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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Team Building Activity
A Study in Culinary Creations
$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Your crew will have the best time together with this culinary team building activity. Create fun, memorable moments with your colleagues as you work to prepare a delicious menu completely from scratch. In this team building cooking class, your group will be guided by a top-rated chef in creating dishes like red beans...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Team Building Activity
Handmade Comfort Recipes
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Bond as a team outside of the office with this hands-on culinary event. Discover how to elevate your culinary skills with classic techniques and fresh ingredients as your group works together in this immersive team building cooking class. All skill levels are welcome as you follow along with a five-star chef to create...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Team Building Activity
Special Steakhouse Dishes
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Create a delectable table spread through shared effort and fun. Gather your team for an immersive experience centered around confidence, culinary skills and camaraderie. They'll work with a world-class chef to harness specialized techniques to craft gourmet dishes in the theme of a luxury steakhouse. From seasoning...
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Verified Chef
Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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A Taste of the Caribbean Islands
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Prepare a menu packed with flavor that represents the Caribbean's signature dishes. In this tropical fare-inspired cooking class, Chef JR will take you on an interactive adventure to discover how to create the Caribbean’s most iconic dishes from scratch.
Start by poaching shrimp for ceviche with an exotic...
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Verified Chef
Chef JR
Santa Clarita (Saugus)
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Aloha to Pan-Pacific Cuisine
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the harmonious blend of sweet and savory while learning more about Pan-Pacific cuisine. During this interactive island-inspired cooking class, Chef JR will take you on a culinary journey to handcraft exquisite Hawaiian dishes, from poke to fried rice to bread pudding.
Start by crafting vibrant ahi tuna...
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Chef JR
Santa Clarita (Saugus)
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Asian Dumpling Delights
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to make exquisite dumplings from various Asian countries, exploring unique flavors and textures. During this hands-on cooking class, Chef JR will introduce you to the delicious world of Asian dumplings that showcase the rich flavors of the continent.
Start by making savory chicken and scallion wontons...
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Verified Chef
Chef JR
Santa Clarita (Saugus)
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Fine French Dinner
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to prepare a selection of satisfying gourmet dishes from this beloved culinary heritage. The legacy of French cooking comes to life in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jess. She'll let you in on her secrets for preparing elegant recipes in which sophistication and simplicity share the plate.
Create...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jess
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Essential Sushi Dishes
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Simple ingredients turn ultra-flavorful in this Japanese sushi-centered meal with you as the sushi chef. Learn all the tricks of the trade to make the perfect handmade sushi in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jess. Savor all the flavors of Japan with both appetizers and dessert to accompany your sushi....
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Verified Chef
Chef Jess
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Taste of Mexico
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn all of the secrets to create your favorite Mexican recipes from scratch. Prepare for a burst of flavor in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jess, where you'll discover how to make all aspects of a Mexican feast with dishes you can savor again and again.
Begin with esquite, a traditional salad, made with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jess
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Authentic New Orleans Cooking
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Enjoy a taste of traditional New Orleans flavors with Chef Devin. Immerse yourself in New Orleans culture in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Devin. You will learn how to handcraft three dishes completely from scratch that originated in NOLA for an authentic taste of the city.
Begin by making Louisiana meat...
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Chef Devin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Southern-Style Brunch Staples
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to prepare a handful of Southern brunch staples with Chef Devin. Your craving for Southern brunch food will certainly be met in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Devin, where you'll whip up a batch of classic, Southern-style brunch favorites using fresh ingredients.
Chef Devin will guide you through...
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Chef Devin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Asian Fare Meets Cajun Spice
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Create a gorgeous fusion of flavors with Asian favorites and Cajun ingredients. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Devin explores flavors from Asian and Cajun cuisines and combines them into one show-stopping meal. You'll craft modern takes on recipes from both cultures as you learn smart cooking techniques along...
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Verified Chef
Chef Devin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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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.