There’s no doubt that Los Angeles is home to a large portion of the entertainment industry. The city of la-la land is ever so vibrant with film, music, and art thriving at almost every nook and cranny. However, more than entertainment, Los Angeles is also a hotspot for foodies with its diverse culinary offerings. From five-star restaurants to food trucks, you’ve got it all! Some even call it the “land of endless culinary possibilities”, and it’s no surprise why with the number of food choices around. The diversity of Los Angeles makes a great contribution to its culinary scene as well. If you’re looking for a culinary experience that is true to the entertaining nature of the City of Angels, why not try out a unique cooking class? Check out this list we’ve compiled of the best cooking classes in Los Angeles, California.
1. Recreate your favorite films through food (from USD 65.0)
It’s not a trip to Los Angeles without film and pop culture involved, right? With this experience, you will be treated to a unique cinematic and culinary experience rolled into one. What makes it fun is you get to be the one to choose which movie or TV show you would like to take inspiration from. You can choose from blockbuster franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter to classic Hollywood films like Casa Blanca or any other reference you wish. Of course, you will end your delightful meal by watching the film or show of your choice!
COOKING CLASS BASED ON CHOOSEN FILM/TV
Duration: 4.5 hours
2. Get imaginative with a private cooking party (from USD 102.0)
If you’re hosting a party and you’re unsure of what theme or activities you’ll be having, you might want to consider this experience. This private cooking class is a great and fresh new idea for your guests to surely enjoy. As the main guest, you will have the freedom to choose what cuisine you would like for your party. Then simply leave it up to the folks at Radical Cooks who will be giving the class. Their group is determined to promote a healthy and balanced diet with every meal they prepare and serve.
Cook Eat Play
Duration: 2 hours
3. Learn the art of baking bread (from USD 101.0)
Bread is probably one of the most basic human requirement, yet is also one of the trickiest to make. This cooking class will teach you exactly how to do it right. The three-hour class will teach you the basics of kneading your own bread up to the moment it reaches the oven. There will also be a light informal lunch served as you wait for your bread to be ready. It takes time for the dough to rise. After the class, you can proudly go home with your very first loaf of bread that you made all by yourself!
Beginner Bread Baking with an LA Foodie
Duration: 3 hours
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4. Get to know the locals over a Middle Eastern dinner (from USD 288.0)
There isn’t a more authentic travel experience than meeting the locals and getting to know their story. It gives a personal touch to make your trip an even more memorable one. This particular experience offers a private dinner at the home of a lovely Lebanese native and she will be preparing you an authentic, four-course Middle Eastern dinner based on beloved family recipes. By the end of the hands-on cooking class, together with the host, you will be sharing the meal and stories with one another.
Private Middle Eastern Cooking Class in Los Angeles
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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5. Learn how to cook authentic Italian favorites (from USD 125.0)
This cooking class focuses on Italian cuisine and the dishes to be prepared are some of the most popular favorites around. The class also touches on Sardinian cuisine, which belongs to the Sardinia region off the coast of Sicily. You will be preparing a four-course meal that includes an appetizer, a pasta dish, a second course, and a dessert, all of which will be made from scratch. Feel free to bring your own wine as well. The class strictly requires a minimum of two guests and if you’re a group of four or more, you can also offer a suitable venue.
Italian/Sardinian cooking class
Duration: 3 hours
6. Acquire a skill in pasta making (from USD 250.0)
You can never go wrong with homemade pasta. With this cooking class, you will be taught by a professional and dedicated Italian chef how to make your own pasta from scratch. She will be teaching you the tips and techniques to come up with the perfect pasta, from rolling, drying, to finally cooking it. You will also be learning how to make delicious sauces best paired with your pasta. This class strictly requires a minimum of two guests and if you’re a group of four or more, you can offer a suitable venue.
Hands-on Pasta Class in Inglewood, group discounts apply
Duration: 3 hours
7. Enjoy a private dinner with a local resident (from USD 66.0)
The people of California are known to be some of the friendliest people around and this can be seen through their hospitality over food. With this experience, you’ll be able to get to know one of the local residents of Los Angeles over a private dinner prepared by the host. Part of the experience includes a three-course meal of Californian favorites plus a yummy dessert all based on your food preferences. The best part is you simply just sit back, relax, and watch the magic happen in the kitchen.
Thai Cooking Class in Fullerton near Disneyland California
Duration: 3 hours
Check out the vibrant food scene at Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the most popular cities on the planet, there’s no doubt about that. This is mainly because of the entertainment industry that flourishes in the city but it’s also important to not overlook the culinary scene as well, whether it’s an award-winning restaurant or a unique cooking class.
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