Cooking Classes in the Los Angeles Region
Best cooking classes in the Los Angeles Region for your next culinary journey.
The areas surrounding Los Angeles are home to some fine chefs who are offering up an array of flavorful cooking classes. What are you in the mood to cook? Whether it be Italian, Asian, Vegetarian or more, there is a class just for your needs and desires. Join highly esteemed chefs on a journey to a new culinary realm. You are bound to go home with valuable kitchen techniques and a very pleased palate.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-25
Fusion Feast: Cross-Cultural Group Quest
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Bridge cultural gaps through innovative Italian-inspired cuisine. This unique team building activity blends traditional Italian techniques with global influences. From truffle-infused pasta to Mediterranean-style salmon, teams will push culinary boundaries while strengthening interpersonal bonds.
The experience...
Verified Chef
Chef Francesca
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Food That Empowers Your Mind
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Chef Luana shows you how to use food to strengthen your mind and body. Discover how to boost your health and empower your mind, body and spirit with ingredients that support mental health and wellness. This menu of Italian favorites includes a healthy twist to four dishes that feature tryptophan, zinc, carotenoids, B...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 13-30
Teaming Up for Thai Cuisine
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Gather your team and discover the stunning and vibrant flavors of Thailand. Join Chef Cregg in this team building activity for an exploration of techniques and ingredients native to Thai cuisine. Teams will prepare classic Thai dishes, while also learning a few things about its culture and history.
Your team will...
Verified Chef
Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
New Year
SMALL CLASS
Upscale Asian Dishes
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Fine dining Asian-style provides a gourmet workshop brimming with chic flavor. Learn to make an exquisite selection of Asian dishes in the hands-on cooking class for chefs of all skill levels. Chef Carole takes your understanding of traditional cuisine to elegant heights thanks to thoughtful touches and a few...
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Verified Chef
Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Vegan Delights
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore plant-based dining with a top chef in a hands-on class. Chef Jasmin, a specialist in vegan fine dining, will guide you through a hands-on cooking class focused on plant-based cuisine. Experience the art of vegan cooking with fresh, organic ingredients and innovative techniques.
Begin with delicious stuffed...
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Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
New Year
Crafting Pizza From Scratch
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create artisan pizzas with fresh ingredients and flavorful combinations. This cooking class with Chef Ashley brings the fun of pizza-making to your kitchen. Learn to craft homemade pizzas that are as delicious as they are customizable.
Kick off the class with a Caprese salad featuring fresh mozzarella, ripe...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Discover Chinese Cooking
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Take a culinary adventure through the delights of China with a professional chef. Learn the skills to create an authentic Chinese feast at home with this cooking class led by Chef Marc V. With an expert by your side, Chinese recipes will become a staple in your cooking repertoire.
You’ll kick off the class by...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Traditional Pasta With a Twist
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Chef Pierre provides you with a truly authentic, yet unique pasta-making experience. In this class, Chef Pierre guides you through the intricacies of authentic Italian cooking and pasta making. Learn the secrets to preparing your own exquisite pasta creations, starting with well-crafted dough from scratch.
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Verified Chef
Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
New Year
SMALL CLASS
Regional Italian Favorites
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Take a tour of Italy's culinary scene as you create dishes from around the country. Join Chef Rebecca for a hands-on cooking class all about Italian food! You'll use fresh ingredients and time-honored Italian cooking techniques to create stunning, delicious dishes.
First, use ripe heirloom cherry tomatoes dressed...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
South American Kitchen Essentials
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Combine local produce with traditional recipes and techniques in this hands-on cooking class. Follow along on this culinary excursion through South America, utilizing traditional ingredients and mastering time-honored cooking methods. Chef David will demonstrate and explain how to prepare flavorful classic dishes like...
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Verified Chef
Chef David S.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
New Year
Modern Plant-Based Favorites
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Discover unique flavor combinations, making renowned global dishes with a plant-based take. During this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jackie will take you on a flavorful journey to discover exciting tastes from around the globe. You’ll bring to life dishes with Mexican, Mediterranean, Caribbean and French...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.