Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Los Angeles
All chefs have to start somewhere. If you are looking to develop skills in the kitchen, some beginner cooking classes in Downtown Los Angeles are perfect for you. With the guidance of skilled chefs, you'll be taught the techniques needed for any cuisine you're looking to prepare. Discover how to pair ingredients to make a standout dish. The kitchen is calling and you could be the next big chef in LA! Book now.
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Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring authentic Vietnamese flavors to your kitchen. If Vietnamese cuisine is your favorite comfort food, treat yourself to this hands-on cooking class, where a world-class chef will guide you as you unpack the complex flavor profiles of three iconic Vietnamese dishes. Each one bursting with bold flavors and fresh...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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Culinary French Flair
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the artistic fun of French cuisine. Learn how to prepare a traditional French menu in this fun and interactive cooking class. Join a gourmet chef to discover tips and techniques you can recreate at home. Designed for all levels of home chefs, you'll learn how to prepare roasted cauliflower and creamy gruyère...
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Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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Ravioli Revelry
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to craft artisan raviolis and authentic Italian sauces by hand with Chef Luana. In this hands-on class, Chef Luana will teach you the art of ravioli making, an artisanal skill that is lost to most modern home cooks. Crafting ravioli from scratch is an impressive feat and Chef Luana teaches you everything you...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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Pasta Night Elevated
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Upgrade the classic pasta dinner with gourmet techniques from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class blends timeless Italian charm with fine dining finesse to create a showstopping menu. An esteemed instructor demonstrates traditional methods for preparing fresh pasta dough that you will cut into homemade...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Intro to Italian Pasta Making
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn to craft restaurant-quality menu of Caesar salad, pasta, garlic bread and panna cotta at home. Enjoy a fun Italian cooking class with a top-rated Chef Cregg. Participants will learn important skills and techniques for preparing authentic Italian dishes, from homemade dressing to pasta from scratch.
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Vegetarian Brunch Bonanza
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn to make meat-free breakfast favorites in this fun class. Discover the fresh flavors of seasonal vegetables in this hands-on cooking class. Master the art of vegetarian cooking while learning new techniques from a top-notch chef in an interactive environment.
Start your brunch with pear and gorgonzola...
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Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Simply Mediterranean
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Combine seasonal ingredients with basic techniques for an authentic Mediterranean cooking experience. With Chef David as your gastronomy guide, you will gain culinary confidence and find your new favorite dish with regional recipes like fattoush and gyros.
First, chop and mix crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes and...
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Chef David S.
Serving the Downtown Los Angeles area
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HIGH DEMAND
Voyage of Asian Flavors
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Embark on a journey of discovery covering a trio of beloved global cuisines. Discover the essence of authentic Vietnamese, Korean and Thai dining with an in-person cooking class that brings adventurous cooking to your home kitchen. Chef Carole is your guide for a tour of these incredible cultures, each offering a...
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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An Italian Date Night
$159
Cooking Class
$159
Learn how to prepare beautiful, decadent recipes worthy of the most romantic rendezvous. In this interactive Italian cooking class, Chef Mert shows you how to prepare a love-inspired meal featuring fare from Italy from start to finish using only the most fresh ingredients.
Begin with three varieties of herbed...
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Chef Mert
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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Plant-Based Party Bites
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to craft some fun bite-sized foods to enjoy the poolside or outdoorsy gatherings with friends. Impress your party guests this summer with new cooking skills learned in a poolside plant-based bites cooking class led by a gourmet Chef Jackie. In this hands-on lesson, you'll discover essential cooking tips and...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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Iconic Italian Pizzeria Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn pizza perfection from scratch to the first slice! Join Chef Stacy for an exciting cooking class where you’ll craft a vibrant pizza-themed feast with starters, a variety of tasty pizzas and dessert. This hands-on lesson is perfect for food lovers looking to level up their pizza game while enjoying a fun and...
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Chef Stacy H.
Los Angeles
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Italian Home Cooking
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn to rustle up a homestyle Italian feast in this hands-on cooking class Bring a taste of Italy to your family table by signing up to this hands-on cooking class. Do so, and you'll benefit from the guidance of Chef Rick who will gladly share their most closely-guarded Italian cooking secrets. On the menu? An...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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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.