Memphis might be known for blues and barbecue, but its culinary scene is elevating home cooking through exceptional local cooking classes. From downtown to Cordova, aspiring chefs can transform kitchen skills at dedicated culinary institutes.
Whether you’re a novice baker wanting to master southern pastries or a home cook seeking professional techniques, Memphis offers diverse cooking education opportunities that blend traditional southern flavors with modern culinary innovation.
Discover Memphis’ tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Memphis
- Cook Well, Be Well
- Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute (Cordova)
- Muddy's Bake Shop
- Remington College Culinary Skills Program
- Sweet LaLa's Bakery
- Viking Cooking School
Cook Well, Be Well
What to Expect
Four-week holistic cooking education program focused on health and nutrition
Description
Cook Well, Be Well offers comprehensive four-week cooking classes teaching Mediterranean Diet principles and healthy cooking skills for adults. Participants learn kitchen techniques, nutrition strategies, and meal preparation through hands-on workshops in both in-person and virtual formats, with classes available in English and Spanish.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Cook Well, Be Well
Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute (Cordova)
What to Expect
University-affiliated culinary education with professional development pathways
Description
University-based culinary institute offering comprehensive Bachelor's degree programs in Culinary Arts with a focus on hospitality management. Students receive professional training through experiential learning, industry networking opportunities, and a curriculum designed to develop culinary leadership skills.
Where: Cordova | More Info: Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute
Muddy's Bake Shop
What to Expect
Memphis-based private baking workshops with flexible group formats
Description
Muddy's Bake Shop offers intimate private baking workshops in Memphis, featuring hands-on group classes that teach baking techniques and recipe creation. Participants can choose between in-person and virtual formats, with classes designed for birthday celebrations, team-building, and skill development.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Muddy's Bake Shop
Remington College Culinary Skills Program
What to Expect
Instructor-supervised professional kitchen training
Description
Remington College's 8-month Culinary Skills Essentials diploma program provides hands-on professional kitchen training in Memphis. Students learn fundamental culinary techniques through instructor-supervised kitchen experiences, preparing appetizers, sauces, entrées, and desserts for entry-level food service positions.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Remington College Culinary Skills Program
Sweet LaLa's Bakery
What to Expect
Memphis bakery's personalized cake decorating skill-building classes
Description
Sweet LaLa's Bakery offers intimate cake decorating workshops in Memphis, teaching students professional techniques for creating beautifully designed cakes and cookies through hands-on instruction in their bakery studio.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Sweet LaLa's Bakery
Viking Cooking School
What to Expect
Professional Viking kitchen equipment for hands-on learning
Description
Viking Cooking School offers hands-on culinary instruction in a dedicated teaching kitchen, featuring demonstration-style classes that range from beginner techniques to specialized cuisine workshops. Located in Memphis, the school provides interactive cooking experiences with professional-grade Viking equipment and expert chef instruction.
Where: Memphis | More Info: Viking Cooking School