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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Hearty Tamales for Beginners
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on and cook delicious tamales this holiday season. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday-inspired cooking class celebrating the tradition of tamales. You’ll prepare fresh masa and fill it with classic flavors such as shredded pork with green...
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Multi-Course Tuscan Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Taste the heart of Tuscany in four flavorful courses. This Tuscan-inspired cooking class begins with a mouthwatering roasted tomato and olive crostini that sets the tone for the evening. Next, you’ll roll up your sleeves to prepare a succulent strip steak paired beautifully with a chianti pan sauce. After that,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Elegant Korean BBQ Experience
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn your table into a grill with authentic Korean BBQ favorites. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a Korean BBQ cooking class full of flavors and hands-on fun. You’ll craft a vibrant menu featuring grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, savory cast iron...
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Woodland Hills
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Holiday
Shape Your Own Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a taste of Italy home with classic pasta made from scratch. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday-inspired pasta cooking class. Begin by learning how to craft classic pasta dough, then transform it into hearty pappardelle with Tuscan sausage and...
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Holiday
Authentic Bûche de Noël
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover professional techniques for this iconic seasonal dessert. Make your holiday dessert table a festive and delicious display with a traditional holiday dessert: The Bûche de Noël. Whip up a fluffy batter for your sponge cake base, then form a roulade by spreading Italian mocha buttercream and rolling. Top with...
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Woodland Hills
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A Culinary Voyage to France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Sprinkle some French magic into the kitchen. This cooking class brings you a French spread you will find yourself recreating over and over again. You’ll start by whipping up a classic French onion soup, rich with flavor and topped with gooey cheese. Then, pan-roast chicken with a luscious cognac sauce that elevates...
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Woodland Hills
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Italian Lobster Ravioli for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your culinary skills in this Italian seafood-inspired cooking class. In this date night cooking class, you will learn how to transform unique and high-quality ingredients like lobster, caramelized shallots, fennel, balsamic-fig jam and Burrata into a menu of delicious dishes. Learn how to prepare fresh pasta...
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Christmas
Make Festive Macarons From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll up your sleeves and bake beautiful macarons this holiday season. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday macaron cooking class that brings French pastry flair to your Christmas celebrations. You’ll prepare candy cane swirl macarons with a peppermint...
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Holiday
Cook Classic Holiday Ravioli From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up delicate holiday ravioli in this class. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday ravioli-making class filled with gourmet Italian flavors. You’ll master fresh pasta dough, then prepare butternut squash ravioli with brown butter sage sauce and...
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Holiday
Romantic Steakhouse Feast for Beginners - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a romance-inspired Italian feast. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a date-night cooking class that channels the flavors of an Italian steakhouse. Craft a four-course menu beginning with grilled steaks in a caramelized shallot sauce, paired...
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Hearty American Feast for Beginners - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Create joyful classics that bring everyone together in the kitchen. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a family-friendly cooking class featuring classic American comfort foods. Learn to make crispy herb-crusted chicken tenders, creamy mac and cheese with extra...
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Holiday
Unforgettable Beef Wellington Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Add gourmet flair to your holiday table with a Beef Wellington. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday-inspired gourmet cooking class. You’ll master the iconic Beef Wellington, then elevate your sides with charred broccoli enhanced by Manchego, hazelnuts...
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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
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
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