Top USA Cooking Classes

Get the full Louisiana dining experience during a fun and educational New Orleans cooking demonstration class. Take a seat amongst other foodies in a converted 19th-century molasses warehouse and get ready to learn and eat. Meet a lively local chef and learn the fundamentals of preparing classic Creole dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines. Then dig into delicious samples complemented by local beer or a sweet ice tea.

Roll up your sleeves and get to grips with Lowcountry and Southern dishes in this small-group cooking class in Charleston. Head to the city's French Quarter for this hands-on experience that explores dishes that define the region's culinary identity. From buttermilk biscuits to pimento cheese and the pecan-rich Huguenot torte, a culinary expert guides you through the techniques behind every recipe.

This hands-on cooking class showcases the historical and cultural significance of 4 much-loved dishes enjoyed by Hawaii's locals. You get hands-on training from a professional, local chef. Guests learn to cut fresh fish for poke, make perfect rice, and balance flavors for four local sauces. We discuss the important differences between local dishes and Hawaiian dishes.

Enhance your New Orleans experience with a hands-on, half-day cooking class that includes meals. Join a small group of up to 10 people and learn to craft authentic Louisiana dishes with guidance from a professional chef. After the lesson, enjoy your freshly made meal with complimentary wine or local beer. You'll also take home a souvenir apron and a recipe collection to recreate the flavors back home.

Take a deep dive into local culinary culture with a Cajun cooking class guided by a chef who’ll teach you how to make three delicious courses of barbecue shrimp, jambalaya, and chocolate bread pudding. Your engaging teacher will share recipes, professional techniques, and Louisiana’s culinary history. Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Just make sure you bring your appetite.

Avoid the tourist traps and get to know Atlanta’s food scene on this small-group tour. Start off with a stroll through the city’s oldest market, stopping at a few stands for savory and sweet tastings. Then pick up some kitchen skills with a hands-on class to learn how to prepare the flakiest biscuits—an authentic Southern staple.

Enjoy a unique sushi-making experience at a local distillery in Chicago with Chef Janet! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to craft fresh, restaurant-quality sushi while sipping on expertly distilled spirits available for purchase. Start by steaming and seasoning the perfect sushi rice, then prep fresh ingredients for two signature rolls. You’ll assemble a vibrant veggie roll with sweet mango, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, followed by a classic California roll featuring surimi, avocado, and cucumber. With Chef Janet’s expert guidance, you’ll master the techniques of rolling sushi and slicing it into picture-perfect pieces. Whether you're looking for a fun night out, a unique date idea, or a new culinary skill to impress friends and family, this class offers the perfect blend of great food, hands-on learning, and a relaxed distillery setting. Book your spot today for a sushi and spirits experience like no other in Chicago!

There’s nothing like homemade pasta, and this cooking class with Chef Amira, hosted through Classpop!, shows you exactly why. You’ll mix, knead and roll fresh pasta dough before cutting it into classic fettuccine noodles using time-honored techniques. As the pasta boils, you’ll whip up a savory marinara sauce with ripe tomatoes, garlic, basil and a touch of red pepper for warmth. Chef Amira keeps the experience relaxed, hands-on and approachable, making it easy for beginners and fun for seasoned home cooks. Finish by enjoying your handmade pasta and leave with skills that bring authentic Italian flavor to your own kitchen. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

Learn to make crepes from a real Frenchman at this awesome French crepes cooking class in Scottsdale. Your teacher will show you the art of crepe making, including the batter (and a dairy free option), in his own home in Paradise Valley, speaking with his real French accent. You can eat all the crepes you can handle, and also you’ll be given some batter to take back home with you.

If you’re looking for a fun experience that fuses fresh food and the passion of farm-to-fork practices, this Hilo Farm-to-Table Half-Day Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls is easy to fit into any day during your trip. Harvest your own food from the area’s grounds, and then prepare your meal in a barn overlooking Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea. Then, sit down to lunch and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Learn the art of the classic Lowcountry boil with Captain Bryan right on the picturesque banks of Shem Creek. This private cooking class offers an authentic taste of Charleston culture as you dive into the shrimping industry’s history. Guests will meet at a specially designed food trailer with wrap around bar seating on the banks of the creek. Start by creating a fresh shrimp ceviche with local ingredients, then engage in a fun shrimp peeling competition. Under Captain Bryan’s guidance, you’ll learn how to prepare a mouthwatering Lowcountry Boil featuring local shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, seasoned to perfection. Enjoy your culinary creations in a relaxed setting, making this an unforgettable local experience. Guests with shellfish allergies will not be able to join. Guests with dietary restrictions please note we cannot make substitutions. Solo travelers please kindly call to join the next available outing as we have capacity requirements.

With the help of your local host with extensive experience in the nutrition and fishing industries, you'll learn how to prepare one of the world's most nutritious foods so you can easily replicate the dishes back home. You will have the opportunity to learn about local fisheries and how to find Wild Alaska salmon wherever you live. This is not an allergen-free kitchen. We are pescatarian-friendly.

Immerse yourself in the elegance of Italian fine dining in this hands-on cooking class in Tampa, hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to a small group, this workshop with an esteemed pasta chef highlights authentic techniques and elevated flavors. The menu you will prepare includes: - Appetizer: Savini’s funghi trifolati with garlic, olive oil and parsley - Main course: Handmade pasta with rich Parmigiano cream sauce - Salad: Beef carpaccio with arugula, cherry tomatoes and white truffle vinaigrette - Dessert: Classic espresso topped with fresh whipped cream Along the way, you’ll refine sauce preparation, knife skills and presentation, leaving with recipes and confidence to recreate Italian classics at home.

Experience a private market tour and cooking class in a local home in Long Beach, California. BA, a public health professional and passionate home cook and baker, will be your host. Her international experience means she loves to mix exotic flavors with local, seasonal produce. Vegetarian, dairy/lactose free, and gluten free options are easy for her to accommodate. After shopping for local produce at the market, head to BA's home for a 2-hour cooking class, and then enjoy your meal together.

Experience a unique French-Californian cooking class in a stunning Southern California coastal home with Ann and Rick. This warm, food-loving couple brings a wealth of culinary knowledge from travels and training, blending classic French techniques with fresh Californian produce. Savor the joy of cooking and dining with locals who love to entertain in style, just minutes from the Ritz Carlton and Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point.

Learn to craft cocktails like a professional during this small group mixology class in West Palm Beach. Mix three signature cocktails using premium spirits, fresh ingredients, and house-made syrups while mastering techniques you can recreate at home. Paired with a cheese and charcuterie board, this interactive experience combines expert instruction with plenty of opportunities to taste, learn, and enjoy your creations.

Learn how to prepare a range of classic Italian dishes, from ravioli and tortellini to tiramisu and beyond—and receive hands-on guidance from your chef instructor—during this immersive cooking class. Upon arrival at 21 Kingston St, grab your apron, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to cook: with your instructor’s guidance, you’ll make a number of different delicacies. At the end of the class, sit down to enjoy the meal you created, plus light snacks.

Learn to make some of Japan’s most popular street foods during this hands-on cooking class in Beech Grove. Alongside your host, learn to make Japanese homestyle meals packed with “umami” flavor. Make yakisoba, okonomiyaki, and takoyaki, and then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor complemented by a delicious dessert.

If you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your go-tos and uncover the secrets to French baking, this small-group macaron baking class in Carmel-by-the-Sea is a great choice. Not only will you learn how to make these French delights from scratch, but you will also get tips to make things easier as you go from a master chef featured on the Cooking Channel. This hands-on baking class is fun for both beginner and experienced bakers alike.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local Tampa home with your host, Eric. Eric has been a home cook with over 40 years’ experience - cooking started out as a necessity and over the years became a huge source of joy. He is a firm believer in preparing his meals with lots of love and care as everyone deserves great food and drink - it is good for the soul! You will be welcomed with a smile into Eric and Nancy’s beautiful, warm and spacious home, which is 30-45 mins away from Clearwater, St Petersburg and Disney in Florida. Join Eric in his open home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make 2 dishes from scratch, depending on the menu you choose. After cooking, join the couple to share the meal that you helped prepare. • Cooking lesson and meal in a local home • Introduction to a new culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Eric can accommodate all special dietary needs, however, you need to inform him in advance, while booking the experience online

Spend a few hours learning how to craft the perfect blend of tea with a clinical herbalist at one of Portsmouth, New Hampshire’s tea and apothecary shops. There are 250 different herbs in the shop, and you can learn all about the benefits they bring to the body, and the art of blending them together to create a unique tea.

Dive into the world of sushi-making with a talented chef, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience from California to Boston. In this hands-on sushi fundamentals class, you’ll learn how to craft gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free sushi while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of your favorite local brewery. The class kicks off with a comforting bowl of Miso Soup, made with miso paste, dashi, and wakame seaweed, before you roll up your sleeves and dive into the art of sushi-making. A talented chef will guide you through creating two essential sushi styles: hand rolls (temaki) and inside-out rolls (uramaki). You’ll start by rolling a savory Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll, followed by a vegetarian-friendly Sweet Potato Hand Roll, and finish by mastering the bold and flavorful Spicy Tuna Roll. Sip on craft beer, enjoy the laid-back vibes and make tasty memories.

New Orleans’ food is one of the highlights of visiting the city. Now you can learn how to take some of those flavors home in this cooking class held in the French Quarter. In a small group of no more than 10 people, learn how to make typical dishes, such as shrimp and grits and bananas foster waffles, from scratch. You’ll learn the secrets to each dish, and enjoy a glass of bubbly to help you work.