Want to truly taste Albania? Join our hands-on cooking class in Tirana! This isn’t just a lesson, it’s a deep dive into Albania’s cherished traditions, rich flavors and famous hospitality. Get ready to roll up your sleeves, create delicious dishes and experience the real soul of Albanian culture through its food.
Your culinary adventure kicks off with a warm welcome just behind the National Opera House in Skanderbeg Square. From there, your friendly host will greet you with genuine Albanian warmth. Then, they’ll lead you on a short, pleasant stroll to an authentic Albanian restaurant, your charming kitchen for the day.
Step into our inviting kitchen and feel the passion for food that defines Albania. You’ll put on an apron and quickly become an Albanian culinary artisan, guided by experienced local chefs. First, you’ll master time-honored dishes like Lakror, learning to stretch delicate pastry and create savory fillings. Furthermore, you’ll discover the secrets behind Tave Kosi, Albania’s beloved national dish of tender lamb with a creamy yogurt sauce. You’ll also create Fergese, a delightful medley of peppers, tomatoes and local cheese.
Throughout the class, the air will fill with enticing aromas from fresh, local ingredients. You’ll get hands-on experience with fundamental Albanian cooking techniques, from kneading dough to balancing flavors. Afterward, once your creations are perfect, the best part begins! You’ll gather around a communal table with your fellow participants and chefs to enjoy the delicious, authentic Albanian meal you proudly prepared. It’s truly a time for sharing stories, laughter and making new friends.
This experience offers genuine insight into Albania’s profound hospitality and the pure joy of sharing home-cooked meals. Following this enriching and delicious adventure, you’ll head back to Skanderbeg Square. You’ll leave with your heart (and stomach!) full and with new skills to bring a taste of Albania home.
Ready to discover the authentic flavors and warmth of Albania? Book your Tirana cooking class today!
Yes, it is recommended to book in advance to secure your spot. Availability can be limited depending on the season.
The restaurant and cooking class are generally accessible, but we advise checking with us in advance for any specific accessibility needs or concerns.
The class is typically small and intimate, with 4–15 participants to ensure personalized attention from the chefs.
Participants cook in small teams to encourage collaboration, but everyone gets hands-on experience with each dish.
Yes, the class is family-friendly and children can participate with adult supervision.
Read reviews of travelers.
I appreciated how hands-on everything was and the chefs made it easy to follow each step. It was fun shaping the byrek and seeing how traditional dishes come together. Getting the recipes at the end was a nice bonus. A great way to spend an afternoon in Tirana!
A great way to try new recipes and understand the culture.
Brought my teenage daughter and we both loved it. A fun, hands-on way to explore the culture. We’ll be trying these recipes at home!
I went solo and felt immediately included. The atmosphere was relaxed and the food we made tasted fantastic. The fërgesë was my favorite!
It was a beautiful way to learn about Albanian culture.
The class was well organized and hands-on. Making Tave Kosi was a highlight. Loved hearing stories behind each dish too. Delicious and informative!
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