Beginner Cooking Classes in Santa Monica, CA
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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Simply Mediterranean
$160
Cooking Class
$160
Combine seasonal ingredients with basic techniques for an authentic Mediterranean cooking experience. With Chef David as your gastronomy guide, you will gain culinary confidence and find your new favorite dish with regional recipes like fattoush and gyros.
First, chop and mix crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes and...
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Verified Chef
Chef David S.
Serving the Santa Monica area
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New Year
HIGH DEMAND
Sophisticated Sushi
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Boost your sushi expertise with fun and engaging culinary sessions. Explore signature sushi recipes in this cooking class designed to bring your culinary skills to the next level. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare your favorite restaurant-style sushi selections.
Start by slicing raw fish and...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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SMALL CLASS
Voyage of Asian Flavors
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Embark on a journey of discovery covering a trio of beloved global cuisines. Discover the essence of authentic Vietnamese, Korean and Thai dining with an in-person cooking class that brings adventurous cooking to your home kitchen. Chef Carole is your guide for a tour of these incredible cultures, each offering a...
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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Incredible Thai Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dive into the classic flavors of Thai cuisine in this interactive cooking class. Join an esteemed chef for a fun take on the five pillars of Thai cooking: Sweet, salty, bitter, sour and spicy. Learn knife skills, how to assemble and roll crab spring rolls, sear seasoned chicken and stir-fry vegetables in a wok. You...
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Verified Chef
Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Thanksgiving
An Italian Date Night
$159
Cooking Class
$159
Learn how to prepare beautiful, decadent recipes worthy of the most romantic rendezvous. In this interactive Italian cooking class, Chef Mert shows you how to prepare a love-inspired meal featuring fare from Italy from start to finish using only the most fresh ingredients.
Begin with three varieties of herbed...
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Verified Chef
Chef Mert
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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Iconic Italian Pizzeria Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn pizza perfection from scratch to the first slice! Join Chef Stacy for an exciting cooking class where you’ll craft a vibrant pizza-themed feast with starters, a variety of tasty pizzas and dessert. This hands-on lesson is perfect for food lovers looking to level up their pizza game while enjoying a fun and...
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Chef Stacy H.
Los Angeles
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Thanksgiving
Moroccan Chicken Tagine and More!
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to cook a full Moroccan meal from start to finish from scratch. Chef Yasmina invites you to her vibrant, welcoming home for this hands-on Moroccan cooking class. The saffron hues and open architecture enhance the incredible cooking journey you are about to embark on.
Smell the aromas of stewing meats and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Yasmina
Los Angeles (Culver City)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Traditional Pasta With a Twist
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Chef Pierre provides you with a truly authentic, yet unique pasta-making experience. In this class, Chef Pierre guides you through the intricacies of authentic Italian cooking and pasta making. Learn the secrets to preparing your own exquisite pasta creations, starting with well-crafted dough from scratch.
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Verified Chef
Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Santa Monica area
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Holiday
Wholesome Warmth of Nourishing Treats
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Craft soul-warming snacks and sips with whole ingredients and cozy flair. In this seasonal cooking class, guests join esteemed Chef Hannah for a cozy and nourishing culinary experience. Discover how to create a full menu of festive treats made entirely without dairy, gluten or refined sugar with vegan options...
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Chef Hannah
North Hills
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New Year
Ravioli Revelry
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to craft artisan raviolis and authentic Italian sauces by hand with Chef Luana. In this hands-on class, Chef Luana will teach you the art of ravioli making, an artisanal skill that is lost to most modern home cooks. Crafting ravioli from scratch is an impressive feat and Chef Luana teaches you everything you...
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Verified Chef
Chef Luana
Los Angeles (Central LA)
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Lebanese Plant-Based Feast
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Explore the exquisite flavors of a classic Lebanese mezze with a plant-based twist. During this engaging cooking class, Chef Jackie will guide you into the secrets of making authentic Eastern Mediterranean dishes. She’ll help you prepare a delicious 100% plant-based Lebanese menu.
You’ll start by preparing two...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in Santa Monica
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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.