Cooking Classes in San Fernando Valley
Best Cooking Classes in San Fernando Valley for your next culinary journey
If you can tear yourself away from the silver screen for a few hours, you’ll find another immersive and equally exciting pastime with one of the many cooking classes in San Fernando Valley. Whether you’re staying near Sushi Row, Sherman Oaks or the popular Encino neighborhood, you’ll find a plethora of cooking courses in San Fernando valley to tempt your tastebuds. Learn to make the most sophisticated sushi, prepare croissants worthy of the streets of Paris or master the perfect steakhouse sear. Whichever class takes your fancy, you’ll find yourself guided by a friendly local chef, learning their tricks of the trade and placing yourself firmly on the road to success as you look to level up your home-cooking. Interested? Then book your cooking class in San Fernando valley today.
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Elevate Steak with French Flair
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor the essence of French cooking as you perfect your steak skills. Elevate your steak game with this French-inspired cooking class. Dive into the nuances of pan-searing steak and creating a flavorful compound butter. Uncover the methods for caramelizing onions, simmering a summer vegetable stew and mixing choux...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Italian Seafood
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn to prepare vibrant seafood dishes inspired by beloved Italian classics. Join Chef Francesca for a decadent four-course Italian menu focused on all things seafood.
Start off this course by making savory bite-sized mushrooms stuffed with sharp Parmesan cheese and aromatic truffle oil. Next, learn the...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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Mother's Day
The Art of Pasta Making
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to create a plate of beautiful handmade pasta with Chef Cregg. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn the techniques needed for creating gourmet Italian fare from scratch. Throughout class, Chef Cregg will teach you techniques for making fresh pasta, pan-searing fish and baking the perfect...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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SMALL CLASS
Italian Vegetarian Favorites for 2
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Whip up an impressive vegetarian Italian dinner with your honey. If you and your significant other follow a vegetarian diet or are just trying to eat healthier, consider taking this romantic and exclusive class where Italy native Chef Francesca will teach you both how to make gourmet Italian-inspired vegetarian...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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Mother's Day
Brunch Classics Reimagined
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Impress your loved ones with an unforgettable brunch made under the guidance of expert chef. Give everyone’s favorite mid-morning meal a makeover with a brunch cooking class led by imaginative expert Chef Marc V. With step-by-step instructions, the cooking class will be fun and easy to follow.
Following the...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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All About Pasta: Kids' Edition
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Uncover your child's culinary prowess with this guided pasta-making class. Let your kids' inner chef shine with this hands-on pasta-making cooking class with Chef Luana. As a grandma herself, she has the magic touch to teach the importance of kitchen safety while boosting their confidence with a fun creative outlet....
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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French Flavors With Contemporary Twists
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the art of French cooking with a contemporary spin. Dive into the world of contemporary French cuisine in this exciting cooking class. Learn to balance flavors in a perfectly seared strip steak with tangy mustard sauce. Create a refreshing haricots verts salad and elevate the humble sweet potato into crispy...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Artisan Pasta Making Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transform simple ingredients into extraordinary pasta dishes with ease. Become a pasta virtuoso in this interactive cooking class. Master the fundamentals of dough-making, pasta-cutting techniques and the art of tortellini assembly. Discover how to amplify your creations by thoughtfully pairing them with vibrant,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Mother's Day
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
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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A Taste of Modern Techniques
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create an array of seasonally inspired fare using modern cooking techniques and the latest kitchen gadgetry. Take part in an interactive cooking experience, and create and indulge in cuisine from around the world in this hands-on class with Chef Cregg. Learn impressive and advanced techniques as you work your way...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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Mother's Day
Rustic Southern Italian
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make incredible and traditional dishes from Sardinia with Chef Francesca. Building upon the incredible dishes she grew up eating in Sardinia, Chef Francesca has curated a cooking class in which you'll learn to make each authentic recipe from scratch.
After enjoying a savory cheese and cured meat...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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SMALL CLASS
Rustic Mediterranean Dinner for 2
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Create tasty and traditional Sardinian dishes as a couple. The cuisine of Italy’s Sardinia is renowned for being tasty and romantic. And in this private class, Italy native Chef Francesca will show you and your other half how to whip up traditional rustic Sardinian dishes.
You’ll customize your own menu as you...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Fernando Valley
How much do cooking classes in San Fernando Valley cost?
Your cost will vary depending on the session you culinary classes, the menu you create and the size of your group. A base price is displayed next to each class listing on this page, as well as any fees that might be part of the price. A tiering structure will be applied to determine final cost, based on headcount and other class specifics. In general, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
You'll find cooking classes that are suitable for cooks of all skills and tastes, even aspiring chefs who've never given gourmet creativity a try before. Try a little romantic food prep in a couples or date night cooking lessons or get the whole family in on the excitement with sessions that invite everyone to the kitchen. You'll even find kids and teen courses that help your younger chefs develop their sense of culinary confidence. And when it's time to celebrate don't forget to book clicking classes for birthdays, reunions, anniversaries and any special occasion where food and fun are key ingredients.
What should I expect during a typical class?
All cooking courses include everything required to create a magnificent menu from start to finish, including tools, ingredients and top-notch instruction from the city's most talented chefs. The atmosphere is light and stress-free and the company includes other curious cooks from around town who share your enthusiasm for creating fantastic food. With patient guidance that's easy to understand and the opportunity to ask questions as you learn, you'll have a session that feels like it's been personalized for you.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Techniques used around the world are featured in cooking experiences that bring culinary specialties from Paris, Italy, the Mediterranean and India into focus. Practice your talent for pastries, become a sushi master of your home kitchen or discover the joy of baking breads from cultures far and wide. Thanks to courses that celebrate regional flavor you can even tap into sessions that explore modern classics from the California Dining scene. Each session includes lessons that focus on best practices for your kitchen tools and other specific skills you can apply to a variety of gourmet scenarios.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The best cooking classes in the Valley let you engage with some of the finest chefs in the area while working side-by-side with other curious creatives looking to sharpen their kitchen skills. Every step leads you further in your culinary journey by building your confidence and enhancing your instincts. When you invite your friends, family and colleagues into the kitchen with you, you have a delicious opportunity to create memorable experiences centered around incredible food. From building community to enhancing your home dining life, every aspect offers benefits worth savoring.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Lessons in international cuisine from Britain, China, India and beyond are popular options for the global gourmet, while menus featuring New American dishes and classic Southern favorites bring the best domestic creations into your dining life. You can explore the secrets behind your favorite restaurant fare in sessions exploring steakhouse stylings, bistro methods and trattoria traditions. You'll even find top cooking classes inspired by top restaurant fare like dishes served at Firefly and The Enchanted Manor. Expand your baking and decorating abilities, prepare charcuterie and sushi, prepare your own handmade pasta and more.
Where do the classes take place?
From the busy streets of Burbank to the lush lawns of Glendale, cooking classes near you take place in every region of the Valley. No matter which part of the city you're in, you'll find courses that take place either in your home, your instructor's home or a third-party venue chosen especially for the session. You can even find classes in which the chef travels to your workspace or offsite venue. For these sessions, all supplies and ingredients required for the class will be delivered by the chef to the chosen locale.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Fernando Valley
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.