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
Farmers' Market French Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Put a light twist on French cuisine in this cooking lesson. Enjoy a fresh take on French cuisine in this produce-focused cooking class. Your main dish will feature grilled salmon, cooked in butter and flavored with lemon and dill. On the side, savor herb-infused green beans and a crisp apple and fennel salad, topped...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Vegan French Cooking
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Join Chef Cregg to learn classic French techniques with modern vegan flair. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Cregg will teach you foundational techniques from traditional French cuisine, including grilling, braising and baking, while incorporating fresh, plant-based ingredients.
You'll first prepare a wild...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Pasta Making Class
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make pasta completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class! If you love pasta and want to learn how to make it the best way, this class taught by Chef Francesca will be perfect for you! You'll practice hand rolling pasta in three different shapes, and learn the secrets for drying and cooking pasta...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Dive into Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a sumptuous medley of dim sum favorites. Master the delicate folds and fillings of two different types of dumplings in this dynamic cooking class. With a chef guiding you from start to finish, you'll get to grips with preparing a selection of mouthwatering dim sum dishes. But there's more on the menu than...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Handmade Pastry Creations
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore pastries three ways under the guidance of a five-star chef. This hands-on cooking class celebrates dough in all its delicious forms, from flaky biscuits to cinnamon treats topped with indulgent frosting. With a highly skilled chef leading you, you’ll master dough-making essentials before crafting three...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Playful Pasta Possibilities
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the many uses for pasta in this experimental, Italian-inspired culinary lesson. Whether you're new to the kitchen or a pasta pro, this hands-on cooking class will inspire. Kick things off with a bold pasta frittata packed with sausage and spicy peppers. Next, create a skillet lasagna layered with rich herbed...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Bright and Bold Summer Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Give your summer produce the star treatment in this seasonal cooking lesson. Get ready for summer with a vibrant cooking class that highlights the season’s best ingredients. Begin with golden corn fritters paired with a flavorful herbed aioli. Then, cook up sweet and savory pork chops alongside a smoky and spicy...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Brunch in Bed Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Surprise someone or just yourself, with these gorgeous pastries first thing in the morning. If you’re eager to create bakery-worthy pastries at home, this cooking class is for you. Start by frying up golden beignets, dusted generously with powdered sugar. Then, make mixed berry fritters drizzled with a tangy...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Trattoria al Fresco
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport yourself to an Italian trattoria on a warm summer evening with this culinary lesson. Let Italy’s summer bounty inspire your cooking in this fresh, seasonal cooking class. Start with crispy polenta bites topped with arugula pesto and creamy goat cheese. Then, grill marinated steak and finish it with a zesty...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Pâtisserie With Ease
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Up your baking game in this technical and indulgent culinary lesson. Perfect for home bakers ready to level up, this cooking class focuses on refined French pâtisserie. You’ll start with the Paris-Brest, a ring of airy choux pastry filled with silky cream and topped with slivered almonds. Then, craft luxurious...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
The Secrets to Moules Frites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take on a classic French cooking challenge: moules frites. In this French cooking class, you'll master the art of moules frites, a dish that’s simpler than it seems but always impressive. Learn to cook tender mussels in various flavors and pair them with a crisp frisée salad, topped with poached eggs and crispy...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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.