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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Learn to Roll Sushi - Salt Lake City
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Race your crew to sushi glory in this high-energy showdown led by a sushi chef in Salt Lake City. Get ready for a fast-paced, laugh-filled sushi-making competition your team won’t forget! In this fun team building activity in Salt Lake City, you and your crew will slice, roll and creatively freestyle your way...
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Flavors of Late Summer Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the tastes of Italy’s late summer with fresh seasonal ingredients. Join this refined yet approachable cooking class that highlights beloved flavors of Tuscany’s late summer. You’ll prepare pork chops with vibrant salsa verde, creamy wild mushroom risotto and sautéed broccoli rabe with...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Bakery-Style French Pastry Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice classic pastry techniques in this beginner-friendly cooking class in Murray. This cooking class in Murray (Salt Lake City) gives you a proper introduction to pâte à choux through three pastries that show off what the dough can do. With Chef Joseph or a resident chef, you'll make sugary chouquettes,...
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Comforting French Country Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice simple French techniques in this beginner-friendly cooking class in Murray. Cook a full French menu from scratch in this cooking class in Murray (Salt Lake City). With Chef Joseph or a resident chef, you'll make chicken chasseur in hunter sauce, toss green beans with shallot vinaigrette, stretch pommes aligot...
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Paella at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make fresh and flavorful paella at home in just a few simple steps. Fill your home with the food and aromas of Spain in this hands-on cooking class. With instruction from a world-class chef, you’ll learn the basics of paella making from how to make your base to how to cook your rice and flavor-pack your...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Cozy Evening in France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring French bistro charm to the table in this inviting cooking class in Murray. This cooking class in Murray (Salt Lake City) is a good excuse to finally nail a proper French meal. Chef Joseph or a resident chef guides you through searing chicken breast with sauce fines herbes, herbed rice pilaf and a spinach salad...
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Elegant Small Plates - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a fun date night menu in this approachable cooking class in Murray. This cooking class in Murray (Salt Lake City) proves that the best date night meals come in small bites. With Chef Joseph or a resident chef, you'll prepare golden crab cakes, a creamy mustard-chive sauce, fennel and pear salad, crostini...
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Make Your Own Opera Cake
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make this classic French treat. Embark on a culinary adventure with this cooking class exploring the creation of a French classic: the Opera Cake. Unlock the secrets to building this iconic dessert layer by layer, from airy sponge cake to rich ganache and flavor-infused buttercream. Our chef instructor will...
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Chef Joseph or Resident Chef
Murray
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Sharing Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn the next night out into a shared love of sushi. Invite your sweetie to join this cooking class as you explore your favorite flavors. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll gain skills in slicing seafood, mincing vegetables, choosing ingredients, steaming rice and rolling popular varieties. Prepare shrimp tempura rolls,...
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Croissant Techniques for Home Bakers
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gain confidence in baking with expert croissant tips. This engaging cooking class invites you to explore the delicious world of croissants. Learn the secrets of making a flaky, buttery laminated dough while perfecting your rolling and shaping techniques. With hands-on instruction, you’ll create both sweet and...
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Baking Delights for All Ages - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create nostalgic and crowd-pleasing bakery treats that bring the whole family together. Join this lively cooking class where families bake favorites like whoopie pies, brownie s’mores bars and elephant ears. Learn foundational techniques including mixing, shaping and baking, while making sweet memories around...
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Murray
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Steakhouse Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in a classic New York steakhouse menu designed for two. Discover the art of the steakhouse dinner in this hands-on cooking class designed for date night. Prepare tender seared steak with decadent butter, a vibrant creamed kale side, warm thyme and gruyère popovers and a luscious vanilla crème...
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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.
