Krakow: Pierogi Power Cooking Class with Marta

Lesser Poland, Krakow



Learn to make traditional Polish pierogi in a hands-on cooking class in Krakow. Enjoy a homemade cheesecake dessert and learn the skills to recreate these dishes at home.

This hands-on pierogi cooking class in Krakow suits food lovers eager to learn authentic Polish cuisine from a local expert.

Highlights

  • Savor homemade pierogi and a cheesecake dessert
  • Learn Polish culinary secrets from a local host
  • Enjoy a welcome tea or coffee in a cozy kitchen
  • Make pierogi dough and filling from scratch
  • Take home skills to recreate traditional dishes

Description

The class starts with a welcome tea or coffee in the host’s kitchen located in Krakow’s Salwator district. After putting on aprons, you will learn about the history of Polish cuisine and the iconic pierogi.

Participants prepare the dough and filling together, with individual boards provided and step-by-step assistance. Once the pierogi are shaped, you will cook and share them during the class.

The session concludes with homemade cheesecake served with salty caramel sauce alongside fresh coffee or tea.

The location near Kościuszko Mound allows for a visit to this historical site before or after the class.

Includes

  • Welcome drink (tea and coffee)
  • Aprons
  • Guided cooking class
  • Pierogi making experience
  • Homemade cheesecake with salty caramel sauce
  • Coffee or tea served during dessert

Excludes

  • Transportation to the location

Important Information

  • The class takes place in a private home in Salwator.
  • Accessible by taxi or tram from Rynek Główny; take any tram towards Salwator or use Uber.
  • Participants will be making and eating pierogi during the session.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the class for a full refund.

Bring comfortable clothing, and plan your arrival to allow time for nearby sightseeing. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited group size.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will learn to make traditional pierogi dough and fillings, enjoy homemade pierogi and cheesecake, and discover Polish culinary secrets from a local host in Krakow.
The class is held in a cozy kitchen in Krakow’s Salwator district.
A local Polish cooking expert named Marta guides the hands-on pierogi cooking class.
Please check the website for current class duration and scheduling details.
Yes, participants savor homemade pierogi and a traditional cheesecake dessert during the class.
No prior cooking experience is necessary; the class is designed for all skill levels interested in Polish cuisine.
Please contact the class provider in advance to discuss any dietary restrictions or allergies.
Arrive on time for a welcome tea or coffee before the class begins; check the website for exact start times.
You will learn to prepare traditional Polish pierogi fillings, including both savory and sweet varieties.
Yes, you take home the skills and recipes to recreate traditional pierogi dishes on your own.

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again