Top Montreal Food & Drink Classes

Montreal is one of Canada’s most exciting foodie destinations, with everything from gourmet cuisine to tasty street food. Choose from two main itineraries: one focusing on the Mile End district, the other on the vibrant Jean Talon Market. Sample a variety of local and European-inspired dishes, such as gnocchi and Montreal-style bagels.

Most cooking classes mean blindly follow 1-3 recipes, but without actually learning how to cook. Ours is both a class and a collaboration with a highly experienced Chef trained in luxury hotels, Michelin-star kitchens, and study with home and street cooks in over 100 countries. As a writer, the Chef/Curator was nominated as World’s Best Food Journalist and won global accolades as an editor/correspondent for Phaidon, Travel+Leisure, Gourmet/Conde Nast, and Slow Food. As a Doctoral scholar and Professor, he has presented research at dozens of universities on 4 continents. As a culinary consultant, he he has worked with talents like Michelin-star Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Oz’s Neil Perry, Top Chef winner Harold Dieterle, among many others. As a Chef/Creative Director, I have developed 50+ restaurants in the US, UK, and Asia, including some of the world’s top hotels (W Hotels, Fullerton Bay Singapore, Shangri-La, Corinthia UK, and more).

Join the award-winning food writer, Robert, he was nominated as World’s Best Food Journalist, and Michelin Star-trained Chef for a hybrid cooking class and 4-course tasting menu. Robert has been cooking professionally for over 30+ years, has worked with generational talents and has helped develop 50+ restaurants and hotels. The experience takes place in his home kitchen, which is in a historic 1800's building in the heart of Montreal’s Old Port neighborhood. • Luxury cooking class in Montreal with an Award Winning Michelin-Star Trained Chef and Global Food Writer • A unique culinary experience where you will enjoy a 4-course Gastronomic Tasting Menu, inspired by Montreal's global food cultures • You will help prepare the menu together from scratch • Learn professional techniques such as - searing, pan-roast, sauces, presentation, knife skill, plating • Enjoy 3 tasting portions of Artisanal Wine/Beer/Cider • Vegetarian, Vegan, Lactose and Gluten free options available

Enjoy a private cooking class and dinner in a local home with host John, a passionate home cook who loves exploring the flavors of his home country of Mauritius. Enjoy your meal together in your host's Montreal home. • Private dim sum making class in Montreal in a local home • Delicious dim sum meal in Montreal with a native of Mauritius • Introduction to Mauritius' hospitality, culture and cuisine • Eat and cook with a local on this unique experience in Montreal • Vegetarian options available, on request • This Montreal experience is family and kid friendly

Don't get lost in Montreal's Jean Talon Market—the largest farmers market in the city. Enjoy a private guided tour with a local food writer who knows all the hidden gems. Taste 6-7 items like pastries, seasonal produce, local cheese, cider, smoked fish, and desserts. Gain insight into Montreal's food scene and neighborhood history on this personalized experience.

Cooking is more than just a hobby; it is a meaningful way to communicate, connect, and share culture through food, traditions, and history. Preparing meals brings people together and creates lasting memories around the table. The vibrant colours of fresh fruits and vegetables, the aromas of herbs and spices, and the creativity involved in cooking create a relaxing and rewarding experience. Cooking also encourages joy and togetherness, whether preparing a meal for family, friends, or a community gathering. Watching others enjoy a dish you created builds a strong sense of social connection, accomplishment, and pride. Through cooking, people can express themselves, celebrate diversity, and strengthen bonds while discovering the comfort and happiness that food brings to everyday life.

Robert has been cooking professionally for over 30+ years. He has worked as a food editor, restaurant designer, hotel operator, and chef. He believes that food has a unique ability to connect people, transcend culture, and create lasting memories. He is so excited to share his passion and hopes his Montreal food tour can bring a few dollops (or more) of joy into your life!

Discover an authentic Montreal cooking class in a local home with a professionally trained chef with 15+ years of experience in Southeast Asian and Canadian cuisine. Learn to cook a hands-on three-course Cambodian and Thai-inspired meal while exploring the bold flavors, sauces, and techniques that define Southeast Asian cooking. This private culinary experience in Montreal offers a rare opportunity to connect through food, culture, and storytelling in an intimate local setting perfect for couples, families, and food lovers seeking an authentic cultural experience. Chef Sokun currently hosts only on weekends.

Discover the art of distilling at Québec's first grain-to-bottle distillery located along the historic Lachine Canal. This engaging tour invites you to explore the transformation of local grains and botanicals into award-winning spirits. Guided by passionate team members, you'll gain insights into the unique distillation process and sample a selection of their signature products including whisky, gin, vodka, and liqueurs. Enjoy a welcome cocktail before diving into tastings that showcase the essence of Montréal's spirit craftsmanship. - Guided tour and tasting experience lasting approximately 1.5 hours - Sample a variety of spirits including gin, vodka, and liqueurs - Small group sizes ensure personalized and immersive interactions