Aurora’s culinary scene buzzes with hands-on cooking experiences that transform kitchen novices into confident home chefs. From professional techniques to cultural cuisines, local cooking classes offer immersive learning opportunities across the Front Range community.
Whether mastering knife skills at CU Anschutz Health & Wellness Center or exploring international recipes at Stir Cooking School, Aurora’s diverse cooking classes cater to every skill level and culinary curiosity.
Discover Aurora’s delicious cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Aurora
- Create Kitchen & Bar
- CU Anschutz Health & Wellness Center
- Little Kitchen Academy
- Pickens Technical College
- Stir Cooking School
- The Seasoned Chef Cooking School
- Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar
Create Kitchen & Bar
What to Expect
Interactive cooking workshops with diverse culinary programming
Description
Create Kitchen & Bar offers hands-on cooking classes in Aurora, featuring interactive workshops across diverse culinary styles. Their teaching kitchen provides immersive experiences for home cooks, with specialized programs including Junior Chef Summer Camp and Sunday daytime classes.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Create Kitchen & Bar
CU Anschutz Health & Wellness Center
What to Expect
Science-based nutrition cooking workshops for university students
Description
CU Anschutz Health & Wellness Center offers free, interactive virtual and in-person cooking classes for students, focusing on budget-friendly vegetarian recipes, basic cooking skills, and nutrition education. Classes target specific student groups like undergraduate, postdocs, and international scholars.
Where: Aurora | More Info: CU Anschutz Health & Wellness Center
Little Kitchen Academy
What to Expect
Montessori-based approach to children's culinary education
Description
Montessori-inspired cooking school offering hands-on culinary classes for children and teens aged 2-18, focusing on practical life skills and kitchen confidence through age-specific workshops ranging from toddler introductions to advanced teen cooking sessions.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Little Kitchen Academy
Pickens Technical College
What to Expect
Comprehensive culinary arts curriculum with industry-standard kitchen training
Description
Professional culinary training program at Pickens Technical College offering comprehensive hands-on education in commercial kitchen skills. Students learn fundamental cooking techniques, food safety, recipe development, and professional kitchen operations through 50% classroom instruction and 50% practical kitchen experience using industry-grade equipment.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Pickens Technical College
Stir Cooking School
What to Expect
Intimate, interactive cooking experiences with professional chef guidance
Description
Denver-based cooking school offering hands-on, interactive classes for home cooks of varying skill levels. Intimate kitchen settings provide expert guidance in recipe preparation, ingredient exploration, and culinary techniques, with diverse meal themes and professional chef instruction.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Stir Cooking School
The Seasoned Chef Cooking School
What to Expect
Collaborative chef and nutritionist-led culinary experiences
Description
Hands-on cooking classes at La Victoria Healing Kitchen showcase Colorado's culinary diversity through themed workshops led by Chef Aarika and Chef Dan. Classes range from international cuisines like Caribbean and Japanese to health-focused sessions with nutritionist Courtney Long, offering deep dives into regional flavors and cooking techniques.
Where: Aurora | More Info: The Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar
What to Expect
Date night cooking experiences with professional chef instruction
Description
Uncorked Kitchen offers hands-on couples cooking classes in an interactive Denver metro kitchen, featuring globally-inspired menus like Korean BBQ, Thai curries, and Japanese pub cuisine. Professional chefs guide small groups through creating multi-course meals while participants enjoy wine and cocktail pairings.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Uncorked Kitchen & Wine Bar