteristics under the guidance of an expert sommelier. Then comes the most exciting part, blend your own perfect wine, balancing body, intensity, and fragrance to craft a truly personalized creation. As you uncover the secrets of Tuscan winemaking, you'll also indulge in a selection of local gourmet specialties. To top it all off, you'll bottle your custom blend with a personalized label, bringing home a unique and authentic taste of Tuscany. A sensory and creative adventure, ideal for wine lovers who want to experience the artisanal and authentic side of Tuscan enology.

Tuscany is famed for food and wine. Sample local favorites, from vernaccia whites to bold Chiantis, on this small-group wine walking tour. Taste two glasses of Tuscan wines with cheeses and cured meat at a renowned “enoteca” (wine bar); continue to a heritage wine venue for two more glasses and local delicacies. Then mingle with your fellow wine-lovers over bruschettas and free-flow wine at your final stop, a private location.

Join a fun mozzarella-making class in Florence with wine tasting, local dishes and expert guidance in a small-group atmosphere. Let’s be honest: you didn’t come to Florence just for the museums. You came for the food, and now, it’s your turn to make some. Come hungry. Leave happy. Smell slightly like mozzarella. No regrets. - Learn hands-on from a master cheese maker how to shape bocconcini, nodini, treccine and create rich, creamy burrata and stracciatella - Sip and swirl your way through a curated selection of Tuscan wines, paired perfectly with your fresh cheese creations - Enjoy your handmade cheeses alongside creative seasonal dishes in a cozy, music-filled atmosphere with max 12 guests for a personal experience

Manarola wine tasting experience is a nice walk through the Manarola vineyards among panoramic points to take beautiful photos, good local wine and flavors, snacks and an exclusive moment in an amazing old cellar from the 1800s, relax and sharing at the convivial table, nice music.

Discover Barcelona’s celebrated cuisine with this hands-on small-group Spanish cooking experience. Your guide, a professional chef, teaches you how to prepare authentic recipes for paella, sangria, and a variety of tapas alongside local wines. Enjoy a cooking apron to take home and savor every bite of your creations at the end of class while mingling with other food lovers.

A small-group experience in a cozy Bologna kitchen, where a local pasta master guides you through the secrets of real Bolognese lasagna and homemade gelato. More than just a class, this is a chance to cook, taste and connect around the table while discovering the recipes and traditions that make Bologna Italy’s food capital. You’ll prepare authentic green pasta from scratch using fresh spinach, just like in a Bolognese kitchen. You will learn how to roll the pasta by hand with a rolling pin and create your own homemade lasagna, layering it with creamy béchamel sauce and rich slow-cooked ragù. You’ll also discover the art of authentic Italian gelato, preparing fresh artisanal gelato and tasting different homemade flavors created during the class. Before sitting down to enjoy everything you’ve made, we’ll start with a relaxed Italian aperitivo featuring local wine and regional specialties, the perfect way to share the experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Guided by a professional chef, you'll discover the secrets behind real gelato: from selecting quality ingredients to mixing, churning, and freezing. You'll explore seasonal flavors and classic pairings, using fresh fruit, chocolate, nuts, or spices to create different flavors. This hands-on experience is perfect for both adults and families, and suitable for curious beginners as well as food lovers. You’ll work step by step through the process, learning techniques you can easily replicate at home, even without a gelato machine! At the end of the class, you’ll taste your own creations with the group and take home a recipe booklet including everything you prepared and more ideas to experiment with in your own kitchen.

In the Basque provinces of Gipuzkoa and Bizkaia, local cuisine is characterized by fresh ingredients and ancient recipes. Master the culinary techniques of the Basque Country during this small-group cooking class in San Sebastian, ideal for travelers with a passion for food. Experience a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef and learn the skills needed to create rustic dishes featuring seafood and vegetables.

This experience combines the energy of San Sebastián’s local market culture with the warmth of a hands-on cooking session. Instead of a long, formal culinary program, this class focuses on a relaxed, interactive format where travelers can immerse themselves in Basque gastronomy in a dynamic and approachable way. Whether you have never cooked before or you are already passionate about food, this experience is designed to be enjoyable and engaging for all levels. We cook in a professional, purpose-designed culinary space, ensuring comfort, personal workspace, and high-quality seasonal ingredients throughout the session. The market visit adds a real local dimension to the experience, offering insight into seasonal ingredients and everyday food traditions before transforming them into authentic dishes you’ll prepare yourself. It’s the perfect balance between cultural discovery, practical cooking, and shared enjoyment around the table.

Thanks to this activity you will be able to learn how to cook a very famous dish of Sicilian cuisine "LE ARANCINE" You will learn the secret techniques for cooking a delicious recipe of the Sicilian tradition. You will get to know the local people and you will be able to ask the chef about the culinary history of Sicily. You will receive the recipes and the certificate of participation.

Learn how to make classic Italian dishes at an organic farm in the hills between Tuscany and Umbria with this family-friendly cooking class. Roll up your sleeves and get to work with your host and instructor making two types of fresh pasta or gnocchi, especially fun for kids. Then put together a sweet treat guaranteed to satisfy the youngest gourmets before sampling your handiwork over an al fresco meal.

Join the Whiskey Cocktail Masterclass at the Irish Whiskey Museum and learn to craft three delicious Irish whiskey cocktails with expert mixologists. Enjoy a welcome whiskey, take home a complimentary whiskey glass, and experience a fun and interactive 1.5-hour session perfect for whiskey and cocktail lovers alike.

There’s no better souvenir of Rome than the gift of Italian food. This market-to-table culinary adventure lets you get hands-on with Roman cuisine courtesy of a chef who’s appeared on MasterChef Italia. Explore stalls and learn how to select produce at Trionfale Market (Mercato Trionfale), then head to the modern cooking school to prepare Roman-style gnocchi with sauce. Enjoy them with wine plus ciambelline al vino and limoncello for dessert.

Learn to make halloumi cheese and sample all sorts of Cypriot products on this tour of the Troodos Mountains. You'll visit a local home where you'll learn how to make halloumi and anari cheese, the traditional way. You'll then sit down for a brunch of cheese and other local goodies. In the afternoon, you'll visit producers of sweets, honey, and even donkey milk and tour the village of Lefkara.

A small team of true foodies - our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... There's nothing like tasting fresh, warm halloumi straight out of the pot and on this small group tour there'll be plenty to enjoy throughout the day! You'll be picked up from a Larnaca location of your choice and driven into the Troodos mountain countryside to the cheese-making workshop of a village local. You’ll take part in the process from start to finish and the experience will end with a delicious brunch which will include the cheeses made plus lots more. The activities don't end there as you'll be taken further into the mountain villages to visit other local producers and the quaint village of Lefkara. A day full of fun & flavour is guaranteed! Unlike other tours - EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED / NO HIDDEN COSTS!

Learn how to whip up authentic pasta and tiramisù like a real Italian “mamma” with this hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bari. Join your host in her kitchen to break the ice with a glass of Prosecco and snacks, then get to work rolling and shaping two types of pasta and assembling a perfect tiramisù. Sample your handiwork during a celebratory tasting to end the class.

Take a break from sightseeing and experience the authentic side of Turin with this home cooking class. Learn how to knead, roll out, and form two traditional types of pasta (filled and shaped) plus assemble a luscious tiramisù from scratch under the guidance of your local host and instructor. Then relax over a family-style meal featuring the dishes you've created, served with wine and coffee.

Make the most of your time in one of Italy’s culinary capitals and discover the secrets to preparing two of the country’s most beloved Italian dishes with this hands-on pasta and tiramisù workshop. Roll up your sleeves and get to work, making two different types of pasta and sauces plus an authentic tiramiù with the guidance of your host and instructor in her home kitchen.