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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Valentine's Chocolate Truffles with Chef Ruth
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Craft Valentine’s Day-ready chocolate truffles. If you love chocolate, this class is for you. Master Chocolatier Ruth, who has trained at some of the world’s best pastry schools, will give you the tools you need to make delicious truffles.
You’ll begin with filled caramel truffles, continue with Champagne...
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Chef Ruth or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Caramel and Butterscotch Desserts with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Unlock the secrets to making decadent caramel and butterscotch There are few things we love more than melted sugar soaked with cream and butter. And Chef Clemence—who trained in France and has appreciated buttery desserts since she was a child—will show you how to make beloved caramel and butterscotch candies...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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French Country Cooking with Chef John
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the skills to make hearty French country cuisine French country cooking is beloved and delicious. And Chef John—who dedicates his spare time to traveling and learning more about other country’s cuisine—will give you the tools to make these hearty dishes....
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Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Gnocchi with Chef Stefano
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover how to make beloved Italian gnocchi with a master chef! Gnocchi is a beloved Italian dish because it’s so damn good. And Italy-native Chef Stefano, who has also two Michelin stars to this name, will give you the skills to whip up gnocchi that you’ll love....
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Chef Stefano or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Egg Cookery 101 with Chef Jessica
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to master making great classic egg dishes. Eggs are a miracle food. And Chef Jessica—who’s dedicated to living a healthy lifestyle and cooking nutritious and tasty food—will show you the secrets to making really great eggs....
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Tex Mex Dinner: Perfecting Posole with Chef John
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn about how to make tasty Southwestern-influenced Tex Mex Nothing captures the wild essence of the Southwest like Tex Mex. And Chef John has traveled through the U.S. perfecting his cooking techniques so you can bring fresh Tex Mex right to your table.
Best of all? These dishes are tasty and easy to prepare....
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Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Mastering 5 Sauces: from Bisque to Bechamel with Chef John
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the secrets of making great sauces ranging from bisque to bechamel. The secret to great cuisine is in the sauce. And Chef John has been obsessed with fresh food since he would skip school to make grilled cheese and tomato soup at home.
He’ll show you how to whip up great sauces to make tasty everyday...
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Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Ghanaian Inspired 5-Course Meal
$119
Cooking Class
$119
If you’re looking to try a new and exotic dish, why not give guinea hen a try? Guinea hen is commonly eaten in Ghana and other parts of Africa and is lean, packs more flavor and protein and has half the fat of chicken. In short, it’s a miracle meat.
You’ll start by making sautéed baked plantain served with...
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Chef Afia
Playa Del Rey
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SMALL CLASS
German Classics: Schnitzel, Spatzle & Sauerkraut
$80
Cooking Class
$80
SMALL CLASS
Learn how to make a hearty German meal from a chef who knows her way around schnitzel. German foods aren’t just fun to say—they’re also absolutely delicious to make and eat. Learn the ropes of making the traditional fare of this country with Chef Cathy, who hails from Switzerland and has spent over two decades...
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Chef Cathy
El Segundo
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SMALL CLASS
Swiss Alps: Raclette to Rosti
$80
Cooking Class
$80
SMALL CLASS
Have an evening making—and then feasting on—the traditional dishes of Switzerland. While Switzerland may initially call to mind the Alps, yodeling, and The Sound of Music, its native cuisine is worth knowing about, too. In this class, you’ll learn all how to make the fascinating dishes of this country with Chef...
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Chef Cathy
El Segundo
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Knife Skills 101 with Chef Gill
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Sharpen up your knife skills with Chef Gill! One of the most important tools in the kitchen? The knife. And during this class, you’ll learn how to properly use one. After you learn about the tool’s anatomy, you’ll discover how to use a boning knife, paring knife, chef’s knife and a slicer too. After your...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Knife Skills 101 with Chef John
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Sharpen up your knife skills with Chef John! One of the most important tools in the kitchen? The knife. And during this class, you’ll learn how to properly use one. After you learn about the tool’s anatomy, you’ll discover how to use a boning knife, paring knife, chef’s knife and a slicer too. After your...
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Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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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.