BUDAPEST
The best of it, both banks of the Danube.
The 14 most popular cooking classes & workshops in Budapest. The ones worth building an afternoon around, with prices, run times and who you book through.
Bake 3 Kürtskalács in central Budapest with an English chef. You’ll form, bake, top, and take home recipe + certificate.
Most Popular“The teacher guided and taught us so patiently .. she was helpful to both my kids and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience”
Shop Budapest’s Central Market Hall, cook classic dishes like lecsó and dumplings, taste palinka and wine, then eat together.
“We had such a wonderful day with our group and Birdie. We learned so much and had so many laughs. New friends were made!”
Downtown Budapest Kürtőskalács workshop: make 3 chimney cakes, roll in cinnamon/coconut/sugar, and take home recipe + certificate.
“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 ☺️”
Market tastings and a hands-on Hungarian cooking class in Budapest, with wine, pálinka, and a recipe pack to take home.
“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 Budapest’s Central Market Hall, cook a 4-course Hungarian lunch, and taste wine and pálinka with a chef in a small group.
“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 Budapest flat. Small group, free hotel pickup, drinks included, take-home recipes.
“Awesome experience! Marti was very informative about the food and how ingredients changed over the years”
Make classic Kürtőskalács in Budapest’s City Park with a small-group workshop, tea or coffee, and sweet coatings to roll.
“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.”
Shop Central Market Hall, cook classic Hungarian dishes with Chef Marti, then sit down for a 3-course meal with wine.
“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.”
Budapest Christmas markets with St. Stephen’s Basilica video mapping, Danube night walk, and chimney cake tastings on a small-group tour.
“Stephan was an excellent guide. Saw and learned so much more than just the Christmas markets. Definitely recommend”
Join Nelli’s Budapest kitchen via Zoom for a hands-on Hungarian cook-along with classic dishes, culture stories, and a shared feast.
“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!”
Hands-on Hungarian cooking in central Budapest with a small group, palinka and wine, and a 3-course meal you help make.
“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!!”
Enjoy Budapest’s Christmas markets with a guide, plus included mulled wine and chimney cake across iconic squares and landmarks.
“Very personable and passionate guide. Highly recommended for those looking for a friendly face and a great resource to explore the area”
Hungarian chimney cake workshop in Budapest’s City Park. Bake Kürtőskalács with a guide, then roll it in sugar, coconut 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!”
Cook a traditional 3-course Jewish meal in Budapest with chef Marti. Hands-on class, Hungarian drinks, English recipes, taxi pickup.
“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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