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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Sweet Italian Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fans of authentic Italian desserts will swoon for these mouthwatering creations Warm up your sweet tooth for this interactive cooking class exploring the world of Italian baking. You'll prepare a selection of treats loved by gourmet diners around the world. Learn the secrets of true Italian bakers and pastry chefs...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Holiday Three-Layer Spiced Cake
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring some holiday magic to your dessert table with this sweet creation. Create a warming and festive dessert in this chef-led experience geared towards the holidays. Discover the right blend of spices so your cake is moist and spongy but not overpowering. Blend up a cream cheese frosting to highlight flavors of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Authentic Bûche de Noël
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover professional techniques for this iconic seasonal dessert. Make your holiday dessert table a festive and delicious display with a traditional holiday dessert: The Bûche de Noël. Whip up a fluffy batter for your sponge cake base, then form a roulade by spreading Italian mocha buttercream and rolling. Top with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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A Fancy New Year's Eve Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your New Year's Eve date night dining plans. In this chef-led experience, you will utilize premium ingredients to create a decadent dinner to celebrate big events. Make batter for fluffy blinis, the vehicle for a luxurious appetizer with gravlax. Season and pan-sear a steak then serve it up Diane-style with an...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Elevate Your Holiday Cookies
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Revel in the delight of homemade holiday cookies. Immerse yourself in the world of pastry decorations with this chef-led cooking class that will transform regular cookies into festive works of art. From neatly piped gingerbread people to colorful windowpane cookies and fluffy coconut macaroons that resemble snowballs,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Festive Ravioli
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create an array of mouthwatering holiday ravioli from scratch. Make savory-filled ravioli with holiday flair in this chef-led experience. Knead your own pasta dough and prepare delectable fillings before pressing and cooking your ravioli. Each dish is topped with one of two homemade sauces and served with a fresh...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a display of stunning, vibrant macarons. Get into the party spirit with this engaging cooking class focused on artistic treats. Beautiful French macarons are iconic and notoriously neat, so perfection is the name of the game. You will craft your own like a true professional, forming tidy circles and piping...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Special Spanish Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Immerse yourself in the world of Spanish cooking this season. Discover the ins and outs of Spanish cuisine, known for its robust flavors in this exciting cooking class. This chef-led experience takes you through every step of making a variety of Spanish dishes, from prepping your ingredients to knife skills to several...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Holiday Tamales
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the holiday season with Latin American flair. Tamales are a true symbol of the holidays in many Latin American countries and they are a delicious labor of love. Discover how to make your own from mixing your own masa dough to cooking up savory fillings with meat and vegetables. Hand-fill and steam each husk...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Hors d'Oeuvres for the Holidays
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your holiday gatherings with decadent hors d'oeuvres. Learn to host with ease and style with this cooking experience all about hors d'oeuvres. Master culinary skills like making crackers for a salty amuse-bouche to wrapping and baking miniature beef Wellington bites or layering caramelized onions with gruyère...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday Bread Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake fresh and festive loaves for the holiday season. Discover the simplicity and joy of making bread from scratch in this chef-led cooking experience. Utilize humble ingredients like yeast and flour and discover the secret to proofing loaves for a fluffy, soft outcome. Incorporate extra flavor for a raspberry...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Winter Comfort Cooking Specialties
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a culinary session focused on creating warmth with food. Discover the techniques behind a full spread of comforting dishes to heat you from the inside out. An expert will guide you through fundamental knife skills and preparations for seasoning and searing meat and creating delectable side dishes to complement...
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Verified Chef
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.