Cooking Classes in Detroit
Best Cooking Classes in Detroit for your next culinary journey
Explore the evolving culinary scene of the Motor City with cooking classes in Detroit. From making fresh pasta from scratch to baking indulgent pastries, Detroit cooking courses offer hands-on lessons for both novice and advanced cooks. Dive into the city's diverse flavors, from classic American comfort foods to global influences, with the guidance of five-star chefs. These cooking courses in Motown allow you to explore iconic local dishes like Detroit-style pizza, slow-braised short ribs and smoked BBQ burgers. For those in nearby areas like Ferndale, West Bloomfield or Southfield, Detroit's cooking classes are just minutes away and well worth the short trip. Book your spot today and taste the best of Detroit’s dynamic culinary scene!
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Ethnic Cooking Adventures - Bali Thai
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the fragrant and flavorful world of Thai cuisine. When you want to learn a new cuisine, it's always best to start with a cooking class. In this class, a professional chef will walk you through the foundational ingredients and layering techniques that characterize Thai food. Even if you don't decide to try...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Sweet Little Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Tiny bites bring big flavor with these sensational goodies on the table. Small and delicious is the order of the day in this in-person cooking class celebrating the goodness of the sweet small bite. Work with a top-tier local chef as you learn expert techniques for creating miniaturized versions of some of the most...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Wok & Roll: Flavor-Packed Chinese Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate beloved Chinese takeout favorites. Fire up the wok for an immersive Chinese cooking class where you'll pick up some impressive skills. You'll start with a tangy, comforting hot and sour soup before crisping up homemade scallion pancakes. Next, you'll prepare finger-licking sticky honey sesame chicken and...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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The Italian Saucier
$89
Cooking Class
$89
There's something special about making your own traditional sauces from scratch. Uncover the time-worn secrets of hearty and authentic Italian sauces with a cooking class that celebrates Nonna's legacy knowledge! Every dish in this expert-led lesson comes with its own signature sauce, from linguine topped with shrimp...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Bold Portuguese Bites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore bold Portuguese flavors in this hands-on session. Portuguese flavors don't hold back and neither will you in this flavor-packed cooking class. You'll kick things off with smoky, flame-kissed Piri Piri chicken sizzling fresh off the griddle. Then, your chef will show you how to crisp potato croquettes to...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Homespun Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fresh pasta and phenomenal sauces are sure to find a home in your dining line-up. Flavor is a key component in the handcrafted pasta you'll create in this interactive cooking class. Discover the legacy methods for transforming wholesome ingredients into sturdy dough you can slice into your favorite pasta shapes....
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Cozy Parisian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join a cooking course that celebrates the flavors of spring in France. Anything French is always a treat, and this cooking class featuring French bistro recipes is no exception. French cuisine is perfect for a memorable night, full of wine, butter, and flavor. From seafood to pastry to cheese, the menu is always...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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The Timeless Tastes of France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to prepare your own exceptional French dishes. Create layers of luscious flavor in the grand tradition of fine French cuisine with the gourmet cooking class on your calendar. You'll practice your gourmet technique with a top-tier local chef as you unlock the secrets to classic French onion soup, frisГ©e salad...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Timeless Italian Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Hone your skills in all things authentic Italian cuisine. Channel the heart of the Italian countryside with a cooking class that celebrates authentic flavors. A top-rated chef will teach you the technique for searing golden, lemon-kissed chicken piccata and the secrets behind creamy roasted garlic polenta for pure...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Savoring Spring - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ring in the warm weather with a suite of sensational specialties. There's no better opportunity to turn the page in your seasonal cookbook than a cooking class showcasing spring flavors. Enjoy an evening working with a top-rated chef while learning to create roasted herb chicken, nutty farro, roasted carrots flavored...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Perfect Party Dessert Bites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Serving a variety of small bite desserts makes a better impression than just a cake. If you enjoy entertaining or like to have a unique dessert recipe on hand for hostess gifts, this cooking class will be right up your alley. Learn to focus on making confection perfection that delivers in a single bite. Play with...
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Troy
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Conjuring Croissants Bakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Springtime in Paris means creating handcrafted croissants. If your taste for luscious gourmet bakes leans toward the timeless croissant, this eye-opening cooking class is your chance to create them for yourself. With instruction from a top shelf local chef, you'll learn to make your own laminated dough and turn it...
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Ann Arbor
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Detroit
How much do cooking classes in Detroit cost?
Your cost for each cooking class Differs slightly, based on the size of your group, the session you choose and the chef conducting the course. The starting cost and any fees are displayed next to the listings on this page. Structure is applied based on the head count and class details to determine final charges. The average class costs anywhere from $59 to $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are great for cooks of all abilities looking to take their culinary skills in new directions while enjoying fun times with great people. Even if you're brand new to cooking, you can get your footing with skillful instruction in a relaxed atmosphere. If cooking is old hat to you, you'll find techniques and gourmet menus that help you expand your abilities. Everyone from kids to teens to families can come together in the kitchen to see what delicious things they can create. And if you have romance in mind, date night cooking courses and couples culinary sessions are sure to season your together time.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a crack selection of top cooking classes in Detroit, you can expect supreme instruction in culinary artistry from a local legend on the dining scene. Everything you need to successfully complete your course is provided, including all the tools and ingredients required to create your chosen menu. You'll work among a group of gourmet creatives in a stress-free environment where encouragement is a key ingredient. Participate in a community that encourages success for everyone. Once finished, you may have the chance to enjoy your finished meal and forge new connections with your fellow foodies. If you choose a make-and-take session, you can enjoy your creations at home with your friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
There are specific skills for you to master in all culinary classes, whether you're learning to bake breads from around the world, developing your talent for creating soul food classics or whipping up a designer dessert. Practice essential skills that help you get the most out of your knives and take your favorite kitchen tools into new territory. With an international course, you can perfect your ability to create custom pasta dishes or learn to turn wholesome ingredients into a Mediterranean feast. And with domestic sessions on the menu, everything from classic steakhouse methods to the best of Southern dining are yours to explore.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
You find benefits in every aspect of taking the best cooking classes in Detroit, from the confidence you acquire by working with some of the city's stellar culinary talent to the opportunities to spend quality time with your favorite people while working together in the kitchen. Collect fantastic recipes that bring new flavor to your existing lineup and practice the skills required to re-create them again and again. You can also create new connections with fellow foodies stationed everywhere from Greektown to New Center. And when special occasions are on the calendar, there's no benefit more meaningful than having a chance to round up your friends and family for a lesson in the sweetness of life.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Jump into cooking experiences that represent the best of domestic dining and New American cuisine or go with something more exotic with a Thai or Japanese session. You'll find a range of specialty courses that highlight international breads, Italian desserts, classic croissants, cake and cookie decoration, sushi prep and more. With courses in popular global fare like French, Mediterranean and Spanish, you can bring a taste of the Old World to your table.
Where do the classes take place?
You can find cooking classes near you that happen either in your home, your instructor's home or a separate locale equipped for cooking classes. There are also sessions in which the instructor arrives at a worksite or separate location to provide onsite instruction. In these sessions, the instructor also brings along everything they'll need to conduct the class. You'll find a map image in every class listing that lets you know where in town your class will take place.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Detroit
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.