Pastry Classes in Los Angeles
Pastries are a food that demands precision and exacting attention. Expert pastry chefs, however, make them seem easy. You’ll learn the basics of dough, the intricacies of temperature modulation, and the nuances of using different types of sugar in your confectionary creation. Los Angeles pastry cooking classes take the mystery out of perfectly-baked pastry, so you can indulge your sweet tooth any time. Sign up today.
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Classic French Croissant Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of flaky, buttery croissants and elevate your baking to new heights. Craft exquisite French croissants in this cooking class. Dive into the flaky, buttery world of croissant-making as you create decadent dark chocolate almond croissants and savory classics filled with gruyère and caramelized onions....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Iconic French Cuisine Fare
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Make a 4-course meal fit for a king with the help and guidance from Chef Rick. This hands-on cooking class will teach you the essential French dishes and flavor pairings. Guided by top-rated Chef Rick you will learn to prepare classic French dishes and techniques.
To begin the culinary session, you’ll learn how...
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Chef Rick
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Holiday
Crafting Cozy Café Bakes
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Warm, indulgent bites and drinks to craft and share. In this charming baking-focused cooking class, guests join top-rated Chef Hannah for a cozy café-inspired experience filled with rich, satisfying treats. Learn to brew the perfect cup of coffee or tea before diving into classic recipes that warm the soul....
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Chef Hannah
North Hills
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Holiday
Festive Sweets and Treats
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Prepare holiday-inspired treats and enjoy a fun, nostalgic kitchen experience. This holiday-themed cooking class brings a touch of elf-inspired whimsy to your kitchen, channeling the magic and cheer of holiday movie classics. Led by Chef Jackie, this session combines playful, festive themes with a lineup of holiday...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Christmas
Spanish Dishes for Home Cooks
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create Spanish classics from gazpacho to churros in this hands-on experience. Explore the exciting flavors of Spain in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ashley. Perfect for food lovers, this session focuses on creating iconic Spanish dishes with fresh ingredients and bold spices.
Begin with a choice of patatas...
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Chef Ashley
Serving the Los Angeles area
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Holiday
Chocolate Delight Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate elegant desserts inspired by chocolate. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a dessert-filled cooking class dedicated to chocolate. Learn to make chocolate crêpes with mascarpone cream and berries, then dive into a chocolate pot de crème that’s...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Countryside Seasonal Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate rustic elegance with countryside-inspired flavors. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a French countryside cooking class filled with comfort and tradition. Begin with chicken chasseur cooked in a hearty hunter’s sauce, then prepare pommes persillade...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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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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Mastering French Pastries Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the art of laminating dough and craft turnovers, palmier cookies, and the perfect Kouign-Amann. Most French pastries start with a single dough. In this 3-hour cooking class, learn how to transform it into delicate, flaky layers. The laminating process will be covered, followed by creative tasks such as filling...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Thanksgiving
Mastering Apple Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn to make apple pie with caramel filling and lattice top in this cooking class Elevate your apple pie in this cooking class with a delicious upgrade! The chef instructor will teach you to craft a flaky pie crust from scratch and create an apple filling enhanced with salted caramel. You'll also master the art of...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Spice Dessert Treat
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate autumn flavors with a sweet baking class. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a seasonal baking class that’s equal parts cozy and fun. You’ll make a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie filled with warm autumn spices and topped with a golden sugar...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Christmas
Make Festive Macarons From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll up your sleeves and bake beautiful macarons this holiday season. Join Chef Anthony or one of the talented resident chefs in Woodland Hills (Los Angeles) for a holiday macaron cooking class that brings French pastry flair to your Christmas celebrations. You’ll prepare candy cane swirl macarons with a peppermint...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
How much do Pastry classes in Los Angeles cost?
You can find a wide variety of cooking experiences to meet budgets of all ranges. Pastry classes in Los Angeles are based on a tiered structure that is based on various details, including the type, size, length and skill level of the class. A more advanced session will come in at a higher rate than a beginner class. The menu and the chef will also play a part. Prices typically range from $59 to over $100 per person. The starting price can be found at the top of this page.
Who are these Pastry classes suitable for?
Whether cooking courses are held in the Arts District, at a vegan café in Silver Lake, in pastry schools or at a Korean BBQ in Koreatown, these classes are suitable for home chefs of all ages and skill levels. Families with young kids and teens are welcome to join a class designed to introduce budding chefs to the joys of cooking, baking and grilling. Join a session with your best friends, book club or office colleagues. Classes are perfect for date nights, team-building experiences, solo outings and any other occasion you can invent.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With pastry classes in Los Angeles, you can expect to find a warm and welcoming ambiance whether you’re a beginner or an advanced home chef looking to boost your culinary resume. You’ll work alongside a gourmet chef and other students while learning about essential kitchen skills and practicing traditional techniques from local, regional and global cultures and cuisines. Chefs arrive at cooking lessons with ingredients, tools and knowledge needed to prepare a menu. All you need to do is show up with a positive attitude and the desire to learn.
What Pastry techniques and skills will I master?
Depending on the class, you’ll jump right into the kitchen scene by learning essential skills like measuring, kitchen safety, slicing techniques and much more. With pastry classes, you may learn how to mix batter, laminate flaky layers of pastry dough and fill tarts with sweet and savory mixtures. Discover the differences in choux, puff, filo and shortbread varieties. After the class, enjoy sampling the eclairs, baklava, quiche and croissant creations you’ve prepared.
What are the benefits of taking a Pastry class?
The best cooking classes and pastry courses offer confidence-boosting guidance, the mastering of new skills and the chance to take home new recipes to recreate for family and friends. You’ll work with a gourmet chef and meet other culinary enthusiasts while having a fun and engaging time in the kitchen. Spend time bonding with family members while you learn how to bake a cake, prepare croissant dough or layer flaky baklava. This is your chance to explore your culinary dreams and ask questions and advice from world-class chefs.
What types of Pastry classes/menus can I choose from?
Top pastry cooking classes featuring pasta making, pastry lessons, bread baking and sushi making are at your fingertips in the LA area. Master skills for grilling juicy burgers, preparing crispy fries, blending taco seasoning, layering French dip sandwiches and slicing ingredients for California-style pizza. If you’ve ever dreamed of recreating your favorite recipes from eateries in Thai Town, Koreatown or the Arts District, these cooking sessions are the perfect way to bring these flavors home. You could also learn how to prepare strawberry doughnuts inspired by the Donut Man in Glendora or soul food items found at the historic Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffles in Hollywood.
Where do the classes take place?
Pastry making classes in Los Angeles take place at venues all over the City of Angels, whether it’s a chef’s private studio, a third-party venue or your own kitchen. Chefs who arrive at your location bring all the ingredients, tools and gear needed to conduct fun and engaging sessions. Culinary classes can be held at restaurants, cafés, banquet rooms and more from Hollywood, the San Gabriel Valley and Pacific Palisades to Beverly Hills and beyond.
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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