Austin’s culinary scene sizzles with hands-on cooking classes that transform kitchen novices into confident home chefs. From BBQ techniques to artisan bread making, local spots like Barton Springs Mill and Central Market Cooking School offer unique gastronomic experiences.
Whether you’re craving authentic Thai cuisine at Thai Fresh or seeking professional training at Escoffier Culinary School, Austin’s diverse cooking classes cater to every skill level and culinary passion across the city’s vibrant food landscape.
Discover Austin’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Austin
- Barton Springs Mill
- Central Market Cooking School
- Escoffier Culinary School
- Faraday's Kitchen Store
- Let's Eat Austin
- Thai Fresh
- The Prickly Pear Cooking Classes
Barton Springs Mill
What to Expect
Fresh-milled grain-focused culinary education with mill tour
Description
Hands-on baking and cooking classes at a Texas mill showcase grain-focused culinary education, offering workshops ranging from sourdough and pasta making to international pastry techniques. Located in a picturesque setting overlooking the Hill Country, classes provide mill tours, exclusive recipes, and in-depth exploration of fresh-milled flour and artisan baking methods.
Where: Austin | More Info: Barton Springs Mill
Central Market Cooking School
What to Expect
Multi-format cooking classes within specialty grocery store environment
Description
Central Market Cooking School offers diverse, professionally-led cooking classes across multiple formats including demonstration and hands-on experiences. Located within Central Market stores, classes cover a wide range of cuisines, techniques, and skill levels, with expert instructors teaching everything from basic skills to specialized culinary techniques.
Where: Austin | More Info: Central Market Cooking School
Escoffier Culinary School
What to Expect
Comprehensive culinary education with industry-focused professional training
Description
Professional culinary and pastry arts training program offering hands-on instruction in a modern teaching kitchen. Students learn industry-standard techniques through comprehensive diploma and degree programs, with curriculum designed by experienced chef instructors.
Where: Austin | More Info: Escoffier Culinary School
Faraday's Kitchen Store
What to Expect
Professional kitchen with diverse chef-led culinary instruction
Description
Faraday's Kitchen Store Cooking School offers both demonstration and hands-on cooking classes in a modern, professional kitchen. Located in Austin's Bee Cave area, classes feature talented chefs teaching techniques for preparing delicious meals, with a light meal provided during each session.
Where: Austin | More Info: Faraday's Kitchen Store
Let's Eat Austin
What to Expect
Chef-led intimate cooking classes with diverse international cuisine
Description
Let's Eat Austin offers hands-on cooking classes in Austin, featuring diverse culinary experiences from fresh pasta and sushi to Thai noodles and vegan ramen. Hosted by professional chefs in intimate settings, classes provide interactive learning with techniques, cultural insights, and full meal preparation.
Where: Austin | More Info: Let's Eat Austin
Thai Fresh
What to Expect
Intimate four-person stations with chef-guided hands-on cooking experience
Description
Hands-on Thai cooking classes led by Chef Jam in a dedicated culinary classroom. Small group sessions with four participants per station teach authentic Thai cuisine techniques. Students actively prepare dishes, taste ingredients, and enjoy a communal meal together. Classes cover various Thai dishes with expert instruction and cultural insights.
Where: Austin | More Info: Thai Fresh
The Prickly Pear Cooking Classes
What to Expect
Intimate international cuisine workshops with dietary accommodation
Description
Austin-based cooking school offering hands-on classes inspired by international cuisines, including Mexican, Roman, French, and Southern cooking styles. Classes accommodate vegetarian and gluten-free dietary needs, with intimate workshops limited to 12 students and a focus on interactive, eat-as-you-go culinary experiences.
Where: Austin | More Info: The Prickly Pear Cooking Classes