Cooking Class traditional food
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
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You will be welcomed into our home with open arms, where Patricia will guide you step by step through the preparation of traditional Romanian dishes, using fresh ingredients and authentic recipes.
This is not a formal cooking school, but a warm and personal experience where guests cook together, share stories, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a real Romanian home.
During the experience, you will prepare and enjoy a traditional Romanian menu that includes a local appetizer, bulz (a rustic dish made with polenta and cheese), and the famous Romanian dessert, papanasi, served together with traditional Romanian drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.
Guests often describe the experience as feeling like visiting friends, combining cooking, conversation, and genuine hospitality.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What To Expect
I invite you to join me in discovering and cooking two traditional Romanian dishes in our home kitchen. The first dish we will prepare is bulz, a rustic and comforting recipe made with creamy polenta and traditional Romanian cheese. It is a simple but flavorful dish that reflects the heart of local cuisine. The second dish is one of Romania’s most beloved desserts: papanasi. Together, we will prepare the dough using sweet cheese, eggs, and flour, then fry it until golden and serve it with sour cream and fruit jam. Throughout the experience, we cook step by step, share stories about Romanian traditions, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a real home. After cooking, we will sit down together and enjoy the meal we prepared — just like friends gathering around the table.
Sample Menu
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Bulz
Is served hot, is like a polenta
dessert
Papanasi
Is best romanian dessert served with cream and cherry jam
Options
Cooking Class traditional food
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Brunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Wonderful Day!
I9919JHellad,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dan and Patricia were amazing! We had a great time and they were so kind and gracious, providing great cooking instruction and stories about their life in Romania. I highly recommend this activity as it gives an inside view of Romaniams and their tasty food. Also, when they realized I still needed to make plans for the rest of my day, they'made arrangements for me to have a walking tour to learn about Romanian history during and after the fall of the Communist regime. My whole day with them was wonderful and the food, company and information was perfect!
Pati & Dan were fantastic...
Regina Y,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pati & Dan were fantastic hosts. They were welcoming and kind and the food was delicious too! Dan provided an excellent historical overview of Romania and he & Pati shared their love of travel. They clearly enjoy what they are doing!
We did this workshop with...
Lea K,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did this workshop with our family of four, what a valuable experience!! A very welcoming host and hostess who taught us a lot about Romania, while we prepared the meal together and of course enjoyed eating it afterward. Highly recommended for people who love food, a good chat and delicious Romanian cuisine. Fam. K. Netherlands
Great food and better company!
mrock87,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fun time doing this cooking class. We went just after Easter and the class started off with a traditional egg cracking. Both dishes we made were simple enough we will be doing them at home when we get back. The papanasi was so good and really easy to make.
Great time learning to make traditional Romanian food!
Thegardenlady123,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patricia and Dan welcomed us into their home and taught us how to make delicious Romanian food. We had a lot of fun,great conversation and wonderful food!! Highly recommend.
Worth it!
J5247VHannj,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spent a wonderful time with Patricia and Dan in their home for an authentic cooking lesson. Highly recommend this experience!
A tasty experience
Magnus H,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly a wonderful experience which i enjoyed every moment of. Just make sure to come hungry as there is a lot of food to be eaten! I would recommend to my friends if they ever go to Bucharest 🤗
Loved this cooking class
lilitha269,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is very recommended, I learnt to make Polenta and Papanași, both very delicious!! The hosts were absolutely kind, they offered traditional drinks and pastries, also welcoming me with a big variety of different flavors i loved to try. I would have this experience a million times again, best regards!
Perfect cooking class
Izak L,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Dan and Patty are lovely. It was really fun and delicious, both for me and the kids. Highly recommend, you won't regret it.
One of the best experiences I had in Bucharest
YEHUDA Z,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a great experience with Patricia & Dan, a very friendly warm welcoming couple. Enjoyed both the hands-on cooking experience and the interesting talks we had (got the chance to practice my Romanian language skills, but they are both fluent English speakers). The food we prepared was very tasty. You also get the recipes so you will be able to prepare them at home. If you are in Bucharest this HIGHLY RECOMMENDED both for solo travellers and for couples. Make sure you come hungry.
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