Cooking Classes in Austin
Best Cooking Classes in Austin for your next culinary journey
Discover bold Texas flavors and global culinary techniques with cooking classes in Austin. Learn to craft classic Southern dishes like barbecue brisket, bake buttery biscuits or pecan pie, or shape handmade Italian pasta and French pastries from scratch. Guided by five-star chefs, these hands-on culinary lessons teach practical skills and highlight Austin’s dynamic foodie scene. Just a short drive from Round Rock, Pflugerville or Cedar Park, these classes are ideal for food lovers across the area. True to the city’s reputation as the Live Music Capital of the World, every cooking session celebrates creativity and innovation in the kitchen. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or global delicacies, culinary classes in Austin offer an unforgettable way to explore new flavors. Reserve your spot at one of the cooking courses today and taste the best of Austin!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Classic Chinese Takeout Favorites
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Join Chef Tera for a lesson in teamwork while crafting dishes inspired by Chinese takeout. In this interactive cooking class with a focus on team building, Chef Tera will lead you as you work together to recreate a variety of classic and modern Chinese recipes. You’ll prepare takeout favorites from scratch using...
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Chef Tera
Austin (South Austin)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Classic Chinese Takeout Favorites
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Join Chef Tera for a lesson in teamwork while crafting dishes inspired by Chinese takeout. In this interactive cooking class with a focus on team building, Chef Tera will lead you as you work together to recreate a variety of classic and modern Chinese recipes. You’ll prepare takeout favorites from scratch using...
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Chef Tera
Austin (South Austin)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Central Italian Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Slow down and enjoy the ambling milieu of Central Italy in this hands-on class. In this hands-on class with Chef Zach, you will learn how to prepare a multi-course meal you would typically find in Central Italy, which is considered to be the powerhouse of Italian regional cooking.
First, you'll learn how to make...
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Chef Zach
Serving the Austin area
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Quintessential Roast Chicken Meal
$95
Cooking Class
$95
The simple comfort of a classic home-cooked meal gets a flavorful gourmet lift. Create a quintessential and traditional American meal with all the trimmings in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan. She'll teach you how to prepare a thoughtful three-course feast with a classic roast chicken as the...
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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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 you how...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Luscious Layered Cake
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create a sumptuous tower of sugar and flour to top your table. Learn to bake a delicious multi-tiered cake in a cooking class that lets you keep the apron you work in! Your chef instructor leads you on a journey from baking layers of tender sponge to creating raspberry coulis, vanilla buttercream and candy-coated...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Team Building Activity
Seafood Paella Workshop
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Learn how to cook some of the iconic dishes in Spain in this incredible Spanish workshop. Chef Aaron believes that seafood paella is always a good idea, making this hands-on culinary lesson the perfect team building activity. Cooking together fosters communication, creativity and camaraderie - bringing your group...
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Chef Aaron
Austin (Windsor Park)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Elevated Date Night Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare a gourmet, romantic menu for two with Chef Tera. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Tera teaches you how to create an elegant menu, perfect for a romantic evening. Practice preparing succulent seafood and balancing flavors and textures to create this gourmet meal.
Begin with a light pear and...
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Chef Tera
Serving the Austin area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Journey Through Brazil
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Journey from the city of São Paulo to the beaches of Salvador with Chef Zach. In this hands-on class with Chef Zach, you will journey through Brazil and go beyond the steakhouse as you discover how to prepare some of the best dishes the country has to offer.
You will start with an addictive — and gluten-free!...
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Chef Zach
Serving the Austin area
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Vegan Italian Pasta and Garden Bounty
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to create regional Italian pasta dishes using egg-free pasta bianca. This interactive cooking class showcases regional Italian cuisine for plant-based diners. You'll explore the rich culinary traditions of Italy while focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Chef Megan will teach you how to prepare an...
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Chef Megan
Austin (Windsor Park)
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Mother's Day
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.
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Kids Cooking Series
Spring Sweets for All - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Parents and kids alike will delight in this seasonal baking skills class. Involve the whole family in this chef-led cooking class filled to the brim with Spring treats. Kids will work alongside you as everyone learns new culinary skills, starting with easy, buttery shortcakes piled high with fresh sliced berries....
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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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Austin
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.