Riga, Latvia

Central Market & Latvian Cooking Class

Visit a Historic Market and Learn How to Prepare Local Cuisine Explore offerings from an array of vendors at Riga’s Central Market and join a hands-on cooking class. Begin with a drive by motor coach to the market, Europe’s largest bazaar and a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site covering Riga’s historic center. Its five vast pavilions, each specializing in different products, were ingeniously adapted from former German zeppelin hangars. Explore this 778,000-square-foot landmark with a local chef as your guide. In each pavilion, sample regional specialties from independent producers and learn about the market’s 19th-century red-brick warehouses, designed by renowned architects of the era. Continue to a nearby training kitchen, where your chef will share stories of Latvian culinary traditions. Join a hands-on cooking class, then settle in to enjoy your creations before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.