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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From Pasta to Tiramisu: Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft an authentic Italian meal, including handmade pasta and tiramisu, using seasonal ingredients. Master a traditional Italian menu from primo to dolce in this hands-on, seasonal cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you’ll create silky fettuccine carbonara with homemade pasta dough. Then, prepare a bright salad...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Expert Chocolate Techniques Revealed
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Refine your dessert skills with advanced chocolate-making techniques with three showstopping recipes to master. Unlock the secrets of chocolate making in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert pastry chef, you’ll discover how to temper and dip honeycomb, roll ganache into luxurious espresso amaretto truffles...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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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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A Classic French Affair
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A golden French feast with crispy textures, tangy sauces and a classic brûléed dessert. Prepare a chic French feast in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a skilled chef, you'll learn to pan-roast chicken with whole-grain mustard sauce, fry perfect pommes Dauphine and blanch and sauté bright haricot verts with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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From Italian Breadsticks to French Bread
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master bread making techniques and learn tips for baking three sweet and savory bread varieties. Dive into artisan bread-making fundamentals with three sweet and savory recipes in this hands-on cooking class. With guidance from a world-class pastry chef, you’ll explore dough fermentation, shaping and baking...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Classic and Fresh Korean Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience Korean cuisine with a menu of contrasts — savory, sweet, crispy, chewy, cool, crunchy. Experience the rich diversity of Korean cuisine in this hands-on, flavor-packed cooking class. From sizzling marinated beef bulgogi lettuce wraps and golden scallion pancakes to stir-fried glass noodles and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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53 Garlic Cloves and Chocolate Soufflé
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the famous 53 cloves of garlic chicken with creamy sides and chocolate soufflé. This hands-on cooking class is perfect for home cooks looking to impress dinner guests with an elegant multi-course French meal. Guided by a top-level chef, you’ll dive into the luscious chicken with 53 cloves of garlic, balanced...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Maple, Apple and Fall Dessert Magic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake three elegant fall desserts that celebrate seasonal ingredients. Let fall's finest flavors shine in this dessert-focused cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you'll get hands-on experience with crafting three desserts, including caramel apple tartlets with a flaky crust, chewy...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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A Taste of the Left Bank
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Left Bank bistro flair meets traditional techniques in this flavor-packed French culinary class. Bring the romance of Left Bank cuisine to life in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll prepare four dishes, including pan-roasted chicken with a mustard sauce. Then, craft delicate truffled...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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An Osso Buco and Semifreddo Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Braise, roast and whisk your way to an unforgettable four-course Italian dinner. Unlock the secrets of comforting Italian cuisine with this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll braise osso buco until tender, stir creamy Parmesan cheese polenta for the perfect base and roast broccolini with lemon and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Bold and Balanced Korean BBQ
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a flavorful Korean meal that balances heat, crunch and cool in every homemade bite. Master four essential Korean dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll marinate and grill beef bulgogi for crisp lettuce wraps and pan-fry scallion pancakes to perfection in cast iron. Then, sharpen...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Intimate French Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a romantic French feast during a date night cooking class. Experience a cooking class inspired by the culinary world of France during a romantic date night. In this chef-led class, you'll work together to prepare a carefully selected menu. Start by searing scallops to achieve a golden crust and pair them with a...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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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
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.