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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Team Building Activity
Special Steakhouse Dishes
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Create a delectable table spread through shared effort and fun. Gather your team for an immersive experience centered around confidence, culinary skills and camaraderie. They'll work with a world-class chef to harness specialized techniques to craft gourmet dishes in the theme of a luxury steakhouse. From seasoning...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fine French Dinner
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to prepare a selection of satisfying gourmet dishes from this beloved culinary heritage. The legacy of French cooking comes to life in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jess. She'll let you in on her secrets for preparing elegant recipes in which sophistication and simplicity share the plate.
Create...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jess
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Elevated Vegetarian Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Forget all about meat in this plant-focused culinary experience. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Anne you'll take plant-based cuisine to a truly gourmet level. Both foodies and meat lovers will be impressed with what you learn how to make!
After appetizers of hummus, flatbread and carrot ginger soup,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Anne
Serving the Los Angeles area
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French Countryside Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Travel to the French countryside with Chef Anne as your expert culinary guide. Enjoy cooking a classic French meal that will make you feel as if you're in the French countryside with Chef Anne. No need to travel far to experience the best of what France has to offer with this interactive cooking class that is all...
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Verified Chef
Chef Anne
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Upscale Persian Favorites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Chef Mab takes you to the rolling hills and impressive coastline of northern Iran with upscale flavors. Explore the flavors of Persian cooking in this hands-on experience with Chef Mab. This menu features pomegranates and walnuts to bring the unique tastes of northern Iran to the table.
Start with salad-e Shirazi,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mab
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Classic Persian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Chef Mab shows you how to create a traditional Iranian celebration feast in this class. Explore the flavors of Persian cuisine with this traditional feast mostly enjoyed while celebrating Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. The menu featured in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Mab brings the freshness of the Caspian...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mab
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Healthy Mediterranean Delights
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the robust and nutritious flavors of the Mediterranean with Chef Carrie. In this hands-on class with Chef Carrie, you'll explore the bounty of the Mediterranean and learn why enjoying food from this region is recommended for a long and healthy life.
From a comforting Tuscan kale soup to a fresh Greek...
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Verified Chef
Chef Carrie
La Crescenta (Crescenta Highlands)
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Valentine's
French Seafood Specialties
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn classic French cooking techniques with Chef Mateus to impress at your next gathering. An attractive charcuterie board is a must-have for grazing at a party or celebration. Learn how to create a stunning French-style charcuterie board and a spectacular seafood dinner to follow in this hands-on cooking class with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mateus
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Modern Israeli Cooking
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Liza to create authentic homemade hummus, harissa and more! This hands-on cooking class is focused on exploring ingredient sourcing and cooking techniques associated with Israeli foods, with an emphasis on the health benefits of each ingredient. Chef Liza will help sharpen your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Liza
Venice
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Delightful Frozen Desserts
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Savor the creamy goodness of three frozen treats made with fresh ingredients. A fun-filled lesson in warm-weather frozen delights await you in this hands-on class on featuring cold desserts with Chef Lasheeda. Learn smart dessert-making techniques while using high-quality ingredients in each course.
Begin by...
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Verified Chef
Chef Lasheeda
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Macaron Workshop
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Take a flavor-filled lesson on this sweet French treat loved all around the world. Learn how to create a variety of traditional French macarons in this exciting hands-on class with Chef Lasheeda. You'll discover the history of the macaron, techniques for a successful bake and magical flavor variations of this delicate...
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Verified Chef
Chef Lasheeda
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Team Building Activity
Authentic Mexican Home Cooking
$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Chef Carolina will introduce your team to four of her favorite traditional Mexican recipes. Spend time with your team learning how to make a handful of Chef Carolina's favorite Mexican dishes from scratch as you cook together in this hands-on class.
Begin by making ceviche, a South American favorite made with fish...
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Verified Chef
Chef Carolina
Culver City (Blanco - Culver Crest)
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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.