Cooking Classes in Austin
Best Cooking Classes in Austin for your next culinary journey
Discover bold Texas flavors and global culinary techniques with cooking classes in Austin. Learn to craft classic Southern dishes like barbecue brisket, bake buttery biscuits or pecan pie, or shape handmade Italian pasta and French pastries from scratch. Guided by five-star chefs, these hands-on culinary lessons teach practical skills and highlight Austin’s dynamic foodie scene. Just a short drive from Round Rock, Pflugerville or Cedar Park, these classes are ideal for food lovers across the area. True to the city’s reputation as the Live Music Capital of the World, every cooking session celebrates creativity and innovation in the kitchen. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or global delicacies, culinary classes in Austin offer an unforgettable way to explore new flavors. Reserve your spot at one of the cooking courses today and taste the best of Austin!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Bistro Japonais - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a special evening with your favorite culinary partner. Warm up to a delicious evening of food, fun and learning with a date night cooking class showcasing specialties from Japan. You'll have first-rate instruction from a local chef who sets the tone for fun and romance while showing you how to create tender...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Fresh Cooking With Indian Flavors
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the art of pairing fresh food with full flavors to create exquisite culinary combinations. Chef Taruna not only knows the importance of using fresh ingredients, but how to unlock their full potential. In this hands-on class, you will create a mosaic of flavorful dishes using fresh ingredients and pairing them...
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Chef Taruna
Austin (Spicewood At Bullcreek)
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Gourmet Italian-American Favorites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
A menu of comfort fare gets a contemporary gourmet upgrade in this cooking class. A collection of classics from the Italian-American cookbook takes a step up in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan. You'll learn how to balance heartiness and elegance by adding fine touches to some humble favorites.
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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Parisian Gourmet - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bask in the elegance of French cuisine with this romantic menu. This signature cooking class combines luxurious ingredients with timeless techniques to create an unforgettable dining experience. Joined by an expert chef, you and your date will sear tender scallops to pair with buttery beurre blanc and layer potatoes...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Savor the Diversity of Delhi
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to prepare a wholesome Indian feast with Chef Taruna. Delhi is known for a diverse population with a cuisine influenced by various cultures and modified in unique ways — and variety is the spice of life! In this hands-on class, Chef Taruna show you the secrets to some of Delhi's best flavor...
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Chef Taruna
Austin (Spicewood At Bullcreek)
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Classic Croissant Selections
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Skip the bakery and head to the kitchen for these authentic Parisian pastries. There's no better way to experience the traditions of French baking than by creating your own croissants in a cooking class for bakers of all abilities. Work with a top-tier instructor while learning to prepare rich laminated dough and turn...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Brunch the Southern Way
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Add a little Southern charm and a whole bunch of sunshine to your brunch-time favorites! Pour the bubbles and prepare for a breakfast-lunch mash up made Southern style in this hands-on cooking lesson from Chef Megan. You'll learn new ways to indulge in the good life and share it all with friends and family.
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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Vegan Tex Mex Feast
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Give your plant-based dining life a dash of hearty flavor. Plant-based chefs and food enthusiasts will revel in the vibrant flavors featured in this Tex-Mex cooking class while having a blast making scratch-made tortillas. Chef Danushka invites you to explore a dynamic, plant-only menu that celebrates the...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Elevated Date Night Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare a gourmet, romantic menu for two with Chef Tera. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Tera teaches you how to create an elegant menu, perfect for a romantic evening. Practice preparing succulent seafood and balancing flavors and textures to create this gourmet meal.
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Chef Tera
Serving the Austin area
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Brazilian Steakhouse - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Utilize flavors and methods from a beef capital of the world for this dinner date. Infuse a steakhouse menu with bold flavors from South America with this chef-led cooking class for couples. Season and grill steak like a pro, then pan-fry pupusas and dice veggies and herbs to mix into homemade, garden-fresh salsa. For...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Quintessential Roast Chicken Meal
$95
Cooking Class
$95
The simple comfort of a classic home-cooked meal gets a flavorful gourmet lift. Create a quintessential and traditional American meal with all the trimmings in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan. She'll teach you how to prepare a thoughtful three-course feast with a classic roast chicken as the...
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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Essential Vegan Thai
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Turn up the taste and texture in three plant-forward recipes from this beloved Asian-Pacific cuisine. Let Chef Danushka awaken your senses to the incredible possibilities of vegan and gluten-free Thai cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. She'll share her secrets for leaving out meat, eggs, and dairy ingredients...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Austin
How much do cooking classes in Austin cost?
Though each cooking class varies as far as price depending on the size of your group, the menu or session and the chef conducting the session, you can generally expect to pay between $59 and $100 plus per person. You'll find a handy listing of the starting price and any additional fees shown on this page, next to each class description.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
With no prior experience required, these cooking classes are the ideal opportunity for chefs of all abilities to discover something new about food prep. Choose from sessions that celebrate cuisine from all around the world, select themed classes for holiday and special occasions and find exciting sessions centered on specialty techniques like barbecue and sushi. You will also find cooking courses aimed at younger chefs and families that give the whole crew a chance to collaborate on incredible fare. And with singles, date night and couples cooking classes on tap, you can even add a dash of romance to the menu.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Having the best cooking classes in Austin at your disposal means working with some of the city's superstar chefs, eager to share their passion and their expertise. You'll share the kitchen with fellow foodies as eager as you are to uncover their culinary abilities. With all tools and ingredients provided, you'll have all you need to get cooking. Savor step-by-step instruction as you prepare a suite of incredible dishes while enjoying the company of your fellow gourmet. Classes may also include a chance for you to dine on your creations once instruction has ended or take them with you to enjoy at home.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
From rolling your own handmade sushi to churning out premium homespun pasta, there's a vast array of techniques and skills for you to explore. Develop your sense of flavor balancing with sessions in global fare or practice your piping and flow techniques in cake decorating courses. Each of these cooking courses holds smaller lessons in specialty methods that help make your kitchen work more effective, skills like proper knifing techniques and how to make better use of your appliances. Learn to bring drama to the table with gourmet dessert classes or explore your talent for crafting bespoke sauces, perfect your touch for classic comfort flavors and more.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Learning new skills or elevating existing abilities while making new memories with friends, family and coworkers make the top cooking classes in Austin a highly rewarding experience. It's a creative way to expand your social network or reconnect with your existing circle, all while developing your gourmet abilities in a fun and enriching environment. You can explore a cuisine you've always wanted to try or perfect a technique you've been meaning to master. By tapping into sessions in East Austin, South Congress Avenue and the North Loop, you can learn from some of the city's most gifted culinarians as you bring new cultural flavors and familiar domestic specialties to your table.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose from a variety of cooking lessons that offer the best in domestic fare with menus celebrating barbecue, burgers and traditional steak dinners. To bring a bit of international flair to your culinary life, you can also opt for sessions in fine bistro dining, classic Italian creations or sensational specialties like Spanish paella and authentic Japanese sushi. Specialty courses in premium steakhouse selections and top-notch New American fare let you re-create dishes similar to what you might find at Odd Duck or The Guest House.
Where do the classes take place?
You can expect your cooking class to take place either in your chef's home, your home or a third-party venue chosen ahead of time. Some sessions feature a traveling instructor who comes to your office space or chosen venue for a custom onsite culinary lesson. In these courses, your chef will bring all tools, ingredients and materials needed for the session. You can click on the map link found in sessions near you to determine if you'll be headed to East Austin for your lesson in trattoria specialties or to Dove Springs for a how-to on rustic French fare.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Austin
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.