Cooking Classes in Salt Lake City
Best Cooking Classes in Salt Lake City for your next culinary journey
Rooted in the heart of the Rockies, cooking classes in Salt Lake City blend the city’s pioneer spirit with its love of wholesome, creative cuisine. Discover how to make Italian classics like fresh ravioli or panna cotta, bake rustic sourdough or decadent cinnamon buns or even explore Mediterranean flavors inspired by Utah’s vibrant farmers’ markets. Guided by Salt Lake City’s talented chefs, these hands-on cooking lessons are perfect for beginners and seasoned home-chefs alike. Just a short drive from Sugar House, Millcreek or Holladay, these cooking courses embrace the culinary charm of The Crossroads of the West. Whether you’re refining your baking skills or mastering bold Mediterranean dishes, cooking courses in Salt Lake City promise a flavorful adventure. Reserve your spot in one of the culinary sessions today and savor the essence of this mountain city’s culinary charm!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 2-20
Homemade Cajun Seafood
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Jazz up your night with colleagues at your side with a seafood menu infused with Cajun inspiration! Join Chef Luis as he showcases an array of seafood dishes that will wow your team — and your taste buds.
In this team building class, you will learn how to incorporate Cajun spices and classic ingredients with...
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Chef Luis
Serving the Salt Lake City area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 15-30
Team Pasta Perfection
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Learn pasta-making from scratch and enjoy a delicious meal together. Engage your team in a dynamic team building activity with this Italian cooking class. Led by expert Chef Ridic, you'll learn to create a delightful menu from scratch, fostering collaboration and connection.
Start with cherry tomato and bell pepper...
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Chef Ridic
Salt Lake City (Ballpark)
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Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 1-25
Fabulous Flavor Fiesta
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Connect your team deliciously with a celebration of tempting party-ready treats. Let Chef Nate guide you and your crew through a culinary team building activity where zesty Mexican dips become a forum for savory competition. It's a kitchen celebration where the best of Mexican dining becomes a collaborative challenge...
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Chef Nate
Salt Lake City
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 2-20
Japanese Seafood Night
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Discover a beautifully constructed Japanese seafood menu with Chef Luis in this team building experience. In this hands-on team building experience with Chef Luis, you and your team will work together and learn how to prepare a dazzling array of Japanese seafood dishes and more using traditional cooking techniques and...
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Chef Luis
Serving the Salt Lake City area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 2-20
Authentic Mexican Cuisine
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Explore some of Mexico's most authentic dishes from both land and sea with your team. In this hands-on team building class with Chef Luis, you and your team will work together and learn how to prepare a four-course Mexican menu using fresh, authentic ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.
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Chef Luis
Serving the Salt Lake City area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 2-20
Traditional Vietnamese Flavors
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Join Chef Luis on a culinary journey to Vietnam for an un-pho-gettable team building experience! In this hands-on team building experience with Chef Luis, you and your team will work together to learn how to prepare an authentic four-course Vietnamese menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored cooking...
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Chef Luis
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French Pastry Perfection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Uncurl the secrets to a perfect croissant in this hands on session. Treat your loved ones to a Parisian breakfast with this practical cooking class focussed on croissants. Guided by the chef instructor, you’ll learn how to laminate dough with butter and roll and shape two types of croissants. You’ll also...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Elegant Haute Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend an enjoyable evening with your other half creating a restaurant quality meal. Add some haute flair to your next date night with this classic cuisine cooking class. You and your partner will turn up the romance as you sear scallops, stir a risotto to creamy perfection and whisk egg yolks to make a cloud-like...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Fabulous French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create delicate and delicious French cookies in two unique flavors. Discover the art of making delicate French macarons in this hands-on cooking class. Master each step to achieve the perfect balance of crisp and chewy textures. Create two delicious flavors: blueberry cheesecake, featuring fresh blueberries...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Make Your Own Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to make your very own pasta from scratch in a lively, hands-on session. Take this cooking class and become a pasta master. Not only will you learn how to make, shape, and cook homemade pasta dough, but you’ll also have the skills to recreate many pasta dishes at home. You’ll even make a light...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Night Out in Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat yourself and your partner to an Italian-inspired date night, all from scratch. Indulge in a hands-on Italian cooking class with your partner, featuring classic trattoria dishes. Together, prepare a delicious steak tagliata served with arugula and parmesan. Roll out fresh pasta dough to make fettuccine, topped...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Dessert Delights from France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add some va va voom to your repertoire by mastering three classic French desserts. In this cooking class, you’ll head straight to the finale of the meal to learn three delicious desserts. Kick off by making a rich caramel which is poured over apples to make a tatin. Then you’ll move onto a whisking egg...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Salt Lake City
How much do cooking classes in Salt Lake City cost?
Class costs vary based on the session you choose, the size of your group and the chef instructor conducting your course. You can check out the base price in any applicable fees by consulting the course listings on this page. The tiering structure based on head count and other class details is used to determine your final cost, which may range anywhere from $59 to $100 or more per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Whether you're an absolute kitchen beginner, an intermediate cook or a seasoned chef these cooking classes are perfect for you. Students of all abilities are welcome to join, and even kids and teen chefs will find cooking courses that meet them where they are. With a laid-back atmosphere and easy-to-follow instruction featured in every session, you can invite the whole family to join in on family fun courses or heat up the evening with date night or couples cooking classes. Add a hint of gourmet excitement by celebrating birthdays, bringing colleagues in for team building experiences or just getting your friends together in cooking classes that add flavor to your life.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a rich catalog of the best cooking classes in Salt Lake City you can expect to find yourself sharing the kitchen with a superstar instructor from the local dining scene. Everything you need to succeed will be waiting for you in the kitchen, from ingredients to tools to step-by-step instruction. Focus on advancing your technique and expanding your abilities while enjoying the company of other creative cooks. You'll forge connections while learning the finer points of the food prep. In some classes, you'll have the opportunity to sit down and enjoy what you've created, while in others, you'll take your creations with you to try at home.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master a range of essential techniques, everything from crafting compound butter for a perfectly-seared steak to creating showstopping decorated cakes. Choose cooking experiences in domestic specialties and you might develop a talent for mountain grilling or Southwestern favorites. Select an international course and practice your French pastries or perfect your Mediterranean sauces. You'll also learn essentials for everyday use, skills that help you choose the right knife for the task and give you an edge when it comes to getting your grill all fired up.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The benefits of taking cooking classes in Salt Lake City are far-reaching and include everything from gaining a greater sense of confidence in the kitchen to making new foodie friends around town. You'll be learning from some of the most talented chefs in Utah while practicing their recipes and following their careful guidance. Bring your friends and family along with you, and you'll have the makings of a full-blown party, complete with custom-made dishes. The recipes and experience you'll take home are as delicious as the memories you'll make, whether you're enjoying sessions in Central City or taking cooking lessons in downtown Salt Lake
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Classes in Salt Lake City let you choose classic American fare, steakhouse menus and hearty homestyle dining, though Italian, Mexican and Southwestern are also popular choices. Take a look at international cuisines that add Mediterranean fare and Asian selections to your home menu. And with a variety of specialty sessions near you focused on baking, pasta making, pizza prep, sushi creation and more, you can opt for a more specialized cooking experience.
Where do the classes take place?
Top cooking classes in Salt Lake City usually happen in one of three places: your home, your instructor's home, or a designated third-party locale equipped for culinary instruction. Sometimes, you may find sessions in which the instructor travels to a separate workspace or pre-chosen location for onsite instruction. The instructor will bring all necessary materials and ingredients for these sessions. You can consult the map image shown on each course listing to find out where in town the class will occur.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Salt Lake City
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.