Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best Cooking Classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
Home to one of the most diverse culinary scenes in the United States, 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, discover recipes that will empower your mind, master the perfect steakhouse sear or indulge in a Casablanca romance with your loved one. Cooking lessons in Los Angeles are fun, hands-on and led by an experienced local chef who promises to reveal the tricks of their trade, sending you home with a new arsenal of skills to impress your future dinner guests. Whether you’re in Glendale, Laguna Beach or Brentwood, there’s an experience in the City of Angels for you. Book a cooking class in Los Angeles today and see for yourself!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 15-100
Holiday Cookie Decorating Competition
$89
Team Building Activity
$89
Practice your decorating skills and indulge in friendly office competition. Join this team building activity to learn how to decorate various cookies. Joined by a gourmet baker, you'll follow step-by-step instructions to prepare a board filled with festively decorated cookies.
After dividing into teams, you'll...
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Verified Chef
Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Veggie-Packed Tex-Mex Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy a meatless take on classic Tex-Mex dishes, blending Mexican and Texan culinary traditions. Learn how to create vibrant, meatless Southwestern Mexican dishes in this engaging cooking class. Chef Jasmin will lead you through crafting an array of flavorful vegetarian delights.
Begin with a spicy roasted veggie...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Italian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to prepare your favorite Italian recipes. Bring your culinary skills to the next level in this cooking class. Led by Chef Mo, you'll learn how to make a variety of delicious Italian recipes you can recreate at home. Start with a refreshing tomato caprese prepared with fresh mozzarella. Your main entrГ©e is...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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Specialties From Turkey
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Taste the irresistible charm of the Mediterranean in a menu of savory regional recipes. This hands-on cooking class from Chef Seyhan brings the savory magic of Turkish dining to your home table. Prepare an array of authentic dishes, each with its own distinctive personality.
In this exciting lesson, you'll shred...
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Verified Chef
Chef Seyhan
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Spanish Tapas With a Twist
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Create a sensational Spanish tapas tasting menu that delivers one wave of flavor after another. In this hands-on class with Chef Iain, you will learn how to construct a beautiful Spanish-style tasting menu featuring five traditional tapas with a few fun added twists.
Some of the recipes you can look forward to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Iain
Los Angeles (Mid City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Italian Brunch
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to incorporate a bit of la dolce vita into your weekend brunch routine. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Luana will teach you how to create a brunch menu that reflects the authentic Italian personality. Chef Luana knows the most important aspect of brunch — besides the cuisine — is friendly...
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Verified Chef
Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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French Asian Fusion
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Pierre in creating a unique symphony of two celebrated and symbolic cuisines. In this hands-on class, Chef Pierre will lead you in fusing French and Asian cuisines heightening ingredient-focused dishes, refined presentation and healthful emphasis. The refined flavors of French cuisine combined with diverse...
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Classic Meatballs and Risotto
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Chef Daniel will walk you through perfecting the essentials of Italian cooking. Chef Daniel brings years of culinary expertise to this engaging cooking class on making vibrant Italian recipes from scratch. Learn to craft classic meatballs and risotto using professional techniques.
In this hands-on class, Chef...
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Verified Chef
Chef Daniel A.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Crafting Pizza From Scratch
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create artisan pizzas with fresh ingredients and flavorful combinations. This cooking class with Chef Ashley brings the fun of pizza-making to your kitchen. Learn to craft homemade pizzas that are as delicious as they are customizable.
Kick off the class with a Caprese salad featuring fresh mozzarella, ripe...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Meatless Italian Classics
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to make fresh, plant-based Italian with expert guidance. During this immersive cooking class, you'll confidently learn how to make meatless Italian classics. Chef Jasmin will be your host, guiding you in crafting a feast using fresh produce.
Chef Jasmin will show you how to assemble a refreshing antipasto...
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Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 15-40
Gourmet Charcuterie Challenge
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Elevate your teams' culinary skills with an interactive charcuterie class. This team building activity invites guests on a delectable journey, learning the art of the perfect charcuterie board. Through interactive demonstrations and a lively team challenge led by Chef David, participants will discover the secrets of...
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Verified Chef
Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Asian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to make your favorite Asian restaurant selections at home. This cooking class explores the flavors and textures of traditional Asian cuisine. Led by Chef Mo, you'll learn how to prepare several favorite Asian recipes. Start with spicy Thai chicken lettuce wraps with butter lettuce and sweet chili sauce....
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Verified Chef
Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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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.
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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.