Private Tour
Traditional Albanian Cooking Class in Tirana with Raki Tasting
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the flavors of Albania at our interactive cooking class in Tirana.
A friendly local chef will guide you every step of the way.
Enjoy a fun rakia tasting and sip unlimited homemade wine.
Master authentic cooking techniques using fresh, local ingredients.
Sample multiple appetizers, all prepared by our passionate chef.
Delight in a hearty, full course meal that highlights Albanian traditions.
Learn cultural stories and tips that bring each dish to life.
Vegetarians are welcome with advance notice, so everyone can join the feast.
For enquiries of bigger groups, please contact us!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Alcoholic beverages will be served only to adults of age over 18 years old
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
*All dietary restrictions can be accommodated: vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, halal, lactose intolerance etc. Please specify in your booking* When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by warm Albanian hospitality with meze & rakia. Our chef will introduce you to the culinary journey ahead, sharing stories of local traditions and the importance of fresh ingredients. Menu: Raki tasting A variety of seasonal appetizers and meze Village chicken with pershesh Burek with cottage cheese Sheqerpare (traditional dessert) Guided by the chef, you’ll roll up your sleeves and start cooking step by step. You’ll learn traditional techniques, from rolling dough for burek to properly seasoning chicken for pershesh. Throughout the class, you can sip on unlimited homemade wine and take part in a raki tasting to fully experience the local flavors. Once the cooking is done, you’ll gather around a communal table to savor the feast you’ve created. By the end of the class, you’ll have not only learned how to cook beloved Albanian dishes but also immersed yourself in the warmth of local hospitality and culinary traditions. For enquiries of bigger groups, please contact us!
Sample Menu
starter
Albanian Mezze
- Variety of pickles - Fresh tomatoes - Pispili with leeks - White cheese with different jams - Cottage cheese with cornbread - Olives & more
main
Burek with Cottage Cheese
main
Village chicken with “pershesh”
dessert
Sheqerpare
What‘s Included
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Free unlimited drinks
Options
Traditional Albanian Food
Traditional Albanian Food
Reviews
136 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience. A must do while in Tirana
Kellious,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A friend and I took this cooking class and really enjoyed ourselves. There were 3 groups of two and a group of 6 friends and the class was full. The amount of cooking was perfect for non cooks and enough for people who like to cook and the learning about Albanian culture and food was wonderful. There were great adaptations for vegetarians for some folks in the class. I've taken cooking classes in many countries and this was one of the more enjoyable ones. There were several additional salads and dishes to eat along with what we cooked and I had food leftover to take for later, which I wasn't expecting. It was a great half day and well worth doing.
Traditional Albanian Cooking Class
C3754NDvictoro,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was great and the host was really nice and patient with us. Would definitely reccomend as had lots of fun
Must do experience!
leasZ6438OT,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. It lasted 3-4 hours including the meal. Well worth the money as you don't just have what you cook but also some nibbles, starters, salads and unlimited wine and reiki. Very easy instructions even if you have never cooked before! Definitely make this part of your itinerary!
Eat Learn Laugh
Excursion54502871141,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun, Entertaining and Informative You will not go home hungry
Great instructor, great food
Dennis M,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00From the start, the instructor was very welcoming and started us off with raki and local wine. The group was a mixture of nationalities, but he spoke in English. He was very knowledgeable and well prepared, but still left us some hands-on experience, including making a burek with phyllo like dough. The menu included Albanian specialties.
Great experience at Cookingclasstirana 😊
ariatravela,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely amazing time at Cooking Class Tirana! It wasn’t just a simple cooking session—it was a full experience from start to finish. From learning how to prepare traditional dishes, to tasting everything we made, every moment was enjoyable and authentic. What made it even more special was the atmosphere. It felt warm, welcoming, and social—we didn’t just cook, we connected, laughed, and even made new friends along the way. It’s the kind of experience that stays with you long after it’s over. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Tirana who wants something more than just a typical activity!
Very good!
corinneploeg,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing!! We had a very nice afternoon with delicious food.
An unforgettable experience ..
michael e,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a lovely experience with Maris. I enjoyed every moment with him. Every moment was well explained details in everu
Absolutely recommended!!
711mhv,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun and tasty cooking course! Very nice to do together. Chef cook gave good explanation.
10 Stars
larspD4966OC,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this as a fun team building experience with a mix of local and international colleagues and it was fantastic. We had some other fun participants and the host was amazing. One of the best ways to experience a culture is through food and the stories behind them and our host made sure it really was the best. He was relaxed, knowledgeable, patient and most of all fun. I would highly recommend this as a fun activity either with friends, family or colleagues. 10 stars from me.
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