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 TRAVELS TO YOU
Valentine's
Gourmet Classics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover the ins and outs of a classic, gourmet meal. Chef Pierre brings his extensive culinary background to show you how to create classic gourmet dishes all on your own. With his expert guidance, you will have the opportunity to re-create satisfying and wholesome meals at home for all occasions.
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
South American Kitchen Essentials
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Combine local produce with traditional recipes and techniques in this hands-on cooking class. Follow along on this culinary excursion through South America, utilizing traditional ingredients and mastering time-honored cooking methods. Chef David will demonstrate and explain how to prepare flavorful classic dishes like...
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Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Classic Mediterranean Cooking
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Rick as he guides you through a mouthwatering Mediterranean menu. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll create a 4-course Mediterranean meal with help and expert advice from a top-rated chef.
You’ll begin your lesson by learning how to make baked feta with olives, tomatoes, and toasted pita...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Rustic Italian Favorites
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Prepare a handful of traditional, rustic recipes straight from Italy and completely from scratch. This hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca will take you on a tour of time-honored flavors from the Italian countryside. Build teamwork skills and learn culinary techniques as you work together to cook a...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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No-Frills French Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
The basics of gourmet cookery come to light in an eye-opening exploration of French classics. Discover a simpler way to consider French cuisine with a cooking class that makes authentic methods easy to understand. Your top-tier instructor is ready to demonstrate essential techniques you can build on as you make...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Perfecting Beef Wellington
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Pierre and learn the secrets behind making the British classic, beef Wellington. Chef Pierre was born in France and studied cooking there for 12 years. In this cooking class, he will show you how to prepare the perfect beef Wellington, as well as teaching you some important tricks of the trade.
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Valentine's
SMALL CLASS
Elegant French Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
SMALL CLASS
From gooey Camembert to ratatouille to poached pears, this French meal is a treat. Learn how to prepare a fine French meal with Chef Rebecca in this interactive cooking class. You'll make classic French dishes and learn a few key French cooking techniques as you prepare the meal together.
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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Spectacular Chocolate Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Crispy shells and velvety centers make these whimsical pastries a winning If there's a representative from the patisserie world that makes treat lovers sit up and take notice, the chocolate macarons in this hands-on cooking class are a noteworthy candidate! Work with a gifted local baker while learning to make your...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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LIKELY TO SELL OUT
French Essentials - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
LIKELY TO SELL OUT
Refreshing culinary surprises await in every dish of this stellar Parisian menu. Do up date night right with a hands-on cooking class where couples discover the magic of homemade French classics. You'll work side-by-side as you learn to preapre seared scallops, French-style potatoes, garlicky green beans and juicy...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fundamentally French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Soar to new levels of culinary expertise with an expert-led session in key French creations. If you're intrigued by the idea of adding homemade French cuisine to your dining life, this cooking class makes a savory introduction. Practice fundamental techniques to build on while preparing familiar favorites such as coq...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fine French Folly - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
The kitchen becomes a romantic haven for couples in love with haute cuisine. A magical night of French dining takes the shape of a cooking class where couples discover their collaborative culinary skills. With dishes like porcini-crusted steak, hearty spinach and beet salad, authentic green beans and luscious pear...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Parisian Winterscape - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Frosty nights call for dinner selections with added warmth and your special someone. Cuddle up in the kitchen for a warm couples cooking class sharing the fine winter flavors of Parisian bistro fare. The atmosphere is set for a sumptuous evening of exquisite cuisine, complete with steak au poivre, pommes frite, green...
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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.
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.