Hungarian Cooking: Market Tour & Class

Embark on a culinary journey through Budapest’s Central Market Hall. Gather fresh ingredients, indulge in Hungarian flavors, and learn to cook traditional dishes in a hands-on cooking class.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Central Market Hall - [Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian Options Available]
    The Foodapest Cooking Class stands out by combining culture, flavors, connection, and history into a single experience.
    Unlike typical cooking classes, the morning sessions start with a guided tour of the iconic Central Market Hall, where participants sample local specialties…
What's Included
  • Guided market tour at Budapest’s Central Market Hall
  • Hands-on Hungarian cooking class in a local apartment
  • Wine pairing and Hungarian spirit tasting
  • Welcome tastings of Hungarian cold cuts, cheeses, and pickles
  • Main course and dessert prepared during class
  • Local English-speaking chef and host
  • All fresh ingredients and cooking equipment
    -…
Meal Options
  • Hungarian Sausage Lecsó with Dumplings (Grandma’s recipe) - Classic Hungarian Sausage Lecsó with Hungarian style flour dumplings (or with potatoes without gluten).
  • Selection of Hungarian Cured Salamis and Cheeses
  • Traditional Hungarian Pudding
  • Selection of Exotic Hungarian Pickles
  • Taster of Hungarian Palinka
  • Wine pairing with meal - From local wineries
Additional Information

Join us on our culinary adventure in Hungary’s biggest indoor market, as we gather fresh ingredients, and then make our way to our nearby apartment for a hands-on cooking experience and cultural indulgence.
We’ll start with a rendezvous at the famed Central Market Hall of Budapest. From there, we’ll indulge in a brief tour of the market. We’ll discuss…

Location
Central Market Hall
Vámház körút
We'll meet at the front of the Central Halls Main entrance outside, opposite of Burger King. Look for the Red Foodapest bag!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sophe_f
Mar 30, 2026
Top experience in Budapest! - We had the best time with Mesi and Emma! They were incredible teachers and we learned so much. Besides for that my husband and I had such a great time getting to know them and we felt like a group of friends having dinner together. We loved learning new recipes and cooking skills we can take home with us. 10/10 would recommend this experience to anyone.
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Lessouersheureuses
Mar 29, 2026
Excellent cooking class - Excellent cooking class! The tour of the market was fascinating, we got to select vegetables for the food we later cooked. The wines and food were very yummy and we got some great tips along the way! I would recommend this for anyone visiting as we got to learn the about Hungarian cuisine and eat great food!
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Jakeregalado
Mar 21, 2026
An evening in Budapest well spent! - The cooking class with Kinga was incredible! Tasty, entertaining, and education. Recommend this experience highly, great for couples and families alike
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Freedom737302
Mar 7, 2026
Budapest food tour and cooking lesson - Ben and Emma were fabulous. Both very gregarious and friendly and full of Hungarian facts. Great cooking lesson, great food, and they answered every question. Would highly recommend.
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Guyetmariechristine
Mar 7, 2026
Gourmet walk to do! - Thanks to Ben for this beautiful discovery of Hungarian specialties. We loved this gourmet walk! 😋
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Clintk651983
Mar 6, 2026
1st Teip to Budapest - Ben was a great host. The pace of the tour was great and the food samplings were both wonderful
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Noreenn314
Feb 23, 2026
Fantastic experience with a wonderful teacher - My daughters and I took this class with Birdie. We had an absolute blast. Birdie is incredibly knowledgeable and has a wonderful, warm personality. She should have her own TV show. She took us through the Central Market to shop for our class. She clearly know this market well and pointed out all the interesting facts. Following our shopping spree we went to the kitchen where she gave detailed instructions on preparing a delicious meal, complete with wine. I can’t say enough about the awesome day we spent with her. She really makes Budapest feel like home. No matter what your level of cooking expertise you will learn from her. I wish we could have taken her home with us!
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A3052hhroberts
Feb 20, 2026
Awesome Budapest introduction - What are great experience! We only arrived in Budapest an hour before the tour, but the timing was perfect. Ben and Emma did a wonderful job leading us to four unique places to taste hungarian food AND drink, sharing stories and history all along the way. My son and I were stuffed by the end; and we really enjoyed speaking and drinking with the other attendees. Highly recommend this tour and company, Foodapest.
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Yoshihiden2026
Feb 9, 2026
A homey experience to encounter authentic Hungarian cuisine. - It was a homey experience for our couple and another mother-daughter pair. The teacher's English was very fluent and easy to understand; she explained not only the cooking but also Hungary's geography and history. I don't understand English very well, but I could grasp the main points. Especially regarding the cooking process, English wasn't necessary. It started at 1 PM and ended after 5 PM, but it felt like it flew by.
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C1770kesarahl
Feb 9, 2026
Not just a cookery lesson - We had such a lovely afternoon with Kinga. We made Chicken Parikash. We enjoyed plenty of locally produced wines and meats before we enjoyed the food for a late lunch. Would definitely recommend.
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From $80
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).