The 15 Best Cooking Classes on Earth

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

Learn to make authentic Neapolitan pizza in Naples with appetizers, a drink, expert instruction, and a take-home diploma.

“I did this pizza making class with my son who is six and it was a lot of fun. There was also a small group of adults in our class and it seemed like they had a good time as well. We learned all the steps to make pizza and then baked the pizza. I live in Naples and I’m not a huge lover of pizza (terrible, I know), but this was really good and I ate almost the whole thing! My son had a great time—Andrea the teacher was amazing with him and had him help with other steps of the process. Really great experience with Andrea and the…”

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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

2.Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

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

Make maki and nigiri in Asakusa with friendly English-speaking instructors, sushi history, fresh ingredients, and a meal you prepare yourself.

“I really enjoyed this sushi course and would definitely recommend it. The instructor was friendly, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly, making the course easy to follow and enjoyable. The balance between explanation and hands-on practice was very good, and the ingredients were fresh and high quality.”

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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

Make ramen from scratch in Kyoto with hands-on noodle making, custom broth, toppings, and a halal-certified class for all diets.

“My family had a great experience at the Ramen Factory. The cooking class was well organized and fun. All of the staff was friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend taking this class. The ramen was great!”

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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

Cook pasta, ravioli, bruschetta, and tiramisu in Florence after a Central Market tour, with Chianti, recipes, and a diploma included.

“Amazing morning, Roberta was so good and we really enjoyed learning how to cook pasta. Looking forward to cooking up a pasta dish when we get home”

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

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

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

Learn nigiri and maki with a sushi chef in Tokyo, wear a happi coat, enjoy a generous meal, and take home skills for $42.

“Perfect experience, Mikoto was the best teacher and chef we could wish for, thank you very much!”

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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

Make five nigiri and one roll with a sushi master in Tsukiji, then eat your creations in this hands-on 90-minute Tokyo class.

“My two daughters and I had an amazing time at the sushi-making class in Tsukiji Market! The experience was hands-on, informative, and so much fun—from learning about ingredients to mastering the rolling techniques, we were engaged every step of the way. What stood out most was how attentive and accommodating the hosts were to our dietary needs and restrictions. They made sure we felt comfortable and included, which we truly appreciated. A perfect family activity and one of our favorite memories from Tokyo. Highly recommend for anyone visiting with kids or looking for a personalized culinary experience!”

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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

Cook Greek classics after shopping Athens Central Market. Enjoy local wine, recipes, and a generous shared meal for $81.

“It was fantastic experience. I loved every moment of it. I am so glad I took the course. Learned so much about the food and culture. Thank you”

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Naples: Neapolitan Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class

8.Neapolitan Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class

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

Make Neapolitan pizza and tiramisù in central Naples with an English-speaking pizzaiolo, fresh ingredients, wine, and views of Castel Nuovo.

“Location and the structure of the class was brilliant. Only downside is the pasta making class running alongside our class was too loud. Would recommend instructors to wear like a mic of sorts. Other than that no issues at all! Definitely will recommend.”

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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

Learn ramen and gyoza in YUCa’s Tokyo home kitchen, visit a local supermarket, and enjoy a friendly small-group Japanese food class.

“Yuca-san did an amazing job showing us how to make ramen and gyoza. The steps were easy to follow, and I’m looking forward to recreating the experience at home! My partner and I loved learning about her cooking and cultural insights. The supermarket tour was very informative. We would give her 10 stars if we could!”

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Sorrento: Pizza Making Class

10.Pizza Making Class

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

Make Neapolitan pizza in Sorrento’s hills, taste mozzarella and olive oil, enjoy local wine and tiramisu, with pickup included.

“Luiggi was really funny, friendly and a good teacher. The girls teaching us how to make the mozzarella cheese were good and answered all the questions asked”

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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

Make Polish pierogi in Warsaw, learn folding tricks, eat your creations, and sample Polish liqueurs in a friendly small-group class.

“Well planned and organized. Lots of fun. I did learn how to make pierogie! The instructor was very helpful and clear”

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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

12.Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

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

Make fresh noodles, customize ramen, and take home a souvenir in this fun 90-minute Kyoto cooking class near Demachiyanagi.

“This is a must do in Kyoto. Our instructor was very funny and informative. And we can customize our ramen to our likings.”

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Milan: Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

13.Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine

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

Learn fresh pasta and three Italian dishes with a Milanese chef, then enjoy your meal with wine in a friendly three-hour class.

“We had a fantastic time with Ilaria, It was great to get more insight to Italian food with the history behind it! Loved making a different pasta shape! It was just a shame that it was only the two of us in the class. We still had lots of fun!!!”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

14.Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

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

Learn nigiri and maki with a sushi master in Tsukiji, using fresh market ingredients, traditional tools, tea, soup, and hands-on guidance.

“It was amazing! We enjoyed every minute! And finally now we can make our own sushi at home! Loved everything! Thanks to our guide Satoko and chef Kate! Thank you for amazing time and class!”

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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

Cook authentic Mexican dishes, shop a Mexico City market, and enjoy a small-group class with an English-speaking chef.

“I was a solo traveler welcomed into a fun group. The chef was friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. The space was beautiful and filled with eclectic decor. Best of all, the food was delicious, and we actually helped shop for, prepare, and cook.”

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