Cooking classes in Johannesburg

5 classes with local chefs. Who teaches, what you cook, how long, how much, and how to book.

Cooking class

A personalized lesson in your own kitchen for beginners or improving cooks.

Who teaches: Chef Gerhard
How long: 3 hours
How much: R850 per person
What's in it: A 3-hour private cooking session in your own kitchen with personal guidance from Chef Gerhard, recipes to take home, a shopping list, practical cooking techniques, kitchen confidence coaching, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
How to book: Talk to us (the page has a "TALK TO US" button; no email, phone or online booking is stated, and the product currently shows as sold out)

Cooking class

Personal cooking and baking lessons tailored to your needs.

Who teaches: Leoné Gardner
What's in it: Lessons are held in your own kitchen using your own equipment, and whatever is made is yours to eat; the page does not state a group size or whether a market visit, lunch, wine or recipes are included.
When: Lessons run on weekday afternoons or Saturdays; Sundays and evenings on special request.
How to book: Call or WhatsApp 079 140 6277, or email leone@thefeastfairy.co.za. The school will try to reply within 48 hours.

Cooking class · Randburg

One-to-one cooking tuition from a private professional chef.

Cooking class · Craighall

A private hands-on celebration with a generous shared meal.

How long: Public classes run four hours, with about two hours of hands-on cooking followed
How much: 850.00 including VAT per person (public classes)
What's in it: Public classes include the full recipe pack and a taste of every dish, with a sumptuous meal after cooking; classes are in social groups of four with 15 to 18 recipes; private classes include a welcome with arrival snacks, iced tea and cold water, but do not include sponsored wine and the venue is not licensed (guests may bring their own drinks, with no corkage charge).
When: Public classes listed for 27 October 2026 to 17 November 2026; most are sold out, with 11 seats available for The Global
How to book: Book online through the website; or send a booking enquiry or email info@thecookery.co.za for private events

Cooking class

You cook: tagliatelle with ragù, ravioli stuffed with mushroom and ricotta, burnt butter and sage sauce, sushi (maki and nori), hearty winter soups with home made bread, Greek feast tapas-style menu with hummus, tzatziki, flatbread, chicken souvlaki , Mexican street food with empanadas, fish and beef tacos, salsa and churros, curry evening with butter chicken, dhal and paratha
How long: 3 hours
How much: R880 per class (sushi classes R950)
What's in it: Recipes are supplied in the class, classes are interactive so each guest or couple cooks their own meal with the chef's instruction, you can taste each element, and you can choose to just observe with a glass of wine; gift vouchers are valid for 6 months.
When: Thursday evenings, 6:30 to 9:30pm. The page says adult cooking classes will resume in February 2027.
How to book: Email info@thecookingkitchen.co.za or call/text 083 326 4933 (mobile). Gift vouchers are also offered.

Details come from each school's own site and can change; confirm when you book. Cooking classes in other cities.

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