Budapest Traditional Chimney Cake Kurtoskalacs Workshop

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Budapest Traditional Chimney Cake Kurtoskalacs Workshop

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
1 hour
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Budapest while mastering the art of Kurtoskalacs! Enjoy a hands-on chimney cake workshop, guided by a local expert. Create, bake, and indulge in this Hungarian treat.

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10 meals

Experience Details

Delve into the delightful world of Hungary’s famous Kurtoskalacs in a fun and hands-on workshop located in Budapest's heart. Under the guidance of a knowledgeable local host, you'll learn the step-by-step process of crafting this iconic chimney cake. Start with a fascinating introduction to its cultural significance, then roll your dough, shape it around a wooden spindle, and watch it transform on the rotating grill. Once caramelized to perfection, indulge in your warm cake topped with your choice of cinnamon sugar, vanilla, cocoa, or walnut. Take home your delicious creation and a Certificate of Achievement to commemorate your newfound baking skills.

What You Get

Delicious toppings
One freshly baked chimney cake for you to enjoy
Apron during the activity

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Join us in a welcoming studio in central Budapest and discover the art of Kurtoskalacs, one of Hungary’s most beloved sweet treats. This hands-on workshop shows you how to create a traditional chimney cake from scratch. Your host begins with the history and traditions of chimney cakes, followed by a clear demonstration. You will prepare your dough, roll it into strips, and wrap it around a wooden spindle to form the cake’s signature hollow shape. After shaping, your cake is brushed with sugar and placed on the rotating grill, where it caramelizes to a golden finish. Choose from toppings like cinnamon sugar, vanilla, cocoa, or walnut. Enjoy your Kurtoskalacs warm from the grill or take it with you as a sweet souvenir. You will also receive a Certificate of Achievement at the end. Whether you love food, are traveling with family, or simply want to try a classic Hungarian dessert, this interactive workshop is sure to be a memorable part of your trip.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Ipar u. 11, Ipar utca, Hungary, HU, 1095

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The door of the venue will open 5 minutes before the start of the workshop. Look for the white door NEXT to number 11. Use the doorbell please.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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4.9
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based on 21 reviews
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Fantastisch!
June 20, 2026

Geweldige host, spontaan en enthousiast. Erg gelachen en genoten! Voor herhaling vatbaar 🤗

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Chimney Cake Workshop, Budapest
May 27, 2026

This was one of our favourite activities that we did whilst we were visiting Budapest. Our guide, Nina, was superb teaching us exactly step by step how to put together our chimney cake, and then h...read more

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My partner and i went to...
April 26, 2026

My partner and i went to the workshop and it was a great experience! Our teacher, Ezster, was fantastic—friendly and made the whole process fun and easy to follow. Highly recommend it if you want a...read more

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Amazing
April 20, 2026

Amazing experience with head chef Eszter

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Chimney cake
April 17, 2026

It was great! We had fun thank you franci!

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