Cooking Classes in San Fernando Valley
Best Cooking Classes in San Fernando Valley for your next culinary journey
If you can tear yourself away from the silver screen for a few hours, you’ll find another immersive and equally exciting pastime with one of the many cooking classes in San Fernando Valley. Whether you’re staying near Sushi Row, Sherman Oaks or the popular Encino neighborhood, you’ll find a plethora of cooking courses in San Fernando valley to tempt your tastebuds. Learn to make the most sophisticated sushi, prepare croissants worthy of the streets of Paris or master the perfect steakhouse sear. Whichever class takes your fancy, you’ll find yourself guided by a friendly local chef, learning their tricks of the trade and placing yourself firmly on the road to success as you look to level up your home-cooking. Interested? Then book your cooking class in San Fernando valley today.
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The Rich Tradition of Risotto
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Be transported to another world entirely as you learn risotto-making techniques from an Italian native. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Luana will teach you the art of authentic risotto preparation by providing an introduction to the methodology behind risotto. Once you understand proper procedure, you can make...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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Delightful Italian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add a touch of la dolce vita to your summer dinners with skills taught in this Italian feast. Discover how to create a summery Italian menu at this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marc V. Your expert chef will keep things fun as they show you how to prepare a whole menu of Italian favorites.
You’ll begin with...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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SMALL CLASS
Classic Mexican Street Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Come see how easy it is to recreate a Mexican feast in your own home! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Rebecca, you'll learn how to make a few Mexican street food dishes packed with exciting ingredients and authentic flavor.
You'll start by hand-frying your own crispy taco shells and then filling them with...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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SMALL CLASS
Exploring Sweet and Savory Flavors
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Impress your friends and learn how to create an array of tempting treats This cooking class will appeal to foodies who enjoy both sweet and savory flavors. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you'll explore the finest ingredients, learning how to prepare them professionally to create an array of delectable dishes....
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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Mediterranean Seafood Specialities
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Explore classic Sardinian cuisine with Chef Francesca! Curated for seafood lovers, this three-course menu is for those who would like to take part in a unique cooking class featuring the best traditional Sardinian specialties.
You'll have the option to choose your dish for each course, starting with lemon and...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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Thai Flavor Quest - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate connection over the bold flavors and spices of Thailand. This cooking class invites you to share an unforgettable culinary adventure inspired by Thailand’s rich flavors! Together, you’ll make dishes like pad Thai and panang coconut curry with shrimp, learning techniques that balance sweet, savory and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Ravioli Revelry
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to craft artisan raviolis and authentic Italian sauces by hand with Chef Luana. In this hands-on class, Chef Luana will teach you the art of ravioli making, an artisanal skill that is lost to most modern home cooks. Crafting ravioli from scratch is an impressive feat and Chef Luana teaches you everything you...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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Brunch Classics Reimagined
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Impress your loved ones with an unforgettable brunch made under the guidance of expert chef. Give everyone’s favorite mid-morning meal a makeover with a brunch cooking class led by imaginative expert Chef Marc V. With step-by-step instructions, the cooking class will be fun and easy to follow.
Following the...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Kids Cooking Series
Sweet Days of Summer: Kids’ Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Culinary kids will love indulging their sweet tooth in this five-day summer baking series. Treat the budding bakers in your family to the ultimate summer treat — a five-day cooking class series dedicated to their favorite bakeshop treats! With help from a renowned chef, they’ll learn to make cheesy bread, bake...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Pasta Making Class
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make pasta completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class! If you love pasta and want to learn how to make it the best way, this class taught by Chef Francesca will be perfect for you! You'll practice hand rolling pasta in three different shapes, and learn the secrets for drying and cooking pasta...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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SMALL CLASS
Elegant French Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
From gooey Camembert to ratatouille to poached pears, this French meal is a treat. Learn how to prepare a fine French meal with Chef Rebecca in this interactive cooking class. You'll make classic French dishes and learn a few key French cooking techniques as you prepare the meal together.
First, bake Camembert...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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All About Pasta: Kids' Edition
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Uncover your child's culinary prowess with this guided pasta-making class. Let your kids' inner chef shine with this hands-on pasta-making cooking class with Chef Luana. As a grandma herself, she has the magic touch to teach the importance of kitchen safety while boosting their confidence with a fun creative outlet....
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Fernando Valley
How much do cooking classes in San Fernando Valley cost?
Your cost will vary depending on the session you culinary classes, the menu you create and the size of your group. A base price is displayed next to each class listing on this page, as well as any fees that might be part of the price. A tiering structure will be applied to determine final cost, based on headcount and other class specifics. In general, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
You'll find cooking classes that are suitable for cooks of all skills and tastes, even aspiring chefs who've never given gourmet creativity a try before. Try a little romantic food prep in a couples or date night cooking lessons or get the whole family in on the excitement with sessions that invite everyone to the kitchen. You'll even find kids and teen courses that help your younger chefs develop their sense of culinary confidence. And when it's time to celebrate don't forget to book clicking classes for birthdays, reunions, anniversaries and any special occasion where food and fun are key ingredients.
What should I expect during a typical class?
All cooking courses include everything required to create a magnificent menu from start to finish, including tools, ingredients and top-notch instruction from the city's most talented chefs. The atmosphere is light and stress-free and the company includes other curious cooks from around town who share your enthusiasm for creating fantastic food. With patient guidance that's easy to understand and the opportunity to ask questions as you learn, you'll have a session that feels like it's been personalized for you.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Techniques used around the world are featured in cooking experiences that bring culinary specialties from Paris, Italy, the Mediterranean and India into focus. Practice your talent for pastries, become a sushi master of your home kitchen or discover the joy of baking breads from cultures far and wide. Thanks to courses that celebrate regional flavor you can even tap into sessions that explore modern classics from the California Dining scene. Each session includes lessons that focus on best practices for your kitchen tools and other specific skills you can apply to a variety of gourmet scenarios.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The best cooking classes in the Valley let you engage with some of the finest chefs in the area while working side-by-side with other curious creatives looking to sharpen their kitchen skills. Every step leads you further in your culinary journey by building your confidence and enhancing your instincts. When you invite your friends, family and colleagues into the kitchen with you, you have a delicious opportunity to create memorable experiences centered around incredible food. From building community to enhancing your home dining life, every aspect offers benefits worth savoring.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Lessons in international cuisine from Britain, China, India and beyond are popular options for the global gourmet, while menus featuring New American dishes and classic Southern favorites bring the best domestic creations into your dining life. You can explore the secrets behind your favorite restaurant fare in sessions exploring steakhouse stylings, bistro methods and trattoria traditions. You'll even find top cooking classes inspired by top restaurant fare like dishes served at Firefly and The Enchanted Manor. Expand your baking and decorating abilities, prepare charcuterie and sushi, prepare your own handmade pasta and more.
Where do the classes take place?
From the busy streets of Burbank to the lush lawns of Glendale, cooking classes near you take place in every region of the Valley. No matter which part of the city you're in, you'll find courses that take place either in your home, your instructor's home or a third-party venue chosen especially for the session. You can even find classes in which the chef travels to your workspace or offsite venue. For these sessions, all supplies and ingredients required for the class will be delivered by the chef to the chosen locale.
