Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best Cooking Classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
There is an unbelievable choice of cooking classes in Los Angeles to suit diners of all tastes and preferences. Learn the basics of fresh Italian pasta in the Hollywood Area, discover recipes that will empower your mind in Downtown Los Angeles, master the perfect steakhouse sear in the Mid-City area or indulge in a Casablanca romance with your loved one in Simi Valley. Cooking lessons in Los Angeles are led by an experienced local chef who will send you home with a new arsenal of skills to impress your future dinner guests. Whether you’re in Pasadena, Santa Monica, Culver City, Thousand Oaks or West Los Angeles, there’s an experience in the City of Angels for you. Book a cooking class in Los Angeles today and see for yourself!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sharpen Your Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gain confidence with kitchen knives, an integral part of cooking. Master the basics of the foundation of any good chef: Knife skills. An expert chef will model and guide you through an array of knife skills to add new shapes, sizes and textures to your culinary creations. Enjoy a light snack as you work your way...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Holiday
Holiday Bread Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake fresh and festive loaves for the holiday season. Discover the simplicity and joy of making bread from scratch in this chef-led cooking experience. Utilize humble ingredients like yeast and flour and discover the secret to proofing loaves for a fluffy, soft outcome. Incorporate extra flavor for a raspberry...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Holiday
Cook a Festive French Winter Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a sophisticated French feast. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a Parisian-inspired date-night cooking class. You’ll create a seasonal menu featuring roasted chicken with tarragon cream sauce, roasted root vegetables and herbes de Provence...
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Woodland Hills
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Christmas
Holiday Treats Celebration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll up your sleeves and make chocolatey holiday sweets this season. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday baking class filled with festive favorites. Create pillowy homemade marshmallows, colorful white chocolate bark with cranberries and pistachios and...
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Woodland Hills
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Holiday
Cook Vibrant French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook like a true Parisian and savor the flavors of authentic French cuisine. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a gourmet French cooking class designed to blend savory comfort and sweet indulgence. Create a festive menu of coq au vin blanc, pommes aligot and...
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Woodland Hills
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Holiday
A Worldly Holiday Celebration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up festive dishes inspired by global flavors. Dive into a global holiday feast in this exciting cooking class. You’ll begin by crafting a pepper-crusted prime rib, perfectly seasoned and paired with a zesty horseradish crème fraîche that adds a delightful kick. Following that, you’ll move into preparing...
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Woodland Hills
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Festive Italian Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor delicious Italian recipes that capture the heart of Italy. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a cooking class celebrating the flavors of Italy. You’ll create a pescatarian-friendly menu starting with Tuscan garlic shrimp in a creamy sauce, paired with...
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Hearty Tamales for Beginners
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on and cook delicious tamales this holiday season. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday-inspired cooking class celebrating the tradition of tamales. You’ll prepare fresh masa and fill it with classic flavors such as shredded pork with green...
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Elegant Korean BBQ Experience
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn your table into a grill with authentic Korean BBQ favorites. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a Korean BBQ cooking class full of flavors and hands-on fun. You’ll craft a vibrant menu featuring grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, savory cast iron...
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Holiday
Shape Your Own Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a taste of Italy home with classic pasta made from scratch. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday-inspired pasta cooking class. Begin by learning how to craft classic pasta dough, then transform it into hearty pappardelle with Tuscan sausage and...
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Holiday
Authentic Bûche de Noël
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover professional techniques for this iconic seasonal dessert. Make your holiday dessert table a festive and delicious display with a traditional holiday dessert: The Bûche de Noël. Whip up a fluffy batter for your sponge cake base, then form a roulade by spreading Italian mocha buttercream and rolling. Top with...
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A Culinary Voyage to France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Sprinkle some French magic into the kitchen. This cooking class brings you a French spread you will find yourself recreating over and over again. You’ll start by whipping up a classic French onion soup, rich with flavor and topped with gooey cheese. Then, pan-roast chicken with a luscious cognac sauce that elevates...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
How much do cooking classes in Los Angeles cost?
The cost of cooking classes depends on the chef, event, and group size. Starting prices are listed on each class page, but final pricing is determined by a tiered structure based on your group size, along with any applicable fees or optional add-ons included in your selected class. Generally, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
Experiencing a cooking class with your significant other, best friends, family or colleagues is a great way to have an amazing time you’ll never forget. Cooking classes are ideal for cooks of all abilities, from fundamental courses for beginners just getting started to intermediate and advanced for experienced cooks looking to enhance their talents. With kids, teens and family fun sessions, cooks of practically any age can get in on the fun and develop skills they can build on. From celebrating birthdays and anniversaries to enjoying romantic date nights and energizing team building moments among coworkers, there are cooking lessons that cover every occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
Expect to have an incredible time connecting with friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues. You'll find your culinary class to be a casual setting that inspires and encourages culinary creativity among you and your fellow students. Everything you need to create your chosen menu is provided, including all ingredients and tools required. Enjoy step-by-step instruction from a top shelf local cook with a talent for helping others reach their potential and discover the joy of food prep. You'll even have time to enjoy the dishes you've prepared with everyone in your class.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master fundamentals like knifing techniques and choosing the right tools for the kitchen task at hand, as well as more advanced techniques such as handmade pasta prep and expert-level sushi creation. Pick up time-honored methods from global cuisines and explore the principles of modern gastronomy. Every session helps sharpen your talents, whether you're acquiring skills for preparing Korean favorites like the menu at Baroo or honing your sensibilities for specialty seafood like Loreto offers.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Taking a cooking class provides a menu of invaluable benefits, from developing confidence in the kitchen to expanding your possibilities for delicious dining to forging bonds with fellow foodies. Explore the background of some of your favorite international dishes while working with a first-rate local chef servicing Echo Lake, Venice and beyond. With every class, you'll add new skills and knowledge to your repertoire. You’ll have an amazing time and walk away with great memories made alongside friends, family, or coworkers.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The top cooking classes in Los Angeles offer guests an array of options ranging from farm-to-table specialties to international classics. Courses in Latin, Mediterranean and Asian-Pacific let you bring some of the best global dishes to your table, while specialty sessions in desserts, bread making, sushi making, pasta making, and BBQ help you hone in on specific techniques. You'll also find the best cooking classes for creating full holiday meals, conjuring steakhouse menus and preparing your favorite sushi creations.
Where do the classes take place?
Los Angeles cooking classes take place in a variety of locales, including the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. Many choose to have the chef bring all of the ingredients and equipment necessary to conduct the class in your home kitchen or office space for an experience that personalizes the gourmet fun. From Italian culinary classes in Westwood to Vietnamese cooking courses in Los Feliz, you'll find a venue image and driving map on every listing to get you headed in the right direction.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Los Angeles
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
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