Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Best Cooking Classes in Los Angeles for your next culinary journey
There is an unbelievable choice of cooking classes in Los Angeles to suit diners of all tastes and preferences. Learn the basics of fresh Italian pasta in the Hollywood Area, discover recipes that will empower your mind in Downtown Los Angeles, master the perfect steakhouse sear in the Mid-City area or indulge in a Casablanca romance with your loved one in Simi Valley. Cooking lessons in Los Angeles are led by an experienced local chef who will send you home with a new arsenal of skills to impress your future dinner guests. Whether you’re in Pasadena, Santa Monica, Culver City, Thousand Oaks or West Los Angeles, there’s an experience in the City of Angels for you. Book a cooking class in Los Angeles today and see for yourself!
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Cupcake Joy - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Transform family time into a sweet baking adventure. In this cooking class, families will learn to create luscious chocolate cupcakes topped with peanut butter frosting. Discover the joy of making strawberries and cream-filled cupcakes, plus crafting charming fondant decorations perfect for spring. Make lasting...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Romance in Chianti – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your date and create Tuscan delights together in this Chianti inspired class. Ditch the dull Italian takeout and learn how to recreate the true romance of Chianti in this fun cooking class. For a unique cooking experience, you and your special person can together create a Tuscan dining masterpiece using the...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Timeless Hibachi Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a hibachi-style meal that feels interactive in this fun cooking class. Build confidence with hibachi-style cooking in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll make chicken teriyaki, shrimp and pork gyoza, a crisp ginger-dressed salad and ginger...
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Craft Pasta Three Ways
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook fresh pasta with three variations in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Prepare three distinct dishes, starting with lemon and arugula spaghettini with chile and pecorino, followed by orecchiette with spicy sausage,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
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Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Global Recipes Hands-On
$369
Cooking Class
$369
Give your kid five days of cooking, baking and fun in this guided cooking series. Build real kitchen skills over five days in this hands-on cooking series in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) designed for kids ages 7-11. Throughout the week, young chefs will chop, mix, knead and bake while learning core cooking and baking...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Bake Everyday Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make bread baking feel approachable. Learn the fundamentals of bread baking in this interactive cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Chef Anthony or a resident chef will guide you as you prepare whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes, flaky buttermilk biscuits and...
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Make Playful Family Treats - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Enjoy a relaxed cooking class centered on family-friendly fun. Turn classic comfort food into a hilarious surprise in this cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Led by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled cheese “white cake” bread with buttercream “cheese,” meatloaf cupcakes with...
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Traditional Pastry Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice hands-on baking focused on control and balance. Master classic French pastry techniques in this hands-on cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). With guidance from Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll make mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, a raspberry soufflé and a lemon tart....
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Sweet Italian Patisserie
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Step into the wonderful world of Italian dessert-making! Enamor yourself in the sweetness of Italian patisserie with this hands-on cooking class. An experienced chef will guide you in how to craft delectable treats just like it's done in Italy! Discover professional techniques that you can bring home and share with...
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Springtime Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create gorgeous, colorful macarons that look almost too pretty to eat. Treat yourself to something special and learn French baking techniques in a macaron cooking class. Learn from a world-class chef as they share the secrets to mastering the perfect flavor and texture of macarons. From preparing the batter and piping...
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Parisian Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn what it takes to be a pastry chef and make irresistible Parisian treats. Learn the fundamentals of French pastries in a Parisian pastries cooking class. Learn from a top chef as they share secrets behind creating iconic pastries worthy of a café in Paris. Immerse yourself in techniques to achieve a perfect...
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Romantic Elegant Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft an intimate dining experience with dishes meant for sharing. Experience a taste of romance in this cooking class, where you’ll prepare seared scallops with a rich tarragon butter sauce that ignites passion. Combine this with a crisp shaved fennel salad and saffron-infused risotto for a delightful pairing. End...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
How much do cooking classes in Los Angeles cost?
The cost of cooking classes depends on the chef, event, and group size. Starting prices are listed on each class page, but final pricing is determined by a tiered structure based on your group size, along with any applicable fees or optional add-ons included in your selected class. Generally, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
Experiencing a cooking class with your significant other, best friends, family or colleagues is a great way to have an amazing time you’ll never forget. Cooking classes are ideal for cooks of all abilities, from fundamental courses for beginners just getting started to intermediate and advanced for experienced cooks looking to enhance their talents. With kids, teens and family fun sessions, cooks of practically any age can get in on the fun and develop skills they can build on. From celebrating birthdays and anniversaries to enjoying romantic date nights and energizing team building moments among coworkers, there are cooking lessons that cover every occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
Expect to have an incredible time connecting with friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues. You'll find your culinary class to be a casual setting that inspires and encourages culinary creativity among you and your fellow students. Everything you need to create your chosen menu is provided, including all ingredients and tools required. Enjoy step-by-step instruction from a top shelf local cook with a talent for helping others reach their potential and discover the joy of food prep. You'll even have time to enjoy the dishes you've prepared with everyone in your class.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master fundamentals like knifing techniques and choosing the right tools for the kitchen task at hand, as well as more advanced techniques such as handmade pasta prep and expert-level sushi creation. Pick up time-honored methods from global cuisines and explore the principles of modern gastronomy. Every session helps sharpen your talents, whether you're acquiring skills for preparing Korean favorites like the menu at Baroo or honing your sensibilities for specialty seafood like Loreto offers.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Taking a cooking class provides a menu of invaluable benefits, from developing confidence in the kitchen to expanding your possibilities for delicious dining to forging bonds with fellow foodies. Explore the background of some of your favorite international dishes while working with a first-rate local chef servicing Echo Lake, Venice and beyond. With every class, you'll add new skills and knowledge to your repertoire. You’ll have an amazing time and walk away with great memories made alongside friends, family, or coworkers.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The top cooking classes in Los Angeles offer guests an array of options ranging from farm-to-table specialties to international classics. Courses in Latin, Mediterranean and Asian-Pacific let you bring some of the best global dishes to your table, while specialty sessions in desserts, bread making, sushi making, pasta making, and BBQ help you hone in on specific techniques. You'll also find the best cooking classes for creating full holiday meals, conjuring steakhouse menus and preparing your favorite sushi creations.
Where do the classes take place?
Los Angeles cooking classes take place in a variety of locales, including the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. Many choose to have the chef bring all of the ingredients and equipment necessary to conduct the class in your home kitchen or office space for an experience that personalizes the gourmet fun. From Italian culinary classes in Westwood to Vietnamese cooking courses in Los Feliz, you'll find a venue image and driving map on every listing to get you headed in the right direction.
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Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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