Top Zagreb Cooking Classes

In this interactive cooking class, you will learn how to prepare strukli, step by step; from phyllo dough, cheese filling until baking and tasting. Also, you will learn Croatian customs and traditions walking through Dolac market stands full of seasonal vegetables and fruits, cheeses, meat and fish. This cooking class is suitable for vegetarians who eat dairy products and eggs.

Cooking class dedicated to high-quality ingredients, traditional and modern techniques, and great fun is ahead of you. Hands-on cooking experience, guided by your own local food expert, you will leave with a real taste of Croatia.

Željka (pronounced Zelika) is a warm and wonderful host excited to share authentic, Zagreb-style Croatian recipes, food and culture with travelers. Meet Željka in her centrally located, classic Zagreb apartment decorated with furniture and china from the last century. Sip on a homemade nut or berry liqueur and have a snack before joining Željka in her kitchen to prepare an authentic Zagreb-style 3-course Croatian meal from family recipes. You will prepare three dishes from scratch - a seasonal soup, meat or fish with sides, salad and a dessert. Based on the day of the week, the menu varies! You might try veal with wild mushrooms and potato dumplings one day and chicken with homemade noodles on another day. Discover the tips and techniques involved in Croatian cooking as well as the food culture and history of the city as you share the authentic meal you helped prepare. Don’t forget to ask Željka why Croatians use so many pumpkin seeds in their food!

This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Željka (pronounced Zelika) is a warm and wonderful host excited to share authentic, Zagreb-style Croatian recipes, food and culture with travelers. Start your culinary adventure with a walk through Dolac market learning about local and regional produce sold by your host's favored vendors and sampling seasonal fruits or snacks. After a coffee, go to Zeljka's centrally located, classic Zagreb apartment. Sip on a welcome homemade nut or berry liqueur and have a snack before joining your host in her kitchen to prepare an authentic Zagreb-style 3-course Croatian meal from family recipes. You will prepare three dishes from scratch - a seasonal soup, meat or fish with sides, and a dessert. Based on the day of the week, the menu varies. Discover the tips and techniques involved in Croatian cooking as well as the food culture and history of the city as you share the authentic meal you helped prepare.