Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best cooking classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
Cooking classes in Los Angeles are the perfect way to explore favorite dishes, try new cuisines, cater to dietary needs or indulge food cravings. Whether it's perfecting a favorite recipe or mastering a new cuisine, you'll learn to cook like a pro with guidance from five-star chefs. These cooking lessons in Los Angeles cover all tastes, preferences and skill levels. Book an exciting culinary class today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Exploring Italian Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Come for an experience of a lifetime, preparing truly Mediterranean recipes. Explore the non-pasta side of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you how to make a simple Italian salsa verde to pair with your perfectly cooked pork loin chops. Then, you’ll learn to...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Summertime in Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Partake in an Italian Fare from Fettuccini to Tiramisu. Enjoy an inviting Italian meal perfect for summer in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll start by learning to create pasta dough from scratch to make a rich and velvety Fettuccini Carbonara. Then, you’ll assemble a panzanella salad for a refreshing...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Rustic Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mamma Mia! A Perfect Italian Summer Meal A perfect Italian summer meal awaits in this vibrant interactive cooking class! Your chef instructor will teach you to make fresh pasta dough for a delicious shrimp pasta accented with tomatoes and basil. Then, you’ll build a light, seasonal salad to complement your meal...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Bastille Day Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cherishing French Heritage with a Bastille Day Culinary Class Join an interactive chef-led cooking class for a Bastille Day celebration! Practice French techniques, learn to pan-sear steak and craft a tasty compound butter with shallots and herbs in this class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make the most of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
Brasserie Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Partake in a French feast, savoring a perfect blend of time-honored textures and flavors. In this cooking class, step into a classic atmosphere full of French favorites. Your seasoned chef instructor will show you how to cook the perfect steak and whip up a truffle aioli for a traditional Steak Frites. On the side,...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Homemade Pies
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience Homemade Happiness, Pie Making from Scratch. A classic American treat, every baker should have a go-to pie recipe in their repertoire and this cooking class has you covered. Starting with the foundation of every great pie, you’ll learn to make the perfect pie dough to use with all your creations....
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Italian Summer Sweets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake the season, creating summer desserts like no other. Transform summer’s bounty into delectable desserts, perfect for basking in the sweetness of the season, in this hands-on cooking class. You'll be walked through the steps for everything from mixing batters and rolling pastry dough to creating a delicious,...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Chocolate Extravaganza
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mastering Chocolate in Every Form. Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate — indulge in everyone’s favorite sweet in this bake-centric cooking class. From brownies and mousse to gelato, you’ll use different flavor combinations with each recipe to create three unique, chocolaty treats. A chef...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
CHEF’S PLACE
The French Pastry Shop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience French Flair in Every Bite as You Master PГўtisserie Perfection. Recreate patisserie favorites in this bake-centric cooking class! A seasoned chef instructor will guide you through the tips and tricks of creating the beloved French pastries from scratch. Take in the art of making homemade laminated dough,...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Heritage Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor sweet moments, mastering macarons the French way. You will pay homage to French heritage in this macaron cooking class! A chef instructor will teach you to make two macaron flavors — Peach and Champagne and Crème Brûlée — for a selection of quintessential French treats. You’ll learn to...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Summer Pasta flavors - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Take part in the Summer Bliss with a fun hands-on cooking class. Enjoy some quality time with this cooking class, right in the kitchen with your family, as you all learn to create a scrumptious meal featuring fresh summer flavors. You will master the steps for making fresh pasta, an easy tomato sauce and playful...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Kids Cooking Series
Calzones and More! - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Experience a Pizza Palooza in this family cooking class for dough lovers. Bring the family along to an exciting cooking class where you'll learn how to mix a foolproof dough that makes more than just pies. You’ll learn to shape pizza knots and practice filling and folding a sausage calzone. Plus, you will take...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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.