Beginner Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
Sometimes it seems like everybody else knows how to cook. They likely learned from a great chef along the way, whether it was a parent or a friend. Well, you can take your culinary education to the next level: learn from a professional chef. Some of the best chefs in America live in LA, and there are plenty of Los Angeles area cooking classes perfect for beginners. Sign up today and boost your confidence in the kitchen.
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Bread, Doughs and More in Santa Monica
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Bring the tempting flavors and aromas of freshly baked goods into your home! Believe it or not, it’s relatively easy to bake bread, bagels and more! Discover your inner bread maker with the expert guidance of our outstanding chefs who are ready to share the secret of how to make that perfect dough. This...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Proteins and Pan Sauces with Chef Gill
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Uncover the ease and elegance of one-pan meals. If you’d like to discover ways to make dinnertime exponentially more satisfying and simple, this class with expert Chef Gill is for you.
Chef Gill will share his trade secrets throughout the class, beginning with perfectly cooked salmon drizzled with classic...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Classic Cookie Sandwiches with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to create sweet cookie sandwiches from scratch. Go beyond basic baking in this hands-on dessert class with Chef Clemence, an accomplished pastry chef who will impart her best techniques to making decadent and surprising cookie sandwiches filled with a variety of confections.
First, you’ll craft...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Paella! with Chef Jessica
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to make three classic Spanish dishes. During this class, you’ll learn how to create three traditional, palette-pleasing Spanish plates with Chef Jessica, who will impart her knowledge of international food from Spain’s southernmost region.
The class begins with a course of chilled tomato...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Cooking with Wine with Chef Gill
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to cook with wine to make amazing meals! You can do more with wine than just drink it. And Chef Gill—who is dedicated to crafting healthy seasonal fare—will teach you how to make a great meal with fresh ingredients.
After picking up some wine from the store, you’ll learn how to make...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Beef Wellington 101 with Chef Gill
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the culinary secrets behind a gourmet classic, beef Wellington. Beef Wellington is a classic gourmet dish for a very good reason: It's flavorful, indulgent and elegant. Chef Gill — who has taught at the Le Cordon Bleu Los Angeles for nearly a decade — will show you how to make everything that goes...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Intro to French Macarons in Santa Monica
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn the secrets to making delectable French macarons. Macarons are delicious French morsels, and now you can make your own. Chef Clemence—who trained in France and has a deep passion for buttery pastries—will give the skills you need to make these adorable desserts.
During class, you’ll learn...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Pot Pies with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make hearty and delicious pot pies. Pot pies are amazing! And Chef Clemence—who trained in France and has a deep appreciation for anything buttery—will teach you the skills so you can whip up these tasty treats yourself.
During class, you’ll make a roasted chicken pot pie with a...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Flourless Cakes with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover how to make decadent and gluten-free flourless cakes Yes, you can make decadent cakes that are gluten-free. And Chef Clemence, who trained in France and made her first cake at 11, will show you how.
During class, you’ll make mousse-like flourless chocolate cake, hazelnut marjolaine with French...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Don't be Chicken: 5 Meals in Minutes with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover all the ways you can cook this tasty bird. Get ready to do the chicken dance as you cook up breasts, wings, legs and drumsticks. Chef Clemence who picked up her advanced cooking skills in France, and you’ll teach you how to braise, roast and fry that bird to perfection.
During class, you’ll...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Favorite French Stovetop Dinners with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make hearty and classic French stovetop dinners French cooking doesn’t have to be complex. And Chef Clemence, who was raised in France and grew up learning French cooking techniques will show you how to make classic French stovetop dinners....
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Fried Chicken and Waffles with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make downright delicious fried chicken and waffles Pastry Chef Clemence will show you how to whip up classic chicken and waffles. Get ready to learn how to make crispy waffles and discover the secrets to making a perfect and tender piece of fried chicken.
You’ll also make thick-cut bacon and...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
Who are cooking classes in Los Angeles suitable for?
Anyone with a taste for culinary creativity can get in on the thrill of taking cooking classes in Los Angeles. These sessions are custom-built for budding cooks and beginners who are ready to get their adventure underway. Whether you’ve never cooked a meal or you prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, there’s a place for you behind the counter. If you’re eager to introduce your children to the art of cuisine, you’ll find family-friendly cooking classes that invite younger chefs into the kitchen to learn the basics alongside the grown-ups. When it comes to learning how to go gourmet, culinary classes in Los Angeles can help everyone get started.
What should I expect during a cooking class in Los Angeles?
Every two- to three-hour cooking class in Los Angeles is designed to provide fun in an easy-going and informative format. You’ll have expert instruction from an esteemed local chef with experience in teaching cooks of all abilities how to elevate their skills. Depending on the menu, you may whip up a multi-course meal or create a selection of specialty dishes, all while practicing necessary techniques and honing your gourmet sensibilities. The classroom community includes fellow aspiring chefs who’ll provide encouragement and inspiration as you work. Once finished, you’ll get to savor the food you’ve created while sharing conversation and laughter with your new foodie friends.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Depending on which cooking classes in Los Angeles you choose, you’ll learn a different set of cooking techniques that may overlap with your existing abilities. You may also encounter entirely new practices that give you a chance to expand your talents in a new direction. Every session features opportunities to hone your knifing skills, refine your talent for spices and seasoning and uncover your instincts for food pairings and flavor combinations. With specialty sessions, you can focus on baking and dessert making styles from classic to contemporary, learn to prepare your own traditional pasta, explore the steakhouse traditions of Europe and much more.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class in Los Angeles?
The primary perks of getting in on cooking classes in Los Angeles are centered around food, naturally. From mastering a more elegant way of considering cuisine to uncovering international dishes that reinvent your dining line-up, you’ll gain new insight and skills for making delicious dishes that expand your existing menu. On a personal level, you’ll acquire a sense of accomplishment and renewed confidence in your ability to create food that nourishes and satisfies just about every appetite you may have. Add to that a sense of community and friendship with your fellow foodies and cooking classes in Los Angeles become a recipe for layer after layer of sweet success.
What types of cooking classes in Los Angeles can I choose from?
Cooking classes in Los Angeles offer guests an array of options ranging from California specialties to delights from halfway around the world. Zero in on your favorite cuisines, selections like Latin, Mediterranean and Asian-Pacific, or recreate the local dishes you love. You can also focus on specialty sessions that broaden your baking horizons, expand your grilling skills and redefine your expectations for elegant desserts. And for the momentous occasions in life, you can sign up for holiday courses, date night experiences and team building workshops where food is the focus. With so many enticing culinary lessons in Los Angeles available, you’ll find sessions that let you bring whatever you’re craving to the table.
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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