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Dubrovnik, Croatia

Cooking classes

Cooking classes in Dubrovnik

A cooking class is one of the best ways to take Dubrovnik home with you. Classes run all year, so the weather matters more for the rest of your day: Dubrovnik is warmest in August at about 83°F (29°C).

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What to eat and drink in Dubrovnik

Classes here usually build the menu around local dishes. Ones to look for:

Oysters
Fresh oysters from the Ston bay farms on the Pelješac peninsula, a short drive from Dubrovnik.
Rozata
Dubrovnik's custard pudding with caramel and a dash of rose liqueur.
Pašticada
Beef marinated in vinegar and slow-braised with prunes and wine, served with gnocchi.

How to pick a good cooking class

  1. Check whether you cook every dish yourself or watch a demonstration. Hands-on classes usually cap groups at 10 to 12.
  2. Morning classes often start with a market walk to buy ingredients; afternoon ones go straight to the kitchen.
  3. Tell the host about allergies or a vegetarian diet when you book, not on the day.
  4. Look for a class that sends the recipes home with you, so you can cook them again.

Dubrovnik month by month

Averages for Dubrovnik, 1971–2000.

MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F (°C)54 (12)55 (13)58 (14)62 (17)71 (22)78 (25)83 (28)83 (29)77 (25)70 (21)62 (17)56 (13)
Low °F (°C)44 (7)44 (7)47 (8)52 (11)60 (15)66 (19)71 (21)71 (22)65 (18)59 (15)51 (11)46 (8)
Rainy days1111111296557111212
Sunset (15th)4:39 pm5:19 pm5:53 pm7:29 pm8:02 pm8:27 pm8:24 pm7:50 pm6:58 pm6:06 pm4:25 pm4:15 pm

Questions

What food is Dubrovnik known for?

Oysters: fresh oysters from the Ston bay farms on the Pelješac peninsula, a short drive from Dubrovnik. Rozata: dubrovnik's custard pudding with caramel and a dash of rose liqueur. Pašticada: beef marinated in vinegar and slow-braised with prunes and wine, served with gnocchi.

How long does a cooking class take?

Most classes run three to four hours including the meal; ones that start with a market visit take closer to five.

Where can I book cooking classes in Dubrovnik?

The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.

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