Cooking Classes in Austin
Best cooking classes in Austin for date nights, private events & group activities.
Since 2014, Cozymeal has featured a wide-ranging and extensive variety of cooking classes in Austin, allowing thousands of guests to learn from world-class chefs. Recognized by outlets like USA Today and Good Housekeeping for excellence, Cozymeal brings award-winning expertise to the Live Music Capital of the World. Backed by more than 30,000 glowing 5-star reviews and a presence in 200+ cities, Cozymeal combines scale with trusted quality. From Texas barbecue brisket and buttery biscuits to handmade pasta, sushi making and French pastries, cooking courses in Austin showcase cuisines and formats perfect for date nights, team events or celebrations. With options for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and more, there’s a class for every lifestyle. Booking is simple with instant confirmation and flexible scheduling, so whether you’re planning ahead or searching last-minute, it’s easy to reserve your spot. Food lovers from Round Rock, Pflugerville and Cedar Park can also savor bold Texas flavors and global techniques with the best cooking classes in Austin today.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 4-20
Asian Takeout Favorites
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Learn the secrets behind takeout favorites and never call in an order again. Join Chef Danushka for an interactive team building cooking class where your group will learn how to make takeout dishes like crispy egg rolls, saucy stir fry and more. You'll even learn a few new knife skills.
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Great for Groups of 6-20
Southwestern Grilling
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Prepare a Southwestern spread on the grill in this four-course team building experience. Learn how to grill like a professional and hone those knife skills alongside your team in this hands-on Southwest-style grilling class curated by Chef Danushka.
Start off by mixing a Southwestern salad of tomatoes, scallions,...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Great for Groups of 6-20
Southwestern Grilling
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Prepare a Southwestern spread on the grill in this four-course team building experience. Learn how to grill like a professional and hone those knife skills alongside your team in this hands-on Southwest-style grilling class curated by Chef Danushka.
Start off by mixing a Southwestern salad of tomatoes, scallions,...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Pop-up Class
Handmade Colossal Shrimp Alfredo
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Master the art of pasta-making and create a luscious shrimp Alfredo with Chef Erin. Unleash your inner chef in this hands-on pasta cooking class with Chef Erin. Learn to craft fresh pasta dough from scratch, mixing flour, eggs, salt and olive oil to perfection.
Roll and slice your noodles with expert guidance, then...
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Chef Erin
Austin
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The Art of French Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Channel your inner Julia Child with a French baking class. The joy of French baking starts with a cooking class led by an experienced chef. In this class, you'll be guided through the techniques used to make traditional French pastries from scratch including how to prepared a laminated dough and how to bake delicate...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Journey to Vietnam
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Vietnam with Chef Danushka. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Danushka, you will learn how to prepare an authentic gluten-free three-course Vietnamese menu that showcases the unique flavor profiles and ingredients that have made the country an epicurean hot spot....
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Rustic Seasonal Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a full seasonal spread with pork, risotto, burrata salad and strawberry cake. Savor a seasonal menu in this hands-on cooking class in Austin. You'll grill herb-marinated pork tenderloin, stir a creamy sweet corn risotto with crispy pancetta and assemble a nectarine and heirloom tomato burrata salad. For...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Pop-up Class
Craft Tagliatelle From Scratch
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Make fresh tagliatelle, marinara sauce and bruschetta in a fun, beginner-friendly Italian cooking class. Step into an authentic Italian-style experience in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Erin. Begin by mixing and kneading your own pasta dough, learning how to achieve the perfect texture before cutting it into...
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Chef Erin
Austin
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Sweet and Savory Thai Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn Chef Danushka’s secrets to mastering three Thai dishes from scratch. Experience hands-on training with Chef Danushka as she guides you through creating a gluten-free three-course menu featuring the Thai-inspired flavors of coconut milk, ginger and garlic.
Chef Danushka will begin the class teaching...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Star-Spangled Cakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
This cupcake decorating workshop offers a celebration of sweetness for all ages. If you and your little ones are ready for some festive fun in the kitchen, look no further than this exciting cooking class. Join renowned chef and learn from them how to make delicious firework cupcakes, topped with rich vanilla...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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A Romantic Italian Feast In Verona
$129
Cooking Class
$129
It's all about Romeo and ravioli in Verona. Learn more with Chef Danushka! Food is love in Italy, and in Verona in particular. In this cooking class, you'll discover your inner romance as Chef Danushka shows you the beauty that comes from Italian ingredients with inspiration from gorgeous Verona.
After tossing...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Kids Culinary World Tour
$369
Cooking Class
$369
Treat your kid to five days of international cooking and discovery in this cooking series. Designed for ages 7-11, this hands-on cooking series in Austin takes young chefs on a five-day journey through global flavors. Guided by Chef Karen or a chef instructor, kids will explore dishes inspired by Mexico, Asia, Italy,...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN AUSTIN
How much do cooking classes in Austin cost?
Though each cooking class varies as far as price depending on the size of your group, the menu or session and the chef conducting the session, you can generally expect to pay between $59 and $100 plus per person. You'll find a handy listing of the starting price and any additional fees shown on this page, next to each class description.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
With no prior experience required, these cooking classes are the ideal opportunity for chefs of all abilities to discover something new about food prep. Choose from sessions that celebrate cuisine from all around the world, select themed classes for holiday and special occasions and find exciting sessions centered on specialty techniques like barbecue and sushi. You will also find cooking courses aimed at younger chefs and families that give the whole crew a chance to collaborate on incredible fare. And with singles, date night and couples cooking classes on tap, you can even add a dash of romance to the menu.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Having the best cooking classes in Austin at your disposal means working with some of the city's superstar chefs, eager to share their passion and their expertise. You'll share the kitchen with fellow foodies as eager as you are to uncover their culinary abilities. With all tools and ingredients provided, you'll have all you need to get cooking. Savor step-by-step instruction as you prepare a suite of incredible dishes while enjoying the company of your fellow gourmet. Classes may also include a chance for you to dine on your creations once instruction has ended or take them with you to enjoy at home.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
From rolling your own handmade sushi to churning out premium homespun pasta, there's a vast array of techniques and skills for you to explore. Develop your sense of flavor balancing with sessions in global fare or practice your piping and flow techniques in cake decorating courses. Each of these cooking courses holds smaller lessons in specialty methods that help make your kitchen work more effective, skills like proper knifing techniques and how to make better use of your appliances. Learn to bring drama to the table with gourmet dessert classes or explore your talent for crafting bespoke sauces, perfect your touch for classic comfort flavors and more.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Learning new skills or elevating existing abilities while making new memories with friends, family and coworkers make the top cooking classes in Austin a highly rewarding experience. It's a creative way to expand your social network or reconnect with your existing circle, all while developing your gourmet abilities in a fun and enriching environment. You can explore a cuisine you've always wanted to try or perfect a technique you've been meaning to master. By tapping into sessions in East Austin, South Congress Avenue and the North Loop, you can learn from some of the city's most gifted culinarians as you bring new cultural flavors and familiar domestic specialties to your table.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose from a variety of cooking lessons that offer the best in domestic fare with menus celebrating barbecue, burgers and traditional steak dinners. To bring a bit of international flair to your culinary life, you can also opt for sessions in fine bistro dining, classic Italian creations or sensational specialties like Spanish paella and authentic Japanese sushi. Specialty courses in premium steakhouse selections and top-notch New American fare let you re-create dishes similar to what you might find at Odd Duck or The Guest House.
Where do the classes take place?
You can expect your cooking class to take place either in your chef's home, your home or a third-party venue chosen ahead of time. Some sessions feature a traveling instructor who comes to your office space or chosen venue for a custom onsite culinary lesson. In these courses, your chef will bring all tools, ingredients and materials needed for the session. You can click on the map link found in sessions near you to determine if you'll be headed to East Austin for your lesson in trattoria specialties or to Dove Springs for a how-to on rustic French fare.
