Cooking Classes in the Los Angeles Region
Best cooking classes in the Los Angeles Region for your next culinary journey.
The areas surrounding Los Angeles are home to some fine chefs who are offering up an array of flavorful cooking classes. What are you in the mood to cook? Whether it be Italian, Asian, Vegetarian or more, there is a class just for your needs and desires. Join highly esteemed chefs on a journey to a new culinary realm. You are bound to go home with valuable kitchen techniques and a very pleased palate.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Plant-Based Party Bites
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to craft some fun bite-sized foods to enjoy the poolside or outdoorsy gatherings with friends. Impress your party guests this summer with new cooking skills learned in a poolside plant-based bites cooking class led by a gourmet Chef Jackie. In this hands-on lesson, you'll discover essential cooking tips and...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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CHEF’S PLACE
A Taste of Sardinian Cuisine
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to prepare a Sardinian meal alongside your group in this culinary lesson. Explore the exciting world of Sardinian food and culture while strengthening bonds with your group during this exciting team building activity. With the expert guidance of Chef Francesca, a native Sardinian chef, you’ll discover the...
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Chef Francesca
Torrance (Northwest Torrance)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
An Italian Date Night
$159
Cooking Class
$159
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’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
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
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 TRAVELS TO YOU
Upscale Italian Flavors
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Take a gourmet approach to Italian dining with a selection of deliciously imaginative dishes. Step beyond the Italian dishes you know and love and try a tasty adventure in this hands-on cooking class from Chef Seyhan. You'll assemble a menu filled with thoughtful, elegant fare, where every dish is infused with...
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Chef Seyhan
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
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’S PLACE
LIKELY TO SELL OUT
Italian American Dinner - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Make lasting memories with Italian creations! Bring the family for some good old-fashioned Italian fun with this cooking class! In this workshop, a chef instructor will teach you and the kiddos how to craft beloved Italian-American classics. Families will enjoy making fresh pasta dough, prepping chicken Parmesan and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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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Chef Mo
West covina (Walnut Valley)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
French Asian Fusion
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Pierre in creating a unique symphony of two celebrated and symbolic cuisines. In this hands-on class, Chef Pierre will lead you in fusing French and Asian cuisines heightening ingredient-focused dishes, refined presentation and healthful emphasis. The refined flavors of French cuisine combined with diverse...
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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Los Angeles area
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CHEF’S PLACE
SMALL CLASS
Saucy Comfort Dishes
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the art of handcrafting versatile modern sauces to update and elevate classic comfort recipes. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Hannah hosts an exciting culinary experience where you will learn the skills to create dishes that are perfect for a romantic night in or to impress at your next pot luck. Prepare a...
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Chef Hannah
North Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Parisian Cooking Methods
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to cook as the French do in this interactive cooking class. Learn French cooking techniques with Chef Cregg, who will be your guide in creating a full Parisian feast. You'll master poaching and pan sauces and will have opportunities to refine your knife skills.
Begin by preparing a frisée salad with...
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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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.