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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Rustic Italian Harvest
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Gather around the kitchen for a celebration of late summer in Italy. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll practice fundamental skills while exploring the culinary heritage of Italy. Follow along with an esteemed chef as you prepare hearty pork chops with salsa verde and stir wild mushroom risotto. For dessert,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Korean Barbecue Staples
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a tantalizing spread featuring the signature flavors and textures of Korean barbecue. This interactive cooking class celebrates iconic Korean barbecue from marinated beef to the flavor-packed banchan served on the side. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll grill bulgogi and make scallion pancakes. Stir fry...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Dinner at Downton Abbey
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dine in the luxury of Yorkshire’s elite with an elegant gourmet feast. This themed cooking class features a French-inspired menu that might grace the tables of the famous estate. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll sear scallops to perfection to bathe in Champagne beurre blanc. Infuse pommes dauphine with fragrant...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in timeless elegance and flavor with your special someone. Join this French cooking class for an elegant evening of culinary delights. Learn to create classic French dishes, including tender seared scallops with a creamy lemon-chive beurre blanc and a rich potato gruyère and thyme gratin. You’ll also master...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Wine-Infused Gourmet - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take wine pairings to the next level with this high-end menu. In this interactive cooking class, an expert chef shares tips for incorporating different wines into an upscale feast. Learn to develop a luscious chianti sauce to pair with prosciutto-wrapped chicken and stir oaky chardonnay into creamy pecorino risotto....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Romantic Gourmet Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your date night with delicious and elegant chef-inspired dishes. Discover the art of gourmet dining with this cooking class. Learn to prepare exquisite dishes such as pork tenderloin Wellington, complemented by roasted fall vegetables with farro. For dessert, delight in a caramelized apple dutch baby. This...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
From chop to Julienne, unlock culinary creativity with knife genius. Join this hands-on cooking class to hone your knife skills, led by a seasoned chef instructor. Discover the art of perfecting foundational knife techniques, from the delicate julienne to the precise chiffonade. Learn the importance of knife...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Create Tarts and Pies for the Harvest Season
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice dough-making and decorating in a festive fall setting. Roll up your sleeves and learn the basics of fall pie baking in this cooking class in Los Angeles. Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to prep flaky crusts, shape them for pies and tarts and bake off a sweet lineup of...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Korean Bite-Sized Bliss
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the vibrant flavors of korea with small dishes that bring big tastes. This cooking class is your gateway to savoring the rich flavors of Korea through delicious bites. You'll learn to craft a variety of tasty Korean morsels, from crispy dumplings with a savory dipping sauce to tender barbecued beef wrapped in...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Italian Culinary Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets of crafting elegant Italian dishes. Join this Italian-inspired cooking class for a taste of la dolce vita. Discover how to create elegant dishes such as succulent scallops with a zesty orange gremolata and cavatappi pasta paired with grilled zucchini and herbed ricotta. Learn the art of preparing...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Design Comforting Mediterranean Recipes From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice light, fresh cooking techniques with big Mediterranean flavor. Spice up your home cooking in this Mediterranean-inspired cooking class in Los Angeles. With guidance from Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll roast chicken with preserved lemon, craft a bright carrot and feta salad and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Hearty Italian Recipes Made Simple
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Blend tradition and seasonality in a flavorful Italian cooking session. Celebrate the season with this Italian fall cooking class in Los Angeles. Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to shape gnocchi, sear chicken wrapped in prosciutto and build a rich marsala sauce from scratch. Then,...
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Woodland Hills
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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