Budapest · WORKSHOPS
The shortlist to send a friend: the 15 workshops & classes worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before committing.
Bake and season 3 Kürtőskalács chimney cakes in central Budapest near the Basilica, with a guide, toppings, and a take-home recipe.
“My mother-in-law and I greatly enjoyed this class. Our instructor spoke English very well and a fantastic job guiding us through all the steps in making this tasty treat. We made enough to take away with us to share (or not to share!).”
Budapest market tour and cooking class at Central Market Hall. Cook Hungarian favorites, taste palinka and local wines in 4 hours.
“The class was wonderful. Ben met us at the Central Market Hall, and gave us a great tour along with some Budapest history. After sampling a nice selection of tasty pickled vegetables, and picking up our dinner ingredients, we took a short walk to a local home for our cooking class. Ben started things off by serving us a nice selection of Hungarian salami and cheese for an appetizer, with a local wine and flavored water. Then we got started on our meal, and Ben provided great instruction in preparing an authentic Chicken Paprikash dish, and homemade Nakedli (Hungarian dumplings). The meal was delicious and was accompanied by tastings of…”
Make Budapest’s Kürtőskalács in a hands-on workshop. Roll, wrap, bake on a rotating spit, add toppings, drink coffee, get a certificate.
“The best way to try a chimney cake is doing it yourself!! Great experience”
Make and bake three Kürtőskalács in a small English class in central Budapest, then roll them in cinnamon, coconut, or sugar.
“Closer to a 4.5 star experience. The class was very organized and fast-paced. We had a good time. Having some leisure to relax, eat together, and review things would have made it a 5-star experience, but we understand the shop itself is small and maybe didn't have the room for the group to sit and eat together afterwords.”
Budapest’s Hungarian wine tasting class: 2 hours, 8 wines with local food pairings, tasting sheets, and a sommelier near the National Museum.
“Very good tasting and presentation of the vines. A very nice atmosphere where all 10 people went to have a drink together afterwards. Perfect 👍”
Foodapest in Budapest: Central Market Hall tastings, a hands-on Hungarian cooking class with wine, and a vintage postcard souvenir.
“George was fantastic and I loved the whole experience. It was very easy to provide me with a vegetarian experience. Overall a really lovely day!”
Budapest strudel class: stretch dough, choose two fillings, snack on Hungarian bites, and bake sweet and savory strudel in 2.5 hours.
“Very interactive, informative, and fun! We arrived about 10 minutes late because Uber doesn’t exist in Budapest but our host was still very accepting! The location was easy to find and get to. The atmosphere was welcoming and light-hearted. We were very happy with the experience.”
Shop Central Market Hall, cook classic Hungarian dishes in a small group, and enjoy a 4-course lunch with wine and pálinka.
“The market shopping was fun, and we enjoyed learning how to cook home style Hungarian food. The class was relaxed and informative, but the level of cooking was rather basic, not gourmet.”
Make and taste Budapest langos in a small English class. You fry two styles, top them your way, and enjoy Hungarian wine.
“Marti was delightful. I wish we could do more experiences with her. A skilled chef with a wonderful warm personality, she made everyone feel welcome & gladly shared her knowledge with us. Highly recommend.”
4-hour bottomless brunch at Ruin Brew in Budapest with mimosas, cocktails, craft beer, espresso martinis, and hearty American breakfast.
“Such a great experience food was amazing cooked to perfection drinks flowed and service was impeccable. Party of 8 and we could not have been better looked after for 4 hours. Darts, Giant Jenga and plenty of other games available as well”
Budapest paint and sip in central studios: 2.5-hour guided class with wine included, paint a Budapest scene, take it home.
“It was perfect, thank you for that memory And also think about the memento 💖”
Cook classic Hungarian dishes in a Budapest studio kitchen, with Chef Marti, wine and recipes, plus free hotel pickup and small-group attention.
“My Hungarian mother taught me to cook the foods of Hungary, but I was thrilled to learn new methods and new recipes in this class. We were able to choose our menu and we picked foods that were unfamiliar. The class was totally private - just my daughter and myself. We were picked up and driven to an elegant apartment converted to a cooking class location with a master chef kitchen and a comfortable dining room. We were greeted with wine and snacks as the cooking started. It was definitely hands-on for all steps. The menu can be adjusted for some food restrictions such as vegetarian and Kosher, but be…”
Shop Budapest Central Market with a local chef and cook a classic Hungarian main, then eat a 3-course meal with wine in a small group.
“Marti was great! She took us on a quick tour of the market then we cabbed to her kitchen for a fabulous cooking class. She is very knowledgeable and a great teacher for all levels of cooking experience. We would defintely take the class again.”
Taste 9 Hungarian beers and a pálinka shot in Budapest’s Jewish Quarter at Ruin Brew, with snacks and expert beer advice for $55.
“We had such a great time during our beer tasting! The staff was very welcoming and attentive. The host is a true beer enthusiast – he introduced each beer with details about its type, ingredients, and origin, and also shared the story of the bar. All the beers were Hungarian, with a nice balance between commercial brands and their own craft creations. We even had a shot of pálinka! The tasting came with snacks, and when we asked for more, they kindly reopened the kitchen just to prepare us a generous cheese platter with plenty of variety, olives, and bread – at no extra cost. Amazing service! Although the tasting…”
First-class private Budapest tour with hotel pickup, UNESCO sights, Parliament option, and guided Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion visits.
“Edith was very knowledgeable and friendly. She took us to many places within Budapest and told us much about the history. Great tour for people just arriving to Budapest.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
