Beginner Cooking Classes San Fernando Valley

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alice M. March, 2026

Booked the class Handmade Pastry Creations with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We made a cake and a few pastries! The class was very intersting and fun. Marc really made the class enjoyable. I typically walk away with one or two good takeaways from cooking classes that I have taken in the past but I learned SO MUCH more from Marc in this class! He explained everything so well while making the experience intersting and fun and DELICIOUS!! I have already recommended this class to several people!! The class itself was very well orgonized and the space is very clean with a nice eating area. Really had a great experience and will try other classes as well!

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Nicole Lasher . January, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We had such a fun time learning how to make sushi…a terribly fun experience!

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Jenna M. January, 2026

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Kamilla, our chef was informative, attentive and very personable. She helped us make such easy yet rich flavorful Thai food. I liked that we got the option taste each food one at A time. The cooking class was everything I hoped for and more! We only had 3 tables which gave private feel which was perfect for my boyfriend’s birthday gift. However, one thing is that one of the participants turned out to be a live streamer and he was distracting. Chef and the class was perfect, but may be in the future, you pre-screen participants to see if they plan on bringing a full production. Otherwise, thank you for a wonderful experience!! Thank you, Kamilla!!!

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Jodi S. January, 2026

Booked the class Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We had an amazing time! Our family of 8 cooked pho, spring rolls and crepes. Everything was delicious! Our chef was patient, fun & interactive. Will definitely do this again.

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Jessica C. December, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We had an amazing sushi cooking experience to celebrate my husband’s birthday. From the very beginning, they responded very quickly to messages and were always available and attentive. The experience was fun, pleasant, and truly special. I was very grateful for the opportunity to learn about the origins of everything and a bit of the history behind sushi, which made it even more meaningful. I would definitely do this again in the future and highly recommend it.

Audrey I. October, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Kamila was amazing!! She made the whole night so special. The meals were really good and easy to make. Highly recommend her and will most definitely be going again.

Paula L. October, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We had the absolute best time making sushi with Chef Kamilla today! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and making it such a fun, relaxed experience. Everything was super fresh, well organized, and easy to follow — and the sushi turned out so good! Highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a fun and tasty activity! Love, Paula & Ivan

Melanie S. May, 2025

Booked the class Handmade Pastry Creations with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

This was by far one of the favorite classes my mom and I have ever taken, and we’ve done quite a few! Chef Marc was an absolute delight. The vibe was warm, welcoming, and full of positive energy. The class framework was thoughtful, engaging, and incredibly well-executed. What truly sets this class apart is the attention to detail. Every aspect of the experience was immaculate. From the clear directions to the venue (complete with a contact number), to the interior setup, comfortable room temperature, and beautifully presented stations. The kitchen tools were high quality, ingredients were neatly laid out with laminated table cards, and even the table settings were on point. And as someone who comes from both an operations and creative background, I have to say: Chef Marc's recipe template is hands-down the best I’ve seen from any chef-led class. Every detail felt intentional and appreciated, no stone left unturned. Bravo, Chef Marc! This class deserves a standing ovation.

Paige V. April, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Great experience! Truly memorable. Yum

Libby J. April, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We weren’t exactly sure what to expect, but it was an awesome experience. We made sushi with Kamilla and it was soooo fresh, tasty, and fun! We really enjoyed learning different techniques and trying so many variations of sushi. It was a great time (and a lot of food - go hungry)! The cooking space was nice, too.

Eboni F. October, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

This is a scam. Do not book.

McShane I. September, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Loved it!!

Caren S. July, 2025

Booked the class The Grill's Time to Shine with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

We had a GREAT time!!! The food was delicious - chefs were very knowledgable! It was a great way to celebrate my husbands birthday.

Henry C. April, 2019

Booked the class Steakhouse at Home with Chef Jen in Northridge

An awesome date-night experience. Chef Jen did an outstanding job of hosting a relaxing Friday evening diner date for my wife and me. The menu consisted of Crabcakes served with a green bean frisée salad, New York steak with a cabernet mushroom sauce, chipotle creamed corn and finally whipped potatoes. The meal was delicious. We will definitely look into booking another event in the future. -Henry

Jeremy R. July, 2018

Booked the class Steakhouse at Home with Chef Jen in Northridge

This was an awesome experience! The meal was fine restaurant quality but Jen made it easy to follow and understand. We will be back to chef Jen! We highly recommend her!

Ryan S. June, 2018

Booked the class Steakhouse at Home with Chef Jen in Northridge

Chef Jen was amazing and the food was fabulous! She really goes in depth on how to make a great meal. She answered every question that I had with perfect answers. We will definitely see her again.

Carola M. March, 2017

Booked the class Flavors from Around the World in Monrovia with Chef Alex in Monrovia

With a chef like Chef Alex ,who is interest in all things food, cooking and teaching, you can be sure to learn a thing or two by attending one of his classes.

Jessica G. November, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Listen, it was fine. She was amazing and super sweet. We did, however, ask for Kosher, and she had no idea aboyut that so our food restrictions were not relayed to her. And then when we did tell her that we're Kosher she wasn't clear on whether or not the ingredients had shellfish in it or not. Also, we did not have a choice in protein which is what the class had explained that we would, or that was the impression I was under. The main dish was wayyyyy too salty, the beef had been pre-seasoned and in my opinion inedible. Other than that she was wonderful and we learned things. It was fun.

Kristin F. July, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We took this class as part of corporate team-building, and we had a fantastic experience! Marc was highly knowledgeable, kind, and a great teacher. Would definitely do this again and will recommend to others!

Chris Reyes . July, 2026

Booked the class Signature Summer Grilling Made Simple with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

We Cooked Steak, grilled veggies, made a relish for the steak, potato salad, and had amazing peach ice creme for dessert. Had a great date night.

Sophia G. June, 2026

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Wonderful class with lots of tips and technique included! Highly recommend

Elliot J. June, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning how to make sushi!! The head chef made the experience both fun and engaging, and the sushi we prepared was delicious

Janelle L. May, 2026

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Thai food. Amazing instructor, authentic cuisine and great participants.

Caroline L. March, 2026

Booked the class Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

The class was very enjoyable and Marc is very knowledgeable and easy to interact with. We had fun date night and enjoyed a delicious meal.

Layla I. February, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

It was so much fun! We did the Valentine’s Day class and made sushi. Thank you for the amazing experience.

Dinesh Sadhwani . January, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Amazing class we learned so much while enjoying first class food would highly recommend it

Brenda Manke . January, 2026

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Thai food is our favorite. Love the hands on experience. Our Chef was great. Patient, explaining what we are doing and why, the goal we want. And oh so delicious.

Richard B. January, 2026

Booked the class Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

My wife and I had a lovely time learning Vietnamese cooking, our chef and entire group was friendly and fun, and the food was delicious. Highly recommend!

Finn M. January, 2026

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

It was incredible! Marc is an amazing teacher, and the whole process from start to finish was both exciting, and very insightful. The food we made was SO tasty that we are going to be cooking it at home in the future!!

Ross C. January, 2026

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Sushi. Enthusiastic, attentive chef.

Win C. December, 2025

Booked the class Hearty Tamales for Beginners with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

I always have wanted to take a tamale class. This was fun and educational. Thanks Chef Zak!

karin a. December, 2025

Booked the class Vietnamese Cuisine Unpacked with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Kamilla Kurmanbekova is outstanding! She has you do put the entire meal together, explains how and why you add the ingredients you do, shows you how to chop and cut like an expert chef, and she is a gifted conversationalist, -- making you feel welcomed, appreciated and valued. This Vietnamese cooking class was the very best cooking class I've ever taken.

Bree M. November, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

A fantastic date night and overall experience!! We learned a lot about Thai cuisine and how to cook fresh and delicious meals. The chef instructor was friendly and gave us great pointers on cooking in general. It’s amazing how easy it is to make delicious and fresh meals at home, we just needed some guidance! Thank you for a great anniversary dinner/ experience. We can’t wait to try your other cooking courses and even your art classes!!

Benjamin W. October, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Absolutely incredible. Clear and helpful guidance. We were with Kamilla who answered all our questions and provided multiple opportunites to practice. The class came with notes afterwards so I didn't need to take notes. We left encouraged and inspired to cook. I've taken a couple of cooking classes with too much lecture or too little directives. Kamilla had a perfect balance between doing and talking.

Judy J. September, 2025

Booked the class Chocolate Fantasy with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

It was an absolutely great class with a very sweet teacher and I was happy I came. Can’t wait to make the chocolate desserts.

Aiden Stolting . September, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Fun

Jesse S. September, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

This class was exceptional. Not only was everything well prepared and set up, but Camille (spelling?) was such a great chef, host, and kind person. The other guests there became instant friends. I highly recommend this class and looking forward to another class.

Michael U. August, 2025

Booked the class Croissant Masterclass with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

Chef Bailey was so fun- she has a terrific laugh! Thank you for such a fun class! Michael & Gwenn

Alexandria F. August, 2025

Booked the class Macarons, Macarons and More Macarons with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

Teacher was great! The class felt a bit crowded. I would have preferred two to a station rather than four.

Mikayla B. August, 2025

Booked the class Authentic Dishes From Philippines with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

We had a great time with the Cozymeal cooking class. Marc was a lot of fun, and the space was cozy, well-organized, and felt like home. It was the perfect setting to cook and bond. The recipes were simple (thanks to Marc’s prep work) and everything turned out delicious. We also appreciated that Marc was happy to let us take our time enjoying the dinner and accommodated the extra time.

Carole R. July, 2025

Booked the class Moroccan Zest - Date Night with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

We had chef Jen for the lessons and she was great. The recipes were easy to prepare and full of flavor! We cooked in the kitchens and everything was well stocked. Very fun!

Myron M. June, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Residence Chef Kamilla was 5 stars. Great experience for me and the team. Will look to do this again soon.

Kalani C. June, 2025

Booked the class Trattoria Flavors Alight - Date Night with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

Thank you so much Chef Anthony. We had a BLAST, great teacher.

Luke B. April, 2025

Booked the class Delicious Dim Sum with Chef Jennifer in Woodland Hills

Had a terrific time. Chef Bailey was excellent.

Riley H. February, 2025

Booked the class Sophisticated Sushi with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

It was great!

Inbal G. January, 2025

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Marc is so personable and played great music and brought the best vibes. We really enjoyed and the food was delicious!

Tim G. December, 2024

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Really fun and comfortable experience taking a cooking class here. The class is in a converted house, which makes for a really interesting space that can accommodate cooking, a dining area, and plants and an outdoor garden that provide some of the ingredients you cook with! We took the Distinctive Tastes of Thailand class - food was delicious, and I appreciated learning about each individual ingredient and how it contributes to the recipe. I'm not much of a cook, but I felt at ease and empowered in the class, and came away with a some new skills, knowledge and recipes in my arsenal.

Dhairya P. November, 2024

Booked the class Distinctive Tastes of Thailand with Marc V. in Sherman Oaks

Took the class with Kamilla Kurmanbekova; she did an excellent job taking us through the courses, explaining why we were doing things a certain way, and the result was amazing dishes. She kept us entertained throughout the process and kept it casual while still being informative. Would highly recommend giving it a shot.