Cooking classes in Prague
A cooking class is one of the best ways to take Prague home with you. Classes run all year, so the weather matters more for the rest of your day: Prague is warmest in July at about 80°F (27°C).
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What to eat and drink in Prague
Classes here usually build the menu around local dishes. Ones to look for:
- Svíčková
- Beef sirloin in a creamy root-vegetable sauce with dumplings, cranberries and cream.
- Trdelník
- Dough wrapped around a spit, roasted and coated in sugar; sold to visitors more than eaten by locals.
- Goulash
- A hearty paprika-spiced beef stew; the Hungarian original is more of a soup.
- Knedlíky
- Czech bread or potato dumplings, sliced and served to soak up gravy.
- Smažený sýr
- A thick slice of cheese breaded and fried, served with tartar sauce and chips.
How to pick a good cooking class
- Check whether you cook every dish yourself or watch a demonstration. Hands-on classes usually cap groups at 10 to 12.
- Morning classes often start with a market walk to buy ingredients; afternoon ones go straight to the kitchen.
- Tell the host about allergies or a vegetarian diet when you book, not on the day.
- Look for a class that sends the recipes home with you, so you can cook them again.
Prague month by month
Averages for Clementinum, Prague, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 39 (4) | 42 (6) | 50 (10) | 61 (16) | 70 (21) | 76 (24) | 80 (27) | 79 (26) | 69 (20) | 58 (14) | 47 (9) | 41 (5) |
| Low °F (°C) | 31 (0) | 32 (0) | 37 (3) | 44 (7) | 52 (11) | 59 (15) | 62 (17) | 61 (16) | 54 (12) | 46 (8) | 39 (4) | 33 (1) |
| Rain, in | 0.7 | 0.6 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2.3 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 0.9 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:28 pm | 5:19 pm | 6:06 pm | 7:55 pm | 8:41 pm | 9:13 pm | 9:07 pm | 8:22 pm | 7:17 pm | 6:12 pm | 4:18 pm | 4:00 pm |
Questions
What food is Prague known for?
Svíčková: beef sirloin in a creamy root-vegetable sauce with dumplings, cranberries and cream. Trdelník: dough wrapped around a spit, roasted and coated in sugar; sold to visitors more than eaten by locals. Goulash: a hearty paprika-spiced beef stew; the Hungarian original is more of a soup.
How long does a cooking class take?
Most classes run three to four hours including the meal; ones that start with a market visit take closer to five.
Where can I book cooking classes in Prague?
The link above searches Viator for cooking classes in Prague. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you book.
