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.
Covid-19 Safety Precautions
Safety During Covid-19: Look for the following indicators of what precautions your chef will take for your experience. You can book most in-person experiences as private events for an additional fee. Alternatively, check out the fully interactive Online Experiences on Cozymeal!
- Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
- Social Distancing Friendly
- Chef Requires Proof of Vaccine
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CHEF’S PLACE
HIGH DEMAND
An Italian Date Night
$139
Cooking Class
$139
HIGH DEMAND
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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Traditional Thai Feast
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with Chef Mateus. This Thai-inspired menu explores the dynamic flavors and diverse techniques of the cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Mateus, you'll delve into ingredients commonly found in Thai dishes, like fish sauce, cashews and coconut, that give this...
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Chef Mateus
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
The Five Mother Sauces
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Once you master the five mother sauces, you unlock the entire world of culinary sauces. During this unique cooking class, you'll learn all about the five mother sauces, from which most other sauces are created. You'll explore each of the sauces by preparing five potential dishes, whipping up a smoky Dijon-cheddar...
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Chef Greg
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Simply Mediterranean
$135
Cooking Class
$135
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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Classic Mediterranean Cooking
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Rick as he guides you through a mouthwatering Mediterranean menu. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll create a 4-course Mediterranean meal with help and expert advice from a top-rated chef.
You’ll begin your lesson by learning how to make baked feta with olives, tomatoes, and toasted pita...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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SMALL CLASS
Classic Mexican Street Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
SMALL CLASS
Come see how easy it is to recreate a Mexican feast in your own home! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Rebecca, you'll learn how to make a few Mexican street food dishes packed with exciting ingredients and authentic flavor.
You'll start by hand-frying your own crispy taco shells and then filling them with...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Vegan French Cooking
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Join Chef Cregg to learn classic French techniques with modern vegan flair. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Cregg will teach you foundational techniques from traditional French cuisine, including grilling, braising and baking, while incorporating fresh, plant-based ingredients.
You'll first prepare a wild...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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Moroccan Chicken Tagine and More!
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to cook a full Moroccan meal from start to finish from scratch. Chef Yasmina invites you to her vibrant, welcoming home for this hands-on Moroccan cooking class. The saffron hues and open architecture enhance the incredible cooking journey you are about to embark on.
Smell the aromas of stewing meats and...
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Chef Yasmina
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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Gourmet Chilled Bites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the secrets to preparing chilled recipes, including appetizers, palate cleansers, salads and desserts. During this cooking class, Chef Greg will guide you through a culinary exploration of food best served chilled and show you that you don't need heat to bring the flavor.
You'll prepare citrus-packed...
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Chef Greg
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Latin Cuisine Made Easy
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create a show-stopping Latin-inspired meal with help from a professional. Join Chef Rick in this interactive cooking class where you’ll create a four-course Latin-inspired meal from beginning to end with instruction and advice from a world-class professional.
You’ll start by learning how to make tortilla...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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SMALL CLASS
Elegant French Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
SMALL CLASS
From gooey Camembert to ratatouille to poached pears, this French meal is a treat. Learn how to prepare a fine French meal with Chef Rebecca in this interactive cooking class. You'll make classic French dishes and learn a few key French cooking techniques as you prepare the meal together.
First, bake Camembert...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in Downtown 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.