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The 14 cooking classes & workshops worth your time in Budapest, with what each one involves, the going price and the operator behind it.
Hands-on Kürtskalács workshop in central Budapest: bake and top 3 chimney cakes in 1 hour, take home the recipe and certificate.
Most Popular“The teacher guided and taught us so patiently .. she was helpful to both my kids and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience”
Budapest market-to-apartment cooking class with Central Market tastings, hands-on Hungarian dishes, and wine pairings, about 4 hours.
“We had such a wonderful day with our group and Birdie. We learned so much and had so many laughs. New friends were made!”
Make Budapest Kürtőskalács in a small bake-shop workshop, roll 3 chimney cakes in cinnamon or coconut, then take them home with a recipe.
“Fun and easy experience making delicious Kürtőskalács in a cute shop. Mira was a lovely gentle teacher. We were awarded with a certificate after class ☺️”
Budapest Central Market Hall food walk and communal cooking class. Choose chicken paprikash or goulash, then eat with wine and pálinka.
“Our guide, Emese, was amazing. She knew all the best spots to show us, the history and the best foods to try before the class. She was kind throughout the whole day.”
Shop Central Market Hall, taste pálinka and Hungarian wines, then cook a 4-course lunch in a small-group Budapest class.
“Best experience!! Highly recommended. Ildy was FABULOUS!! The experience was intimate and personal. The market tour was so informative. The meal was 4 course and so authentic and tasty. So many flavours by and washed down with local wines and other beverages. Can not say enough! Ask for Ildy!”
Cook classic Hungarian dishes with Chef Marti in a small Budapest group, with free hotel pickup, drinks, and take-home recipes.
“Awesome experience! Marti was very informative about the food and how ingredients changed over the years”
Make Budapest chimney cakes in City Park. Learn Kürtőskalács tricks, bake 3 mini cakes, choose sugar, coconut, or cinnamon, plus tea/coffee.
“Great young instructor with good English skills taught us how to make chimney cakes. We never were offered the coffee or tea ad retired, but the class itself was very hands on and we enjoyed our finished products.”
Market stroll and hands-on Hungarian cooking with chef Marti in Budapest, ending with a sit-down meal and wine in a small group.
“Marti was great! She took us on a quick tour of the market then we cabbed to her kitchen for a fabulous cooking class. She is very knowledgeable and a great teacher for all levels of cooking experience. We would defintely take the class again.”
Walk Budapest Christmas markets with a small group, visit St. Stephen’s Basilica with video mapping, and taste chimney cake and more.
“Stephan was an excellent guide. Saw and learned so much more than just the Christmas markets. Definitely recommend”
Join Nelli from Budapest on a 2-hour Zoom cook-along. Cook chicken paprikash and nokedli, learn culture and wine stories.
“We did an online cooking class with Nelli making chicken paprikash, cucumber salad, and Nokedli (egg noodle dumplings). Nelli was a great teacher and wonderful host for our 2 hour cooking adventure. As we cooked Nelli shared information about Hungarian culture, wine, and food. We had a wonderful time!”
A 2.5-hour Budapest Christmas market walk with mulled wine, chimney cake, and stories at Szent István and Vörösmarty squares.
“Very personable and passionate guide. Highly recommended for those looking for a friendly face and a great resource to explore the area”
Hands-on Hungarian cooking class in central Budapest with 3 courses, palinka and wine, small group up to 8, and English recipes.
“So much fun! We learned a lot about the history of Budapest’s food culture and about the ingredients we were using. The chef was so friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time and the food we made was delicious!!”
Learn to make Kürtőskalács in Budapest’s City Park. Small group, 1 hour of hands-on baking, then roll your cakes in sugar or cinnamon.
“Really good Workshop, for kids as well as for adults! You will make three chimney cakes in total and you can also decide on the toppings. The workshop facilitation was great. Can definitely recommend!”
Hands-on Jewish cooking class in Budapest: make egg paté, honey chicken, and rugelach with chef Marti and included drinks.
“This cooking class was one of the best we have done so far. We try to do at least one (and a lot of times more) cooking class in every country we visit in Europe. Marti was awesome! This class is full hands on. She doesn’t just show you how to mix, knead, or stir…”
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