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 TRAVELS TO YOU
Elegant Coastal Surf & Turf - Date Night
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create a stunning surf and turf dinner that impresses with every delicious bite. In this gourmet date night cooking class, you'll dive into the art of crafting a stunning surf and turf dinner, all while adding a dash of romance to your kitchen. Share the joy of cooking together, learning new skills as you create an...
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Chef Erin
Travelling to guests in Downtown Austin
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Breads for Everyday Enjoyment
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy creating your own simple yet delicious handmade loaves. Learn to prepare your own bakery-level breads for everyday use in this insightful cooking class. You'll work with a five-star local chef in a session that includes lessons in classic white bread, sweet and spicy cinnamon raisin bread, country-style whole...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Authentic Taste of Thailand
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Explore the ingredients and techniques used to make authentic Thai cuisine. Take a trip to Thailand in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Susie where you’ll learn three simple, yet flavorful recipes influenced by Thai favorites, and discover how to manipulate classic ingredients, such as fresh vegetables,...
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Chef Susie
Austin (Zilker)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Learn to Roll Sushi - Austin
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Race your crew to sushi glory in this high-energy showdown led by a sushi chef in Austin. Get ready for a fast-paced, laugh-filled sushi-making competition your team won’t forget! In this fun team building activity in Austin, you and your crew will slice, roll and creatively freestyle your way through a sushi...
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Local Chef
Austin
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Make Indian Staples From Scratch
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover Indian flavors while mastering samosas and paneer tikka masala. In this cooking class, you will dive into the delicious world of Indian cuisine. Get ready to create a feast that includes samosas, paneer tikka masala, naan and a refreshing mango lassi.
Hands-on cooking means you will learn key techniques like...
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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StarHost
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.
Begin by preparing the egg...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Hands-On Taco Making for Beginners - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Make crowd-pleasing tacos from scratch with your family. Explore a family-friendly taco menu in this fun cooking class in Austin. Guided by Chef Karen or a resident chef, you’ll prepare steak tacos with tomatillo salsa, handmade tortillas, lime butter corn and tres leches cake with cream. You’ll gain...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Elevated Grilling
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Fire up the grill for this sizzling culinary experience! Turn up the heat on your grilling technique with this cooking class led by Chef Erin. You'll work with an elevated menu filled with seasonal ingredients and plenty of heat.
Start with grilled oysters infused with lemon and butter and make grilled...
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Chef Erin
Travelling to guests in Downtown Austin
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Craft Pasta With Your Crew - Austin
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Compete, create and carb-load in this fun pasta-making showdown led by a pasta chef in Austin. Get ready for a high-energy pasta-making showdown your group will be talking about for weeks! In this lively team building activity in Austin, you and your crew will mix, knead and shape fresh pasta dough before simmering...
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Local Chef
Austin
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Pizza Party for Beginners
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Create delicious pizzas and calzones the fun way. In this cooking class, you will craft perfect pizza dough and master the art of shaping flavorful pizzas. Get ready to top your creations with all your favorite ingredients, from mozzarella to spicy Italian sausage, it's a culinary dream come true!
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
StarHost
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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Tuscan Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a satisfying meal of rustic classics with the one you love. Love is in the air with this romantic Italian dinner date turned cooking class. Get cozy in the kitchen stirring ultra-creamy risotto and grilling juicy chicken the Tuscan way using a hot brick. Craving something sweet? End your evening with a classic...
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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.
