Gilbert’s culinary scene is heating up with hands-on cooking classes that transform everyday home cooks into kitchen maestros. From family-friendly lessons to gourmet techniques, local studios are serving up skill-building experiences that go beyond basic recipes.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned home chef, East Valley cooking schools offer diverse classes that cater to every skill level and culinary passion. Learn professional techniques right here in the heart of Arizona’s vibrant food community.
Discover Gilbert’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Gilbert
- Classic Cooking Academy
- Flour Power Cooking Studios (Mesa)
- Meraki Cooking School
- Mesa Kids Cooking School
- Mix Cooking School (Chandler)
- Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School (Scottsdale)
- The Art of Food
Classic Cooking Academy
What to Expect
Small-group culinary workshops with chef-guided preparation and dining
Description
Classic Cooking Academy offers hands-on culinary workshops in Gilbert, featuring diverse cooking experiences like gourmet multi-course classes, wine-paired dinners, weekend brunches, and specialized sessions in pizza-making and pastry techniques. Participants work in small groups guided by professional chefs, preparing and then enjoying meals together with complimentary wine and beer.
Where: Gilbert | More Info: Classic Cooking Academy
Flour Power Cooking Studios (Mesa)
What to Expect
Multi-generational cooking education with skill progression tracking
Description
Hands-on cooking studios offering diverse culinary experiences for kids, teens, and adults in Mesa, Arizona. Interactive classes cover skill-building, themed cooking workshops, and group experiences ranging from summer camps to family cooking sessions.
Where: Mesa | More Info: Flour Power Cooking Studios
Meraki Cooking School
What to Expect
Adaptive cooking curriculum for students with diverse learning needs
Description
Meraki Cooking School offers specialized culinary classes in a cozy home kitchen in Gilbert, Arizona, focusing on teaching cooking skills to children, teens, and individuals with disabilities. Founded by educator Meka Morrow, the school emphasizes kitchen independence and adaptive learning through a carefully designed culinary curriculum.
Where: Gilbert | More Info: Meraki Cooking School
Mesa Kids Cooking School
What to Expect
Child-centered culinary education with comprehensive skills development
Description
Mesa Kids Cooking School offers hands-on culinary workshops designed exclusively for children, teaching fundamental cooking skills through interactive, skill-building classes. Children learn kitchen safety, nutrition, and global cuisine while developing teamwork and creativity in a supportive learning environment.
Where: Gilbert | More Info: Mesa Kids Cooking School
Mix Cooking School (Chandler)
What to Expect
Local ingredient-focused hands-on cooking workshops
Description
Mix Cooking School offers hands-on cooking classes in Chandler, Arizona, focusing on practical skills and fresh, local ingredients. Located in the Fulton Ranch Promenade, the school provides interactive workshops for home cooks of all ages, covering techniques from pasta-making to healthy cooking and luxurious baking.
Where: Chandler | More Info: Mix Cooking School
Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School (Scottsdale)
What to Expect
Comprehensive culinary education center with extensive monthly class offerings
Description
Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School offers hands-on and demonstration-style cooking classes across diverse skill levels, featuring over 40 monthly classes taught by experienced chefs. Their state-of-the-art kitchen in Scottsdale provides immersive culinary experiences ranging from fundamental techniques to specialized cuisines, with dedicated programs for kids, teens, and adults.
Where: Scottsdale | More Info: Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School
The Art of Food
What to Expect
Paired student cooking workshops for youth skill development
Description
Youth culinary center offering hands-on cooking classes for students aged 8-17, focusing on skill development and creativity. Students work in pairs, learning techniques while creating dishes they sample in class and take home. The program emphasizes teamwork, recipe adaptation, and building kitchen confidence through engaging, skill-focused instruction.
Where: Gilbert | More Info: The Art of Food