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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Filled Pasta-Making Session
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft pumpkin agnolotti and cheese ravioli from scratch with fresh pasta dough. Roll up your sleeves and dive into pasta-making with this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll craft fresh pasta dough for two filled pasta dishes. Shape pumpkin agnolotti in a brown butter sage sauce and stuff...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Italian Farmhouse Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare late summer farmhouse cooking with Italian flair, including pork chops, risotto and apple crostata. Take a late summer journey through the Italian countryside in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn to pan-roast pork chops with a tangy salsa verde bursting with fresh herbs....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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South American Flavors Made Simple
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary journey through South America with four authentic dishes. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the diverse flavors of Latin American cuisine with four authentic recipes you’ll recreate at home. Led by a master chef, you’ll learn to grill Peruvian spice-rubbed chicken. Prepare a hearty side dish...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Classic German Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor comfort food with your sweetheart in this cozy German-inspired cooking experience for couples. Dig into a rustic, soul-warming date night in this hands-on cooking class featuring classic German comfort food. Guided by an experienced chef, couples will create iconic dishes, including crispy schnitzel and homemade...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Pappardelle & Bolognese to Polenta Cake
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare authentic Italian dishes, from handmade pappardelle and hearty bolognese sauce to fruity polenta cake. Explore the authentic, traditional and satisfying flavors of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. With guidance from an expert chef, you’ll roll out fresh pasta dough to make wide ribbons of...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Croissant Crafting: Sweet and Savory
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft croissants layer by layer. Discover the buttery layers of this iconic French pastry in this immersive cooking class. You'll join a top-rated pastry chef in creating both sweet and savory croissants, learning the techniques behind this French classic. Your chef will guide you through rolling, shaping and proofing...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Chocolate Dessert Basics for Home Cooks
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your dessert game with chocolate as your muse. In this decadent cooking class in Cleveland, Chef Steve or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you in making rich espresso-infused chocolate truffles, honeycomb dipped in smooth dark chocolate and a show-stopping chocolate soufflé. This hands-on cooking...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Romantic Eats - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make chefs favorite dishes during a date night cooking class. Make date night a culinary affair by joining a cooking class for two. A highly skilled chef will guide you through crafting a menu of favorites, including a Wellington made with juicy pork tenderloin, roasted seasonal vegetables paired with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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From Chocolate Truffles to Soufflés
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A fun, hands-on chocolate-making workshop where you craft three dreamy chocolate desserts from scratch. You’ll step into a chocolate lover’s fantasy in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a top-level pastry chef, you’ll master three decadent desserts: crisp honeycomb dipped in chocolate, melt-in-your-mouth...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Perfect Macarons Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft the perfect meringue and filling for your lovely macarons. This cooking class is all about crafting the delicate sweet treat known as macarons. A world-class pastry chef will guide you through creating the perfect meringue mixture for your batter, demonstrating how to perfect your piping technique...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Woodmere
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Late Summer Italian Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a rustic Italian-inspired menu with fresh herbs, warm spices and seasonal produce. Inspired by rustic Italian flavors, this hands-on cooking class celebrates fresh seasonal produce with four delicious dishes. Led by a gourmet chef, you’ll sear juicy pork chops topped with verdant salsa verde, creamy wild...
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Chef Matthew or Resident Chef
Westlake
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Taste of Italy: Handmade and Comforting
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master Italian comfort food with handmade pasta, kale salad and dark chocolate tiramisu. Create a satisfying, scratch-made Italian meal with rustic charm and seasonal ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a top-tier chef, you’ll explore traditional techniques for pasta making and tempering eggs as...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
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.