Californian Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
California is well-known for its unique cuisine that is the result of cultural and culinary influences from around the world. You need not be a native Californian to appreciate the distinct flavors that infuse our local dishes, and now you can learn to create these fabulous meals from expert chefs. Be sure to book a hands-on Californian cooking class in Los Angeles and set off on your culinary adventure today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic American Autumn Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create autumn classics with smoked honey chicken, buttermilk biscuits, and apple crisp using Breville appliances. Experience American classics and autumnal flavors in this hands-on cooking class featuring innovative Breville appliances. Use the smoking gun by Breville to create a smoked hot honey for glazing chicken....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Team Building Activity
Original Farmers Market Tour
$79
Team Building Activity
$79
Explore a historic LA farmers market on an informative and delicious food and history tour. You'll visit one of the most popular shopping and dining markets Los Angeles has to offer on this walking food tour with Guide Lisa or Other Local Guide. You'll enjoy 10 generous tastings as you learn about the vendors and...
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Guide Lisa or Other Local Guide
Los Angeles, (Fairfax)
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Valentine's
West Coast Italian
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Chef Adam uses fresh, local and sustainable ingredients to create California cuisine with Italian flair. The cuisines of both Italy and California meld beautifully in this meal celebrating the meeting of West Coast and Italian coast, where high-quality ingredients are used prominently.
Enjoy the best of both worlds...
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Chef Adam
San Pedro
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SMALL CLASS
California Fusion Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
SMALL CLASS
Get ready to discover how to incorporate an array of exotic flavors into California cuisine. In this hands-on class with Chef Tim, you will learn how to prepare a four-course California fusion menu using fresh, local, in-season ingredients, and simple cooking techniques that yield big flavor.
Some of the dishes you...
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Verified Chef
Chef Tim
Serving the Los Angeles area
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SMALL CLASS
Texafornian Brunch
$85
Cooking Class
$85
SMALL CLASS
The secrets to a scrumptious Texan and Californian fusion feast are at your fingertips. Utilizing her wide range of culinary experiences, Chef Hannah has a few amazing fusion techniques that will easily please your palate.
Your brunch menu just got an upgrade. Learn how to take the incredibly comforting flavors...
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Chef Hannah
Los Angeles (Melrose)
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Outdoor Grilling Class
Turn on that Grill!
$95
Cooking Class
$95
The flavors of the season come alive with Chef Carolina. When it comes to grilling, chef Carolina knows a thing or two. With her impressive culinary background, she has techniques and tricks that she is ready to share with you.
Join chef Carolina in grilling an entire meal to absolute perfection. Discover diverse...
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Chef Carolina
Culver City (Blanco - Culver Crest)
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SMALL CLASS
Handmade Linguine & Clams
$89
Cooking Class
$89
SMALL CLASS
Get ready to make a linguini and clams dish that is truly out of this world! In this class, you will get your hands dirty, that is, by making your very own pasta dough from scratch- completely by hand! Chef Josh is ready to provide you with the skills necessary to make delectable homemade pasta in this partially hands...
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Chef Josh
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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SMALL CLASS
Crispy Market Fish
$75
Cooking Class
$75
SMALL CLASS
Learn all there is to know about preparing succulent salmon. Perhaps you have always wanted to learn how to create the most delectable salmon dish. Or maybe you just really enjoy salmon and need to be shown some tips and techniques in order for you to be able to prepare it yourself. In this demonstration cooking class...
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Chef Josh
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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American Comfort in Santa Monica
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create indulgent cuisine with the expert guidance of a truly passionate chef! Chef John has mastered his craft through an international education that brought him to a variety of destinations around the world. He now delights in passing on his immense knowledge and inspiring students. Afterwards, you’ll be able to...
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Verified Chef
Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Healthy Cooking With Chef Eric
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore savory and nutritious meals with Chef Eric! Now you can experience the fun of preparing dishes that satisfy the palate and also fit a healthy lifestyle in a welcoming atmosphere that is perfect for cultivating your inner culinarian. Chef Eric will expertly guide you through the preparation of each dish step by...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric C.
Los Angeles (West Los Angeles)
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Thanksgiving Dinner With Chef Eric
$150
Cooking Class
$150
Delve into an exquisite seasonal bounty. Take some of the stress out the holiday season with a delectable six-course menu expertly prepared by Chef Eric that is sure to please! With his expert guidance, you will learn to create a full Thanksgiving meal that is not only full of flavor, but variety as well. Put your new...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric C.
Los Angeles (West Los Angeles)
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Field to Table - Vegetarian
$110
Cooking Class
$110
Learn to bring out the very best in wholesome greens and grains with Chef Ryan! Enjoy a class that is both informative and immersive as you take a trip to your local farmer’s market to pick the choicest of ingredients to create savory meals. This course will guide you through the process of keeping a balanced diet...
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Verified Chef
Chef Ryan
Serving the Los Angeles area
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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.
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.