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
Taste the Islands
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to your table! Bring the bold flavors of the Caribbean to your kitchen in this hands-on cooking class. An esteemed chef will guide you in making tostones, creamy garlic mojo dipping sauce, perfect jerk chicken topped with fresh mango salsa and fragrant coconut rice. End the...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Teens Cooking Series
Pizza Night Together - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Grab the family for a fun-filled time creating homemade pizzas together. Get your family together to enjoy an immersive, hands-on pizza cooking class. Led by a talented chef, get interactive as you learn to make fresh dough from scratch and a flavorful sauce. Work with fresh ingredients to create an array of toppings....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Experience Thai Flavors Together: Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spice up your date night with this comprehensive Thai cooking experience Learn how to combine aromatic herbs and spices in this hands-on cooking class. Together you'll learn how to prepare delicious Thai dishes using only the finest ingredients. Unravel the mystery of Thai cuisine and learn how to create the famous...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Spanish Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlock the secrets to scrumptious Spanish cuisine. When you take a Spanish cuisine cooking class, you'll become well-versed in preparing traditional dishes like stuffed dates wrapped in ham, aromatic paella, and a delightful dessert made with a touch of olive oil. A highly skilled chef will teach you how to bring out...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Romantic French Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a trip to Paris with your favorite person by creating a traditional French meal. Create your own romantic French dinner for two with a date night cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you and your partner will learn traditional techniques from France that will help you both master the art of French cooking....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Romance in Chianti – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your date and create Tuscan delights together in this Chianti inspired class. Ditch the dull Italian takeout and learn how to recreate the true romance of Chianti in this fun cooking class. For a unique cooking experience, you and your special person can together create a Tuscan dining masterpiece using the...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Brazilian Steak Night – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the vibrant flavors of Brazil in this hands-on date night cooking class. In this fun cooking class for two you’ll experience the soul of Brazil through its mouthwatering cuisine. Creating a date night to remember, this class promises to take you on an exciting culinary journey to Latin America, exploring...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Essential Flavors of Italy
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to create authentic Italian dishes using time-honored techniques. Savor the vibrant flavors of Italy in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to cook authentic Italian cuisine from a five-star professional Chef Daniel in an engaging environment.
Start with a crusty tomato basil bruschetta drizzled with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
Modern Thanksgiving Flavors Redefined
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make turchetta, roasted veggies, and mini bourbon pecan pies for a modern Thanksgiving. Revamp classic Thanksgiving flavors with a modern twist in this cooking class. Learn to make turchetta, an Italian-inspired turkey breast stuffed with stuffing and prosciutto, then rolled and roasted—your new favorite...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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All About Pasta: Kids' Edition
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Uncover your child's culinary prowess with this guided pasta-making class. Let your kids' inner chef shine with this hands-on pasta-making cooking class with Chef Luana. As a grandma herself, she has the magic touch to teach the importance of kitchen safety while boosting their confidence with a fun creative outlet....
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
CHEF’S PLACE
HIGH DEMAND
Sushi, Noodles and More
$125
Cooking Class
$125
HIGH DEMAND
Create a traditional Asian menu with thoughtful dishes chosen from an array of beloved cultures. Chef Cregg brings his special touch to Asian dining in this hands-on cooking class. He'll demonstrate his take on time-honored techniques for preparing a host of gourmet specialties.
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Verified Chef
Chef Cregg
Culver City
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
A Focus on Handmade Dough
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to mix, knead and prepare perfect dough to use in any recipe. In this hands-on dough-focused cooking class, Chef Mert teaches you everything you need to know about making a great dough. Whether you're a focaccia fan, a pizza pro or pie lover, this experience will give you the skills to take your next batch...
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Chef Mert
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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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.