Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best cooking classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
Cooking classes in Los Angeles are the perfect way to explore favorite dishes, try new cuisines, cater to dietary needs or indulge food cravings. Whether it's perfecting a favorite recipe or mastering a new cuisine, you'll learn to cook like a pro with guidance from five-star chefs. These cooking lessons in Los Angeles cover all tastes, preferences and skill levels. Book an exciting culinary class today!
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
From Scratch Thai Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Take a culinary excursion through the magical tastes and textures of the Pacific Rim. You'll be swept away by the authentic Thai recipes you'll create in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Cregg as you prepare a classic menu that highlights the rich traditions of this beloved Asian-Pacific cuisine.
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Pastry Secrets From France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft iconic French pastries with traditional techniques! Enjoy French pastry-making with this fun, hands-on cooking class. Discover the secrets and techniques for making showstopping and authentic pastries. With expert guidance, you’ll create delicate fleur de sel caramels, crispy lemon-sugared palmiers and rich...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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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Delightful Italian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add a touch of la dolce vita to your summer dinners with skills taught in this Italian feast. Discover how to create a summery Italian menu at this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marc V. Your expert chef will keep things fun as they show you how to prepare a whole menu of Italian favorites.
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Valentine's
A Culinary Journey to Southern France
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Explore the ingredients and flavors that make cuisine in the south of France so stunning. Chef Cregg knows that being a good cook is about more than following recipes; it's really all about technique. In this interactive cooking class, you'll handcraft four traditional French recipes completely from scratch.
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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Stuffed Pasta Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlock the secrets to fresh-filled pasta! In this interactive cooking class, you'll learn from a chef instructor how to make perfect stuffed pasta from scratch! Make an artichoke mezzelune with lemon butter, pumpkin ravioli al forno and assemble a nourishing roasted winter squash salad with hazelnuts and maple...
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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
Brunch Classics Reimagined
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Impress your loved ones with an unforgettable brunch made under the guidance of expert chef. Give everyone’s favorite mid-morning meal a makeover with a brunch cooking class led by imaginative expert Chef Marc V. With step-by-step instructions, the cooking class will be fun and easy to follow.
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Parisian Cooking Methods
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to cook as the French do in this interactive cooking class. Learn French cooking techniques with Chef Cregg, who will be your guide in creating a full Parisian feast. You'll master poaching and pan sauces and will have opportunities to refine your knife skills.
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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Discover Chinese Cooking
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Take a culinary adventure through the delights of China with a professional chef. Learn the skills to create an authentic Chinese feast at home with this cooking class led by Chef Marc V. With an expert by your side, Chinese recipes will become a staple in your cooking repertoire.
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Culinary Winter in Paris
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the flavors of a Parisian winter! In this exciting cooking class, you'll learn from the experts how to prepare a charming menu featuring roasted chicken with tarragon cream sauce, roasted root vegetables and an arugula and fennel salad with toasted homemade walnut vinaigrette. Complete the evening with...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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LIKELY TO SELL OUT
Culinary Tour Through Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
LIKELY TO SELL OUT
Discover the authentic tastes of Italy! Experience the unique flavors of Italy in this creative cooking class. With the guidance of a five-star chef, you’ll learn how to prepare rosemary grilled chicken under a brick paired with a rich lemon and saffron risotto. Next, you’ll make roasted broccolini and craft a...
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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.