Riga: Traditional Latvian Cooking Class with Chef

Latvia



Learn to cook traditional Latvian dishes with a local chef in Riga. Discover local ingredients, cooking traditions, and recipes while enjoying the food you prepare together.

Highlights

  • Learn to cook traditional Latvian dishes with a local chef in Riga
  • Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience and savor the dishes you prepare
  • Discover Latvian culinary traditions, local ingredients, and recipes
  • Enjoy a small-group experience in a personal atmosphere

Description

Discover the flavors and traditions of Latvia during a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Riga. Learn how to prepare traditional Latvian dishes using local ingredients, guided by a friendly local host.

Begin with a warm welcome, including light snacks, water, and homemade Latvian lemonade. Then, prepare and enjoy a selection of traditional Latvian dishes.

For the starter, taste a traditional combination of lightly marinated herring served with smoked potatoes, onion, and herb-infused cottage cheese.

Next, prepare and taste traditional Latvian dish made with grains, smoked meat, onions, and potatoes.

Finish the experience with one of Latvia's beloved traditional desserts.

Throughout the experience, learn about Latvian culinary traditions, local ingredients, and the stories behind the dishes. To complement the meal, enjoy a selection of local Latvian drinks.

This is more than just a cooking class - it is an opportunity to experience Latvian culture through its food, learn traditional recipes, and enjoy a meal prepared together.

Includes

  • Cooking class
  • All ingredients
  • Cooking equipment
  • Local host/chef
  • Meal consisting of the dishes prepared during the class

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Additional food or drinks not mentioned above

Important Information

  • Menu may be adapted according to seasonal availability and dietary requirements. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or special requests when booking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to prepare classic Latvian dishes using local ingredients, guided step-by-step by a local chef.
A friendly local chef with expertise in Latvian culinary traditions leads the class.
The class is held at a cozy venue in Riga designed for hands-on cooking experiences.
Class duration varies; please check the website for current session lengths and times.
Yes, the class is designed for all skill levels, including beginners interested in Latvian cuisine.
Yes, participants enjoy tasting the traditional Latvian dishes they cook during the session.
Please inform the provider in advance to discuss any dietary needs or allergies.
Fresh, local Latvian ingredients are used to prepare authentic traditional dishes.
The primary language is Latvian, but many local chefs also speak English; check the website for language options.
You can book the class online through the activity page; check for availability and current schedules.

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again