Cooking Classes in Detroit
Best Cooking Classes in Detroit for your next culinary journey

Explore the evolving culinary scene of the Motor City with cooking classes in Detroit. From making fresh pasta from scratch to baking indulgent pastries, Detroit cooking courses offer hands-on lessons for both novice and advanced cooks. Dive into the city's diverse flavors, from classic American comfort foods to global influences, with the guidance of five-star chefs. These cooking courses in Motown allow you to explore iconic local dishes like Detroit-style pizza, slow-braised short ribs and smoked BBQ burgers. For those in nearby areas like Ferndale, West Bloomfield or Southfield, Detroit's cooking classes are just minutes away and well worth the short trip. Book your spot today and taste the best of Detroit’s dynamic culinary scene!
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Treat for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to rustle up a multi-course gourmet meal together in this romantic chef-led culinary session. Take your date night to delicious new heights with this indulgent cooking class for two. Guided by a renowned chef, it’s the perfect mix of skill-building, gourmet flavor and quality time. With your chef's help,...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Feast - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Cook up some family memories with an Italian American flavor. Create a full on family feast Italian style with this cooking class of Italian American classics. Kids and grown ups will love creating pasta from scratch for homemade fettuccine, and prepping chicken for chicken Parmesan. And to finish? Kids will stir...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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The Art of Gourmet Grilling
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master seasonal, smoky dishes in this chef-led grill-focused culinary course. Stop flipping the same old burgers and instead level up your grilling game with this dedicated seasonal cooking class! With a renowned chef as your guide, you'll learn to execute an astonishing trio of savory dishes, like a charred pepper,...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Cupcakes and Fireworks - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Everyone will love baking and decorating festive fireworks cupcakes in this fun baking workshop. Gather the whole family and spark some baking magic in this sweet cupcake-making cooking class. Guided by an expert pastry chef, you’ll work together to whip, bake and expertly frost festive fireworks cupcakes. Top the...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Diverse Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the many recipes and dishes that are celebrated in charming Italy! Discover the many pleasures of Italian cuisine in this exploratory cooking class. A chef instructor will walk you through the traditions and customs of Italian cooking that make its culinary scene so iconic. You'll learn that there's so much...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Rustic Italian Eats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master rustic Italian cooking with authentic flavors! A delightful Italian meal awaits you in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to craft authentic Italian dishes with a rustic spin. Learn how to make fresh pasta dough from scratch, homemade sauces and infuse your dish with notes of...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Sunset in Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare summery Italian favorites together in this immersive and romantic cooking course. Transport yourselves to Tuscany in this romantic and hands-on couple's cooking class. With guidance from a renowned chef, you and your favorite foodie will learn to make a host of Tuscan recipes, like lemon-rosemary grilled...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Elegant Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a five-star meal you expertly prepare together with this couples culinary experience. Heat things up in the kitchen with this unforgettable date night cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you’ll learn essential techniques as you create a restaurant-worthy menu together: chile-rubbed ribeye with herb oil,...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Macarons: A Parisian Pastry Classic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add some French finesse to your culinary skillset with this dedicated macaron-making class. Despite what you might think, this cooking class proves that you don’t need to be a pastry pro to master the art of heritage French macarons. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll learn the techniques and finesse...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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A Smokin’ Grilling Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master essential grilling techniques with this flavorful meal that you’ll recreate all season long. Grill, smoke and char your way through a delicious seasonal menu in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll craft a colorful charred pepper, peach and feta salad, then grill skirt steak with just the right amount of...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Culinary Secrets From Koreatown Kitchen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the tools and techniques behind three crave-worthy Korean dishes for palates of all persuasions. Take your cooking skills to new heights with this Korean-inspired cooking class from the culinary minds behind Koreatown kitchen. Armed with Joyce Chen original shears and other precision tools, you’ll master...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Explore the Taste of Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the many recipes and flavors of Italy! In this exciting cooking class, you'll discover more about Italian cuisine than pasta. A chef instructor will guide you through the discovery of the many flavors and traditions of Italian cooking. From Italian salsas to pork-loin chops, ricotta and salad, there are plenty...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Detroit
How much do cooking classes in Detroit cost?
Your cost for each cooking class Differs slightly, based on the size of your group, the session you choose and the chef conducting the course. The starting cost and any fees are displayed next to the listings on this page. Structure is applied based on the head count and class details to determine final charges. The average class costs anywhere from $59 to $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are great for cooks of all abilities looking to take their culinary skills in new directions while enjoying fun times with great people. Even if you're brand new to cooking, you can get your footing with skillful instruction in a relaxed atmosphere. If cooking is old hat to you, you'll find techniques and gourmet menus that help you expand your abilities. Everyone from kids to teens to families can come together in the kitchen to see what delicious things they can create. And if you have romance in mind, date night cooking courses and couples culinary sessions are sure to season your together time.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a crack selection of top cooking classes in Detroit, you can expect supreme instruction in culinary artistry from a local legend on the dining scene. Everything you need to successfully complete your course is provided, including all the tools and ingredients required to create your chosen menu. You'll work among a group of gourmet creatives in a stress-free environment where encouragement is a key ingredient. Participate in a community that encourages success for everyone. Once finished, you may have the chance to enjoy your finished meal and forge new connections with your fellow foodies. If you choose a make-and-take session, you can enjoy your creations at home with your friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
There are specific skills for you to master in all culinary classes, whether you're learning to bake breads from around the world, developing your talent for creating soul food classics or whipping up a designer dessert. Practice essential skills that help you get the most out of your knives and take your favorite kitchen tools into new territory. With an international course, you can perfect your ability to create custom pasta dishes or learn to turn wholesome ingredients into a Mediterranean feast. And with domestic sessions on the menu, everything from classic steakhouse methods to the best of Southern dining are yours to explore.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
You find benefits in every aspect of taking the best cooking classes in Detroit, from the confidence you acquire by working with some of the city's stellar culinary talent to the opportunities to spend quality time with your favorite people while working together in the kitchen. Collect fantastic recipes that bring new flavor to your existing lineup and practice the skills required to re-create them again and again. You can also create new connections with fellow foodies stationed everywhere from Greektown to New Center. And when special occasions are on the calendar, there's no benefit more meaningful than having a chance to round up your friends and family for a lesson in the sweetness of life.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Jump into cooking experiences that represent the best of domestic dining and New American cuisine or go with something more exotic with a Thai or Japanese session. You'll find a range of specialty courses that highlight international breads, Italian desserts, classic croissants, cake and cookie decoration, sushi prep and more. With courses in popular global fare like French, Mediterranean and Spanish, you can bring a taste of the Old World to your table.
Where do the classes take place?
You can find cooking classes near you that happen either in your home, your instructor's home or a separate locale equipped for cooking classes. There are also sessions in which the instructor arrives at a worksite or separate location to provide onsite instruction. In these sessions, the instructor also brings along everything they'll need to conduct the class. You'll find a map image in every class listing that lets you know where in town your class will take place.

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