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Cooking Classes Around the World: 15 Worth Booking

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The difference between a class and a demonstration is whether your hands touch the dough. These 15 are honest about how much you cook, how much you eat, and whether the recipes come home with you.

Authentic Pizza Making Class in Naples with Appetizers and Drink - Starting with Neapolitan snacks
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Authentic Pizza Making Class in Naples with Appetizers and Drink

1.Authentic Pizza Making Class in Naples with Appetizers and Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,178 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Spend about two hours at Via delle Zite making pizza with a local chef such as Andrea, Luca, Mauro, or Danny. You’ll prepare dough, learn about San Marzano tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella, enjoy Neapolitan appetizers and a drink, bake a Margherita or Marinara, and take home a personalized diploma.

“This was an amazing experience!!! A definite must when visiting Naples. Danny, our chef was incredible, he was so engaging and fun. The class was so much fun. Danny explained every step in so much detail, we really enjoyed it. A++ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa - The first few minutes: sushi history with a quiz
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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

2.Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,957 reviews · 1h 40m · from $58

In Asakusa, English-speaking instructors such as Hitomi, Moe, Jun, and Kaori guide you through sushi history, a quiz, maki rolls, and nigiri. You prepare both styles, then eat your work. The 100-minute class suits solo visitors, couples, families, and first-time cooks, with vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options available by advance request.

“pika, Moe's, Honorable, and Kensington were all amazing and helpful and I'll definitely comeback to do more”

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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto - Choosing broth flavors and preparing toppings
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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

3.Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,937 reviews · from $131

At Ramen Factory Kyoto, you make noodles by hand, mix your own broth, prepare toppings, and eat the finished bowl for lunch. Instructors such as Mahiro, Moeka, Haruka, Fuku, and Hiro guide the class with humor and patience. Vegetarian, vegan, and Halal options are available by request.

“I had an amazing time learning from Moe how to make Ramen. She is an amazing instructor and knows what she is doing!”

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Small Group Cooking Class & Market Food Tour in Florence - From Market Ingredients to Fresh Pasta
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Small Group Cooking Class & Market Food Tour in Florence

4.Small Group Cooking Class & Market Food Tour in Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,574 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $62

Start at Florence’s Mercato Centrale with a chef such as Federico, Tommaso, Alice, or Jon. Taste local olive oils, balsamic vinegar, and other artisan foods before making bruschetta, fresh pasta, sauces, and tiramisu. The five-hour class ends with lunch, Chianti, a digital recipe booklet, and a diploma.

“We had such a great time! This was our second time doing this class. Frederico was so fun. He’s was knowledgeable made the class and market visit a great way to spend the day.”

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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot - From chef’s demonstration to your first nigiri
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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

5.Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,377 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

In a 90-minute Tokyo workshop, you’ll learn to shape tuna and salmon nigiri, plus maki or other sushi styles depending on the session. English-speaking instructors such as Hide, Mikoto, Ami, and Masa guide beginners step by step. You’ll wear a traditional happi coat, make a generous meal, and can request vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free ingredients in advance.

“Our host, Emi and our sushi chef were very friendly and encouraging and we learned how to make nigiri and onigiri rolls. We will certainly be trying this at home!”

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Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef - Making five nigiri and one rolled sushi
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Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

6.Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · from $49

In Tsukiji, an English-speaking host and professional sushi chef guide you through fish preparation, knife skills, nigiri, and rolled sushi. You make five nigiri and one roll, then eat your work with fresh wasabi. The class meets in a traditional building near the Outer Market and suits beginners, families, and sushi fans.

“This was a fun experience. Chef explained history of sushi. Also there was a cool demonstration of how to slice fish for sushi. We made sushi and roll. Took ton of unforgettable amazing pictures.”

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Athens: Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine - Five dishes, one shared table
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Athens: Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine

7.Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,087 reviews · 4 hours · from $81

Meet your English-speaking cook at The Greek Kitchen on Athinas Street, walk to Varvakios Agora for ingredients, then prepare dolmades, spanakopita, imam baildi, portokalopita, and tzatziki. Guides such as Vasia, Despina, and Thanasis keep the class friendly and practical. Eat your meal with wine, soft drinks, and Greek liquor.

“Our host was everything you woukd hope for. Kind enthusiastic and full of energy. We enjoyed a tour of the market and then learned how to make lots of different dishes...there was a lot of food! I could not possibly finish it alm but it was so nice to try lots of different things I highly recommend it”

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Naples: Neapolitan Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class - Shaping and baking your Margherita
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Naples: Neapolitan Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class

8.Naples: Neapolitan Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 839 reviews · 2 hours · from $71

At San Carlo 17, opposite Naples’ San Carlo Theater, you’ll make tiramisù first, then mix pizza dough, prepare tomato sauce, shape a Margherita, and eat your work with wine. English-speaking instructors including Alessia, Manuela, Emmanuella, Matilda, and Luigi lead the two-hour class. Fresh ingredients, coffee, bruschetta, and a sea view are included.

“Absolutely amazing experience. Best pizza we have ever eaten. Highly recommend, even for people with no experience! We learned so much about pizza which will help immensely with our Ooni pizza nights at home.”

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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit - The morning schedule, from 10:00 to lunch
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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

9.Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 823 reviews · from $122

Meet YUCa at her home cooking studio in Nishiogu, Tokyo, for a 2.5-hour lesson on ramen and gyoza. You will learn practical Japanese cooking methods, shape dumplings, assemble your noodle soup, and eat what you make. A supermarket visit may follow, but it is optional, so confirm this part when booking.

“We attended YUCa’s gyoza and ramen cooking class today and had a tremendously fun, entertaining and educational experience. She is friendly, outgoing, knowledgeable and full of energy. The class is conducted in her own home & kitchRead more”

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Sorrento: Pizza Making Class - Starting with mozzarella, bread, and olive oil
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Sorrento: Pizza Making Class

10.Sorrento: Pizza Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 706 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $71

Head into the hills above Sorrento for a 1.5-hour English-language class with Luigi and Laura. You’ll taste fresh mozzarella and local olive oils, learn pizza dough and shaping techniques, top your own pie, and watch it bake in a traditional oven. Pickup, drinks, wine, lunch, and tiramisu are included.

“This class was amazing, 10/10 would recommend! We were showed how to make mozzarella, tasted different olive oils, were given wine and Luigi was so funny and helpful. Overall we all had a great time and was so worth the value!”

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Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting - Meat, vegetarian, and vegan pierogi
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Warsaw’s No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting

11.Warsaw’s No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 576 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $77

At Pierogi & More in Warsaw, you learn to knead dough, prepare meat and vegetarian fillings, shape pierogi, and cook your own dumplings. Guides including Daria, Ben, Patrycya, Nina, and Zuzia have led sessions. The class ends with a shared meal and Polish liqueur tasting. Vegan options are available by request.

“This was a great time. The instructor was an excellent teacher and the dumplings tasted great. I even got some leftovers. A must do fun experience!”

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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir - From apron and video to flour and dough
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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

12.Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 532 reviews · 1h 30m · from $127

At Kyoto’s Ramen Factory, English-speaking instructors such as Sakura, Fuku, and Akemi guide you through making noodles, seasoning chicken, choosing broth and sauce, and building your own bowl. The 90-minute class is lively, beginner-friendly, and suited to families, couples, solo visitors, and anyone who wants a practical souvenir beyond a photograph.

“it was wonderful. the staff were very friendly and showed and explained everything in detail. they heloed us to take pictures and videos . the ramen was very delicious. they provided us with souvenirs. the location was easy to find. we learned a lot and had fun. the place was clean and pretty. we enjoyed every moment. thank you. it was a great experience and we would like to do it again.”

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Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine - A menu that changes, but keeps the Italian basics
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Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

13.Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 509 reviews · 3 hours · from $80

At Chef and the City in Milan, Chef Ilaria and her team guide you through three Italian dishes, from fresh pasta to dessert. You work at your own station, use professional tools, snack on antipasti, and finish with wine and the meal you made. Recipes are provided for home cooking.

“My husband and I had been wanting to take a cooking class in Italy for a couple of years now. We finally decided to do and we picked the perfect Chef! She was very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking, and we learned a ton from her. We had so much fun! Thank you for helping us check another bucket list item.”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef - Watching a sushi chef prepare the fish
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

14.Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 506 reviews · 90 minutes - 4 hours · from $63

In Tsukiji’s outer market, an English-speaking host such as Satoko or Yuko guides you to a traditional classroom, where a professional chef teaches fish preparation, four nigiri styles, and one maki roll. You’ll use fresh market ingredients, eat your own sushi, and watch the chef prepare an extra serving with fresh wasabi.

“We went on a trip through the Tsujiki fish market with a very friendly guide who explained the different food types very well. The sushi course afterwards was very good, the chef and staff was very nice and helpful. Would recommend for any size group from 1-4 people.”

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Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City - A market visit with a purpose
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Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City

15.Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $124

Meet Chef José at Bucareli 165 for a 3.5-hour, English-language cooking class capped at 10 people. Visit a local market, help choose ingredients, prepare dishes such as guacamole, salsas, tortillas, and guisados, then sit down to eat what you made. Menus change with the season, and vegetarian options are available.

“Did not have the mezcal tasting or any alcohol tasting. The market tour was not done he just went in and bought his supplies and said to go look around. We have still not received any recipes! We did another cooking class in Mexico which was much better with full market tour and tastings. Wish I would have chosen that company again. Do not book this one!”

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