Top Los Angeles Food & Drink Classes

Tasting some of the best food in Los Angeles isn't just about experiencing the local cuisine, but learning about the dynamic food culture that's emerging in Downtown LA. On this foodie-friendly walking tour, you taste creations at a few standout downtown eateries. Start walking from Pershing Square, enjoy your guide's live narration about LA and Hollywood history, and hear about the local food scene while you explore.

Discover the art of pasta-making in an intimate Los Angeles kitchen guided by a top-rated chef. Limited to a small group, this class blends approachable recipes with authentic Italian techniques. The menu you will prepare includes: - Chef-prepared appetizer - Handmade spaghetti and fettuccine with sauce pairings such as ragù, tomato, mushroom-sausage or sautéed vegetables - Chef-prepared dessert celebrating Italian traditions With hands-on guidance, you’ll knead, roll and shape pasta while exploring both classic and seasonal flavors.

Swap the busy city of Los Angeles for a more chilled-out alternative—a wine-themed day trip. Explore downtown Santa Barbara and enjoy a scenic ride down the Pacific Coast Highway to visit Santa Ynez Valley wineries for tastings. As well as trying wine, the tour also passes areas of spectacular natural beauty such as Lake Cachuma and Los Padres National Forest.

This immersive sushi experience celebrates where tradition meets innovation. Guided by your host, you’ll dive into the fundamentals of authentic sushi-making while exploring the fresh, vibrant ingredients that define California cuisine. Together, you’ll craft beloved West Coast–style rolls that respect Japanese roots while embracing California’s adventurous palate.

Pizza with real Italian pedigree – this hands-on class in Los Angeles, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, is led by a professional pizzaiola trained in wood-burning oven technique. You choose your classic and gourmet toppings; she teaches you how to build the dough that holds it all together. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Classic Pizza – choose from Pizza Margherita or Pizza Marinara - Gourmet Pizza – choose from Arugula with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella bites or Parmigiana You will leave with a deep understanding of authentic Italian pizza technique – from dough to toppings – and the confidence to recreate it at home. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Pure pasta craft, total freedom – this hands-on class in Los Angeles, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, teaches you to hand-roll fresh pasta in three shapes using authentic Italian technique, then pairs your creation with two sauces of your choosing from ten classic Italian options. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Three handmade pasta shapes – hand-rolled and dried using authentic Italian technique - Your choice of two sauces from ten classic Italian options You will leave with the skills to hand-roll pasta, dry it correctly and pair it with a great Italian sauce at home. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Five courses of Italian summer – this class in Los Angeles, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, takes you from a ricotta crostini through chicken piccata, roasted pepper penne and green beans to macerated stone fruit. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Crostini Bianchi with crostini, ricotta, whole anchovies, lemon and butter - Chicken Piccata with chicken, butter, lemons and capers - Penne With Roasted Pepper Sauce with penne, roasted peppers, Pecorino, Parmesan and basil - Green Bean Salad with green beans, butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar - Macerated Peaches and Strawberries with peaches, strawberries, Moscato and sugar You will leave with five versatile Italian recipes for a complete summer dinner menu. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Your Sardinian seafood menu, your way – this hands-on cooking class in Los Angeles, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, lets you choose your dish at every course while mastering authentic Mediterranean seafood technique. The menu you will prepare includes: - Appetizer (your choice): grilled shrimp skewers with lemon and parsley or smoked salmon and goat cheese crostini - Main Course (your choice): grilled sea bass with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted sea bream with lemon and parsley or salmon filet with bottarga – all served with grilled vegetables - Dessert (your choice): dark chocolate mousse with raspberry sauce or classic panna cotta From grilling fresh seafood to building classic Mediterranean flavors and plating a refined dessert, this class is a full tour of Sardinian coastal cooking. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy during the class.

Four authentic Thai dishes, one hands-on class – this cooking experience in Los Angeles, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, gives each guest their own workstation and walks them through a complete Thai menu. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Som Tum – Green Papaya Salad with papaya, carrots, Thai chili, palm sugar, fish sauce and lime - Tom Kha Gai – Thai Coconut Chicken Soup with coconut milk, chicken, galangal and chili oil - Pad See Ew – Thai Stir-Fry Noodles with beef, noodles, Chinese broccoli and Thai chili - Mango Sticky Rice with fresh mango, sticky rice and coconut milk You will leave with four classic Thai recipes and the confidence to build authentic Thai flavor at home. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

You walk into a laid-back South Bay brewery expecting a drink, but end up learning to build little pockets of flavor from scratch. Chef Darren keeps things fun and simple enough that you don’t overthink a single fold. You start with the filling: ground pork, cabbage, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onion, mixed until it already smells like you know what you’re doing. Then you move into assembly, spooning filling into gyoza wrappers and learning the pleat-and-seal technique. It’s easier than it looks, addictive, and you get better with every dumpling. Next, you pan-fry your gyoza until the bottoms turn crispy and golden, then splash in water to steam them until tender inside. While they cook, you whisk a dipping sauce of soy, rice vinegar, and chili oil that pulls everything into a sharp, addictive bite. It’s relaxed, social, and a little messy in the best way. You’re in a brewery, folding dumplings, thinking… yeah, store-bought gyoza is officially on notice.

Choose from a chocolate tasting or a tasting plus painting session. Our chocolate is "bean to bar" and a very smooth, pure product. We accept children and adults 5+! Both activities are fun for all ages.

Formosa Cafe offers a truly unique experience that transports you back in time to the glamorous era of Hollywood's past. The carefully crafted cocktails at Formosa Cafe are more than just libations; they are a sip of history. As you savor each drink, you'll be surrounded by the essence of Hollywood's golden age, creating a unique and nostalgic atmosphere. The bar not only serves classic Hollywood cocktails but also offers diverse merchandise, allowing you to take a piece of this historic experience home with you. The adventure continues with a culinary journey that introduces you to a delightful fusion of flavors from Chinese cuisine. With every bite, you become fully immersed in the captivating narrative of Hollywood's past, making the dining experience at Formosa Cafe a true celebration of history and culture.

You walk into a South Bay brewery expecting a drink, but end up turning potatoes into gnocchi from scratch. Chef Darren keeps things easygoing and fun, guiding you step by step so you never feel lost. You start with warm potatoes, mashing them until smooth, then mixing in flour, egg, and salt to form a soft dough. You learn how to knead it just right so it comes together without becoming heavy. Then you shape your gnocchi: rolling, cutting, and pressing each piece to get that signature texture. It’s hands-on, slightly addictive, and you’ll notice your technique improving fast. After that, you boil your gnocchi until they float, then toss them in a sauce like sage brown butter or slow-cooked tomato. You pick up simple techniques for timing, texture, and sauce pairing that make a big difference. It all happens in a relaxed brewery setting with a laid-back vibe. You’re cooking, tasting, and thinking… yeah, potatoes didn’t need to be this exciting!

Roll with it in this unforgettable sushi fusion class at a local Los Angeles venue with Chef Cici, You’ll get hands-on as you learn the art of sushi-making, starting with perfecting seasoned rice and mastering those iconic nori wraps. Then, create two flavor-packed rolls: a classic crab roll with avocado and fish roe, and a crispy sweet potato roll with cream cheese and avocado for the ultimate sweet-savory combo. Whether you're a sushi-rolling pro or a curious first-timer, this relaxed, beginner-friendly class serves up good vibes, great bites and maybe even your new favorite roll.

This is a unique experience not only for coffee lovers but also for those who love to discover. It's a great opportunity and space to meet with your friends, loved ones, or colleagues to experience something new. It's also an excellent starting point if you already have a coffee shop, are looking to open one, work as a barista, or offer coffee catering services.

Experience the satisfaction of crafting pasta from scratch in the heart of Los Angeles. In this interactive class, Chef Cici shares authentic Italian techniques for making cavatelli and a rich cacio e pepe sauce. Start by preparing pasta dough using semolina flour and egg yolks, learning how to mix and handle the dough for ideal elasticity and structure. Next, shape the dough into cavatelli by hand, creating small pasta pieces designed to hold sauce beautifully. Chef Cici then walks you through building a creamy cacio e pepe sauce using ricotta, Pecorino Romano and black pepper, finishing the dish with fresh basil and chives. Enjoy your freshly made pasta in a relaxed local setting and leave with the skills to recreate this classic Italian dish at home.

Are you ready to impress your friends and family with the perfect sushi rolls? Learn the tips and tricks from a professional sushi chef in this highly interactive and hands-on class, You will learn to prepare the perfect sushi rice, select the fresh ingredients properly, and the art of rolling. This casual and easy to follow class will surely engage all your senses! All participants will make three variations - Tuna, Salmon, and California Roll. All you need to bring to this class is your curiosity and appetite! You can be confident this class will be an absolute delight whether the occasion is for a family activity, team building event, or surprising your partner on a romantic date night. This class is BYOB! Bring your favorite Sake, wine or beer to pair with your delicious and handmade meal.