Cooking Classes in Detroit
Best Cooking Classes in Detroit for your next culinary journey
Explore the evolving culinary scene of the Motor City with cooking classes in Detroit. From making fresh pasta from scratch to baking indulgent pastries, Detroit cooking courses offer hands-on lessons for both novice and advanced cooks. Dive into the city's diverse flavors, from classic American comfort foods to global influences, with the guidance of five-star chefs. These cooking courses in Motown allow you to explore iconic local dishes like Detroit-style pizza, slow-braised short ribs and smoked BBQ burgers. For those in nearby areas like Ferndale, West Bloomfield or Southfield, Detroit's cooking classes are just minutes away and well worth the short trip. Book your spot today and taste the best of Detroit’s dynamic culinary scene!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 2-30
Roll to Win a Sushi Challenge
$165
Team Building Activity
$165
Learn to roll sushi, bond with your crew and enjoy a sweet ending. This team building activity is perfect for groups looking to connect, collaborate and have fun in a dynamic cooking class. Whether you're planning a company event or celebrating with friends, this hands-on experience is made for all kinds of...
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Chef Mary
Serving the Detroit area
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Great for Groups of 2-40
Flavor Meets Teamwork in Dumpling Duel
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Join a dumpling making competition to boost teamwork, creativity and culinary skills. Experience an engaging and high-energy team building activity that brings people together through the joy of cooking. Whether you're planning a company event, a celebration or a casual get-together, this experience is a flavorful way...
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Chef Mary
Serving the Detroit area
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Father's Day
Homemade Fresh Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the secrets to making your very own pasta from scratch at home. Making your own pasta is easy with this hands-on cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll be guided through the process of making homemade dough, which is then transformed into two pasta dishes with endless potential for flavor variations....
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Southern Flavors Plant-Based Style
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to make vegan chicken, waffles and mac & cheese in this soulful experience. Explore bold, satisfying flavors in this plant-based cooking class. Led by an esteemed chef, this hands-on culinary session reveals the secrets to creating a delicious vegan menu that doesn’t compromise on taste or comfort.
Learn to...
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Chef Mary
Serving the Detroit area
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French Flair - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your loved one to an exquisite French fine dining experience in your own home. Impress your dinner date with that unmistakable French flair in this immersive cooking class. An expert chef will show you exactly what sets French cuisine apart from the rest. With a French cooking class or two under your belt,...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Treats From Tuscany
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a tour to the hills of Tuscany with this culinary trip. In this cooking class you’ll be whisked away to the bright hills of Tuscany to make an Italian feast. You’ll start by making a traditional chicken dish cooked under a brick, and serve it with a risotto and a zesty green salad. For dessert, you’ll keep...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Sushi Rolling for Beginners
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn the art of crafting sushi rolls and more from an esteemed chef. You'll feel like a true sushi chef in this engaging, hands-on cooking class focused on sushi-making. Chef Mary will teach you the skills and techniques to craft the perfect sushi rolls from scratch.
Begin the class with a cucumber and crab salad...
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Chef Mary
Serving the Detroit area
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Father's Day
French Desserts Masterclass
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a range of show-stopping French desserts in this hands-on masterclass Learn how to recreate some of the most well-known French desserts at the guidance of an expert chef in this practical cooking class. Step by step you will master the techniques and methods that go into crafting classic French desserts. You...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Teens Cooking Series
Five Days of Teen Baking
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens who like to bake are sure to love this five-day advanced cooking series. If your teen loves to bake, this five-day summer cooking class is the ultimate way to help them level up their skills. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, they’ll explore advanced baking methods, unlocking the skills required to master...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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Father's Day
Plant-Based Sushi Making
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Harness the flavor of vegetables for fresh vegan and vegetarian sushi rolls made from scratch. In this hands-on Asian cooking class, Chef Mary will teach you how to create gourmet plant-based renditions of your favorite sushi rolls and Japanese dishes using classic techniques. Your top-rated sushi chef will guide you...
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Chef Mary
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Homemade Pasta 101
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The essential workshop for pasta lovers Don’t miss out on this hands-on pasta cooking class! You’ll learn to create delicious, handmade pasta completely from-scratch. An expert chef will teach you the art of making authentic pasta dough, to be used in a range of traditional Italian recipes. Expect to take your...
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Chef Daniel or Resident Chef
Ann Arbor
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Dim Sum from Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Treat your friends to freshly cooked Dim Sum with this insightful and hands-on session. In this practical cooking class, led by an expert chef tutor, you’ll follow the steps for making delicious Dim Sum, from making the dough to rolling, filling, pleating and steaming. By the end of the class you’ll have an...
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Chef Arra or Resident Chef
Troy
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Detroit
How much do cooking classes in Detroit cost?
Your cost for each cooking class Differs slightly, based on the size of your group, the session you choose and the chef conducting the course. The starting cost and any fees are displayed next to the listings on this page. Structure is applied based on the head count and class details to determine final charges. The average class costs anywhere from $59 to $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are great for cooks of all abilities looking to take their culinary skills in new directions while enjoying fun times with great people. Even if you're brand new to cooking, you can get your footing with skillful instruction in a relaxed atmosphere. If cooking is old hat to you, you'll find techniques and gourmet menus that help you expand your abilities. Everyone from kids to teens to families can come together in the kitchen to see what delicious things they can create. And if you have romance in mind, date night cooking courses and couples culinary sessions are sure to season your together time.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a crack selection of top cooking classes in Detroit, you can expect supreme instruction in culinary artistry from a local legend on the dining scene. Everything you need to successfully complete your course is provided, including all the tools and ingredients required to create your chosen menu. You'll work among a group of gourmet creatives in a stress-free environment where encouragement is a key ingredient. Participate in a community that encourages success for everyone. Once finished, you may have the chance to enjoy your finished meal and forge new connections with your fellow foodies. If you choose a make-and-take session, you can enjoy your creations at home with your friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
There are specific skills for you to master in all culinary classes, whether you're learning to bake breads from around the world, developing your talent for creating soul food classics or whipping up a designer dessert. Practice essential skills that help you get the most out of your knives and take your favorite kitchen tools into new territory. With an international course, you can perfect your ability to create custom pasta dishes or learn to turn wholesome ingredients into a Mediterranean feast. And with domestic sessions on the menu, everything from classic steakhouse methods to the best of Southern dining are yours to explore.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
You find benefits in every aspect of taking the best cooking classes in Detroit, from the confidence you acquire by working with some of the city's stellar culinary talent to the opportunities to spend quality time with your favorite people while working together in the kitchen. Collect fantastic recipes that bring new flavor to your existing lineup and practice the skills required to re-create them again and again. You can also create new connections with fellow foodies stationed everywhere from Greektown to New Center. And when special occasions are on the calendar, there's no benefit more meaningful than having a chance to round up your friends and family for a lesson in the sweetness of life.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Jump into cooking experiences that represent the best of domestic dining and New American cuisine or go with something more exotic with a Thai or Japanese session. You'll find a range of specialty courses that highlight international breads, Italian desserts, classic croissants, cake and cookie decoration, sushi prep and more. With courses in popular global fare like French, Mediterranean and Spanish, you can bring a taste of the Old World to your table.
Where do the classes take place?
You can find cooking classes near you that happen either in your home, your instructor's home or a separate locale equipped for cooking classes. There are also sessions in which the instructor arrives at a worksite or separate location to provide onsite instruction. In these sessions, the instructor also brings along everything they'll need to conduct the class. You'll find a map image in every class listing that lets you know where in town your class will take place.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Detroit
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.