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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Quick Pan-Braised Dinners with Chef Gill
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Unlock the secrets to making easy, and quick pan-braised dinners If youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ve always wanted to make a quick and tasty dinner, try braising. ItĐ²Đ‚â„¢s an easy way to make great dishes. And this class will show you how to make great dinners fast. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll start with hearty Braised Mushroom and Roasted Garlic on...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Rustic Breads: Boules and Loaves with Chef Clemence
$225
Cooking Class
$225
Discover how to make fresh baked bread Few things are tastier than fresh baked breads. And during class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll discover how to make your very own. First, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn the science behind bread making by covering topics like wild yeast, fermentation, hydration and extraction. During class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll make...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Macarons with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to bake colorful and scrumptious macarons! No doubt about it, macarons are huge right now. And itĐ²Đ‚â„¢s not hard to see why. These little Parisian delicacies are delicious and cute. But they can be tough to bake. If youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ve learned the basics, but would like to further your skills, this class is...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Gifts and Confections with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Make treats and sweets to give out as gifts! If youĐ²Đ‚â„¢re having trouble coming up with great gift ideas, why not try making some! Chances are, your friends and family will love homemade treats for birthdays, showers or any other occasion. First, weĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll make honey sesame toffee, followed by peppermint...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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SMALL CLASS
Knife Skills 101 with Chef Christianne
$95
Cooking Class
$95
SMALL CLASS
Sharpen up your knife skills with Chef Christianne! One of the most important tools in the kitchen? The knife. And during this class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn how to properly use one. After you learn about the toolĐ²Đ‚â„¢s anatomy, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll discover how to use a boning knife, paring knife, chefĐ²Đ‚â„¢s knife and a...
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Chef Christianne or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Vegetarian Indian Dishes with Chef Kaumudi
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Want to make your veggies a little more interesting? Look no further. Ditch the plain broiled broccoli and learn how to prep vegetables in delicious, interesting ways. In this class, Chef Kaumudi will guide you on the basics of Indian cuisine, untangling the mysteries of working with complex sets of spices while...
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Chef Kaumudi or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Rustic Breads: Baguettes, Jam and Cheese with Chef Clemence
$225
Cooking Class
$225
Knead, stretch and bake your over own fresh baguettes! Few things go together better than baguettes, jam and cheese. And in this class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn how make your very own fresh bread in this comprehensive class. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll discover the science of yeast, shaping, cheesemaking and jams. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll also make...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Dinner in Thailand with Chef Roxana
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Make four different Thai dishes that are spiced just right If you love spicy Thai food, this class is for you. During class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn how to make a four-course Thai food meal. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll start with crowd-pleasing Spicy Chicken Wings, and then move on to classic Vegetarian Pad Thai, followed by sweet and...
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Chef Roxana or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Quiche and Savory Tarts with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the secrets to crafting crowd-pleasing quiches and tarts Bring the aroma of freshmade tarts into your home after you take this class. After a trip to the farmerĐ²Đ‚â„¢s market, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll return to class to whip up a savory caramelized tomato tart and a rich quiche lorraine. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll also learn how to make...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Chicken 101 with Chef Gill
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to make six tasty chicken dinners ThereĐ²Đ‚â„¢s a great reason why everything tastes like chicken. ItĐ²Đ‚â„¢s because itĐ²Đ‚â„¢s so versatile. During this class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll discover how to use the whole chicken to create four different dishes. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll strip the chicken of its skin and make juicy...
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Chef Gill or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Dessert Breads with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Unlock the secrets to making tasty breads. Get ready to cook with some butter! During this class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn how to create breads that are sure to make your home smell great and taste good too. During class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll bake a chocolate babka, a pear frangipane snowflake loaf and cranberry pumpkin bread. Each...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Secrets of Mother Sauces with Chef Jessica
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Whip up dynamic sauces that will complement most meals. Want to take your cooking up a notch effortlessly? Then try learning how to make dynamite sauces. This class will cover creating marinades, garnishes, soup bases and delicious dips. These are relatively simple and an easy way to elevate your cooking. During...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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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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