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
Handmade Sushi Techniques
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn both age-old techniques and modern methods to make sushi dishes completely from scratch. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Aaron, you'll learn all the steps necessary to craft fresh sushi rolls in the comfort of your home, as well as a few other Japanese staples.
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Chef Aaron
Austin (Windsor Park)
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Team Building Activity
Vive La France
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Celebrate French flavors and team spirit in this fun and festive experience with Chef Danushka. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Danushka will guide you and your team as you work together to prepare an incredibly impressive three-course French menu with serious flair.
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Parisian Springtime
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Showcase flavors of Spring with a strong French influence as you learn new skills. Savor Spring's arrival with a homemade meal made to perfection in this chef-led cooking class. Focus on French flavors and methods as the foundation of the meal, starting with grilling garden-fresh veggies and whipping up a buttery...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Mother's Day
Homemade Pasta and Salad Pairing
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Pasta and salad — one of the most iconic culinary duos ever — take center stage in this class. In this hands-on cooking class, you will perfect the art of homemade pasta and salad pairings with Chef Aaron. The homemade pasta recipes you will learn in this class are so simple and delicious, you will surely be...
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Chef Aaron
Austin (Windsor Park)
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A Culinary Exploration of Asia
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Journey to Asia and explore both the exceptionally unusual and familiar flavors of the region. In this hands-on cooking class, you will join Chef Danushka on a culinary exploration of authentic Asian cuisine. You will learn the skills and techniques necessary to prepare a light, yet satisfying four-course meal...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Thai Cuisine Masterclass
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor the colorful and flavorful world of Thai cuisine, starting with the five pillars. Re-create your favorite carry-out dishes with guidance from a chef in this immersive cooking class. Work with classic Thai ingredients and traditional methods as you fry up crispy shrimp, simmer a pot of green curry and fire up the...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Seasonal Asian Fare
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Master knife skills, impressive plating and new seasoning techniques in this fun and creative class! In this hands-on cooking class, you will prepare an authentic three-course seasonal Asian menu Chef Danushka has created for you. Master essential knife skills, explore new spices and seasonings and learn how to...
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Chef Danushka
Austin (Oak Hill)
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Homestyle Pies
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These tasty creations represent the finest in pie making traditions. Learn secrets for crafting bakes with rustic flair in a specialty cooking class you'll love. From savory wild mushroom and goat cheese galettes to sweet berry galettes with whipped lemon mascarpone cream and charming hand pies filled with cinnamon...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Homestyle Chinese Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
No need for a takeout menu with this selection in your plans. Take-out orders become a thing of the past with this Chinese-focused cooking class on your agenda. With dim sum delights like scallion pancakes, honey sesame chicken, lo mein with ginger beef and hot and sour soup on the menu, your esteemed instructor has...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Mother's Day
Homemade Macarons for Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your baking game with this elegant macaron workshop. The best gifts are handmade with love, and this chic cooking class fits the bill. Learn from a chef instructor as you carefully whip up a fluffy meringue base and two gourmet fillings for picture-perfect macarons. Carefully piped into neat circles and filled...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Gourmet Greek Vegetarian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Refresh your healthy dining options with this great Greek menu. Leave out the meat and double the vegetables and you have a grand Greek vegetarian menu, courtesy of this thoughtful cooking class. With a spread featuring lessons in crispy falafel, refreshing Greek salad, roasted potatoes with lemon and oregano...
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Chef Karen or Resident Chef
Austin (North Burnet)
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Bistro Japonais - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a special evening with your favorite culinary partner. Warm up to a delicious evening of food, fun and learning with a date night cooking class showcasing specialties from Japan. You'll have first-rate instruction from a local chef who sets the tone for fun and romance while showing you how to create tender...
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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.