Top Atlanta Cooking Classes

Avoid the tourist traps and get to know Atlanta’s food scene on this small-group tour. Start off with a stroll through the city’s oldest market, stopping at a few stands for savory and sweet tastings. Then pick up some kitchen skills with a hands-on class to learn how to prepare the flakiest biscuits—an authentic Southern staple.

If chocolate is your love language, this class is calling your name. Led by Chef Amal, this interactive Atlanta cooking experience shows you how to make classic chocolate truffles from scratch with confidence. You’ll work with dark chocolate, cream and butter to create a velvety ganache, then shape and finish your truffles for a polished, professional look. Along the way, Chef Amal keeps things approachable, sharing techniques you can easily repeat in your own kitchen. The atmosphere is social, cozy and full of sweet rewards, making it an ideal choice for beginners, dessert lovers and anyone craving a deliciously memorable night out.

This hands-on sushi-making class with Chef Jennifer offers a flavorful and fun culinary experience in a charming wine bar setting. Ideal for foodies, friends, or couples, this interactive class walks you through every step of making fresh sushi from scratch while enjoying a relaxed, social atmosphere. Chef Jennifer will teach you how to prepare perfect sushi rice, slice fresh produce like avocado, cucumber, and mango, and roll two delicious sushi varieties. You’ll create a classic California roll featuring avocado, cucumber, and surimi, plus a colorful veggie roll packed with fresh, bright flavors. Throughout the class, you’ll pick up expert tips for rolling and slicing, ensuring you can recreate your sushi-making skills at home. When the cooking’s done, dig into your creations and, if you’d like, pair them with a glass of wine from the bar’s selection (available for purchase) for the ultimate sushi and wine combo.

This is a flavor-packed experience that you can take home with you! Join Unexpected Atlanta, the city’s #1-rated tour company with over 2,400 glowing reviews and a decade of delicious storytelling for a one-hour journey where tasting and creating come together. To understand the magic of spices, you’ll head into our Spice Lab for a hands-on session that’s part experiment, part creativity. You’ll play with spices in a whole new way, exploring things like why cinnamon doesn’t mix with water, how alliums deepen and transform over time, and what actually happens when flavors bloom, toast, or rest during different guide-led spice experiments. Then it’s your turn. Using what you’ve learned, you’ll create two of your own custom spice blends to take home. It’s relaxed, a little nerdy in the best way, and a lot of fun. Conveniently located in downtown Atlanta near Centennial Olympic Park, it’s easy to fit this experience in before or after your visit to the main tourist sites.

The Art of Winemaking Experience by Divine Libations offers more than just a tasting—it’s a hands-on journey where you create a wine that’s uniquely yours. Unlike traditional winery tours, we put you in control, guiding you through blending, bottling, and labeling your custom 375ml creation. Elevate your wine with handcrafted simple syrups like Blueberry Peach or Habanero for a bold twist. Enjoy a complimentary glass of our premium wine, bring your own food (optional), and savor an unforgettable evening of creativity and connection. This isn’t just winemaking—it’s a whole vibe.

Craft exquisite non-alcoholic cocktails in this hands-on workshop. Under the guidance of Chef Camille, explore the art of mocktail-making as you learn to balance flavors and create stunning presentations. Over a cozy evening, you’ll whip up three signature drinks featuring roasted fruits and warm spices, paired with delightful light bites. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their drink game without the alcohol, this beginner-friendly class promises a relaxed atmosphere and a chance to savor your creations with friends.