Top USA Cooking Classes

This macaron class is designed to help you build confidence while tackling one of baking’s most iconic pastries. Led by Chef Rita, the experience focuses on hands-on learning in a relaxed, encouraging environment. You’ll prepare and bake your own macarons, exploring rich dark chocolate and bright fruit flavors while learning how to achieve that signature crisp exterior and soft interior. Along the way, Chef Rita shares practical tips you can reuse for future baking projects, from proper mixing to baking precision. Ideal for friends, couples or solo bakers looking for something fun and skill-driven, this Boston class delivers both technique and creativity, with results you’ll be proud to share.

This beginner-friendly chocolate class turns a classic confection into an approachable, rewarding skill. Led by Chef Janet, the experience focuses on teaching essential techniques while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and fun. You’ll learn how to temper chocolate correctly, experiment with popular fillings and use molds to create beautifully shaped treats. Chef Janet breaks everything down step by step, making the process easy to follow even if you’ve never worked with chocolate before. With plenty of tasting, hands-on practice and a supportive environment, this Chicago class is ideal for dessert lovers, curious home cooks or anyone looking for a creative night out that ends on a sweet note.

Turn simple ingredients into something truly unforgettable in this Boston noodle-making experience. In this interactive class, Chef Rita breaks down the art of hand-pulled noodles into approachable steps. Start by preparing noodle dough from flour, oil and salt, learning how proper kneading creates strength and flexibility. Next, stretch and pull the dough into Biang Biang noodles, practicing the technique that gives them their signature shape and chew. Chef Rita will share tips to help you control thickness and achieve consistent results. Alongside your noodles, create two flavorful sauces: a fragrant garlic sauce with peppercorn and ginger, and a creamy peanut sauce with soy and vinegar. Enjoy your dish at the end of class and leave with skills rooted in both technique and tradition.

An ideal American culinary experience for foodies and keen chefs, this private cooking class gives you the chance to cook a wide range of regional and seasonal dishes, from New England seafood to a classic Thanksgiving spread, with a chef to teach you. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and learn the stories behind the dishes as you cook.

Fresh pasta is simpler than you think. This hands-on class in Detroit, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, strips Italian cooking back to its essentials – dough made by hand, sauce made from scratch and a tiramisù to finish. Perfect for beginners and home cooks looking to level up. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Bruschetta – fresh tomato and basil on toasted bread - Fresh Pasta – tagliatelle or gnocchi with classic tomato-basil sauce - Tiramisù – mascarpone, cacao and espresso-soaked ladyfinger biscuits You will leave with solid handmade pasta technique and the confidence to recreate this three-course Italian meal at home anytime.

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.

Join our exclusive cooking workshop series in collaboration with celebrity chef Tony Hu. In the first session, you'll learn to prepare two of his signature dishes—Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken and Crispy Lemon Shrimp. Featured on numerous TV shows and interviews, including NBC, ABC, FOX, and WGN, Chef Tony Hu is the founder of the iconic Lao Sze Chuan Restaurants with 14 locations across the country. This hands-on cooking workshop is more than just a culinary lesson—it’s a cultural experience. We invite you to connect with Chinese heritage in a warm, interactive setting where every dish tells a story, and every bite is a celebration of tradition. A minimum of 4 participants is required for this experience. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled, and you will receive a full refund.

Discover bold flavors and hands-on techniques in this Asian fusion cooking class in Baltimore. This workshop explores both sushi traditions and modern fusion favorites. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Starter: Sweet and spicy edamame glazed with honey, soy and chili - Sushi: Classic California roll with sushi rice, crab, avocado and sesame - Main course: Chicken fried rice packed with vegetables, egg and savory soy-based sauce - Dessert: Silky coconut mango mousse topped with whipped cream and lime zest With step-by-step instruction from a local sushi chef, you’ll sharpen knife skills, learn the secrets of sushi rice and discover techniques for balancing Asian-inspired flavors. Set in a relaxed Baltimore kitchen, this class combines gourmet learning with vibrant dining. Guests may bring their favorite wine or beer to enjoy alongside the meal.

Make two types of handmade gnocchi in this Italian cooking class in San Jose, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. Classic potato and sweet potato gnocchi, each paired with its own sauce – a bright basil pesto and a warm maple brown butter. Your hands-on cooking experience features: • Classic Gnocchi with potatoes, flour and egg • Sweet Potato Gnocchi with sweet potatoes, flour and egg • Pesto Sauce with basil, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese • Maple Brown Butter Sauce with maple syrup, butter and sage • Chef-Made Salad with seasonal greens From kneading two gnocchi doughs to building two sauces from scratch, you'll leave with practical Italian pasta skills to recreate at home. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Discover the heart of Italian home cooking in this Denver pasta class hosted through Cozymeal. This 3-course experience combines rustic recipes with essential skills for making fresh pasta from scratch. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - First course: Tomato and basil bruschetta on crisp toasted bread. - Second course: Handmade tagliatelle or gnocchi with fresh tomato-basil sauce. - Dessert: Classic tiramisù with mascarpone, cacao and espresso-soaked ladyfingers. Your local pasta chef will guide you through dough texture, kneading and shaping while sharing tips for a lively tomato sauce. Finish by assembling tiramisù with clean layers and balanced flavor. Bring wine or beer to enjoy as you cook and dine.

This immersive cooking class offers a rare opportunity to explore history through food. Hosted by Andrew, a food writer and educator whose work has appeared in Gastro Obscura and Eaten, the experience blends hands-on cooking with storytelling, archaeology, and cultural insight. Drawing from historical sources, Andrew recreates authentic Ancient Roman recipes and explains the origins of the spices, ingredients, and techniques used thousands of years ago. Set in Quincy, just outside Boston, you’ll begin with a traditional Roman drink or snack before cooking 2–3 dishes inspired by ancient texts. As you prepare and share the meal together, you’ll discover how food connects us across centuries, making this class both a culinary experience and a living history lesson.

Great pizza starts with great dough. This hands-on cooking class hosted through Cozymeal in Denver, teaches you how to make it from scratch – and how to top it, bake it and serve it alongside a fresh Caprese and a sweet Nutella finale. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Caprese Salad – fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil - Homemade Pizza – freshly made dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella and customizable toppings - Nutella Pizza – freshly made dough and Nutella cream You will leave knowing how to make great pizza from scratch – a well-developed dough, a balanced topping combination and a sweet finish. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the class.

Skip takeout and learn to make four Asian favorites yourself in this hands-on Indianapolis cooking class, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. You’ll move from crispy wontons to noodles, sushi and a playful homemade dessert. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Crab Rangoon with wonton chips and dipping sauces - Chicken and Shrimp Lo Mein with noodles, vegetables, soy and oyster sauce - Sushi with salmon, imitation crab, nori and fresh vegetables - Fortune Cookies made from scratch Practice rolling sushi, building a flavorful noodle dish and folding fortune cookies you can personalize. Guests may bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Delve into the world of mixology with an intimate cocktail workshop in Charleston. Led by seasoned mixologists, this immersive experience offers hands-on instruction in crafting exquisite drinks, using premium ingredients and innovative techniques. Discover the artistry behind each pour and learn how to elevate your home cocktail game, all while enjoying a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop promises a unique insight into the cocktail craft, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for the science and creativity behind your favorite drinks.

Immerse yourself in the elegance of French cuisine in a cozy Seattle kitchen. Limited to a small group, this hands-on class with an esteemed French chef highlights a four-course bistro-style menu. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Mini croque monsieur with ham, cheese and Dijon mustard - Main: Chicken fricassee in white wine sauce with roasted root vegetables - Side: Savory crêpes with Brie, tomatoes and shrimp - Dessert: French apple tart with Calvados cream Learn techniques like sauce making, crêpe folding and elegant plating while building the confidence to recreate these Parisian classics at home.

Recreate an elegant steakhouse dinner in this Charlotte cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. This 4-course surf-and-turf experience focuses on precise techniques, premium ingredients and polished presentation. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - First course: Lump crab cake seasoned with Dijon, Old Bay and panko. - Second course: Pan-seared filet mignon with red wine shallot sauce. - Side course: Buttery garlic smashed Yukon Gold potatoes. - Dessert: Crème brûlée with a crisp caramelized sugar topping. Learn how to form crab cakes that hold together, sear filet mignon evenly and reduce a savory pan sauce. Your local chef will also guide you through custard texture and sugar caramelization. Bring wine or beer to enjoy with the finished meal.

Master an impressive salmon Wellington in this hands-on Fort Worth cooking class, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. You’ll prepare a complete three-course meal while learning techniques for pastry, seafood and dessert. Your hands-on cooking experience features: • Olive Tapenade with toasted baguette • Grilled Salmon Wellington with puff pastry, Boursin cheese, roasted mushrooms and herbs • Chocolate Chip Cookies with rum and walnuts From wrapping salmon in flaky pastry to creating a savory tapenade, you’ll gain practical skills for recreating this gourmet menu at home. Guests may bring wine or beer to enjoy during class.

Skip the takeout and make four American-Chinese favorites from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Pittsburgh, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. Egg drop soup, sesame chicken, fried rice and a banana-mango wonton dessert – all in one two-hour session. Your hands-on cooking experience features: -Egg Drop Soup -Sesame Chicken -Fried Rice -Banana Mango Wontons with ice cream and ganache From perfecting a silky soup to building flavored fried rice and folding a creative dessert, you'll leave with four takeout recipes to make at home.

French technique, three courses, one unforgettable dinner. This hands-on class in Fort Worth. Hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, takes you from savory stuffed mushrooms to a butter-finished Béarnaise and a silky chocolate mousse – each dish a lesson in classical French cooking. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Bacon & Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms – cream cheese, blue cheese, bacon and chives - Filet Mignon – Béarnaise sauce, butter, egg yolks and grilled asparagus - Dark Chocolate Mousse – berries macerated in Grand Marnier and sugar You will leave with the skills to prepare a sophisticated French dinner at home, from the first bite to the final dessert. 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.

Just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, this cooking class with Chef Luna, a globally recognized chef offers a fun, hands-on culinary experience in a real local home. Trained in international culinary arts, Chef Luna has been cooking for over 2 decades and brings her passion for food, travel, and connection into every class. Guests learn authentic Mexican or Italian recipes while enjoying a relaxed, interactive atmosphere, with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free options available upon request. This experience stands out for its personal touch, engaging instruction, and convenient location near major casinos like the Bellagio.

Step into a welcoming kitchen in Chicago for an immersive Italian cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to 8 guests, this interactive workshop introduces you to authentic techniques behind pasta-making and classic Italian dishes. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Caesar salad with homemade dressing and Parmesan - Side: Italian garlic bread brushed with olive oil and herbs - Main course: Fresh fettuccine pasta with savory Bolognese sauce - Dessert: Vanilla bean panna cotta with seasonal fruit compote With step-by-step guidance from your local pasta chef, you’ll enjoy a hands-on approach to mastering Italian cooking. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to complement the meal and celebrate the flavors of Italy.

Roll sushi, slice fish and make handmade gyoza in this hands-on cooking class in Nashville, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. This generous class covers gyoza folding, rainbow and Philadelphia rolls, nigiri and sashimi slicing and decorative sushi art in one complete experience. Your hands-on cooking experience features: • Handmade Gyoza with pork or chicken, green onions, soy sauce and ginger • Rainbow Roll • Philadelphia Roll • Nigiri and Sashimi with professional slicing and chirashi arrangement • Sushi Art – decorative roses, cubes and plating technique Knife skills, rolling technique, slicing and plating – you'll leave with a complete Japanese sushi skill set. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

In the heart of Chicago, near Wrigley Field, a culinary adventure awaits. Led by Rakhi, a professionally trained chef and Le Cordon Bleu graduate with experience working with Bobby Flay, this private cooking class immerses you in the rich flavors of Italian-American cuisine. Over 2.5 hours, you'll learn to prepare iconic dishes such as Chicken Vesuvio, hot fried chicken, and homemade desserts, all while enjoying a relaxed and interactive atmosphere. With the chance to tailor your menu, every class becomes a unique experience that celebrates Chicago's vibrant food culture. Gather your friends or family for a memorable evening of cooking and dining together.