Cooking Classes in West Los Angeles
Best Cooking Classes in West Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
From Santa Monica and Westwood to Sawtelle Boulevard, there’s no shortage of great restaurants in the City of Angels’ west, and the same is true about cooking classes in West Los Angeles. If you’re among those who are keen to sharpen your kitchen skills, you’re in luck. Culinary courses in West Los Angeles range from handcrafted pizza to South American essentials, with plenty in between, allowing you to try new cuisines and gain new skills to take home to your own kitchen. Each class is guided by a renowned local chef who’ll be happy to share their most closely-guarded kitchen hacks, putting you on the inside track to culinary success. Don’t believe us? Book a cooking class in West Los Angeles and find out for yourself!
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Team Building Activity
French Feast
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Discover the secrets of preparing classic French favorites alongside your team. Collaboration is key in this team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca where you'll work together to craft a feast inspired by the rich and rustic flavors of France.
Begin by topping toast with a mix of white beans, herbs and brown...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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Team Building Activity
Explore Vietnamese Flavors
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Treat your team to unique flavors with this Vietnamese-inspired spread. Build your teamwork skills as you craft Vietnamese-inspired recipes in this hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca. Work side-by-side as you learn how to expertly slice and dice ingredients, cook meat and more.
First, you'll...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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Team Building Activity
Sushi Battle Royale
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Form into teams and face off against each other to see whose sushi is best! In this technique-driven competition, your group will divide into small teams to challenge each other in a timed sushi battle. Chef Cregg will guide everyone through the traditional processes and techniques behind creating authentic...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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Available Today
Tacos Galore
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the true essence of street food with authentic taco recipes that inspire. Unleash your culinary creativity in this vibrant taco-making cooking class. Learn to prepare tacos al pastor with perfectly seasoned pork, chipotle-lime shrimp tacos bursting with zest and hearty tacos de rajas with fresh cheese....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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SMALL CLASS
Master the Basics of Chinese Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Impress your dinner guests with fundamental Chinese culinary techniques In this immersive cooking class, you'll learn how to create authentic Chinese cuisine from an expert chef. From special cutting techniques to pickling vegetables, this hands-on class will teach you everything you need to create a delicious Chinese...
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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Mediterranean Plant-Based Dishes
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Learn how to craft a 100% plant-based Mediterranean menu designed to elevate your party experience. During this engaging cooking class, Chef Jackie will guide you in creating a vegan Mediterranean menu. You’ll explore how you can create exquisite flavors by combining fresh vegetables with different spices.
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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Available Today
Bistro Dance of Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover timeless recipes that transport you to a cozy French bistro atmosphere. This cooking class simplifies the art of French bistro cooking, making it both approachable and fun. You’ll learn to pan-roast juicy tarragon chicken accompanied by a rich white wine sauce, while preparing asparagus with poached eggs...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Plant-Based Dinner Party
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring your next gathering to the next level with veggie-centric recipes. Perfect for vegetarians, this cooking class is designed for all levels of home chefs. You'll join an esteemed chef for culinary sessions dedicated to sourcing, prepping and preparing delicious and healthy vegetarian recipes.
Start by creating...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Mother's Day
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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Mother's Day
HIGH DEMAND
Spanish Tapas With a Twist
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Create a sensational Spanish tapas tasting menu that delivers one wave of flavor after another. In this hands-on class with Chef Iain, you will learn how to construct a beautiful Spanish-style tasting menu featuring five traditional tapas with a few fun added twists.
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Chef Iain
Los Angeles (Mid City)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mother's Day
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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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the West Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Rustic Italian Favorites
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Prepare a handful of traditional, rustic recipes straight from Italy and completely from scratch. This hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca will take you on a tour of time-honored flavors from the Italian countryside. Build teamwork skills and learn culinary techniques as you work together to cook a...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in West Los Angeles
How much do cooking classes in West Los Angeles cost?
Costs vary among culinary classes, determined by the instructor, the menu and the size of your group. Take a look at the listings on this page to get an idea of the base price and see if any fees apply to the course you have in mind. To determine final cost, a tiering structure will be applied using headcount for per-person prices somewhere between $59 and $100 or more.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are the ideal option for novice cooks just starting on their journey, kitchen experts expanding their culinary map and every gourmet adventurer in between. Cooking lessons for kids, teens and families help the whole crew explore the fundamentals of food prep. If you're looking for a different way to bring your besties together you'll find sessions that bring the excitement up to a full boil. And for the romantic gourmet, date night sessions and couples courses set the atmosphere for something delicious to unfold. No matter what's on the calendar, from bridal showers to birthdays, every session sets the mood for sweet celebration.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Expect to have a great time discovering the joy of cuisine in cooking courses filled with a community of curious chefs making their own delicious discoveries. Work with an expert local instructor who you can pepper with questions while you learn. The atmosphere is light-hearted and the spirit is encouraging no matter where you may be in your culinary voyage. Every ingredient and tool required to complete your menu will be provided. You'll Work side by side with fellow foodies to create incredible food while developing essential skills you can use on repeat. Depending on the course, you may either sample your finished fare once instruction is finished or take it home to share with your friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Depending on the session you choose, you can master expert-level baking techniques, gourmet Italian kitchen methods, best practices for backyard grilling and more. Refine your ability with buttercream in a specialized cake decorating class or learn how to add flow decor to boutique-style cookies. With cooking experiences specializing in regions and cultural cuisine, you can plan a culinary excursion Through the classic methods of Morocco or bring the very best of contemporary SoCal flavor to your table. And in every class, smaller lessons in subjects like knife work and using specialty appliances provide insight you can apply in your own kitchen.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
With the best cooking classes on your calendar, you'll benefit from the expertise of legends of the local dining scene while gaining confidence and expanding your kitchen skills. You'll spend enriching time with friends and family by collaborating on incredible fare and meet new foodies from around the city who love cooking as much as you do. Learn to create incredible dishes from cuisines all around the world as well as fare from your hometown. Every aspect of these sessions offers a chance to build your abilities, discover fabulous new flavors and engage with a food-centric community that doesn't exist anywhere else.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Whether you're a devout domestic diner or you adore international eating, you can choose top cooking classes that cover everything from coastal California classics to delicious Delhi delicacies. Prepare a proper British spread, pick up tips for making a dim sum dinner or zero in on the flavors of Southwest. There are courses that enlighten you to restaurant-style specialties like you'd enjoy at Flipper's or Great White. And if it's specialty techniques you're interested in, you'll find sessions that show you cake decorating, sushi making, pasta prep and baking traditions from all around the globe.
Where do the classes take place?
From grilling lessons in Westwood to sushi sessions in Santa Monica to Mediterranean menus in Marina del Rey, every neighborhood in West Los Angeles features cooking classes near you to enjoy. You'll find classes that take place either in your house, your chef's house or a third-party location specializing in culinary instruction. Certain sessions like team building classes bring the chef to your workspace or a destination chosen for the occasion. In these courses, your instructor will bring all supplies, ingredients and tools needed for your group to create the menu you've chosen.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in West 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.