Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best Cooking Classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
There is an unbelievable choice of cooking classes in Los Angeles to suit diners of all tastes and preferences. Learn the basics of fresh Italian pasta in the Hollywood Area, discover recipes that will empower your mind in Downtown Los Angeles, master the perfect steakhouse sear in the Mid-City area or indulge in a Casablanca romance with your loved one in Simi Valley. Cooking lessons in Los Angeles are led by an experienced local chef who will send you home with a new arsenal of skills to impress your future dinner guests. Whether you’re in Pasadena, Santa Monica, Culver City, Thousand Oaks or West Los Angeles, there’s an experience in the City of Angels for you. Book a cooking class in Los Angeles today and see for yourself!
CHEF’S PLACE
Fresh Pasta Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Italy with your own pasta creations! In this fun cooking class, you'll learn from a chef instructor how to make traditional egg ravioli with truffle butter sauce, pappardelle with a rich Bolognese and a refreshing orange hazelnut and fennel salad. Explore authentic techniques for masterful homemade pasta....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Rustic Homemade Bread Secrets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the world of rustic bread-making! In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef will guide you through the art of artisan bread-making. You'll learn essential techniques to bake aromatic rustic breads from scratch. Prepare roasted vegetable focaccia and rustic ciabatta with herb butter for dipping. Master...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Creole and Cajun
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Revel in the best of New Orleans cuisine! In this cooking class, you’ll explore classic New Orleans cuisine! With the guidance of a chef instructor, you'll learn to prepare iconic dishes like popcorn shrimp with Bloody Mary aioli, chicken and sausage gumbo and the famous dirty rice. Finish with classic bananas...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Classic Bistro Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master timeless dishes served in France's favorite bistros! Experience the timeless charm of French bistro cooking in this interactive cooking class. Alongside an experienced chef, you’ll learn how to prepare a rich French onion soup, and then make pan-roasted chicken with a flavorful cognac sauce and classic...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Holiday
Sweet Macaron Moments
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a sweet treat-making endeavor! Indulge in the art of macaron-making with this fun cooking class. Learn from professionals how to create decadent chocolate-dipped strawberry macarons with rich ganache filling and smoked sea salt caramel macarons for the perfect balance of sweet and salty. You’ll master...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Everyday High-Heat Cooking for Beginners
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn hands-on techniques that rely on precise heat application. Get comfortable working with high temperatures in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a full menu featuring grilled radicchio salad, pan-seared strip steak, braised...
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Woodland Hills
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French Meal - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy some charming French cuisine together! Treat your loved one to a romantic French cooking class. Alongside an expert chef, you’ll both prepare a rich coq au vin paired with a winter green salad topped with blue cheese and candied bacon. Top off the evening with a decadent dark chocolate soufflé with...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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The Art of Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the magic of homemade croissants! Become a croissant connoisseur in this hands-on cooking class! With an expert chef, you’ll learn the art of crafting flaky, buttery croissants from scratch. Master techniques like folding and laminating to create golden layers and achieve the ideal texture. This...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Elegant Beef Wellington - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Craft a showstopping beef Wellington! Create an unforgettable date night with this elegant cooking class. With the help of a five-star chef, you’ll prepare a divine beef Wellington as the star of the show with green beans tossed in garlic parsley butter and smooth mashed potatoes. Finish with a salted caramel...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Sweet Valentine's Treats - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bake delectable desserts with your favorite people! Enjoy a family adventure filled with love and baking in this fun Valentine-themed cooking class. Create lasting memories and loads of laughter as you bake tasty treats that you can all indulge in. Spark creativity and encourage wholesome quality time with your kids...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Sushi & Rice - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore sushi, rice and flavorful delights! Make date night interesting with a fun cooking class and learn to make scrumptious sushi rolls together! With the help of a five-star chef, you’ll craft a shrimp tempura roll, a spicy tuna roll and a fresh avocado hand roll. You'll also curate a yuzu dipping sauce and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fun Heart Cookie Creations - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Enjoy decorating cookies with techniques everyone can master. Enjoy a family-friendly baking session in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll make sugar cookie hearts, chocolate cookie hearts and royal icing for decorating. Everyone will get...
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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.