Pierogi Cooking Class with Market Shopping and Local Snacks
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
With the help of a true local, you will discover the tastes and traditions of Polish cuisine. You'll learn the whole process of pierogi making and visit the local farmer's market where you'll pick the freshest ingredients and snacks for this experience. You'll cook in a local kitchen and taste some regional alcohol to pair it with Polish food. You'll leave with a full belly and with a greater understanding of Polish traditions and culture.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You'll be welcomed into my kitchen to master the typical Polish skill - PIEROGI making. I will be pleased to introduce you to the most famous and delicious Polish dish. First, we'll walk through the oldest marketplace in town. It is a place to be, not only because of the great amount of fresh, local products but also because of its vibrant and unique atmosphere with some great hidden gems! After we buy what we need (and also what we can't help but try) we'll have a short walk to my apartment. There you'll be treated to some local snacks and drinks and we’ll start cooking. You will know the whole process of preparing pierogi, from dough making, preparing the filling and creating special shapes of the dough, and finally eating! We will prepare pierogi with the most traditional filling - fresh cottage cheese, potatoes, and caramelized onions. During the experience, I will share my knowledge of Kraków, Poland, and our culinary traditions. I'll give you my recommendations of where to go and what to try while visiting Kraków to feel like a true local. The main goal of the experience? Food hedonism! Notice! On Sundays, the experience takes place without a visit to the food market.
Sample Menu
starter
Seasonal local snacks
depending on the season, for example, we will try local fresh and smoked cheeses, Polish sausage, sour cucumbers or sour cabbage
main
Pierogi
the most know Polish dish - pierogi - with cottage cheese, potatoes and carmelized onions
dessert
Regional alcohol
homemade liquor or selection of best regional alcohol paired with the main dish
What‘s Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Sunday Pierogi Cooking Class
Duration: 3 hours
Starters, Main, Dessert + %: Local snacks, main dish - pierogi, local seasonal dessert and regional alcohol
Pierogi Cooking Class with Market Shopping and Local Snacks
Reviews
360 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience - Highly Recommend
566annabeld,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a wonderful experience. It was so lovely to meet new people (especially if you’re travelling solo), learn more about Poland and the local cuisine. Olga is so warm, welcoming and a great teacher. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Krakow!
Pierogi Cooking
Trish D,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be prepared for an informative, friendly and fun experience. Olga shares local knowledge and takes you through an interactive cooking experience sharing her grandmother's pierogi recipe
Fantastic fun!
Shannon B,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Olga is grade A. This was a fantastic experience. We love to do cooking classes when we travel because it gives you a unique perspective on the culture. Every countries dish is steeped in history. I don’t always go home and actually attempt to make what I’ve learned but I think this time I will. Hopefully I can find the right quality cheese because I agree with Olga, it really is important!
Authentic and informative cooking course
857mareikel,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Pierogi cooking class was wonderful. We gave it to our daughter for her birthday (10 years) and Olga explained everything great - even with our school English we could follow her well and understood everything. We did not meet far from the Old Market and got a great insight into market life. Olga was very helpful and explained everything down to the last detail. At her home (very well maintained apartment) we then conjured up super delicious Pierogi in her kitchen. Thank you very much for the insight into Polish cuisine. Gladly again at any time:-)
Learning authentic Polish meal was incredible!
Connie M,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience! We got to go to the local market and learnd what is the proper cheese to use. Then a short walk to her charming home. We hand made the dough and learning a authentic Polish meal.
Fantastic class!!
Angela H,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience, the host is lovely and the class was very informative and fun! Definitely recommend this activity!
Wonderful Pierogis & Great Experience
AppleBundtCake,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had such a fantastic time learning to make pierogies with Olga in her home. What an amazing experience to learn how to make a traditional Polish dish using her family recipe. And I was fortunate enough to be in the cooking class with several other fun people. Great time and would definitely recommend.
Awesome class!
Cindy s,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a fun class and Olga was awesome! We visited the local market before going to Olgas apartment to make pierogies. Olga was a great teacher and showed us the entire process. The pierogies were delicious and I can’t wait to try at home.
Outstanding - book it!
angelalM9174AQ,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My experience with Olga in Kraków was nothing short of exceptional, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, she made everyone feel completely at ease with her warmth and genuine kindness. The session started with a trip to a local market, which was such a special touch. Olga selected fresh food for our session while sharing little insights about Polish food and traditions—it felt authentic and immersive rather than staged. Back at her home, she welcomed us in as if we were old friends, providing polish snacks before we got started. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, and her teaching style was wonderfully patient and encouraging. She walked us through each step of making pierogi, sharing not just techniques but also the history behind them, including stories of her grandmother’s recipe. It felt like we were being trusted with something truly personal and meaningful. What really stood out was how much Olga cared about our experience. Even after the session had ended, she went above and beyond—when I accidentally left my bag behind in the rush to catch a flight, she quickly organised an Uber to ensure it was returned to me. That level of thoughtfulness and generosity is rare and deeply appreciated. This was far more than a cooking class—it was a genuine cultural experience, filled with warmth, storytelling, and kindness. If you’re in Kraków, spending time with Olga is an absolute must.
Great class and food
tashan559,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Olga takes us through a local farmers market. We got to try wonderful cheeses. She welcomed us into her home and hosted a wonderful cooking class. She taught us her grandmothers pierogi recipe which by far tasted better than anything I tried at the restaurants.
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