Cooking classes in Key West
A cooking class is one of the best ways to take Key West home with you. Classes run all year, so the weather matters more for the rest of your day: Key West is warmest in August at about 91°F (33°C).
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Top cooking classes in Key West
Key West Custom Perfume Making Class with Champagne ToastFrom $125View 
Key West Cooking Show Chef Demonstration with MealFrom $91View
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What to eat and drink in Key West
Classes here usually build the menu around local dishes. Ones to look for:
- Mojito
- A cocktail of rum, lime, sugar, mint and soda water.
How to pick a good cooking class
- Check whether you cook every dish yourself or watch a demonstration. Hands-on classes usually cap groups at 10 to 12.
- Morning classes often start with a market walk to buy ingredients; afternoon ones go straight to the kitchen.
- Tell the host about allergies or a vegetarian diet when you book, not on the day.
- Look for a class that sends the recipes home with you, so you can cook them again.
Key West month by month
Averages for Key West Int'l, Florida, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 76 (24) | 77 (25) | 80 (26) | 83 (28) | 86 (30) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 91 (33) | 89 (32) | 86 (30) | 81 (27) | 78 (25) |
| Low °F (°C) | 65 (19) | 67 (20) | 69 (21) | 73 (23) | 76 (25) | 79 (26) | 81 (27) | 80 (27) | 79 (26) | 77 (25) | 72 (22) | 68 (20) |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:00 pm | 6:21 pm | 7:36 pm | 7:49 pm | 8:03 pm | 8:17 pm | 8:19 pm | 8:02 pm | 7:32 pm | 7:01 pm | 5:40 pm | 5:41 pm |
Questions
What food is Key West known for?
Mojito: a cocktail of rum, lime, sugar, mint and soda water.
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 Key West?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
