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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
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.
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Chef Jasmin
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Thanksgiving
SMALL CLASS
Romance in Casablanca
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Craft a three-course Moroccan meal with your sweetie. If you’d like to spice it up with your significant other, consider taking a one-on-one cooking class where you learn how to make an exotic Moroccan feast. Hailing from Casablanca, Chef Yasmina will expertly guide you in the techniques used to craft this romantic...
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Chef Yasmina
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
New Year
HIGH DEMAND
Succulent Handmade Gnocchi
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to make light yet decadent gnocchi — completely from scratch. Chef Luana draws upon her childhood culinary experiences to provide you with an informative and entertaining gnocchi-making cooking class, including memories with her grandmother, who used to say "oggi gnocchi," meaning, today we make the...
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Christmas
Spanish Dishes for Home Cooks
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create Spanish classics from gazpacho to churros in this hands-on experience. Explore the exciting flavors of Spain in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ashley. Perfect for food lovers, this session focuses on creating iconic Spanish dishes with fresh ingredients and bold spices.
Begin with a choice of patatas...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Homemade Harvest Ravioli
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Showcase autumnal flavors in delicious filled pasta recipes. This cozy cooking class invites you to practice time-honored methods for crafting ravioli from scratch. Featuring seasonal ingredients such as pumpkin, sage and pancetta, each bite is full of comforting fall flavors. Follow along with the chef as you learn...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Holiday
A Culinary Journey to Southern France
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Explore the ingredients and flavors that make cuisine in the south of France so stunning. Chef Cregg knows that being a good cook is about more than following recipes; it's really all about technique. In this interactive cooking class, you'll handcraft four traditional French recipes completely from scratch.
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
HIGH DEMAND
Restaurant-Quality Pasta
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the tantalizing world of pasta from scratch. If you have pasta on the brain, this in-depth pasta making cooking class is just what you need! In this immersive chef-led session, you'll uncover the secrets behind crafting two timeless pasta dishes, along with the sauces that bring them to life.
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
New Year
Spanish Tapas With a Twist
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Create a sensational Spanish tapas tasting menu that delivers one wave of flavor after another. In this hands-on class with Chef Iain, you will learn how to construct a beautiful Spanish-style tasting menu featuring five traditional tapas with a few fun added twists.
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Chef Iain
Los Angeles (Mid City)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Classic Italian Seafood Feast
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Get ready to dive into an exciting culinary experience featuring fresh seafood and handmade pasta. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Pierre, you will learn how to prepare a classic four-course Italian seafood feast using the freshest seasonal ingredients and traditional Italian cooking techniques.
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Verified Chef
Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Italian Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to prepare your favorite Italian recipes. Bring your culinary skills to the next level in this cooking class. Led by Chef Mo, you'll learn how to make a variety of delicious Italian recipes you can recreate at home. Start with a refreshing tomato caprese prepared with fresh mozzarella. Your main entrée is...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
European Cooking Secrets
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Master culinary classics from France and Italy in this immersive, hands-on cooking class Bring some of France and Italy's finest flavors to your home table with this cooking class. That's right, guided by Chef Rick, you'll learn world renowned recipes from two of the planet's most revered culinary countries. With...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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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.