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
Artisan Plates of Japan
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Navigate through the rich tapestry of Japanese cooking with vibrant and varied dishes. This cooking class is your ticket to bringing Japan onto your plate. You will learn to create shrimp and pork gyoza with a savory ginger soy sauce and crispy tempura vegetables complemented by dashi. Grilling techniques will come to...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Savory Spanish Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight your palate with a symphony of Spanish flavors and textures in this class. Indulge in the artistry of Spanish cuisine in this engaging cooking class. You’ll learn to roast a succulent pork loin with a rich romesco sauce, prepare roasted potatoes with a citrus twist and create a refreshing black olive salad....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Flavors of Thailand - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a trip to Thailand with your favorite person by recreating iconic Thai cuisine. Spend an unforgettable evening exploring the exotic flavors of Thailand with your favorite person in an immersive Thai cooking class. Learn from an expert chef as you practice stir-frying in a wok, simmering curry and mastering your...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Springtime Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create gorgeous, colorful macarons that look almost too pretty to eat. Treat yourself to something special and learn French baking techniques in a macaron cooking class. Learn from a world-class chef as they share the secrets to mastering the perfect flavor and texture of macarons. From preparing the batter and piping...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Antipasti Craftsmanship
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Hone your skills in creating exquisite Italian antipasti that celebrate flavor and presentation. Dive into the bold flavors of Italy in this engaging antipasti cooking class. Learn to craft calamari fritti that are perfectly crisp, bruschetta topped with vibrant olive tapenade and rich ricotta. You’ll master Italian...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Steakhouse Signatures - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a meal that rivals your favorite steakhouse and broaden your culinary horizons. Skip the crowd and create your own date night magic with a steakhouse favorites cooking class. Learn the secrets of how to master the perfect sear on a beautiful piece of meat as an expert chef shares tips and tricks to the trade....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Sweet Layers of Danish Bliss
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in the flaky, buttery world of Danish pastries, perfect for any occasion. Achieve mastery in the art of Danish pastry-making in this interactive cooking class. You’ll learn to laminate dough perfectly, shaping it into cream cheese Danish pockets and inviting apricot pinwheels. With expert guidance, you’ll...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Ramen Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft restaurant-worthy ramen with beautiful, fresh ingredients and deeply rich flavor. Treat yourself to a new skill and learn to make your favorite meal in a hands-on ramen cooking class. Work with a top chef as they walk you through techniques for making homemade ramen noodles. Master a quick method for making...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Romantic Elegant Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft an intimate dining experience with dishes meant for sharing. Experience a taste of romance in this cooking class, where you’ll prepare seared scallops with a rich tarragon butter sauce that ignites passion. Combine this with a crisp shaved fennel salad and saffron-infused risotto for a delightful pairing. End...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Nashville Hot Chicken
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn up the heat and master the flavor behind iconic Nashville Hot Chicken. Take a trip down to the South with a Nashville Hot Chicken cooking class. In this immersive experience, learn the secrets to this flavorful, iconic chicken dish from an expert chef. Appreciate the simplicity of southern ingredients and learn...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Flavors of Thailand
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the flavors and techniques of Thai cuisine to create the perfect meal to share. Who needs takeout when you can easily create Thai dishes at home with a Thai cooking class? Work with a top chef and learn the secrets of combining aromatic herbs and spices with seasonal ingredients to create the flavors that make...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Spring Reverie
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Escape to the French countryside with vibrant dishes that celebrate the essence of spring. Discover savory French spring delights in this immersive cooking class. You’ll learn to pan-sear salmon to perfection, grill haricots verts with aromatic tarragon and chive butter and prepare herbes de Provence steamed rice...
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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.