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Who hasn’t thought that knowing how to cook might be the only way to survive a diet of pre-cooked meals? We are used to a hectic life, where ready-made food is always at hand and restaurants seem to multiply like mushrooms (especially in Milan!).
The desire to eat in a healthier and more conscious way is a real necessity, and the many cooking classes available in the city offer the perfect opportunity to safeguard one’s health, rediscover the pleasure of getting to the stove and, why not, make new friends.
From fresh pasta to vegetarian dishes, there is a whole world to explore, and your apron is ready to become your best ally!
Here is our selection of the most interesting cooking classes and courses to take in Milan.
Eataly Milano Smeraldo
Eataly is not just a market, but a true paradise for lovers of Italian cuisine. Their courses range from fresh pasta and pastry to chocolate or wine tasting classes, offering an immersive experience in the culinary tradition of the Bel Paese. Classes are taught by experienced chefs who will reveal the secrets of true Italian cuisine.
Courses for couples or with children are also available .
📍Address: P.za XXV Aprile, 10, 20121 Milan, Italy
Accademia Italiana Chef Milan
For those who dream of becoming a true professional in the kitchen, the Accademia Italiana Chef is the ideal destination. They offer intensive, professional courses that will catapult you into the world of elite catering. Be prepared to sweat it out on the stove, but the results will leave you speechless!
📍Address: Via Adelaide Bono Cairoli, 30, 20127 Milan, Italy
Laboratorio Cingoli
At Laboratorio Cingoli in Milan, cooking classes are a totally hands-on and engaging experience. Here you will learn to cook together with other enthusiastic students all the way from initial preparations to final cooking. After the class you all have dinner together, enjoying the dishes you created with your own hands. Their cooking classes are in the evening, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., and you can choose between classic or ethnic cooking classes.
The option of giving a class as a gift is totally customizable.
📍Address: Via Tucidide, 56, 20134 Milan, Italy
Cucina In Milano
Cucina In Milano is the right place for those looking for variety. From courses for beginners to thematic masterclasses for the more experienced, you’re sure to find something here that’s right for you. Check out their calendar and sign up for the class that inspires you the most! Their cooking classes are fun and informal, perfect for a different evening out.
One example? The “Sushi and Bubbles Classic” class: in this 2-hour Japanese cooking class you will learn how to handle seaweed, rice, fresh fish, and a variety of vegetarian ingredients to create delicious maki, uramaki, and sashimi. With the help of mats, wasabi and sesame, you will become a true Sushi Master! And it doesn’t end there: enjoy your sushi accompanied by cool bubbles, making every bite an unforgettable experience!
📍Address: Piazza Gerusalemme, 7, 20154 Milan, Italy
Theater 7 Lab
At Teatro 7 Lab, cooking becomes a show. Their classes are dynamic and engaging, perfect for those who want to learn while having fun. After three hours of practice, you’ll feel like you’ve known your brigade mates all your life. You will learn to cook 3 or 4 seasonal recipes, recognizing fresh ingredients and discovering culinary techniques. With a selection of wines as your accomplice, you will chat amiably, reviewing the lesson and already thinking about the next gastronomic adventure.
You can choose to take (or give as a gift!) a basic cooking class in 5 lessons, a couples’ night, teen classes or mini-chefs.
📍Address: Via Genova Thaon di Revel, 7, 20159 Milan, Italy
Food Genius Academy
Food Genius Academy offers professional Haute Cuisine courses to become cooks, chefs and pastry chefs, exploring the frontiers of modern gastronomy. Molecular cooking, food design and cutting-edge techniques are the order of the day. Each course is detailed and delivered by professionals with extensive experience in the restaurant industry and gastronomic communication 2.0.
Are you looking for an original team building idea? Food Genius Academy’s cooking team building is a unique experience that allows colleagues to learn, collaborate and have fun together. First some training in their restaurant, then everyone gets hands-on.
📍Address: V.le Col di Lana, 8, 20136 Milan, Italy
Joia Academy
For lovers of green cuisine, Joia Academy is a must. Here you will learn the art of vegetarian and vegan cooking, discovering how to create tasty and nutritious dishes without animal ingredients. In addition to expert masters, single-topic amateur classes are available, both evenings and weekends, suitable for all levels and abilities (yes, even for the “serial defroster”).
Check out their calendar and take advantage of training courses taught by renowned star chef Pietro Leemann.
📍Address: Via Felice Casati, 31, 20124 Milan, Italy
Congusto Institute
Congusto Institute is synonymous with excellence in culinary training. If you are thinking of taking the plunge into the world of catering, this is the place to start. In addition to professional courses, including Chef Cook, Pastry Chef, Baker, Pizza Chef, and Room Manager, amateur courses are available for adults of all ages, guiding you through recipes and techniques in a stimulating and welcoming environment.
With a maximum of 12 participants, you will enjoy a personalized and engaging experience. At the end of each class, you will savor the dishes you prepare, sharing your passion with other enthusiasts.
📍Address: Via Bernardo Davanzati, 15, 20158 Milan, Italy
The School of La Cucina Italiana
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced enthusiast, the expertise and guidance of the chefs at La Scuola de La Cucina Italiana will help you develop your culinary skills comprehensively and thoroughly. Here you can choose from many courses: Basics of Cooking, Pizzas Focaccias and Savory Cakes, Baking Techniques, Pastry Basics, Leavened, Fish, Meat, Wok and many more. For example, the seven-meeting Bases of Cooking course will guide you through a practical and theoretical course, where you will make recipes at the station and taste your own creations.
We also recommend the chocolate course, where you will learn how to convert the world’s most beloved gastronomic raw material into extraordinary works of art.
📍Address: Via San Nicolao, 7, 20123 Milan, Italy
Pastry course (Lissone)
Do you want to try your hand at the art of pastry making? The pastry course in Lissone, near Milan, is your golden opportunity! In three unforgettable evenings, you will immerse yourself in the world of desserts, discovering the secrets of tarts, Saint-Honoré and spoon desserts. Under the expert guidance of pastry chef Cristina Sironi, you will put your hands in the dough (shortbread!) and discover that creating spectacular desserts is not all that complicated. An educational and socializing experience, perfect for those who want to impress friends and family with creations worthy of a gourmet pastry shop!
📍Address: De hub-Sala Eventi Viale Repubblica, 75 in Lissone
Enjoy your meal and…have fun in the kitchen!