Gourmet Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Gourmet food doesn't just have to be for special occasions. Bring the prestige of a five-star restaurant to your own home kitchen by learning how to cook from a culinary professional. Los Angeles gourmet cooking classes give you the ability to learn how to cook and plate stunning appetizers, mains, sides and desserts. You'll wow future dinner guests while upping your own confidence in the kitchen. Book an unforgettable gourmet experience today.
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CHEF’S PLACE
French Bistro Classics From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Level up your culinary skills with a French bistro menu in this cooking class. Sophistication and classic French bistro items come together under the guidance of a top chef. Using traditional techniques, you will learn how to bake creamy French dishes, prepare tender pan-roasted meats, simmer a savory sauce and toss...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Cuisine for Couples - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to transform classic recipes into modern Italian-inspired dishes in this cooking class. Elevate your next date night by joining an esteemed chef who will share step-by-step techniques and secrets for preparing a modern menu with an Italian twist. Learn how to caramelize, grill and prepare fresh ingredients...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Iconic Steak Frites for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport yourself to a French brasserie for an iconic meal. Savor the experience of a French bistro while gaining kitchen confidence and skills. Guided by a world-class chef, you and your date will sear steak for a tender center with a perfect crust. Get a handle on the frier for sizzling frites and practice knife...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Parisian Bistro Date Night Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring bistro favorites to the home table in this sweet and savory cooking class. A world-class chef is ready to help take your French culinary skills to the next level. Learn how to prepare and pan-sear a steak with frites and a homemade truffle aioli. Combine pears and hazelnuts and whisk a Champagne vinaigrette for...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Classic French Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master old-school French cooking in this interactive cooking class. Join an esteemed chef for a simple but charming take on classic French cuisine. Learn how to roast a tender chicken, simmer tarragon cream sauce and bake a classic French onion soup with slow-braised onions in a brandy mix. Discover the joy of choux...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Romantic Steakhouse Special
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate the traditional steakhouse date night with this fun and interactive cooking class. Spend your next date night learning how to create a classic steak dinner at home. Under the guidance of a world-class chef, you will learn a variety of techniques. Prepare a homemade cocktail sauce for shrimp, perfectly sear a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Seasonal French Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a simple and flavorful French feast in this fun date night cooking class. Under the guidance of an esteemed chef, you will prepare a three-course meal using traditional techniques and local ingredients. Learn how to slow-roast a tender chicken, simmer a tarragon cream sauce, whip up a crunchy frisée salad with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Sweet and Savory French Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the basics of homemade croissants in this cooking class. A world-class chef is ready to share tips and techniques for creating delicious French croissants. Learn how to laminate pastry dough and form it into perfect crescents that you'll bake to a golden tan. Add sweet and savory ingredients like roasted leeks,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Create an Italian Feast
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Craft a comforting spread of delicious Italian delights during this hands-on cooking experience. Join the talented Chef Michael in this engaging cooking class, as he helps you create an inventive menu of comforting Italian dishes. Your main course will be Chef Michael's family recipe of porchetta, which is perfectly...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael L.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Flavors of the Mediterranean
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover diverse flavors from around the Mediterranean with this vibrant menu In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll take a culinary journey across the Mediterranean, showcasing colorful produce, robust spices and traditional techniques of the region. From a bright Greek salad with briny olives, fresh greens and...
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Chef Valentina
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Team Building Activity
A Study in Culinary Creations
$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Your crew will have the best time together with this culinary team building activity. Create fun, memorable moments with your colleagues as you work to prepare a delicious menu completely from scratch. In this team building cooking class, your group will be guided by a top-rated chef in creating dishes like red beans...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Team Building Activity
Handmade Comfort Recipes
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Bond as a team outside of the office with this hands-on culinary event. Discover how to elevate your culinary skills with classic techniques and fresh ingredients as your group works together in this immersive team building cooking class. All skill levels are welcome as you follow along with a five-star chef to create...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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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