Beginner Cooking Classes in Santa Monica
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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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.
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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
Santa Monica
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Ravioli Workshop with Chef Stefano
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Italian Chef Stefano will teach how to make tasty ravioli If you love ravioli, this class is for you. During class, Italy native Chef Stefano will show you how to make, roll and fill ravioli....
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Chef Stefano or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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French Macarons: The Valentine's Day Edition with Chef Clemence
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make French macarons just in time for Valentine’s Day French macarons are delicious and beautiful. And Chef Clemence—who grew up in France and made her very first cake at age 11—will show you how to make these gorgeous desserts in shapes ranging from hearts to ovals.
You’ll...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Valentine's Chocolate Truffles with Chef Ruth
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Craft Valentine’s Day-ready chocolate truffles. If you love chocolate, this class is for you. Master Chocolatier Ruth, who has trained at some of the world’s best pastry schools, will give you the tools you need to make delicious truffles.
You’ll begin with filled caramel truffles, continue with...
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Chef Ruth or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Caramel and Butterscotch Desserts with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Unlock the secrets to making decadent caramel and butterscotch There are few things we love more than melted sugar soaked with cream and butter. And Chef Clemence—who trained in France and has appreciated buttery desserts since she was a child—will show you how to make beloved caramel and butterscotch...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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French Country Cooking with Chef John
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn the skills to make hearty French country cuisine French country cooking is beloved and delicious. And Chef John—who dedicates his spare time to traveling and learning more about other country’s cuisine—will give you the tools to make these hearty dishes....
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Chef John or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Egg Cookery 101 with Chef Jessica
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to master making great classic egg dishes. Eggs are a miracle food. And Chef Jessica—who’s dedicated to living a healthy lifestyle and cooking nutritious and tasty food—will show you the secrets to making really great eggs....
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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