Boise’s culinary scene bursts with flavor through hands-on cooking classes that transform kitchen novices into confident home chefs. From downtown studios to intimate neighborhood workshops, local instructors bring passion and expertise to every cutting board and stovetop.
Discover Treasure Valley’s most engaging cooking experiences, where Season and Taste, Hailey’s Wild Kitchen, and Chef Christina Murray offer unique opportunities to explore regional ingredients and international cuisines right in the heart of Idaho.
Explore Boise’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Boise
- Chef Christina Murray
- Hailey's Wild Kitchen
- Idaho Museum of International Diaspora
- Mad Cake Skills
- Season and Taste
- The Basque Market
Chef Christina Murray
What to Expect
Harvard Medical School culinary health education certification
Description
Chef Christina Murray offers hands-on culinary education through Season + Taste cooking school in Boise, featuring diverse programs from professional training to community health workshops. Her curriculum spans plant-based cooking, sustainable food systems, and culinary techniques, drawing from classical French training and food politics expertise.
Where: Boise | More Info: Chef Christina Murray
Hailey's Wild Kitchen
What to Expect
Comprehensive sourdough education with personal instructor guidance
Description
Hands-on sourdough workshops in Boise that demystify bread baking through comprehensive, beginner-friendly instruction. Classes cover starter maintenance, baking techniques, and sourdough science in a supportive, judgment-free environment at Petite 4 kitchen studio.
Where: Boise | More Info: Hailey's Wild Kitchen
Idaho Museum of International Diaspora
What to Expect
Cultural storytelling integrated with hands-on cooking experiences
Description
The Idaho Museum of International Diaspora offers immersive online and in-person cooking classes that explore cultural cuisines through authentic recipes, traditional techniques, and storytelling. Participants learn to prepare exotic dishes from community chefs representing refugee and immigrant backgrounds, with a focus on cultural heritage and culinary traditions.
Where: Boise | More Info: Idaho Museum of International Diaspora
Mad Cake Skills
What to Expect
Hands-on cake and dessert decorating workshops for all skill levels
Description
Mad Cake Skills offers hands-on cake, cupcake, and sugar cookie decorating classes throughout the Treasure Valley. Located in Boise, these laid-back workshops teach participants practical decorating techniques in a casual setting, with students creating and taking home their own decorated desserts.
Where: Boise | More Info: Mad Cake Skills
Season and Taste
What to Expect
Downtown Boise cooking school with professional chef-led hands-on instruction
Description
Season and Taste offers hands-on cooking classes in downtown Boise for all ages, led by professional chefs. Their interactive workshops cover diverse culinary skills, from family-friendly sessions to kids' holiday camps and after-school programs. Professional chef Christina Murray guides students through techniques they can replicate in home kitchens.
Where: Boise | More Info: Season and Taste
The Basque Market
What to Expect
Authentic Basque and Spanish culinary demonstrations with wine pairings
Description
The Basque Market offers immersive Spanish cooking demonstrations featuring traditional paella, pintxos, and coastal cuisine. Hands-on classes showcase authentic Basque culinary techniques with wine tastings, expert chef guidance, and regional ingredient exploration.
Where: Boise | More Info: The Basque Market