The Best Unique Dining Experiences in Santa Monica
Cooking classes, private chefs, food tours & more in Santa Monica
Are you looking for best things to do in Santa Monica? Santa Monica may not be known for its food, and the pier may be its most visible landmark, but you shouldn’t shortchange the food and chefs of Santa Monica. Our chefs offer intimate, personalized experiences that will wow you as much as the beaches.
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Cooking Classes
CHEF’S PLACE
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Cooking Class
$109
Beautiful Summer Tarts
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Verified Chef
Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Cooking Class
$125
Sophisticated Sushi
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
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SMALL CLASS
Cooking Class
$129
Master the Basics of Chinese Cuisine
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Chef Carole
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cooking Class
$129
Food That Empowers Your Mind
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Chef Luana
Santa Monica
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Private Chefs
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Private Chef Meal
$119
Sweet and Savory Brunch
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Chef Mert
Travelling to guests in Santa Monica
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Hibachi Catering
$60
The Ultimate Hibachi Experience
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Chef Adam or Local Hibachi Chef
Travelling to guests in Santa Monica
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Private Chef Meal
$99
Old-Fashioned Poolside BBQ
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Chef Pierre C.
Travelling to guests in Santa Monica
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Private Chef Meal
$109
Southern Hospitality
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Chef Ashley
Travelling to guests in Santa Monica
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Food Tours
Food Tour
$105
Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites
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Guide Bobby or Local Guide
Venice
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Weekend Food Tour
Weekend Food Tour
$105
Explore Venice Beach
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Guide Bobby or Local Guide
Venice
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Mixology Classes
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-25
Team Building Activity
$139
Fusion Feast: Cross-Cultural Group Quest
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Chef Francesca
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 13-30
Team Building Activity
$149
Teaming Up for Thai Cuisine
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Chef Cregg
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 13-30
Team Building Activity
$149
Sushi Battle Royale
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Chef Cregg
Santa Monica
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CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Cooking Class
$125
Sophisticated Sushi
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Online Experiences
Available Today
Fully Interactive
Online Cooking Class
$49/Person
Japanese Soufflé Pancakes With Crème Brûlée Twist
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Chef Stacey
Hosted Online
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Fully Interactive
Online Cooking Class
$45/Person
Homemade Pasta and Panna Cotta
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Chef Davide
Hosted Online
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Fully Interactive
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Health-Boosting Mocktails
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Chef Angela-Michelle
Hosted Online
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Cooking Class + Mixology
Fully Interactive
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Hawaiian-Style Luau Party
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Verified Chef
Chef Stacy D.
Hosted Online
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