5 Cooking Classes in London for Complete Beginners

If you don’t know your garam masala from your guacamole it can feel a bit daunting to attempt to try something new in the kitchen — but fear not, our cooking classes in London are ready and waiting to help you on your way to becoming a budding home chef!

Our London cooking classes are the ultimate playground for beginners, offering a hands-on experience that'll transform you into a kitchen superstar! Imagine stepping into a professional kitchen or a well-equipped home setup, guided by seasoned chefs eager to share their tricks of the trade. Get ready to dive into a world of diverse recipes, exploring an array of tantalizing cuisines that'll leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

And let's not forget the best part - imagine the look on your friends' faces when you serve up a scrumptious, restaurant-worthy meal that you whipped up all by yourself! Whether you're craving a taste of street food delights or aiming for a healthier cooking approach, our classes are tailored to satisfy every culinary craving. So, roll up those sleeves, bring your appetite for knowledge, and let's sprinkle some magic into your cooking journey!

Learn the basics of fresh, healthy cuisine at a Mediterranean cooking class

 A Mediterranean cooking class truly is a feast for all the senses – but incidentally, this much-loved cuisine is also the perfect starting place for beginners who aren’t yet confident in the kitchen. Let the dishes of Greece, Italy, France and the Middle East take you to far-away places and savour the sunshine-infused flavours as you navigate the magical world of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine! You might like to have a go at assembling a magnificent mezze, or maybe you’ll go for Greek and whip up a tasty salad or cracking kebab. Mediterranean cooking classes focus on preparing deliciously simple, basic recipes with just a few fresh ingredients – so you’ll be frying up falafel like a pro in no time!

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Learn to make deliciously authentic Indian cooking classes

Fancy recreating your favourite curry at home? You can do just that and learn so much more, with one of our inspiring Indian cooking classes! Known for its full-bodied flavours and delightful simplicity, Indian food provides an excellent starting point for those eager to enhance their culinary skills.

Guided by a specialist local chef, our Indian cooking classes take you through the art of crafting crowd-pleasing classics such as biryani, palak paneer, aloo gobi, and onion bhajis. Dive into the vibrant world of spices as you discover their nuances and learn to expertly blend them to create the foundation for many magnificent Indian dishes.

The experience goes beyond recipes; you'll master traditional techniques that bring these iconic dishes to life in your own kitchen. Get ready for a flood of requests from friends, family, and housemates as your newfound skills turn you into a home chef extraordinaire. After attending our Indian cooking classes, you might find yourself bidding farewell to takeaways, armed with the confidence to recreate the magic of Indian flavours in the comfort of your own home. Join us, and let the aromatic journey begin!

Explore exotic flavours from the east with an Asian cooking class

The fantastic flavours of Asian cuisine can be quite complex – but once you know how, putting them together can be fairly simple! All you’ll need is the skills and the knowledge – and you’ll find both in generous helpings at one of our Asian cooking classes.

Learn the essential skills needed to create enticingly exotic dishes hailing from Japan, China, Sri Lanka and Korea, from pancakes and Kung Po chicken to wontons and dumplings. Your knowledgeable specialist chef will be ready and waiting to guide you step by step through the traditional techniques needed to bring those authentic flavours to life, from slicing and dicing to sauce-making and salad tossing.

Some of our most popular Asian cooking classes for beginners include bao bun workshops, summer rolls, sushi making and Katsu curry cooking courses – so there’s plenty to choose from!

Learn to make your own Mexican feast at home

Whether you’ve sampled sweet churros on the streets of Mexico City or just love a good taco, Mexican street food is a hit with everyone. Spicy, comforting and ridiculously tasty, it’s easy to see why Mexican cooking lessons for beginners are one of our most popular cooking classes in London – and one of the world’s best loved cuisines!

 At one of our Mexican cooking classes a passionate local chef (or cocinera) will be ready and waiting to show you the essential skills needed to make a banging burrito or excellent enchilada. They’ll walk you through some of the staples of Mexican street food and best-loved dishes from the region, including fajitas, tamales and barbacoa. At a Mexican-inspired cooking course you’ll also learn more about the history of the cuisine and the origins behind some of its most popular plates, like nachos and tostadas. Your new-found Mexican cooking skills are sure to be popular with your loved ones – so prepare to be hosting lots of dinner parties full of flavour!

Try your hand at Thai

Thai food is one of the most popular types of take-out in the UK – with good reason! Fabulously fragrant, intoxicatingly aromatic and incredibly versatile, Thai food is a delicious departure from your everyday meals – and it can also be deceptively simple to make once you know how. 

 At one of our Thai cooking classes you’ll learn to cook classics from scratch, like massaman, green and red Thai curries. Your Thai cooking course will start by showing you the basic recipes needed to create a variety of classic dishes – think crunchy peanut satay with succulent chicken, spicy papaya salad and flaky fish wrapped in banana leaves.

Chop, crush and flambé your way to a repertoire of exciting new dishes using fragrant ingredients like lemongrass, ginger, Thai basil and galangal. At the end, you’ll be a pro with the pestle and mortar and be able to whip up your own tasty Thai dishes to show off to your family and friends.

If you're on the hunt for some seriously fun activities in London this week, why not join us for a cooking class? Whether you're keen to learn the secrets of dumplings in Dagenham or the art of Italian cuisine in Islington, we've got cooking classes happening all over the city. Our beginner-friendly workshops are open to absolutely everyone, so don't be shy! Cooking classes are not only educational but also hands-on and super entertaining, which is why they're one of our top picks for things to do in London.