The Best Cookery Classes in Edinburgh to Level Up Your Staycation

Whether you’re a seasoned chef on the hunt for your next challenge or you’re a master of microwave meals looking to broaden your culinary horizons in 2024, our cooking classes in Edinburgh are a fantastic opportunity to spice up your seasonal staycation with tasty new recipes.

From the aspiring masterchefs amongst us to the total newbies in the kitchen, we've got a cooking class designed just for you. Delight in traditional Scottish dishes, flirt with international cuisines, or explore vegan and gluten-free options. With experienced local chefs as your guides, you'll uncover secrets of the trade in cosy kitchens and state-of-the-art facilities around the city. From mastering knife skills to perfecting pastries, these culinary workshops will not only expand your cooking repertoire but also provide entertaining anecdotes and insights into Edinburgh’s culinary scene. Indulge your taste buds while learning something new, and turn your staycation into an exciting gastronomic adventure! So why wait? Don your apron and awaken your inner chef - our cookery classes in Edinburgh could be the delicious highlight of your trip!

Learn how to make dumplings at a dim sum cooking class

When it comes to the ultimate comfort food, it’s easy to see why a bowl of delectable dumplings tops the list. With a simple recipe of handmade dough and fantastic fillings, dumplings are easy to make, super tasty and the perfect moreish meal to add to your culinary repertoire. Led by a talented local chef, this cooking course will show you how to stretch and shape your way to some delicious dim sum as you master a staple of classic Chinese cuisine in a relaxing atmosphere.

Planning some family time in Edinburgh and looking for a way to spice up your city break? A cooking school experience is a great opportunity to bond over shared new skills as you create a fantastic feast of bite-sized bliss. Sticking to a vegetarian diet or know someone who is? No worries! You’ll get to pick your perfect filling, from beef and duck to healthy meat-free herb dumplings, there’s sure to be something on offer for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you’re frying your dough, whipping up boiled dumplings, or sealing in flavours with the slow cooker, this course will help you get hands-on new techniques and delicious food!

Ditch the dairy at one of our vegan cookery classes in Edinburgh

There’s a common misconception that vegan meals are nothing more than salad and soy dressed up to substitute meat-based dishes, which couldn’t be further from the truth. Vegan food isn’t just good for you, it’s packed full of fresh ingredients and unique flavour combinations that mix together perfectly to create some of the most mouth-watering meals around! Whether you’re looking for an alternative to supermarket ready meals or you just want to discover some new plant-based cuisine, our vegan cooking classes will help you add a tasty new recipe to your cookbook. 

Spending some time in the city and looking for exciting things to do in Edinburgh with your friends? Check out a workshop and learn to cook some classic vegan dishes together – it’s a truly unique experience that will help your group relax as you take in all of the amazing flavours, textures and tastes on offer. Guided by a top Edinburgh chef, you’ll learn all about the nutritional and environmental benefits of meat-free meals before ending the class with some new culinary tricks up your sleeve.

 A chocolate-making making class will satisfy that sweet tooth

If you’re a self-confessed chocoholic or you know someone who is, why not skip straight to the perfect puddings with a dessert class that will teach you all about creating homemade chocolate from scratch? Connect with a local chocolatier, who’ll show you how to melt, mix and pour your way to some heavenly sweet treats as you get hands-on with your pots and pans. From marvellous milk and white chocolate to delicious dark chocolate, you’ll experiment with some amazing ingredients to create a variety of melt-in-your-mouth goodies.

Looking for date night ideas to enjoy with your partner? A chocolate-making class is one of the top things to do in Edinburgh for couples and will help you relax and unwind with an indulgent evening of creative fun! Whether you’re embracing your inner dessert chef and learning how to make vegan truffles or you’re checking out a chocolate-tasting experience, you’ll get to enjoy some quality time with your loved ones and head home with all the skills you need to create magnificent handmade chocolate.

Get to grips with Italian cooking at a pizza-making class

If you’re looking to experience a taste of Italy in Edinburgh, look no further than our amazing selection of pizza-making workshops. A truly versatile dish, traditional Italian pizza can be loaded with sublime sauces and plenty of tasty toppings to create a unique meal to suit your taste. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never tried making pizza before either, with a little help from a local teacher, you’ll learn how to knead, stretch and roll your way to a beautiful base and can even try tossing your dough like a true Italian chef!

Celebrating a hens party in Edinburgh and looking for fun group activities to enjoy with your gang? It’s always nice to get away for a week in the sun but when that’s not possible a pizza-making party is the next best thing! Surprise the bride-to-be with an interactive class full of fresh flavours and cheesy goodness, it’s an amazing alternative to the usual sit-down meals. We’ll provide all the equipment and ingredients, so the only thing you have to worry about is answering the controversial question: does pineapple belong on pizza?

Need more reasons to love cooking classes? Discover more about why cookery classes in Edinburgh should be on your to-do list.