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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Signature Hibachi Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience a hibachi-style night with Japanese inspiration in this fun cooking class. Cook a balanced hibachi-style menu in this interactive cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll pan-cook teriyaki chicken, fold and cook gyoza, mix a bright ginger-orange...
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Flaky Croissant Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore croissant baking with sweet and spicy variety in this hands-on session. Build confidence with pastry lamination in this interactive cooking class in Westlake (Cleveland). With guidance from Chef Matthew or a resident chef, you’ll make croissant dough from scratch and turn it into sweet and savory pastries,...
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Westlake
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Traditional Bread Baking Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice hands-on bread making with clear, guided instruction. Bake your way through classic breads in this hands-on cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll make whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes and flaky buttermilk biscuits,...
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Woodmere
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Artisan Italian Foods - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a homemade touch to this rustic Italian menu while you bond with your lover. Make date night interactive with this rustic cooking class all about Italian food. Slowly simmer and stir a pot of creamy risotto, then utilize the Tuscan method for grilling chicken utilizing a brick. Cleanse your palate with a...
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Westlake
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Festive Thai Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience date night as a shared Thai cooking journey. Turn date night into a mini getaway with this hands-on cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll make perfect pad Thai, minced chicken lettuce cups, Panang coconut curry with shrimp and jasmine rice and...
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Woodmere
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Make Classic St. Patrick’s Day Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake holiday-themed macarons for St. Patrick’s Day in this hands-on experience. Celebrate a festive baking theme in this hands-on cooking class in Westlake (Cleveland). Learn how to make Irish coffee macarons and shamrock macarons from start to finish. Chef Matthew or a resident chef will guide you through mixing,...
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Make a Wholesome Easter Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a festive spring meal while learning how to layer flavors. Bring fresh spring flavors to your table in this cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll make roasted herb pork tenderloin with spring fruit chutney, potato leek gratin, shaved asparagus salad with mint and...
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Build a Colorful Bento Box - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create a Japanese-inspired meal built for sharing in this fun cooking class. Have fun assembling a Japanese-inspired bento in this fun cooking class in Westlake (Cleveland). Guided by Chef Matthew or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken yakitori, sticky rice shapes, edamame and sweet fruit and cream sandos....
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Comforting Spring Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice simple cooking methods that highlight fresh flavors. Plan an easy, feel-good dinner with this interactive cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). Chef Michael or a resident chef will guide you through grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing, pretzel rolls with...
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Artisan Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn to make fresh cupcakes while having a blast with the whole family. Treat the family to an unforgettable experience with a hands-on cooking class featuring cupcakes. Learn to bake gourmet desserts under the instruction of a five-star chef in an engaging environment. Prepare decadent chocolate cupcakes with peanut...
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Westlake
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Classic French Pastry Foundations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to work confidently with eggs, sugar and heat. Build confidence with custards, curds and meringues in this cooking class in Woodmere (Cleveland). Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll prepare mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, raspberry soufflé and lemon tart. You’ll develop...
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Woodmere
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Italian Dinner for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn up the dial on romance with this Italian-infused date night experience and meal. Create a memorable date night experience when you take this chef-led cooking class for a journey to Chianti. You and your date will work together to master a number of useful, culinary skills as you create sweet and savory bites with...
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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.