Cooking Classes in Cleveland
Best Cooking Classes in Cleveland for your next culinary journey
From the shores of Lake Erie to the kitchens of its vibrant neighborhoods, cooking classes in Cleveland invite you to explore the city’s rich culinary traditions and modern flair. Learn to craft Mediterranean dishes like savory moussaka or French classics such as buttery croissants and coq au vin. For those seeking variety, try your hand at Italian pasta-making, explore baking techniques or dive into Asian flavors with sushi or stir-fry. Just a short drive from Lakewood, Parma or Shaker Heights, these hands-on cooking sessions offer a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills and savor bold, new flavors. Guided by Cleveland’s most talented chefs, these lessons are perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks. Reserve your culinary course today and bring a taste of Cleveland’s creativity to your kitchen!
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Koreatown Kitchen Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Inject some Korean flair into your home cooking with this exciting culinary session. When you take this cooking class, a dedicated chef will teach you to prepare some of Koreatown kitchen's most delicious signature recipes. Using tools including Joyce Chen original shears, you'll level up your home cooking as you...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Koreatown Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Infuse your cooking with flavors from Koreatown kitchen in this dedicated culinary session. In this cooking class, you'll have the opportunity to get hands-on with specialized shears courtesy of Joyce Chen, using them as you rustle up some of Koreatown kitchen's most flavor-forward recipes. Think Koreatown fried...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Tastes of Asia - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embark with your favorite foodie on a tasting tour of Southeast Asia's culinary landscape. If you and your partner share a love for the flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine, why not learn to make them for yourselves in this romantic couples' cooking class? Together, you'll learn from a renowned chef how to prepare...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Flavors of Asia - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the bold, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with the special foodie in your life. This cooking class gives you and your favorite foodie the chance to learn your favorite Southeast Asian recipes so that you can recreate them in your own kitchen. No need to fly long-haul, simply turn up and learn under the...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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The Chocolate Factory
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Chocolate lovers will rejoice in this cooking class dedicated to baking with chocolate. Learn how to make your own decadent desserts in this cooking class dedicated to chocolate. Start with simple recipes like brownies, move on to mousse and take a spin at gelato. This class will teach you how to properly melt...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Master Chocolatiers
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the world of a chocolatier by crafting rich, chocolatey dessert. This indulgent cooking class will have you loving chocolate. A chef instructor will teach you multiple ways to use this sweet ingredient. You'll make moist brownies, smooth mousses and decadent gelato all from scratch. You'll also learn how to...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Fish and Chips: A Culinary Classic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the fundamentals of fish frying with this seafood-centric cooking experience. Master the ultimate recipe for fish and chips with this chef-led cooking class. You'll first rustle up some beer batter, before using it to coat your fish and fry it to crispy perfection. You'll also prepare some golden chips to go...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Catch of the Day
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take this hands-on class and master authentic fish and chips with all the trimmings. If you love perfectly crispy batter and a side of golden chips, this dedicated cooking class is sure to tempt your taste buds. As you sip on a homemade Arnold Palmer cocktail, you'll learn to make and coat your fish with the perfect...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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French Focus: Bastille Day Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Mark Bastille Day in gastronomic style with this dedicated, hands-on French-themed culinary session. Those hoping to spark a culinary revolution in their own kitchen need look no further than this exciting French-themed cooking class. In honor of Bastille Day, a renowned chef will teach you to rustle up delectable...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Vive la Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate French flavors with classic dishes perfect for a festive Bastille Day table. If you're planning a feast in honor of Bastille Day, this dedicated holiday cooking class has is sure to set you up for success. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll learn to create dishes like bacon, thyme and gruyère...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Kids Cooking Series
Baking 101: Kids Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Each day kids create easy-to-follow baking recipes in this fun summer camp. Each day in this five-day cooking class series brings new hands-on recipes for kids ages 7–11, from savory snack bites to bakery-worthy cakes. Students will learn important techniques like kneading dough, whipping frosting and decorating...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Teens Cooking Series
Five Days of Baking: Teen Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens are sure to love mastering their bakeshop favorites in this dedicated five-day class. This summer, give the aspiring bakers in your family the chance to sharpen their skills in this fun and immersive five-day cooking class. Guided by a seasoned chef, they’ll get hands-on with complex recipes, learning advanced...
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Woodmere
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Cleveland
01/10/2025
Chef Nadia and her team are quite an asset to your business!! If there was something Nadia wasn't sure about, she took the time to read the recipe to find the right way to do it. And her team was always ready with utensils and clean dishes to use and to clear the dishes used dishes out of the way... like a fine tuned engine.
The food was Delicious!! Two thumbs up!
02/15/2025
Chef Nadia was amazing and made the entire experience awesome!! All the desserts turned out delicious.
01/04/2025
Dana was amazing! She let us be very hands on and we learned a lot! The meal was delicious and gave us an upcoming shopping list! It was so thoughtful to have someone give us that 1:1 attention! We’ll definitely be back again!
01/04/2025
Great experience!
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Cleveland
How much do cooking classes in Cleveland cost?
The cost for each cooking class varies slightly, depending on the chef, the session chosen add the size of your group. Starting prices and fees are shown beside the listings for each class found on this page. With a tiering structure applied based on head count and class specifics, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to $100 per person and up.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These cooking classes are ideal for anyone entertaining the idea of creating food in a fun setting with friends and family. No matter what your abilities may be, everyone from beginners to advanced cooks can find their place in the kitchen while creating memorable moments. Easy step-by-step instruction and a stress-free environment take the pressure off while dialing up the excitement. Cooking lessons for kids and teens help younger cooks get in on the action while couples cooking classes and date night culinary sessions pepper in a little romance on the calendar. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, commemorating an anniversary or getting together with friends and colleagues, these cooking courses provide the perfect setting.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Thanks to a wealth of the best cooking classes in Cleveland at your disposal, you can tap into the talents of one of the city's legendary culinary instructors. With everything you need to cook up a delicious meal provided, including ingredients and tools, you'll be ready to follow every guided step of your lesson. You'll have the company of other foodies expanding their creativity in a stress-free environment where everyone succeeds. Create connections with like-minded cooks as you conjure delicious dishes. Some sessions provide time for you to enjoy your finished meal in class, while others offer a make-and-take experience that lets you take your completed dishes home to enjoy instead.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master a wide range of techniques, everything from searing steak to decorating cake, from baking homemade breads to perfecting sauces and spreads. Practice essentials like precision knifework and more effective use of your appliances in smaller lessons included in every course. Whether you're finessing your seasonings until they're perfectly balanced or fussing with your artisanal charctuerie creations until it's too pretty to eat, you'll get hands-on experience while developing skills that will serve you in the kitchen, no matter what you're cooking up. And with international cooking experiences, you can explore methods like pasta making, sushi prep and the art of the French pastry.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The benefits of taking the culinary classes in Cleveland may start with learning the art of cuisine from some of the city's most talented chefs. But they reach beyond the kitchen by offering the opportunity to create magic with your best friends, family and coworkers while crafting amazing food together. Everything from gaining a better understanding of tastes and textures to exploring cultural cuisines you've always wanted to try present the rich possibilities provided by each session. You can also make new connections with fellow food aficionados from around town, thanks to courses in Tremont, St. Clair, and Superior.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose top cooking classes covering beloved cuisines like Italian, Mediterranean or French for a restaurant-style experience or go for something slightly more familiar like New American and barbeque. Try specialty lessons that let you focus on a specific option like cake decorating, cookie making, sushi creation and pasta prep. And if you're craving something global, you can always check into Japanese, Thai or Spanish fare to make your home table a more international affair.
Where do the classes take place?
Cleveland cooking classes near you generally take place either in your home, your instructor's home or a third-party venue that allows cooking. By consulting the map image on the course listing, you can find out if your pastry class is happening in Superior or your trattoria menu will be made in Little Italy. For some sessions, the instructor will travel to a workplace or separate venue. In these instances, all materials, supplies and ingredients required for the course will be provided onsite by the instructor.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Cleveland
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.