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.
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Whole Grain Baking: Quick Breads from Scratch with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Create hand-crafted whole grain breads and baked goods with Chef Clemence! Discover an array of applications for whole grains in this dynamic and delicious baking class with Chef Clemence. You'll learn how to create satisfying and healthy alternatives for a variety of baked goods, milling your own locally sourced...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Canning 101: Jams, Preserves and Pickles with Chef Clemence
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the fundamentals of canning and preserving with Chef Clemence! With springtime officially here, the markets are beginning to fill with an abundance of warm-weather produce, making this the ideal time to discover how to preserve ripe seasonal fruits and vegetables. In this cooking class, you'll learn how simple...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
I Won The Bake Sale with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Master the essentials of sweet treats with five different baked goods. Create an array of divine crowd-pleasing desserts with the help of baking aficionado Chef Clemence!
In this class, you'll learn how to make batters from scratch and how to package baked goods like a professional. Learn the secrets to soft...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Seafood Skills with Chef Gill
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to create restaurant-quality seafood at home with Chef Gill! While seafood can be intimidating to take on at home, this class led by Chef Gill will give you the skills and confidence to source and cook fresh and nourishing seafood meals at home.
In this class, you'll learn an array of bright and beautiful...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
French Tarts with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create a classic straight from the cafés of Paris with Chef Clemence! France is known not only for its rich culture, but its world-class desserts as well. Chef Clemence shares her expertise and passion for all things chocolate to provide you a truly unique experience. In addition to her background as a teacher and...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Fresh Pasta and Spring Sauces with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to create delicious spring pasta dishes with Chef Clemence! Prepare your tastebuds for an acapella of Italian flavor as your embark on a true culinary journey. Learn to make your own sauces from scratch and pair them with your choice of fresh and dried pastas. Chef Clemence guides you through the creation of...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
North and West African Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Unlock the secrets to making dynamic North and West African cuisine from a top chef. After taking this class, you’ll be able to whip up Paleo and gluten-free North and West African cuisine with ingredients plucked straight from the farmer’s market. Chef Afia, a native of Ghana, will teach you how to make healthy,...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Afia
Playa Del Rey
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Spring at the Santa Monica Market
$149
Cooking Class + Market Tour
$149
Uncover the trade secrets of shopping the farmers market from an expert chef! If you're curious to learn how a chef goes about selecting ingredients or simply want to learn how to approach shopping at the farmers market, this expert tour guided by Chef V is the perfect way to master the market in a single visit!...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef V or Local Host
Serving the Los Angeles area
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Team Building Activity
Italian Inspired and Paleo Friendly
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Learn how to make Italian favorites with a healthy, paleo twist. Published cookbook author Chef V was raised in an Italian kitchen, and she’s a master at giving her favorites a paleo makeover. In this class you will learn how to make a modern Italian supper that’s perfect for a healthy lifestyle.
The meal...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef V or Local Host
Santa Monica (Ocean Park)
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Elegant Easter Brunch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to prepare a perfect Easter brunch with Chef V! Delight in the joys of spring with this elegant and modern Easter menu suitable for brunch or dinner. You'll learn an array of useful culinary skills and techniques through Chef V's contagious passion for cooking.
This class covers a delightful menu...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef V or Local Host
Santa Monica (Mid-City)
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Elegant Three-Course Paleo
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to make an on-trend paleo-friendly menu with Chef Andy. Chef Andy, a restaurant industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, will give you the skills you need to create impressive paleo cuisine to please any palate.
Learn about the basics and benefits of the paleo diet as you work your way through...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Andy
Serving the Los Angeles area
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
Southern Soul Food Brunch
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Prepare a sumptuous Southern brunch with Chef Andy. Rather than going out for a food coma-inducing brunch, why not learn to make a luxurious feast yourself? With over two decades of restaurant experience, Chef Andy, will teach you how to whip up a classic Southern brunch.
Class will start off with flaky biscuits...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Andy
Serving the Los Angeles area
Showing 805 to 816 out of 1016 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.