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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Pastry Secrets From France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft iconic French pastries with traditional techniques! Enjoy French pastry-making with this fun, hands-on cooking class. Discover the secrets and techniques for making showstopping and authentic pastries. With expert guidance, you’ll create delicate fleur de sel caramels, crispy lemon-sugared palmiers and rich...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Flavorful Dumpling Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare dumplings with confidence across multiple cooking styles. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping...
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Sushi & Rice - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore sushi, rice and flavorful delights! Make date night interesting with a fun cooking class and learn to make scrumptious sushi rolls together! With the help of a five-star chef, you’ll craft a shrimp tempura roll, a spicy tuna roll and a fresh avocado hand roll. You'll also curate a yuzu dipping sauce and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Classic Sicilian Table - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the magic of Sicilian flavors while cooking as a couple. Share a hands-on Italian experience in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll make a four-part menu featuring arancini, pasta alla Norma, an arugula and fennel salad with blood orange...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Cozy Brunch Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice flavorful brunch techniques that feel approachable in this hands-on cooking class. Enjoy a fun time in the kitchen in this fun cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Guided by Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cinnamon roll cake, brown sugar peppercorn bacon and cloud egg nests from...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
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French Bistro Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the art of French bistro cooking for a hands-on evening. Immerse yourself in the captivating flavors of a Parisian bistro with this spring cooking class. Alongside a top-rated chef, master the art of French cuisine, from grilled asparagus to a rich goat cheese soufflé. The evening crescendos with the...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Experience Chinese Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of one of the oldest cuisines in the world In this cooking class, a professional chef will teach you the true art of Chinese food creation. This popular cuisine no longer has to remain a mystery; during this experience, you'll learn how to master traditional dishes using fresh and vibrant ingredients,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Rustic Naples-Style Pizza Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a Neapolitan-focused Italian menu in this guided cooking experience. Explore the flavors of Naples in this interactive cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). With guidance from Chef Anthony or a resident chef, you’ll mix and bake classic Italian meatballs, stretch and top pizza dough and prepare a...
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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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Woodland Hills
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Spanish Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlock the secrets to scrumptious Spanish cuisine. When you take a Spanish cuisine cooking class, you'll become well-versed in preparing traditional dishes like stuffed dates wrapped in ham, aromatic paella, and a delightful dessert made with a touch of olive oil. A highly skilled chef will teach you how to bring out...
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Woodland Hills
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Make Gourmet Donuts From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make filled donuts in a session built for beginners and bakers alike. Learn how to make bakery-style donuts from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Prepare three filled donuts, including a chocolate hazelnut donut topped with chocolate hazelnut candy, a tiramisu donut with...
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Woodland Hills
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Make a Garden-Fresh Spring Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook spring-inspired seasonal dishes in this guided hands-on experience. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles). Learn how to prepare herb-marinated steak topped with blue cheese butter, an asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps and perfectly...
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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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in 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.