Cooking Classes in Cleveland
Best Cooking Classes in Cleveland for your next culinary journey
From the shores of Lake Erie to the kitchens of its vibrant neighborhoods, cooking classes in Cleveland invite you to explore the city’s rich culinary traditions and modern flair. Learn to craft Mediterranean dishes like savory moussaka or French classics such as buttery croissants and coq au vin. For those seeking variety, try your hand at Italian pasta-making, explore baking techniques or dive into Asian flavors with sushi or stir-fry. Just a short drive from Lakewood, Parma or Shaker Heights, these hands-on cooking sessions offer a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills and savor bold, new flavors. Guided by Cleveland’s most talented chefs, these lessons are perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks. Reserve your culinary course today and bring a taste of Cleveland’s creativity to your kitchen!
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Autumn Baking: Trio of Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the techniques essential for pies, brownies and custards with fall-inspired flavors. Celebrate the taste of autumn with three delicious desserts in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a world-class pastry chef, you’ll bake caramel apple tartlets with flaky, buttery crusts, fudgy chocolate brownies dotted...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Filled Pasta-Making Session
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft pumpkin agnolotti and cheese ravioli from scratch with fresh pasta dough. Roll up your sleeves and dive into pasta-making with this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll craft fresh pasta dough for two filled pasta dishes. Shape pumpkin agnolotti in a brown butter sage sauce and stuff...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Bavarian Flair - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
An elegant, Bavarian-inspired menu for couples featuring classic German dishes and cozy flavors. Celebrate cozy comfort food and European flavors on your next date night in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll toss a crisp apple-fennel salad, master the technique of pan-frying schnitzel and...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Elegant Macarons Made Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Mastering Macarons in a Hands-On Cooking Class. Want to learn how to make perfect macarons? Join this cooking class! An expert chef will take you through the whole process, step by step. First, you'll learn how to make the perfect batter and pipe it into just the right shape. Then, the chef will show you how to create...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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South American Flavors Made Simple
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary journey through South America with four authentic dishes. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the diverse flavors of Latin American cuisine with four authentic recipes you’ll recreate at home. Led by a master chef, you’ll learn to grill Peruvian spice-rubbed chicken. Prepare a hearty side dish...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Art of the Roll - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Couples will create beautiful sushi rolls with expert knife work, tempura and citrusy dipping sauce. Explore sushi-making as an art form in this hands-on cooking class for couples. Led by a top-tier chef, you’ll learn the textures and temperatures that define traditional sushi with hot shrimp tempura, cool tuna,...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Croissant Magic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the perfect croissant with a classic chef-led master class. Join this hands-on cooking class to learn how to make delicious sweet and savory croissants from scratch. With the guidance of top-rated chefs, you will master the secrets of laminated dough, as well as rolling, shaping and proofing techniques. By the...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Italian Cuisine With Technical Knife Skills
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Hone knife skills through Tuscan recipes that teach cutting techniques and deliver big, bold flavor. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn the essential cuts every Italian cook needs to prepare authentic dishes. With guidance from an expert chef, you'll uniformly dice vegetables for a classic minestrone, cube...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Steak and Crème Brûlée - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a romantic dinner together with seared steak and torch-your-own vanilla bean crème brûlée. Ignite romance with a hands-on date night cooking class featuring an elegant steakhouse menu. You and your partner will prepare pan-seared steak with gorgonzola-shallot butter, garlic-infused creamed kale and fluffy...
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Westlake
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Casual Comfort Food Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master four comfort food favorites like soft pretzels and pulled pork with this crowd-pleasing menu. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll prepare the ultimate comfort food menu that’s perfect for tailgating, cookouts and cozy nights at home. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll discover the secrets to fluffy soft...
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Westlake
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Pappardelle & Bolognese to Polenta Cake
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare authentic Italian dishes, from handmade pappardelle and hearty bolognese sauce to fruity polenta cake. Explore the authentic, traditional and satisfying flavors of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. With guidance from an expert chef, you’ll roll out fresh pasta dough to make wide ribbons of...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Late Summer Italian Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a rustic Italian-inspired menu with fresh herbs, warm spices and seasonal produce. Inspired by rustic Italian flavors, this hands-on cooking class celebrates fresh seasonal produce with four delicious dishes. Led by a gourmet chef, you’ll sear juicy pork chops topped with verdant salsa verde, creamy wild...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Cleveland
How much do cooking classes in Cleveland cost?
The cost for each cooking class varies slightly, depending on the chef, the session chosen add the size of your group. Starting prices and fees are shown beside the listings for each class found on this page. With a tiering structure applied based on head count and class specifics, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to $100 per person and up.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are ideal for anyone entertaining the idea of creating food in a fun setting with friends and family. No matter what your abilities may be, everyone from beginners to advanced cooks can find their place in the kitchen while creating memorable moments. Easy step-by-step instruction and a stress-free environment take the pressure off while dialing up the excitement. Cooking lessons for kids and teens help younger cooks get in on the action while couples cooking classes and date night culinary sessions pepper in a little romance on the calendar. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, commemorating an anniversary or getting together with friends and colleagues, these cooking courses provide the perfect setting.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a wealth of the best cooking classes in Cleveland at your disposal, you can tap into the talents of one of the city's legendary culinary instructors. With everything you need to cook up a delicious meal provided, including ingredients and tools, you'll be ready to follow every guided step of your lesson. You'll have the company of other foodies expanding their creativity in a stress-free environment where everyone succeeds. Create connections with like-minded cooks as you conjure delicious dishes. Some sessions provide time for you to enjoy your finished meal in class, while others offer a make-and-take experience that lets you take your completed dishes home to enjoy instead.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master a wide range of techniques, everything from searing steak to decorating cake, from baking homemade breads to perfecting sauces and spreads. Practice essentials like precision knifework and more effective use of your appliances in smaller lessons included in every course. Whether you're finessing your seasonings until they're perfectly balanced or fussing with your artisanal charctuerie creations until it's too pretty to eat, you'll get hands-on experience while developing skills that will serve you in the kitchen, no matter what you're cooking up. And with international cooking experiences, you can explore methods like pasta making, sushi prep and the art of the French pastry.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The benefits of taking the culinary classes in Cleveland may start with learning the art of cuisine from some of the city's most talented chefs. But they reach beyond the kitchen by offering the opportunity to create magic with your best friends, family and coworkers while crafting amazing food together. Everything from gaining a better understanding of tastes and textures to exploring cultural cuisines you've always wanted to try present the rich possibilities provided by each session. You can also make new connections with fellow food aficionados from around town, thanks to courses in Tremont, St. Clair, and Superior.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose top cooking classes covering beloved cuisines like Italian, Mediterranean or French for a restaurant-style experience or go for something slightly more familiar like New American and barbeque. Try specialty lessons that let you focus on a specific option like cake decorating, cookie making, sushi creation and pasta prep. And if you're craving something global, you can always check into Japanese, Thai or Spanish fare to make your home table a more international affair.
Where do the classes take place?
Cleveland cooking classes near you generally take place either in your home, your instructor's home or a third-party venue that allows cooking. By consulting the map image on the course listing, you can find out if your pastry class is happening in Superior or your trattoria menu will be made in Little Italy. For some sessions, the instructor will travel to a workplace or separate venue. In these instances, all materials, supplies and ingredients required for the course will be provided onsite by the instructor.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Cleveland
Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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