Cooking Classes in the Los Angeles Region
Best cooking classes in the Los Angeles Region for your next culinary journey.
The areas surrounding Los Angeles are home to some fine chefs who are offering up an array of flavorful cooking classes. What are you in the mood to cook? Whether it be Italian, Asian, Vegetarian or more, there is a class just for your needs and desires. Join highly esteemed chefs on a journey to a new culinary realm. You are bound to go home with valuable kitchen techniques and a very pleased palate.
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CHEF’S PLACE
SMALL CLASS
Custom Hummus and Shawarma
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make customized hummus at home with professional Chef Daniel. Chef Daniel shows guests how to create tasty hummus from scratch with a variety of flavors in this cooking class. He brings years of culinary experience and passion to this fun culinary session.
Learn how to blend hummus using your favorite...
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Chef Daniel A.
Canoga Park
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
SMALL CLASS
Romance in Casablanca
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Craft a three-course Moroccan meal with your sweetie. If you’d like to spice it up with your significant other, consider taking a one-on-one cooking class where you learn how to make an exotic Moroccan feast. Hailing from Casablanca, Chef Yasmina will expertly guide you in the techniques used to craft this...
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Chef Yasmina
Los Angeles (Culver City)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Vibrant Asian Flavors Made Simple
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create dumplings, Kung Pao chicken and a sweet banana dessert with ease. This cooking class invites you to explore the bold flavors and timeless techniques of Asian cuisine. Chef Ashley will guide you step-by-step in preparing an unforgettable three-course menu inspired by classic dishes.
Start with folding and...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Handcrafting Pizza for Every Occasion
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore pizza techniques from dough preparation to topping combinations. Join Chef Cregg in this interactive cooking class that focuses on the art of homemade pizza. This experience will take you through every step, from crafting dough to creating custom toppings.
Start with a fresh Caprese salad to set the tone...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
CHEF’S PLACE
Festive Sweets and Treats
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Prepare holiday-inspired treats and enjoy a fun, nostalgic kitchen experience. This holiday-themed cooking class brings a touch of elf-inspired whimsy to your kitchen, channeling the magic and cheer of holiday movie classics. Led by Chef Jackie, this session combines playful, festive themes with a lineup of holiday...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
CHEF’S PLACE
SMALL CLASS
Upscale Asian Dishes
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Fine dining Asian-style provides a gourmet workshop brimming with chic flavor. Learn to make an exquisite selection of Asian dishes in the hands-on cooking class for chefs of all skill levels. Chef Carole takes your understanding of traditional cuisine to elegant heights thanks to thoughtful touches and a few...
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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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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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Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Classic Mediterranean Cooking
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Rick as he guides you through a mouthwatering Mediterranean menu. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll create a 4-course Mediterranean meal with help and expert advice from a top-rated chef.
You’ll begin your lesson by learning how to make baked feta with olives, tomatoes, and toasted...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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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Chef Seyhan
Serving the Los Angeles area
CHEF’S PLACE
Food That Empowers Your Mind
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Chef Luana shows you how to use food to strengthen your mind and body. Discover how to boost your health and empower your mind, body and spirit with ingredients that support mental health and wellness. This menu of Italian favorites includes a healthy twist to four dishes that feature tryptophan, zinc, carotenoids, B...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
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.
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Chef Iain
Los Angeles (Mid City)
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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.