Beginner Cooking Classes in Santa Monica
Professional chefs love teaching beginners! Everyone started somewhere, and these chefs are happiest teaching new chefs because they remember being there too. You’ll have the best time cooking for the first time. There’s no better way to learn to cook than with the help of a professional! Book today for an unforgettably delicious culinary experience! Let a hands-on class springboard your first dive into cooking.
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Exploring Italian Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Come for an experience of a lifetime, preparing truly Mediterranean recipes. Explore the non-pasta side of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you how to make a simple Italian salsa verde to pair with your perfectly cooked pork loin chops. Then, you’ll learn to assemble a...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Summer in Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport yourself and your partner to a summery evening in Tuscany. If romance to you means sharing a four-course Tuscan feast, this cooking class is your perfect date night. You’ll start by preparing juicy grilled chicken infused with lemon and rosemary. Then, roll up your sleeves to make pillowy potato gnocchi...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Crafting Korean Fried Chicken
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Use your favorite Joyce Chen shears to help you create the ultimate Korean fried chicken. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll use your Joyce Chen shears to create a Korean-inspired feast centered around the iconic Korean fried chicken; crispy, golden and coated in a sticky garlic glaze that’s utterly addictive....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Southeast Asian Night Out - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your next date night with the bold, aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia. Spice up your next romantic evening with a hands-on cooking class inspired by the vibrant flavors, colors and aromas of Southeast Asia. You and your partner will start by learning how to make fresh shrimp spring rolls, paired with a rich...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Chocolate Extravaganza
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mastering Chocolate in Every Form. Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate — indulge in everyone’s favorite sweet in this bake-centric cooking class. From brownies and mousse to gelato, you’ll use different flavor combinations with each recipe to create three unique, chocolaty treats. A chef instructor will...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fromage & Freedom: Bastille Day Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in a traditional French feast to celebrate France's national day. Celebrate your love for France with this festive Bastille Day cooking class. Begin with savory gougères: light, airy pastries filled with bacon, thyme and Gruyère. Then move on to seared scallops bathed in brown butter, brightened with capers...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Parisian Night Out - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport yourself and your partner to a romantic restaurant in Paris, in your home kitchen. If your perfect date night involves crafting a French-inspired meal together, this cooking class is made for you. You and your partner will prepare juicy, pan-roasted chicken simmered in wine and fresh herbs. On the side,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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The French Pastry Shop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience French Flair in Every Bite as You Master Pâtisserie Perfection. Recreate patisserie favorites in this bake-centric cooking class! A seasoned chef instructor will guide you through the tips and tricks of creating the beloved French pastries from scratch. Take in the art of making homemade laminated dough,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Grill, Glaze, Savor - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience gourmet in style dining from grill to torch. In this cooking class, an expert chef will show you how to create a fabulous dinner using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients sourced from land and sea. Learn the secrets of grilling steak and cooking shrimp to perfection every time. Using herbs and spices,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Latin Steakhouse
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the essence of Latin Flavors Grill, Stuff and Salsa and satisfy your sweet cravings. Explore the savory flavors of Latin America in this interactive chef-led cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you how to perfectly grill flank steak to pair with a fresh chimichurri sauce. You’ll form masa into...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fresh From the Farmers' Market
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy seasonal produce at its peak in this fresh and fun cooking lesson. Discover the joy of seasonal cooking in this vibrant cooking class focused on peak summer produce. You’ll begin with a refreshing watermelon salad, brightened with tangy feta and fresh mint. Next, prepare a flavorful pasta tossed with crispy...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Calzones and More! - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Experience a Pizza Palooza in this family cooking class for dough lovers. Bring the family along to an exciting cooking class where you'll learn how to mix a foolproof dough that makes more than just pies. You’ll learn to shape pizza knots and practice filling and folding a sausage calzone. Plus, you will take...
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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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