Ready to impress your friends (and yourself!) with some seriously tasty homemade creations? Or just looking for a new activity for date night or your next girls catch up? Perth’s culinary scene isn’t just about incredible restaurants; it’s also buzzing with fantastic cooking schools eager to share their secrets! Whether you dream of mastering delicate French pastries, firing up a perfect BBQ feast, rolling authentic Italian pasta or whipping up vibrant Asian dishes, there’s a class out there with your name on it. So, tie up your apron and get ready to embark on a delicious journey, we’ve rounded up some of Perth’s best cooking classes to help you unleash your inner chef!
Salt & Company
Get ready to spice up your culinary game at Salt & Company Cooking School in West Perth! They’re all about turning your love for delicious food into skills to create it for yourself. Dive into a world of flavour with classes covering everything from Thai and Mexican to classic French and Italian. Try your hand at mastering the basics or explore plant-based delights. Plus, they even have special classes for the budding young chefs. Each session starting at $150 per person breaks down the fundamentals, techniques and key ingredients. Giving you the know-how to add your own sprinkle of magic to every dish!
The Little Italian School
A taste of Italy right here in Perth at The Little Italian School! Located in Osborne Park and inspired by a family legacy, this charming spot shares the secrets to authentic Italian cooking with both adults and kids. With all of the fresh produce grown in their personal backyard or sourced from local suppliers, you just know it’s gonna be tasty! Beyond the hands-on culinary fun, you can also immerse yourself in Italian culture through workshops ($130 per person or $110 per child), pasta parties, lively sip & paint events and even join them on tours to Italy!
Perth BBQ School
Become a BBQ maestro, fire up your grills and head to Perth BBQ School for the perfect weekend activity! Founded by the legendary Gusface Grillah in Maylands, this is the place in Perth to learn how to cook seriously good barbecue. They offer their signature class year-round, plus exciting masterclasses such as seafood and charcoal/smoking fundamentals. Get ready to learn the secrets to smoking, grilling and perfect BBQ every time!
The Cooking Professor
Ready to whip up some magic in the kitchen? Head over to The Cooking Professor in Mount Hawthorn for a seriously fun and interactive experience! They offer a fantastic range of cooking classes and workshops for everyone. Learn how to make everything from Spanish paella to French macarons. Whether you’re an aspiring home cook, a professional chef, a kid eager to learn or a corporate group looking for a unique team-building activity. Classes start at $140 per person!
Mamma Giulietta
Learn to make Southern Italian favourites right here in Perth with Mamma Giulietta’s Home Cooking Workshops! Created by Juliette Iozzi, these workshops are all about diving deep into traditional, simple Italian cooking techniques, just like Nonna used to make. Get hands-on experience mastering the art of pasta making from scratch. Think perfect dough, rolling with a machine and crafting those soft, lovely potato or pumpkin gnocchi. Plus whipping up delicious, traditional sauces, we’re drooling just thinking about it. Designed to feel just like cooking at home with Mamma, full of flavour and love. Whether you want to perfect a classic Napoletana or try your hand at vegetable pasta, Juliette guides you through every step.
Shikisai Japanese Cooking Class
Master the art of Japanese cuisine in Perth, with Shikisai Japanese Cooking Class in Riverton. Offering intimate and personalized classes with a passionate and experienced Japanese chef! They offer a range of classes to suit different interests and skill levels, including focused sessions on things like Mirin & Soy Sauce and Sushi, as well as private, children’s, and family classes. With a focus on small class sizes for $150 per person, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of techniques and build your confidence in the kitchen.
Hot Things BBQ School
Get fired up with Hot Things BBQ School in Balcatta! As part of the Australian BBQ School network, their experienced pitmasters will teach you techniques for charcoal, gas and pellet grills in a relaxed and fun atmosphere that you can easily replicate at home. Plus, you get to sample delicious BBQ dishes and enjoy complimentary drinks while you learn! Their BBQ cooking classes are priced between $179.00 and $229.00 per person!
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