Top Netherlands Cooking Classes

Traditional Dutch “stroopwafels” are one of Amsterdam’s most ubiquitous sweet treats—a delicious cookie made from layered wafers with a syrup filling. With this fun, hands-on workshop, not only do you get to taste the popular snack, but you get to make it for yourself. Find out how classic stroopwafel is made, learn the secrets behind the perfect waffle, and enjoy your homemade creations during a well-deserved tea/coffee break.

Eating your way around a new city is an essential way to discover its culture, but nothing beats learning how to cook like a real local yourself. With help from a baker in Amsterdam, learn how to make extra-large Dutch stroopwafels—thin biscuits sandwiching a treacle filling—learning tips and tricks to take away with you for use in your own kitchen.

This experience is your invitation into the charming home of an Amsterdam local, where you’ll roll your sleeves up and learn how to make traditional Dutch pancakes in a private cooking lesson. Get hands-on with the ingredients, learn new cooking techniques, and try your hand at flipping “Pannenkoeken” before sitting down to eat your pancakes with a glass or two of wine—all included.

Taste your way through the Netherlands—without walking your way through Amsterdam! Take a seat at our cosy canal-side location on the Keizersgracht and enjoy a fun, filling journey through Dutch food, history and culture. During this seated tasting experience, you’ll sample 12 classic and surprising Dutch specialities, accompanied by a selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. As you eat and drink, your host will bring centuries of Dutch history to life with entertaining stories about the people, traditions and events that shaped the Netherlands. Forget following umbrellas, dodging bicycles or walking around in the rain. This is all the flavour of a Dutch food tour, with none of the walking. Come hungry, curious and ready for a laugh. You’ll leave full, entertained and knowing considerably more about the Dutch than when you arrived. 12 iconic tastings. Dutch drinks. Centuries of history. Zero walking.

Drinking cocktails is easy enough; making a decent one takes someone showing you how. Step behind the bar at the Bols Cocktail Experience for a small-group class, shaking and stirring your own drinks with guidance as you go. The session includes a cocktail to enjoy and a self-guided tour of the Bols Experience, a look at the history of the centuries-old Dutch distillery.

This cocktail workshop has a strong focus on interaction and creativity. From the moment you arrive, you are actively involved, learning by doing rather than listening to long explanations. The experience is guided by professional bartenders who use real bar techniques and share insider knowledge you can easily apply at home. Another unique element is the seasonal cocktail menu. Instead of a fixed or standard selection, the menu changes throughout the year, using fresh ingredients and flavors that match the season and the atmosphere of the moment. This ensures that every workshop feels fresh and different, even for returning guests. Located right on Rembrandtplein, the workshop combines high-quality cocktails with one of Amsterdam’s most energetic settings. The inclusive approach offering equally refined alcohol-free alternatives means everyone can enjoy the same premium bar experience together, making it a fun, social, and memorable activity in the city.

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.

Did you know that the Zaanse Schans sits at the heart of the world’s largest cacao‑processing region? Step into the fascinating world of chocolate at your Bean to Bar workshop just nearby in Zaandijk. Watch raw cacao beans transform into rich bars and bonbons during an engaging, interactive and hands‑on demonstration. Immerse yourself in the aromas, textures, and flavours as you explore each stage of the journey from cacao fruit to finished chocolate. Sharpen your palate with a guided tasting that highlights the complex notes and heritage of Zaan‑region cacao. Then round off your visit by crafting your own chocolate treat — a delicious keepsake to take home and savour.

Skip the corporate breweries and discover Amsterdam's craft beer scene in this interactive tasting workshop. Sample a variety of independent ales, learn about the city’s brewing traditions, and hear fun and engaging commentary from your guide. This experience offers a local perspective on Amsterdam’s craft beer culture, perfect for beer enthusiasts seeking something unique.

While it's fun to feast on world-famous Dutch cheese, few visitors get the chance to make it themselves. This private experience takes you beyond a tasting and teaches you how to make cheese in the town of Katwoude, a quaint village a short distance from Amsterdam. You’ll not only participate in the cheese-making process, but you’ll also sample wine and other typical Dutch produce before taking home your creation.

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.

Crafting homemade pasta from scratch is an art form, and this class in Amsterdam guides you through each step of the process. Under the expert instruction of Alessandra, a passionate chef, you'll learn the secrets of traditional Italian pasta-making. This interactive workshop lets you create delightful pasta shapes while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow food enthusiasts. Discover how quality ingredients come together to create authentic dishes, all while exploring the rich culinary heritage of Italy. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor your creations in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Learn how to make four different varieties of sushi—maki, nigiri, uramaki, and temaki—during this private Japanese cooking workshop in Amsterdam. Get hands-on guidance from a bonafide sushi chef and former sushi restaurant owner as you craft your own dinner. Snacks and alcoholic beverages are included, with the possibility to also hold workshops within your vacation rental.

One of the best ways to get to know a place is to try local food, but this small-group Amsterdam cooking tour takes it to the next level. For a start, you’ll be welcomed into the house of a local chef where you’ll learn how to make Dutch pancakes in the traditional way. You’ll also taste some local delicacies and enjoy a 3-course lunch with a glass of wine.

Enjoy an authentic Dutch bar experience like a true Amsterdam local with the help of a guide to talk you through a beer and hutspot (a dish made with boiled and mashed root vegetables and seasoned meat) tasting session, with the chance to make your very own personalized beer. Then, try your hand at the traditional shuffleboard-style game Sjoelen, and the winner gets six cans of beer to take home.

If you've already seen all of Amsterdam's top attractions, or are looking to shake up your vacation, become a distiller for the day. This unique distilling class teaches you how to create your own botanical rum, from your own copper pot still. You'll create a personalized bottle to take home for lasting memories of Amsterdam.