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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CHEF’S PLACE
Festive Sweets and Treats
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Prepare holiday-inspired treats and enjoy a fun, nostalgic kitchen experience. This holiday-themed cooking class brings a touch of elf-inspired whimsy to your kitchen, channeling the magic and cheer of holiday movie classics. Led by Chef Jackie, this session combines playful, festive themes with a lineup of holiday...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Essential Flavors of Italy
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to create authentic Italian dishes using time-honored techniques. Savor the vibrant flavors of Italy in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to cook authentic Italian cuisine from a five-star professional Chef Daniel in an engaging environment.
Start with a crusty tomato basil bruschetta drizzled with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Sushi Battle Royale
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Form into teams and face off against each other to see whose sushi is best! In this technique-driven competition, your group will divide into small teams to challenge each other in a timed sushi battle. Chef Cregg will guide everyone through the traditional processes and techniques behind creating authentic...
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Verified Chef
Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Culver City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Magic From Morocco
$99
Cooking Class
$99
There's no containing the boundless flavor in these marvelous African dishes. Taste the various influences that make North African cuisine an intriguing adventure with this Moroccan cooking class. These dishes represent the heartiest traditions of the region, all presented by an expert chef with a passion for global...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Elevated Barbeque
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Immerse yourself in the delicious world of barbecue and master bold, smoky flavors! Discover the enticing taste of homemade barbeque in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to grill up classic barbeque dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment.
Start with refreshing charred melon bites tossed...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
French Comfort Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spice up your customary cold-weather cuisine with a bit of posh gourmet magic. Make your winter dining line-up a bit toastier with this winter-perfect French cooking class. Savor expert instruction from a top local chef as you craft dishes that include pan-roasted chicken breasts, French onion soup, refreshing salade...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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SMALL CLASS
Custom Hummus and Shawarma
$99
Cooking Class
$99
SMALL CLASS
Learn how to make customized hummus at home with professional Chef Daniel. Chef Daniel shows guests how to create tasty hummus from scratch with a variety of flavors in this cooking class. He brings years of culinary experience and passion to this fun culinary session.
Learn how to blend hummus using your favorite...
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Chef Daniel A.
Canoga Park
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Desserts Done Italian Style
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Toss a dash of enchanting Italian indulgence into your dessert arrangements. Of all the incredible culinary contributions Italy offers, the sweets in this cooking class are among the most tempting! You'll have a pressure-free setting and top-notch instruction, perfect for trying your hand at cream-filled bombolini,...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Fiesta Night
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to prepare your favorite Mexican dishes with Chef Daniel. Demystify the process of creating classic Mexican cuisine in a fun cooking class environment with Chef Daniel. The best part is being able to take your new cooking skills home with you to make these recipes again and again.
You'll prepare three...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Winter Baking for Kids
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Holiday bakes are a breeze for little chefs thanks to this customized series. Treat your smallest home cooks to a multi-day cooking class set that brings the joys of cuisine into delicious focus. They'll enjoy sessions in festive baked treats, including how-tos for using batters, doughs and frostings to create amazing...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Effortless Elegance on a Plate
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a feast that impresses without the stress. This cooking class is all about turning simple ingredients into a feast that wows. Imagine chicken roasted with 40 cloves of garlic, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Pair that with creamy brown butter mashed potatoes that are pure comfort food, and add...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Taste of Italy
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef Daniel and learn how to make your own fresh pasta and sauces. in this cooking class, not only will you learn the basics of the kitchen but you’ll also whip up a delicious pasta dinner from scratch. Chef Daniel has been working as a professional chef for almost a decade and is ready to pass his knowledge...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Los Angeles
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.