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!
CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Sicilian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a flavor-packed Sicilian dinner as a team. Enjoy a romantic taste of Sicily in this interactive cooking class in Westlake (Cleveland). With help from Chef Matthew or a resident chef, you and your partner will shape arancini, cook pasta alla Norma, mix a fresh arugula and fennel salad and churn Aperol spritz...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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A Cozy Beef Wellington Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the techniques for a classic beef Wellington in this interactive class. Create the perfect family feast in this cozy cooking class. Learn to bake tender beef Wellington, prepare fluffy mashed potatoes, and make green beans in garlic parsley butter. End with a salted caramel dark chocolate...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Holiday
Macarons and Amour
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fall in love with the quintessential French cookie, the macaron. Discover the secrets to perfect French macarons in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a skilled pastry chef, you'll master the art of whipping and piping meringue into lovely pastel-colored sandwich cookies with crisp shells and decadent fillings....
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Family Valentine's Day - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gather the whole group for lessons on creating Valentine's Day sweets. Join this cooking class that features family-friendly sessions on baking, decorating and presenting a variety of Valentine's Day treats. Bake and shape cookies, mix fudge and learn how to work with puff pastry for a fun and interactive...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Master Creative High-Heat Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore cooking techniques that rely on precise temperature control. Learn practical heat-based techniques in this interactive cooking class in Westlake (Cleveland). With help from Chef Matthew or a resident chef, you’ll grill radicchio, sear strip steak, braise leeks and make cinnamon ice cream. You’ll...
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Westlake
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Vibrant Dumpling Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore classic dumpling methods suitable for beginners. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). Guided by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping sauces to...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Savoring Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend an evening in Paris with someone special. For a truly romantic date night, this French cuisine cooking class is magnifique. Led by a professional chef, you'll master classic French techniques to prepare an authentic Parisian meal that includes coq au vin, a traditional French chicken stew and a winter green...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Indian Takeout Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform simple Indian fare into an elevated meal with just a few special touches. Fans of Indian food will adore learning how to make their own upscale replica recipes in this hands-on cooking class. With a gourmet chef leading the lesson, you'll discover how thoughtful preparation can take your flavors from so-so...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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French Croissants Demystified
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake buttery, flaky croissants in your kitchen. Discover the art of baking authentic French croissants in this hands-on cooking class. A master pastry chef will guide you through the traditional technique of laminating dough for hot-out-of-the-oven croissants that are flaky on the outside yet tender and...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Journey Through Vibrant New Orleans Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embark on a culinary journey through New Orleans cuisine in this cooking class. Explore bold and vibrant flavors from New Orleans in this cooking class. Learn to cook popcorn shrimp with a spicy Bloody Mary aioli, prepare a classic chicken and sausage gumbo with dirty rice and finish with bananas...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Decadent Beef Wellington - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Grab your partner for the ultimate date night meal and experience. If a steakhouse dinner is your idea of the perfect date night, this cooking class is tailor-made for you. Join a professional chef to craft an unforgettable four-course meal centered around the decadent beef Wellington. You'll prepare fluffy mashed...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Festive Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build new cooking skills through Southern Italian recipes. Share an Italian coastal experience in this fun cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). Guided by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare steak tagliata, shrimp with fried capers, handmade garganelli in spicy tomato sauce and...
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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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.