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Who we are.

We are an expert team dedicated to teaching culinary technique—for over 20 years. 

What we do.

We teach those who love to cook, how to cook with more confidence—completely online.

How we teach.

We shoot premium instructional videos—combined with personalized chef support.

Explore our most popular starter courses for home cooks.

At Rouxbe, we take proven culinary foundations and translate them into approachable, step-by-step lessons that home cooks can follow and apply in their own kitchens.
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Cook's Roadmap

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Cook’s Roadmap is the ideal online cooking course for anyone seeking top-quality lessons, expert guidance, and personalized chef feedback—right from home. Perfect for busy parents, holistic nutritionists, enthusiastic hosts, retirees, and aspiring entrepreneurs dreaming of a food truck or catering business, this flexible program builds skills and confidence in the kitchen while fitting into your lifestyle.
  • For beginner-to-intermediate levels
  • Earn 52 CEHs from the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals
  • Pairs well with Seafood Literacy course and Jacques Pepin Techniques course
  • Financing, or gift cards available
Buy $299
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Intro to Plants

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Your gateway to plant-based cooking, this online course starts by building confidence with essential cooking techniques, then explores plant-based methods like steaming, substitutions, and more. Whether you’re curious about vegetarian meals, transitioning to vegan living, or simply adding more plants to your plate, this is the perfect starting point for mastering delicious, healthy, plant-based recipes at home.
  • For beginner-to-intermediate levels
  • Earn 48 CEHs from the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals
  • Pairs well with Essential Vegan Desserts course
  • Financing, or gift cards available
Buy $299
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Seafood Literacy

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Rouxbe Chef Instructor Barton Seaver—renowned sustainable seafood expert and educator—guides you in sourcing, preparing, cooking, and serving seafood with care, from sea to plate. Gain the confidence and skill to highlight the unique flavors and textures of fish, shellfish, and sea greens while supporting sustainable fishing and responsible sourcing. Developed in partnership with the James Beard Smart Catch Foundation and NOAA (fishwatch.gov).
  • For intermediate level
  • Supported by the generosity of Beaver Street Fisheries
  • Earn 15 CEHs from the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation
  • Gift cards available
Buy $299
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Our community of cooks and chefs agree – Rouxbe offers more than your average cooking class.

Home cooks and professional chefs alike praise Rouxbe’s online courses for hands-on, skill-building instruction.

We partner with a variety of leading programs and instructors.

Courses from culinary legends and leaders like Jacques Pépin, Dan Buettner, Fran Costigan, and other top chef educators — all through Rouxbe.
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Blue Zones Longevity

Learn plant-forward, longevity-focused cooking with Dan Buettner, founder of Blue Zones. Explore recipes and techniques inspired by the world’s longest-living populations.
Buy $149

Jacques Pepin Techniques

Cook alongside French culinary icon Jacques Pépin with exclusive online lessons. Gain tips and techniques while supporting The Jacques Pépin Foundation’s community kitchen programs. 
Buy $90
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Essential Vegan Desserts

Discover egg- and dairy-free dessert techniques with acclaimed vegan pastry chef Fran Costigan. Transform classic recipes into plant-based favorites through her expert instruction.
Buy $499

Make room for macrons, doughnuts, and more with Rouxbe baking and pastry courses.

Rouxbe’s Pastry Arts Program was created with the founders of The French Pastry School, Sébastien Canonne, M.O.F., and Jacquy Pfeiffer, James Beard Award-winning author—both honored with the French Legion of Honour.
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Pastry Arts

Learn the foundations of pastry, baking, and cake decorating with step-by-step guidance from top chefs.
Buy $399
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Bread Baking Arts

Master breads, quick breads, and breakfast pastries with hands-on instruction and approachable techniques. 
Buy $999
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Cake Decorating

Explore advanced cake decorating skills for any occasion, from piping and fondant to presentation and serving.
Buy $699

Overwhelmed by options?

While Rouxbe offers 100% online learning, we are backed by a team who cares about your journey. Whatever your Rouxbe question, send us an email and we'll help you figure it out. 
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Advance your culinary career with these Rouxbe professional courses.

Rouxbe’s professional courses are chef-developed and fully certified, providing structured guidance, mentorship, and practical training to support professional development in a culinary career.
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Professional Cook

Comprehensive training for aspiring chefs and serious home cooks. Learn classical techniques, kitchen organization, and recipe development.
Buy $1299
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Plants Professional

Advanced plant-based culinary training for health-focused cooks. Master plant-forward menus, nutrition-driven recipes, and chef-approved techniques.
Buy $1799
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Food Coach Academy

Train to become a food coach with expert guidance and practical strategies to help others reach wellness and nutrition goals.
Buy $2999

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Rouxbe and how does it work? Rouxbe is the world’s leading online culinary school, offering video-based lessons, guided activities, and personal feedback from professional chef instructors. Unlike recipe sites or YouTube videos, Rouxbe teaches foundational cooking skills you can use every day at home.

2. Who are the Cook With Us courses designed for? These courses are ideal for home cooks who want to feel more confident in the kitchen—whether you’re cooking for your family, exploring healthier meals, or testing the waters before pursuing a food business.

3. What are the top courses I should start with? Most first-time students begin with one of these three: Cook’s Roadmap → A broad, “just right” starter course to build confidence in the kitchen. Introduction to Plant-Based Cooking → A flexible entry point for anyone curious about eating more plants without overhauling their lifestyle. Seafood Literacy → A unique course that makes shopping, preparing, and cooking seafood approachable for everyday meals.

4. How much time do I need to commit? Most courses are self-paced. Students usually spend a few hours a week watching lessons, practicing in their own kitchen, and submitting assignments for feedback. You control the pace.

5. Do I get feedback from real chefs? Yes. One of Rouxbe’s biggest advantages is direct, personalized feedback. Our chef instructors—experienced professionals—review your assignments, answer questions, and guide you along the way.

6. Is this for beginners or professionals? Both. The Cook With Us collection is designed with home cooks and beginners in mind. But many professionals, including nutritionists and aspiring food entrepreneurs, use these courses as stepping stones to more advanced Rouxbe programs like Professional Cook or Plant-Based Pro.

7. What if I have dietary restrictions? Our lessons are flexible and can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free cooking. We also offer specialized courses such as Introduction to Plant-Based Cooking, Culinary Rx (prescribed by clinicians), and Plant-Based Nutrition: The Plantrician Project for deeper support.

8. How much do the courses cost? Prices vary by course. The Cook With Us collection is intentionally priced to be approachable, starting with affordable options like Cook’s Roadmap, Introduction to Plant-Based Cooking, and Seafood Literacy. Financing and gift cards are also available.

9. Do I get a certificate when I complete a course? Some courses come with a certificate of completion you can proudly share with friends, family, or even employers. Some courses also carry Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) approved by professional organizations.

10. Why choose Rouxbe instead of free cooking videos online? Free videos can show you recipes—but they don’t build lasting cooking skills. Rouxbe provides structured learning, interactive assignments, and expert feedback, so you don’t just watch cooking—you actually learn how to cook.

11. Why choose Rouxbe over a traditional culinary school, even those offering online options? Rouxbe provides chef-developed, fully certified courses that combine the flexibility of online learning with hands-on instruction, video lessons, and personalized chef feedback. Unlike many culinary schools, you can learn at your own pace, practice in your own kitchen, and access content designed for both home cooks and aspiring professionals.

12. How do you define classical cooking, plant-based, and specialty courses?
- Classical cooking focuses on traditional techniques, knife skills, sauces, stocks, and foundational recipes that form the backbone of professional cooking.
- Plant-based courses teach cooking with vegetables, grains, legumes, and other plant-forward ingredients, often with health and wellness guidance.
- Specialty courses cover other skill-specific or dietary-focused programs.

Try out Rouxbe with a free lesson.

Choose from one of 3 favorite lessons chosen by the Rouxbe community. Includes access to all the lesson content, your Rouxbe account dashboard (after account creation), and more. 
Make Doughnuts
One of our most visited and completed lessons from the entire Rouxbe offering. Part of the Rouxbe Bread Arts baking course.
How to make stock
Take stock of making stock, one of the top fundamentals for chefs and cooks so everything tastes better. Found in multiple Rouxbe courses.
Pepin: Knife Skills
Explore knife skills, another top technique fundamental for any and all cooks, from the legendary Jacques Pepin.  

Don't forget—when you purchase a Rouxbe course, you receive lifetime access to your content. 

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