Beginner Cooking Classes in San Fernando Valley
The San Fernando Valley’s professional chefs love teaching beginner cooking classes! Everyone started somewhere, and these pro chefs are no different. They tie their aprons one string at a time. They’re happy working with newbies in the kitchen. There’s no better way to learn to cook than with a professional chef! Book today for an incredibly flavorful and fruitful first time in the kitchen! Let these classes springboard your first dive into cooking.
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Great for Groups of 13-30
Explore Vietnamese Flavors
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Treat your team to unique flavors with this Vietnamese-inspired spread. Build your teamwork skills as you craft Vietnamese-inspired recipes in this hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca. Work side-by-side as you learn how to expertly slice and dice ingredients, cook meat and more.
First, you'll...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
SMALL CLASS
Elegant French Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
From gooey Camembert to ratatouille to poached pears, this French meal is a treat. Learn how to prepare a fine French meal with Chef Rebecca in this interactive cooking class. You'll make classic French dishes and learn a few key French cooking techniques as you prepare the meal together.
First, bake Camembert...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Bread Baking Made Simple
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate artisanal breads in this immersive class. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a bread-making adventure that spans the world. Start with Middle Eastern flatbread topped with dukkah, bake Italian focaccia with rosemary and roasted garlic and finish with...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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New Year
SMALL CLASS
Exploring Sweet and Savory Flavors
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Impress your friends and learn how to create an array of tempting treats This cooking class will appeal to foodies who enjoy both sweet and savory flavors. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you'll explore the finest ingredients, learning how to prepare them professionally to create an array of delectable dishes....
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Authentic Dishes From Philippines
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to cook like a true local from the Philippines under step-by-step guidance. Explore rich, comforting Filipino flavors in this exciting cooking class and discover the joy of Filipino cuisine. A highly skilled chef will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft three beloved dishes that may just rival...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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Vibrant Vegetarian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover new recipes to add to your vegetarian collection. Explore ways to add garden-fresh vegetables to your menu in this cooking class. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll learn new techniques and enjoy a fun culinary experience.
Start by tossing together a vibrant kale salad, perfectly balanced with oil, vinegar...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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Italian Culinary Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover why these Italian recipes are considered essential. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a cooking class filled with essential Italian favorites. Start with authentic spaghetti alla carbonara, followed by a light fennel and pear salad. Then, learn to...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Ultimate Thanksgiving Dining
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master essential Thanksgiving techniques and recipes, from roasting to dessert, and impress your holiday guests. Get ready for the ultimate Thanksgiving feast in this essential cooking class! Learn crucial techniques to enhance your holiday menu with confidence. Master herb brining and roasting on chicken—skills...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Delightful Italian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add a touch of la dolce vita to your summer dinners with skills taught in this Italian feast. Discover how to create a summery Italian menu at this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marc V. Your expert chef will keep things fun as they show you how to prepare a whole menu of Italian favorites.
You’ll begin with...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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CHEF’S PLACE
Craft Dumplings
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make perfect dim sum and impress with homemade dumplings. Experience the charm of dim sum in this hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn why it translates to “touch the heart” as friends come together to enjoy bite-size delights. Master the art of dumpling-making, from folding and pleating to...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Master Flaky Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets of crafting perfect croissants from scratch. Step into our three-hour cooking class and discover the art of crafting croissants from scratch. Led by our expert chef, you’ll create a savory croissant with roasted leeks and gruyère cheese, along with a classic pain au chocolat filled with rich...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF’S PLACE
Seasonal Macaron Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master autumn flavors with pecan pie and gingersnap macarons, plus pumpkin-brandy buttercream, in our class. Indulge in the sweetness of fall with our 3-hour macaron cooking class, featuring autumnal flavors. The chef instructor will guide you through creating two delightful types, pecan pie, and gingersnap macarons...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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