Top Los Angeles Food & Drink Classes

Transform into a scientist for a night at this immersive laboratory-themed experience, where cocktails meet captivating experiments in a lively interactive environment. With lab coats and goggles on, participants engage in real science experiments that bubble, pop, and fizz while enjoying seasonal themed drinks. Thrilling games and karaoke heighten the excitement, allowing friends to compete in scientific challenges for a chance to win free shots. This unique fusion of learning and entertainment fosters camaraderie, making it the perfect setting for special occasions or a fun night out with friends, infused with laughter and discovery.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

If homemade pasta sounds intimidating, this class is about to change your mind. Hosted in a lively local venue, this hands-on experience teaches you how to make authentic Cacio e Pepe completely from scratch with guidance from Chef Amy. You’ll begin by mixing flour, eggs and water into fresh pasta dough, learning how to knead it until smooth and shape it into handmade noodles. Then you'll discover why one of Italy’s most beloved pasta dishes depends more on technique than a long ingredient list. Using pecorino cheese and cracked black pepper, you’ll create a rich, velvety sauce that clings to every strand. Expect practical skills you can use again, from working with dough texture to mastering pasta cooking times. The vibe is welcoming, interactive and free of culinary ego. There’s something deeply satisfying about transforming a few humble ingredients into a restaurant-worthy plate. Fair warning: after this, boxed pasta may start feeling a little nervous.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Step into a cozy Italian home in Los Angeles for a hands-on pasta-making experience with Chef Luana, a culinary expert from Abruzzo. Learn the art of crafting pasta alla chitarra using the traditional tool, shaping fresh, square-edged spaghetti just like in Italy. Choose between a fresh tomato sauce or the rich Abruzzese ragù with mini meatballs for your dish. Enjoy a complete Italian meal featuring toasted homemade bread with mozzarella, your handmade pasta, and a delightful tiramisu for dessert, all paired with Italian espresso or herbal tea. Discover the flavors of Abruzzo right in your city.

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.

There’s something weirdly therapeutic about folding dumplings while pretending you’re in a tiny Tokyo food stall. In this lively cooking class with Chef Darren, hosted at a stylish local venue in Los Angeles, you’ll learn how to craft authentic Japanese pork gyozas from scratch in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Start by preparing fresh dumpling dough before mixing a flavorful filling with ground pork, garlic chives, ginger, soy and sesame. Chef Darren will teach you how to properly fold and seal each gyoza so they cook evenly with that crispy-bottom, juicy-center situation everyone loves. The class is beginner-friendly, hands-on and packed with practical techniques you can absolutely recreate at home when you want to impress friends without spending three hours in the kitchen. Expect plenty of tasting, laughter and “okay wait, I made these?” moments as you enjoy your homemade dumplings fresh off the pan.

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.