BUDAPEST · COOKING CLASSES
Goulash that is a soup, not a stew; chimney cake off a spit; strudel pulled to the length of a table. These 15 classes are priced and timed, and honest about how much you cook versus watch.
Learn to make Hungarian chimney cakes in Budapest’s city center, bake 3 Kürtskalács, and take home the recipe and certificate.
“This was so much fun. Really easy to follow and something a bit different. My 12 year old loved that we got to take the 3 cakes we made away to eat. A great memory made!”
Budapest Central Market Hall food tour and cooking class. Taste Hungarian bites, cook traditional lecsó with dumplings, and sip local wines in 4 hours.
“AMAZING!! Our guide, Mesi, was incredible!! She was funny, knowledgeable! Very enjoyable day!! We walked the open market some, picked up a few items needed for the meal we prepared together. Tried various pickles there!! The apartment where we prepared the meal was intimate… great place for us to cook/ eat. We all got to help prepare. Enjoyed some tasty wine. Met some really fun and interesting folks!! The paprikas was good. Thank you for such and fun, relaxing, truly enjoyable day!”
Make 3 Kürtőskalács chimney cakes in a small English class in central Budapest, roll them in cinnamon, coconut, or sugar, then take them home.
“It was not bad, but the girl that helped us was very rushed. It would have been better if she spended a bit more time. I would not recommend it.”
Cook and eat a classic 3-course Hungarian meal with Chef Marti in central Budapest, plus wine and palinka, recipes to take home.
“Interacting with the group. And the palinka! 😬 It was fun and learned a lot about food history of Hungary.”
Cook a three-course Hungarian meal in Budapest with wine and palinka, plus an optional Central Market Hall tour for local flavors.
“We made an amazing meal with our instructor Vesna. She was very approchable and kind and her great instruction and attitude led us to having one of the best experiences we had in Budapest. It was great fin and highly recommended”
Shop Central Market Hall, taste Hungarian snacks and spirits, then cook Chicken Paprikash, goulash, or vegetarian dishes with wine.
“Small intimate group setting was perfect for cooking and sampling Hungarian foods and drinks while getting to know Marcel and, Colin the other member of our group.”
Learn to stretch Hungarian strudel dough in a small Budapest class, make sweet and savory versions, and eat with Hungarian bites and drinks.
“We really enjoyed learning about how important food is in understanding the local culture. Marti is a fantastic teacher and host!! … and the strudel was delicious!! This experience is a guaranteed 5 star!!”
3-hour small-group Budapest food and wine tour by Foodapest. Taste 16+ Hungarian bites, goulash, lángos, chimney cake, and wine.
“Fantastic tour! Messi was very knowledgeable and very personable, and the food was amazing!”
Shop Central Market Hall, then cook a 4-course Hungarian lunch in a small Budapest class, with pálinka, wine tastings, and recipes.
“Loves the whole experience. Shopping in the market to the history and cooking. Even went back to the market for shopping later.”
Join a small-group Kürtőskalács workshop in Budapest City Park. Make and bake your own chimney cakes, then roll in flavors.
“We enjoyed making the chimney cakes! We would highly recommend taking part in this baking experience when you visit Budapest We are so glad we did!”
Central Market walk and hands-on cooking with Chef Marti. Choose a Hungarian main, cook and eat together with wine.
“Marti was a terrific host! We very much enjoyed the eclectic market she took us through. Her kitchen site was adorably decorated. Her homemade fruit drinks and jams were an extra treat. Her stories growing up in the countryside were extremely interesting. And, of course, the food selections and cooking opportunities were perfect. Definitely recommend!”
Learn traditional Hungarian stretched strudel in Budapest. Make two fillings, bake together, sip wine, then take home family recipes to recreate it.
“Loved it. Marta was a great chef and guide. Had a wonderful time. Would do it again on our next trip.”
Budapest Christmas Market tour with St. Stephen’s Basilica video show, three markets, chimney cake and mulled wine, plus a Danube night walk.
“My guide was great. I was the only person and honestly if you know where to look you can explore the different markets on your own though this tour also includes a tour of st Stephen’s basilica as there is a large market nearby. That alone is worthwhile addition. Learned about the local traditions and the town. Exploring at night is a must do. Sampled chimney cake - knowing where to go is key and other treats.”
Cook Hungarian favorites with Nelli in a Budapest home via Zoom. Chicken paprikash, cucumber salad, nokedli, plus culture and wine.
“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!”
Cook classic Hungarian dishes in a central Budapest apartment, sip pálinka and wine, then eat your own 3-course meal.
“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!!”
Every kind of day out in the city, and the best of each.
