Beginner Cooking Classes in Los Angeles

Sometimes it seems like everybody else knows how to cook. They likely learned from a great chef along the way, whether it was a parent or a friend. Well, you can take your culinary education to the next level: learn from a professional chef. Some of the best chefs in America live in LA, and there are plenty of Los Angeles area cooking classes perfect for beginners. Sign up today and boost your confidence in the kitchen.
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Sophisticated Sushi
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Boost your sushi expertise with fun and engaging culinary sessions. Explore signature sushi recipes in this cooking class designed to bring your culinary skills to the next level. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare your favorite restaurant-style sushi selections.
Start by slicing raw fish and...
Verified Chef
Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Crafting Cozy Café Bakes
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Warm, indulgent bites and drinks to craft and share. In this charming baking-focused cooking class, guests join top-rated Chef Hannah for a cozy café-inspired experience filled with rich, satisfying treats. Learn to brew the perfect cup of coffee or tea before diving into classic recipes that warm the soul....
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Chef Hannah
North Hills
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Chocolate Fantasy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enter the whimsical world of chocolate desserts with a decadent, hands-on lesson. This interactive cooking class is a fantasy of chocolate featuring a gourmet selection of handmade delights. Watch as the chef demonstrates the magic of making honeycomb to dip in chocolate and entice the senses with luscious chocolate...
Verified Chef
Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Perfecting Beef Wellington
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Pierre and learn the secrets behind making the British classic, beef Wellington. Chef Pierre was born in France and studied cooking there for 12 years. In this cooking class, he will show you how to prepare the perfect beef Wellington, as well as teaching you some important tricks of the trade.
Begin by...
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Authentic Asian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to make your favorite Asian restaurant selections at home. This cooking class explores the flavors and textures of traditional Asian cuisine. Led by Chef Mo, you'll learn how to prepare several favorite Asian recipes. Start with spicy Thai chicken lettuce wraps with butter lettuce and sweet chili sauce....
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Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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Vibrant Vegetarian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover new recipes to add to your vegetarian collection. Explore ways to add garden-fresh vegetables to your menu in this cooking class. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll learn new techniques and enjoy a fun culinary experience.
Start by tossing together a vibrant kale salad, perfectly balanced with oil, vinegar...
Verified Chef
Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Exquisite French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the timeless refinement and allure of classic French cuisine. An expert chef imparts the enduring culinary traditions of France in this gourmet cooking class. Guided by the instructor, you’ll practice tried-and-true methods for crafting an elegant menu. From preparing salmon en papillote and braising...
Verified Chef
Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring authentic Vietnamese flavors to your kitchen. If Vietnamese cuisine is your favorite comfort food, treat yourself to this hands-on cooking class, where a world-class chef will guide you as you unpack the complex flavor profiles of three iconic Vietnamese dishes. Each one bursting with bold flavors and fresh...
Verified Chef
Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Sushi Chef Signatures - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets of top sushi chefs with a hands-on lesson. This interactive cooking class will have you ready to roll with essential techniques used by experienced sushi chefs. Sharpen your knives and learn to chop and slice with precision, then cook and season perfect sushi rice. You’ll master the art of...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Authentic Dishes From Philippines
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to cook like a true local from the Philippines under step-by-step guidance. Explore rich, comforting Filipino flavors in this exciting cooking class and discover the joy of Filipino cuisine. A highly skilled chef will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft three beloved dishes that may just rival...
Verified Chef
Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Classic Croissant Chronicles
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfect the art of flaky french pastries from scratch. In this croissant-focused cooking class, you'll learn the art of creating buttery, flaky French pastries from scratch. Master the classic croissant dough and discover the secrets to making delicious variations like jambon and gruyère croissants and pain au...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Delightful Italian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add a touch of la dolce vita to your summer dinners with skills taught in this Italian feast. Discover how to create a summery Italian menu at this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marc V. Your expert chef will keep things fun as they show you how to prepare a whole menu of Italian favorites.
You’ll begin with...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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