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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Exquisite French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the timeless refinement and allure of classic French cuisine. An expert chef imparts the enduring culinary traditions of France in this gourmet cooking class. Guided by the instructor, you’ll practice tried-and-true methods for crafting an elegant menu. From preparing salmon en papillote and braising...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Pasta on the Terrace
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a vibrant Italian menu perfect for al fresco dining. The recipes you’ll prepare in this hands-on cooking class are brimming with bright summer flavors and timeless regional techniques. Follow along with the chef as they demonstrate the steps for making fresh pasta dough. Roll and cut homemade fettuccine for...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Enchanting French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight in the culinary heritage of France with these timeless recipes. The menu for this gourmet cooking class celebrates the revered traditions of French cuisine. Driven by technique, this chef-guided lesson covers kitchen fundamentals from pan-roasting succulent chicken with fragrant herbs and developing robust...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Iconic Bangkok Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Immerse yourself in the signature flavors, textures and aromas of popular Thai cuisine. This hands-on cooking class transports you to the streets of Bangkok with famous Thai dishes. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll fry sweet and tangy corn and lime fritters, learn tips for making perfect pad thai, develop the...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Daily Bread Sampler
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn tips for making a selection of breads perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This interactive cooking class elevates your bread-making skills with guidance from an expert chef. Start your morning with a delicious fusion, raspberry danish focaccia. You’ll use a Dutch oven to prepare rustic French bread, ideal...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Northern Italian Comfort
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This rustic menu feels like a warm hug from the heart of Northern Italy. In this hands-on cooking class, an esteemed chef transports you to the north of Italy while preparing a cozy, regional feast. Learn to craft iconic dishes like hearty osso bucco to pair with creamy Parmesan cheese polenta and roasted broccolini....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Spanish for Sharing
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Gather around the table for a robust menu of Spanish specialties. This immersive cooking class explores Spanish culture and cuisine with a feast of signature recipes from paella to tapas. Guided by an esteemed chef, you’ll learn traditional methods for preparing an authentic seafood paella along with classic small...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Cozy Seasonal Bakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate sugar, spice and everything nice in these decadent sweater-weather desserts. This hands-on cooking class focuses on the art of baking as you craft a selection of treats including pastry, custard and brownies. You’ll top flaky tartlets with luxurious caramel apple filling and balance rich chocolate with...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Pasta Night Elevated
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Upgrade the classic pasta dinner with gourmet techniques from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class blends timeless Italian charm with fine dining finesse to create a showstopping menu. An esteemed instructor demonstrates traditional methods for preparing fresh pasta dough that you will cut into homemade...
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Woodland Hills
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Bavarian Bliss - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight in classic Old World flavors with an elegant modern touch. This immersive cooking class transports you and your sweetheart to the charming villages of Bavaria with gourmet recipes inspired by traditional German cuisine. Follow along with a world-class chef as you prepare signature dishes with upscale finesse...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Autumn Macaron Magic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft fall-inspired macarons with rich, seasonal flavors and elegant techniques. Immerse yourself in the flavors of fall with a sweet macaron-focused cooking class. Dive into the art of crafting delicate macarons with rich, seasonal fillings. You'll master the techniques for creating hazelnut macarons with a...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Lively Latin Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary tour of Latin America with this bold, colorful menu. You’re invited to experience the warmth and vivacity of the Latin kitchen in this immersive cooking class. Bask in the aromas of Peruvian spice-rubbed chicken on the grill and delight in the bold flavors of rice and black-eyed peas with chorizo....
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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