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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Homemade Pizza Night - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Elevate your pizza night by learning how to make your favorites from scratch. In this family-friendly cooking class, learn how to make homemade pizza. Under the guidance of a chef instructor, learn the recipe and technique to whip up a dough. Then, shape it into pizza knots and a calzone stuffed with sausage. Then,...
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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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Crafted Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Master the art of gourmet cupcakes in this family friendly experience. Make family time sweet with a hands-on cupcake-making cooking class. Learn to make artisan cupcakes from scratch from a five-star chef in a fun and interactive environment.
Start by preparing banana cupcakes iced with peanut butter frosting....
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Campfire and Carnival Bakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Relive campfire and fair memories with your family with three iconic desserts. Bake your way through nostalgic childhood treats with a twist in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a gourmet pastry chef, you’ll layer fudgy brownies with gooey marshmallows, mix and fill iconic whoopie pies and roll out golden...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Premium Dim Sum Selection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master dim sum with hands-on techniques for dumplings and steamed buns. This hands-on cooking class is inspired by the best flavors of Dim Sum. You'll learn hands-on techniques for forming, folding, pleating and steaming two types of dumplings. An expert chef instructor will also teach you to create fluffy steamed...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Elegant French Fête
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master an elegant French bistro menu featuring the iconic roast chicken with 53 garlic cloves. This hands-on cooking class offers a perfect blend of savory richness and sweet finesse with an elegant French menu. Led by a top-level chef, you’ll learn to prepare succulent chicken infused with 53 cloves of garlic....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Ocean Land Symphony - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a romantic surf and turf feast by learning how to make it from scratch. During this couple's cooking class, spark romance as you create the perfect surf and turf menu. You'll learn how to grill a juicy steak as well as fantastic crab cakes that make the perfect duo. You'll round your menu with exquisite molten...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Taste of Italy: Handmade and Comforting
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master Italian comfort food with handmade pasta, kale salad and dark chocolate tiramisu. Create a satisfying, scratch-made Italian meal with rustic charm and seasonal ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a top-tier chef, you’ll explore traditional techniques for pasta making and tempering eggs as...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Elevated Pasta Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make authentic pasta dishes in an interactive environment. Celebrate your love of fresh pasta with an Italian cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen while crafting mouthwatering dishes under the instruction of a five-star chef.
Begin with a hearty grilled Romaine Caesar salad. For the main course,...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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The Fragrant Flavors of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Taste the essence of Thai cuisine with balanced street food classics and a tropical dessert. This hands-on cooking class celebrates four iconic Thai dishes that showcase the cuisine’s balanced tastes: spicy, salty, sour and sweet. Led by a top-tier chef, you’ll start with fried corn and lime fritters, master...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Italian Pasta 101
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of homemade pasta in this hands-on workshop with essential techniques and recipes. During this immersive cooking class, you'll learn how to make pasta from scratch. A five-star chef will teach you all the techniques, from mixing and rolling dough to cutting pappardelle and filling ravioli. You'll simmer...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Ultimate Bread and Butter Experience
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of bread baking with three sweet and savory breads and compound butter. Unlock the secrets to crusty boules, crispy grissini and sweet focaccia in this hands-on cooking class that spotlights bread making. Guided by a top-level pastry chef, you’ll explore essential bread-making steps and techniques,...
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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.