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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Team Building Activity
Baking and Chocolate Making
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Fill up your cookie jar and create gifts of personalized chocolates. Chef Ryan brings a wealth of experience not only in baking but also in styling these decadent desserts to ensure your team’s creations look just as good as they taste.
In this sweet team-building workshop you will work alongside coworkers in...
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Chef Ryan
Serving the Los Angeles area
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Team Building Activity
Season’s Sweets Workshop
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Welcome the holiday spirit by creating your own decadent truffles alongside your officemates. Nothing spreads holiday cheer like decadent treats and homemade truffles make the experience ever so much sweeter! Gather your coworkers for this team-building activity in creating festive sweets that even Willy Wonka would...
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Chef Ryan
Serving the Los Angeles area
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Season’s Greetings From Mexico
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Serve up a Mexican-inspired dinner centered around the tamale. Take cues from Mexico this season and create dishes that will warm the body and soul for the holidays. A 12-year veteran of the restaurant industry, Chef Carolina brings the experience from a legacy of authentic Mexican cooking in her family as well as a...
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Chef Carolina
Culver City (Blanco - Culver Crest)
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Team Building Activity
Argentine Feast
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Fire up your coals and perfect the art of grilled meat, gaucho style! Discover the secrets to the perfect asado and cook a hearty Argentinian meal. A 12-year veteran of the restaurant industry, Chef Carolina brings the experience from a legacy of great Latin cooking in her family as well as a drive to promote natural,...
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Chef Carolina
Culver City (Blanco - Culver Crest)
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
European Dinner
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Add an unexpected twist to your dinner menu. Introduce something new to your dinner and surprise loved ones with a feast fit for the European Union. Drawing on her Italian heritage and international experiences as a diplomat’s wife, Chef Elisabetta expertly seasons her cooking and entertaining with influences from...
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Chef Elisabetta
Los Angeles (Mid-City)
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Make Halloween Candy with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
PLACEHOLDER DIY Halloween Candy: Marshmallow Ghosts to Peanut Butter Cups
Boo! Join us as recreate childhood favorites from scratch- made even better with our Cordillera chocolate and not a lick of corn syrup.
Ages 16 and up. Classes are BYOB & BYOC (Bring Your Own...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Favorite Fall Desserts with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Usher in the sweet flavors of the season with a decadent dessert menu. Chef Clemence has had a passion for confections since she was a child and has refined her skills as a pâtissier over the years. In a warm and welcoming environment, she expertly guides you through the baking process so that each sweet that you...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Hearty Soups and Stews with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Bring home the taste of homemade soups and stews with Chef Clemence! If you have ever been curious about what goes into preparing this luscious fare, you now have the opportunity to learn the exact amount of each ingredient as well as the variety of cooking methods necessary to ensure a toothsome experience for your...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Sinful Chocolate Desserts with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Satisfy your craving with an irresistible selection of classic confections! Learn to create a luscious variety of chocolate-based desserts that are sure to please your sweet tooth with Chef Clemence. Born in Paris, she has had a love affair with pastries since childhood and relishes the opportunity to share her...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Five Make Ahead Meals with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Explore a sumptuous three-course menu of convenient gourmet meals. Whether you have a busy lifestyle or would simply like to learn to prepare delicious and nutritious meals in an expedient manner, Chef Clemence has assembled a custom menu that covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy smiles around your table as you...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Bread Making Fundamentals With Chef Eric
$125
Cooking Class
$125
From barbecues to elegant dinners, learn to make bread for every occasion! Have you always been interested in baking bread from scratch? Chef Eric is excited to share his knowledge on the basics of bread baking, and the proper jams and jellies to pair each bread creation.
Your experience begins with a classic...
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Chef Eric C.
Los Angeles (West Los Angeles)
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Holidays Pies and Tarts With Chef Eric
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Unleash the flavors of the most festive season with Chef Eric. Relish the excitement that comes with making your own pies and tarts in an environment that promotes fun and cooperation. You will also learn Chef Eric’s special tips and tricks to ensure that your crust compliments each of your sweet creations...
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Chef Eric C.
Los Angeles (West Los Angeles)
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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.
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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.