Cooking Classes in Cleveland
Best Cooking Classes in Cleveland for your next culinary journey
From the shores of Lake Erie to the kitchens of its vibrant neighborhoods, cooking classes in Cleveland invite you to explore the city’s rich culinary traditions and modern flair. Learn to craft Mediterranean dishes like savory moussaka or French classics such as buttery croissants and coq au vin. For those seeking variety, try your hand at Italian pasta-making, explore baking techniques or dive into Asian flavors with sushi or stir-fry. Just a short drive from Lakewood, Parma or Shaker Heights, these hands-on cooking sessions offer a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills and savor bold, new flavors. Guided by Cleveland’s most talented chefs, these lessons are perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks. Reserve your culinary course today and bring a taste of Cleveland’s creativity to your kitchen!
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Dim Sum Party
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the flavors and techniques of Asia and create beautiful Dim Sum to share. Embark on a culinary journey through the bustling streets of Hong Kong with a Dim Sum cooking class. Work alongside an expert chef as you learn to create delicate dumplings and steamed buns while mastering intricate folds and flavors....
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Tasting Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare Tuscan date night delicacies. Impress your partner with a romantic evening filled with delicious Tuscan flavors in this date night cooking class. You and your partner will work together to create a sumptuous Tuscan-inspired meal. From start to finish, a top-rated chef will teach you how to infuse your meal...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Italian Spring Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Refresh your culinary skills with delightful spring ingredients and recipes from Italy. Embark on a culinary journey in Italy with a refreshing, immersive Italian cooking class. Work with a top chef and learn how to incorporate the seasonal flavors and ingredients of spring into traditional Italian recipes. You'll...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Dim Sum Discovery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a bite-sized feast as you explore the aromatic flavors of East Asia. Learn traditional techniques for preparing bite-sized steamed delights in this hands-on cooking class. Working alongside an expert chef, you'll fold, wrap and create savory fillings like a professional. Soon, you'll be recreating your own East...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Modern French Madeleines
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake delightful French Madeleines and understand what is so special about French confectionery. Add one more sweet treat to your baking repertoire with an immersive French Madeleine cooking class. Work with an expert chef and learn how to craft these delectable, buttery French cakes. Master the perfect dough and...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Romantic Rendezvous - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll up your sleeves and indulge in the romance of French cuisine. Craft delicious French recipes from scratch with your special someone in a dynamic cooking class. Create a tempting French dinner for two, using techniques taught by a world-class chef. This class will enhance your culinary repertoire and let you...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Trip to Italy - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary trip to Italy with your partner and cook beautiful Italian cuisine together. Take date night to the next level and treat yourselves to an Italian cooking class for two. Work together as you learn the tips, tricks and techniques to make beautiful Italian dishes. An expert chef will guide you through...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Bread and Butter Sessions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the joys of scratch-made bakery items. Prepare to amaze yourself with new-found skills in this cooking class. Joined by a gourmet baker, you'll learn how to make several bread recipes. Start with fluffy white bread and a cinnamon-infused raisin bread. Next, combine ingredients for whole wheat country bread...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Delightful Danish Sessions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master baking techniques to create your favorite sweets at home. Practice baking skills and culinary techniques in this cooking class designed for all levels of home chefs. You'll join a gourmet chef who will guide you with step-by-step instructions. Practice mixing, laminated and shaping homemade dough into a duo of...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Making the Cut: Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Every chef needs to learn the proper use of kitchen knives. This cooking class is about knife technique and how to use all of the knives in your knife block. From cutting meats to seafood to vegetables, you'll explore the various styles of knife and how to select the right one for each job. You'll also get tips on...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Learn to Make Nashville Hot Chicken
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a trip down South and learn to make this spicy, flavorful dish. Ignite your taste buds with a Nashville hot chicken cooking class. Dive into this iconic Southern dish while learning from a world-class chef. Master the art of crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy glaze. Achieve the perfect balance of heat and...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Thai Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your culinary skills with a lesson in Thai cooking. In this immersive cooking class, you will explore the delicate balance of bold and subtle flavors essential to Thai cuisine. With tips from a world-class chef instructor, you’ll learn to craft this signature contrast while practicing techniques from frying...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Cleveland
How much do cooking classes in Cleveland cost?
The cost for each cooking class varies slightly, depending on the chef, the session chosen add the size of your group. Starting prices and fees are shown beside the listings for each class found on this page. With a tiering structure applied based on head count and class specifics, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to $100 per person and up.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are ideal for anyone entertaining the idea of creating food in a fun setting with friends and family. No matter what your abilities may be, everyone from beginners to advanced cooks can find their place in the kitchen while creating memorable moments. Easy step-by-step instruction and a stress-free environment take the pressure off while dialing up the excitement. Cooking lessons for kids and teens help younger cooks get in on the action while couples cooking classes and date night culinary sessions pepper in a little romance on the calendar. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, commemorating an anniversary or getting together with friends and colleagues, these cooking courses provide the perfect setting.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a wealth of the best cooking classes in Cleveland at your disposal, you can tap into the talents of one of the city's legendary culinary instructors. With everything you need to cook up a delicious meal provided, including ingredients and tools, you'll be ready to follow every guided step of your lesson. You'll have the company of other foodies expanding their creativity in a stress-free environment where everyone succeeds. Create connections with like-minded cooks as you conjure delicious dishes. Some sessions provide time for you to enjoy your finished meal in class, while others offer a make-and-take experience that lets you take your completed dishes home to enjoy instead.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master a wide range of techniques, everything from searing steak to decorating cake, from baking homemade breads to perfecting sauces and spreads. Practice essentials like precision knifework and more effective use of your appliances in smaller lessons included in every course. Whether you're finessing your seasonings until they're perfectly balanced or fussing with your artisanal charctuerie creations until it's too pretty to eat, you'll get hands-on experience while developing skills that will serve you in the kitchen, no matter what you're cooking up. And with international cooking experiences, you can explore methods like pasta making, sushi prep and the art of the French pastry.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The benefits of taking the culinary classes in Cleveland may start with learning the art of cuisine from some of the city's most talented chefs. But they reach beyond the kitchen by offering the opportunity to create magic with your best friends, family and coworkers while crafting amazing food together. Everything from gaining a better understanding of tastes and textures to exploring cultural cuisines you've always wanted to try present the rich possibilities provided by each session. You can also make new connections with fellow food aficionados from around town, thanks to courses in Tremont, St. Clair, and Superior.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose top cooking classes covering beloved cuisines like Italian, Mediterranean or French for a restaurant-style experience or go for something slightly more familiar like New American and barbeque. Try specialty lessons that let you focus on a specific option like cake decorating, cookie making, sushi creation and pasta prep. And if you're craving something global, you can always check into Japanese, Thai or Spanish fare to make your home table a more international affair.
Where do the classes take place?
Cleveland cooking classes near you generally take place either in your home, your instructor's home or a third-party venue that allows cooking. By consulting the map image on the course listing, you can find out if your pastry class is happening in Superior or your trattoria menu will be made in Little Italy. For some sessions, the instructor will travel to a workplace or separate venue. In these instances, all materials, supplies and ingredients required for the course will be provided onsite by the instructor.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Cleveland
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
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