Fun Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
The best way to enjoy a beautiful Los Angeles day is with a full plate of food. Come learn to cook from professional chefs in fun cooking classes offered throughout Los Angeles. You'll love hanging out with fellow foodies, making memories and bonding over your culinary creations. All skill levels, dietary preferences and tastes are welcome in the kitchen. Book a fun cooking class today.
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Dark Chocolate Workshop
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Dark chocolate lovers unite in this fun, exciting dark chocolate-making workshop with Chef Sharon. In this hands-on class with Chef Sharon, you will learn all of the chocolatiering skills, techniques, and tips needed to prepare four unique chocolate confections featuring a wide range of textures and flavors.
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Chef Sharon
Woodland Hills, (Woodland Hills)
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Thai Cooking Basics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Get ready to embark on a flavor journey though Thailand in this exotic culinary experience! In this hands-on class with Chef Michael, you will learn how to prepare a five-course Thai menu showcasing an incredible complexity and depth of flavor brought to life with a handful of simple cooking techniques.
Some of the...
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Chef Michael
West Hollywood (Central LA)
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Bring on Brunch
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover a few tips and tricks that will help you master the art of brunch. In this hands-on class with Chef Michael, you will learn the skills and techniques needed to prepare a classic three-course brunch menu that's simple enough for a lazy Sunday and impressive enough to serve to guests.
You will begin by...
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Chef Michael
West Hollywood (Central LA)
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Seasonal Cooking Skills
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn the simple year-round grilling techniques that lend a ton of flavor to seasonal ingredients. In this hands-on class with Chef Jen, you will learn how to prepare a simple three-course menu using a bounty of seasonal ingredients and easy-to-master grilling techniques.
Chef Jen will begin the class by teaching...
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Chef Jen
Northridge
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A Menu Has No Name
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring your appetite for a Game of Thrones-inspired menu worthy of seven — or even eight — kingdoms. Based on HBO’s hit series Game of Thrones, join Chef Cregg in the kitchen to learn exciting recipes inspired by your favorite knights, queens, dragons and ravens. It's up to you which dish will take the...
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Chef Cregg
Serving the Los Angeles area
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SMALL CLASS
Hunger is Coming
$99
Cooking Class
$99
SMALL CLASS
Winter is here. Join a special culinary experience featuring a menu worthy of seven — or even eight — kingdoms. Join us in the kitchen for a menu inspired by HBO’s hit series Game of Thrones. Pick up skills and techniques behind dishes inspired by your favorite knights, queens, dragons, ravens and undead. Which...
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Chef Hannah
Los Angeles (Melrose)
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Seasonal Southern Fare
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Harness the life and movement of the seasons and infuse it into your Southern favorites. In this hands-on class with Chef Eric, you'll learn how to prepare a four-course Southern dinner that seamlessly introduces new and nuanced flavors to traditional Southern cuisine.
You'll begin by building a salad featuring...
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Chef Eric
West Hollywood (Central LA)
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Classy Southern Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to put a classy spin on a classic Southern meal with Chef Eric. In this hands-on class with Chef Eric, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Southern dinner filled with classic and traditional Southern fare that will also feature a few elegant and classy twists.
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Chef Eric
West Hollywood (Central LA)
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SMALL CLASS
Fresh Black Truffle Experience
$139
Cooking Class
$139
SMALL CLASS
Get ready for the ethereal experience of working with and dining on fresh black truffles. In this hands-on class with Chef Erica, you will have the unique and exciting opportunity to discover and enjoy the mysterious and elusive fresh truffle, also known as "black gold" to gastronomes around the world.
Real fresh...
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Chef Erica
Serving the Los Angeles area
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SMALL CLASS
Rustic French Country Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
SMALL CLASS
Discover the deeply inherent beauty of deceptively simple rustic French country fare at its finest. In this hands-on class with Chef Erica, you will learn how to prepare a meal reminiscent of Chef Erica's time spent near Bordeaux, France, which was nourishing both physically and inspirationally.
Some of the...
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Chef Erica
Serving the Los Angeles area
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English Countryside Cuisine
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover the charm of classic English countryside cuisine in this unique and exciting culinary experience. In this hands-on class with Chef Kurt, you will learn how to prepare a four-course feast featuring some of the fare typically found amid the dramatic dales, patchwork hills, and winding country roads of the...
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Chef Kurt
Serving the Los Angeles area
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New Takes on Classic Italian
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover new and creative ways to build flavors and stunning presentations with classic Italian dishes. In this hands-on class with Chef Kurt, you will learn how to prepare an impressive four-course Italian menu featuring classic dishes transformed with creative flavor profiles and presentations.
Chef Kurt will...
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Chef Kurt
Serving the Los Angeles area
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
How much do cooking classes in Los Angeles cost?
The cost of cooking classes depends on the chef, event, and group size. Starting prices are listed on each class page, but final pricing is determined by a tiered structure based on your group size, along with any applicable fees or optional add-ons included in your selected class. Generally, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
Experiencing a cooking class with your significant other, best friends, family or colleagues is a great way to have an amazing time you’ll never forget. Cooking classes are ideal for cooks of all abilities, from fundamental courses for beginners just getting started to intermediate and advanced for experienced cooks looking to enhance their talents. With kids, teens and family fun sessions, cooks of practically any age can get in on the fun and develop skills they can build on. From celebrating birthdays and anniversaries to enjoying romantic date nights and energizing team building moments among coworkers, there are cooking lessons that cover every occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
Expect to have an incredible time connecting with friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues. You'll find your culinary class to be a casual setting that inspires and encourages culinary creativity among you and your fellow students. Everything you need to create your chosen menu is provided, including all ingredients and tools required. Enjoy step-by-step instruction from a top shelf local cook with a talent for helping others reach their potential and discover the joy of food prep. You'll even have time to enjoy the dishes you've prepared with everyone in your class.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master fundamentals like knifing techniques and choosing the right tools for the kitchen task at hand, as well as more advanced techniques such as handmade pasta prep and expert-level sushi creation. Pick up time-honored methods from global cuisines and explore the principles of modern gastronomy. Every session helps sharpen your talents, whether you're acquiring skills for preparing Korean favorites like the menu at Baroo or honing your sensibilities for specialty seafood like Loreto offers.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Taking a cooking class provides a menu of invaluable benefits, from developing confidence in the kitchen to expanding your possibilities for delicious dining to forging bonds with fellow foodies. Explore the background of some of your favorite international dishes while working with a first-rate local chef servicing Echo Lake, Venice and beyond. With every class, you'll add new skills and knowledge to your repertoire. You’ll have an amazing time and walk away with great memories made alongside friends, family, or coworkers.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The top cooking classes in Los Angeles offer guests an array of options ranging from farm-to-table specialties to international classics. Courses in Latin, Mediterranean and Asian-Pacific let you bring some of the best global dishes to your table, while specialty sessions in desserts, bread making, sushi making, pasta making, and BBQ help you hone in on specific techniques. You'll also find the best cooking classes for creating full holiday meals, conjuring steakhouse menus and preparing your favorite sushi creations.
Where do the classes take place?
Los Angeles cooking classes take place in a variety of locales, including the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. Many choose to have the chef bring all of the ingredients and equipment necessary to conduct the class in your home kitchen or office space for an experience that personalizes the gourmet fun. From Italian culinary classes in Westwood to Vietnamese cooking courses in Los Feliz, you'll find a venue image and driving map on every listing to get you headed in the right direction.
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.