5 Best Cooking Classes in Singapore 2024 [Editor Review]

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There are many benefits to be derived from a cooking class. For example, if you already have a passion for cooking, taking a class will give you an opportunity to spend time with like-minded individuals and hone your skills at the same time. Alternatively, you can explore exotic cuisines and learn new techniques.

Cooking classes are also a fun way to bond with colleagues in a culinary team-building exercise. Not to mention, those visiting Singapore can sign up for a cooking class to get acquainted with the culture through an exploration of the local cuisine.

Singapore is the home of establishments that offer interactive, hands-on cooking classes for all skill levels. Presented below are the 5 best cookery classes in Singapore [2024 review].

1. Commune Kitchen

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Best for

Southeast Asia cuisine

Address

Level 3, Downtown Gallery, 6A Shenton Way, Singapore

Phone

+65 8821 4805

Opening hours

Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00

Website

Commune Kitchen

Commune Kitchen is a fully certified school that has acquired a reputation for offering affordable, interactive culinary experiences. It is headed by Chef Payal Thakurani who has been in the industry since 2012.

Chef Thakurani is both a culinary chef and author of the popular book “Curries for the Soul’. She has been a foodie since childhood and firmly believes that food is invaluable in bringing a family together.

Her chefs are warm and friendly, and among the classes on offer are Taiwanese cooking, traditional Srilankan food, the art of Xiao Long Bao, Indian curries, and other specialties.

Highlights:

The school has a convenient location in downtown Singapore
Classes are held in a well-designed state-of-the-art kitchen
Participants of all ages and abilities including children are welcome
Weekend classes are arranged to rope in dads and husbands and get them involved
Gift cards are available

SERVICES:

Cooking classes
Catering
Foodie tours
Team building events

PRICES: Start from $120.00 per dish inclusive of lunch

2. Food Playground

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Best for

Singapore cultural cooking classes

Address

24A Sago Street, Singapore 059020

Phone

+65 9452 3669

Website

Food Playground

Food Playground was founded in 2012 and ranks as the number one cooking school in Singapore on Tripadvisor. This multi-award-winning school specializes in promoting authentic Singaporean cuisine to visitors seeking a cultural immersion.

Daniel, the founder, was inspired to start the school after he went on adventure travels to South America and Southeast Asia. He discovered that food plays a vital role in a foreign country. It is a means to connect with the locals and learn about their culture, and that is the mission of Food Playground.

Highlights:

The school is located within the vibrant Chinatown complex
For virtual team building classes, the school will package and deliver the ingredients in advance
The classes are designed to accommodate those with little or no cookery experience
Sessions end with fun communal dining offering an opportunity to make new friends

SERVICES:

Team building programs
Cultural cooking classes
Virtual team building sessions
Kid’s holiday cooking classes
Online cooking classes

PRICES:

Class	Amount
Online cooking class	$40-$90
Cooking team building	$80-$148
Cultural cooking class	$99-$119
Virtual team building	$40

3. Palate Sensations Culinary School

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Best for

Upgrading professional skills and advance level cuisine

Address

Chromos #01-03, 10 Biopolis Road, Singapore 138670

Phone

+65 6478 9746

Website

Palate Sensations Culinary School

Lynette Foo started Palate Sensations from her home in 2005. A Ministry of Education (MOE) registered instructor, Foo holds a Diplome de Cuisine (French Cuisine) and a certificate in Asian pastry from the Bakery Industry Training College (BITC) amongst other credentials.

She is backed by a qualified, experienced team whose goal is to equip learners with principles and techniques that will enhance their skills. Palate Sensations caters to beginners in addition to offering chef’s courses.

Highlights:

Classes are conducted in a commercial-grade kitchen
All ingredients and utensils are provided
The school is located a short distance away from the Buona Vista MRT
The 2,000 square foot studio has a well-designed open plan arrangement and is fully equipped with the latest equipment

SERVICES:

Team building cookery sessions
Holiday boot camp for children
Events and parties
Chef in training
Tourist classes
Online classes
Intensive courses

PRICES: Below is a sample of prices for a selection of courses

Course	Price
Chef in training	$195
Thai cooking	$148
Dim Sum classics	$148
Latin American comfort food	$128
Chocolate and coffee opera cake	$148
Gluten-free bakes	$148
French country cuisine	$150
Singapore Heritage	$155

4. D’Open Kitchen

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Best for

Corporate team building events

Address

6A Shenton Way, #B1-07, Singapore 068815

Phone

+65 8228 6217

Website

D’Open Kitchen

Up to date, more than 30,000 participants have experienced a fun-filled team-building event organized by D’Open Kitchen. Trish Yee founded the business in 2014, and she is a bento artist, culinary consultant, and recipe developer.

She is backed by a professional team who are masters at a wide variety of cuisines.

D’Open Kitchen conducts classes for both individuals as well as for teams. A wide range of unique activities is available for companies that sign up for team building.

Highlights:

The goal of the school is to encourage bonding sessions for people to come together and cook great food
The sessions include hands-on learning about food presentation and food appreciation
New techniques and unique ingredients are introduced to enhance the learning experience

SERVICES:

Cooking team building events
Basic cookery
Virtual cooking
Top chef
Cupcake decorating
Baking classes
Dim Sum workshops
Dessert workshops
Pasta making classes

5. Brettschneider’s Baking & Cooking School

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Best for

Baking and Pastry making

Address

1 Greendale Avenue, Singapore 289495

Phone

+65 6463 5508

Website

Brettschneider’s Baking & Cooking School

Dean Brettschneider is a globally renowned professional baker and patissier. In addition to authoring 12 cookbooks, he has also been a judge in several TV shows. He now shares his passion for baking at Brettschneider’s Baking and Cooking School, backed by a team of professionals.

Chef Jenna White, previously held a position at the Flute’s Restaurant located at the National Museum in Singapore. She was the Executive Pastry Chef.

Another professional is Jay Soh, with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

Highlights:

The school has an ideal location in the leafy suburbs of Hillcrest, Bukit Timah
It offers professional classes in a modern purpose-built kitchen
Hands-on baking and cooking classes are available during the day, evening, and weekends to accommodate all schedules
All levels of skills are catered for

SERVICES:

Baking classes
Dessert making
Parent/child classes
Bread making
Dumpling making
Chinese food
Seafood
Barista and Latte art

PRICES: The rates below apply for a selection of courses available.

Class	Price
Baking classes	$200
Dessert classes	$250
Breadmaking	$260
Bagels	$200
Traditional Asian pastries	$200
Tarts	$245
Seafood	$230
Dumpling making	$190
Chinese comfort food	$200
Parent/child pasta and dessert	$200
Parent/child burger	$180
Spanish paellas	$230