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!
World-Class Chefs
Learn hands-on skills from your city's best chefs.
Endless Options
Customize menus for every craving, diet or preference.
Flexible Bookings
Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before events with 
icon.
Flexible Locations
In-person or online.
CHEF’S PLACE
Valentine's
HIGH DEMAND
Italian Steakhouse
$135
Cooking Class
$135
HIGH DEMAND
Enjoy a lavish Italian feast worthy of a swanky steakhouse! In this class, Chef Francesca shares her Italian heritage and years of cooking experience to bring you an authentic Italian culinary adventure in which you'll learn an array of valuable culinary skills.
Your hands-on class begins with an appetizer of...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Mediterranean Comfort Food
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Enjoy a sunny, soul-warming taste of the Mediterranean in this culinary experience with Chef Iain. In this hands-on class with Chef Iain, you'll learn how to recreate the robust flavors of Mediterranean cooking in your own kitchen and discover the comfort foods of a region known for having one of the healthiest...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Iain
Los Angeles (Mid City)
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Traditional Pasta With a Twist
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Chef Pierre provides you with a truly authentic, yet unique pasta-making experience. In this class, Chef Pierre guides you through the intricacies of authentic Italian cooking and pasta making. Learn the secrets to preparing your own exquisite pasta creations, starting with well-crafted dough from scratch.
Learn...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Latin Cuisine Made Easy
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create a show-stopping Latin-inspired meal with help from a professional. Join Chef Rick in this interactive cooking class where you’ll create a four-course Latin-inspired meal from beginning to end with instruction and advice from a world-class professional.
You’ll start by learning how to make tortilla...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Valentine's
Authentic Asian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to make your favorite Asian restaurant selections at home. This cooking class explores the flavors and textures of traditional Asian cuisine. Led by Chef Mo, you'll learn how to prepare several favorite Asian recipes. Start with spicy Thai chicken lettuce wraps with butter lettuce and sweet chili sauce....
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Meatless Italian Classics
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to make fresh, plant-based Italian with expert guidance. During this immersive cooking class, you'll confidently learn how to make meatless Italian classics. Chef Jasmin will be your host, guiding you in crafting a feast using fresh produce.
Chef Jasmin will show you how to assemble a refreshing antipasto...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Plant-Based Dinner Party
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring your next gathering to the next level with veggie-centric recipes. Perfect for vegetarians, this cooking class is designed for all levels of home chefs. You'll join an esteemed chef for culinary sessions dedicated to sourcing, prepping and preparing delicious and healthy vegetarian recipes.
Start by creating...
See more
Verified Chef
Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Team Building Activity
Gourmet Charcuterie Challenge
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Elevate your teams' culinary skills with an interactive charcuterie class. This team building activity invites guests on a delectable journey, learning the art of the perfect charcuterie board. Through interactive demonstrations and a lively team challenge led by Chef David, participants will discover the secrets of...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
More dates >
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...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
More dates >
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.
Learn...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
SMALL CLASS
Master the Basics of Chinese Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
SMALL CLASS
Impress your dinner guests with fundamental Chinese culinary techniques In this immersive cooking class, you'll learn how to create authentic Chinese cuisine from an expert chef. From special cutting techniques to pickling vegetables, this hands-on class will teach you everything you need to create a delicious Chinese...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
HIGH DEMAND
Lebanese Plant-Based Feast
$120
Cooking Class
$120
HIGH DEMAND
Explore the exquisite flavors of a classic Lebanese mezze with a plant-based twist. During this engaging cooking class, Chef Jackie will guide you into the secrets of making authentic Eastern Mediterranean dishes. She’ll help you prepare a delicious 100% plant-based Lebanese menu.
You’ll start by preparing two...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
More dates >
Showing 37 to 48 out of 1052 results
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.