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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Perfectly Made Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the diverse flavors and colors of French macarons. In this comprehensive cooking class, you will explore the techniques behind creating flawless French macarons. You will learn how to balance flavors in blueberry cheesecake macarons and master the art of pairing vanilla bean macarons with mocha buttercream. By...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fresh Homemade Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Pasta is better when it's homemade from the heart! Discover how easy it is to make pasta from scratch in this fun cooking class! A chef instructor will show you the proper technique for preparing homemade pasta dough and savory sauces that burst with flavor. Pasta night at home will take on a whole new meaning when...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Trattoria Flavors Alight - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how Italian cuisine blends rustic charm with elegant simplicity. Dive into this cooking class where you’ll roll fresh pasta dough into tender fettuccine. Sear steak tagliata, balance it with bitter greens and toss pasta with pancetta and truffle oil. Finish with panna cotta’s creamy embrace....
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Paella Mastery Achieved
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice patience as you develop skills in Spanish cuisine. Dive into the heart of Spanish gastronomy with this cooking class that focuses on the iconic paella. You'll learn to balance the rich flavors of chicken and chorizo in your paella while also crafting complementary dishes like a refreshing kale salad and...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Moroccan Zest - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of crafting authentic Moroccan dishes as a pair. This cooking class immerses you in Morocco’s vibrant culinary traditions. Craft a zesty orange-mint salad, then master roasted chicken with caramelized onions and preserved lemon. Learn the art of saffron-infused couscous and crown your meal with...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Steak for Father's Day!
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat dad to a well-prepared steak dinner! Say "I love you" with a succulent steak dinner in this exciting cooking class. A chef instructor will guide you in preparing a world-class steakhouse meal as you sharpen your culinary technique. Discover how to perfectly sear a steak and pair it with elements that create bold...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Summer Dessert Frenzy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in the sweetness of summer with desserts that shine. This cooking class showcases the art of sweet summer desserts with treats like tres leches cake and yogurt panna cotta, all under the guidance of a renowned dessert expert. You'll learn to craft these desserts while gaining insights into their cultural...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Kids Cooking Series
Wings for Dad - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
The way to his heart is with food! This special cooking class is designed for families to celebrate Dad! Learn how to craft finger-licking chicken wings. A chef instructor will show you how to get dad's favorite game day snack perfectly juicy and crispy. Kids will also learn knife safety as they prepare veggie sticks...
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Woodland Hills
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Sunlit Flavors of South France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Develop your skills in preparing authentic Southern French meals. Join this culinary journey through the heart of Southern France, where flavors come alive in a cooking class that celebrates the region's culinary heritage. You'll weave a tapestry of tastes with a hearty Bouillabaisse and a sweet cherry clafouti, each...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Trio of Pizzas
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Begin your pizza-making journey with a deep dive into Italian traditions. Join this sophisticated cooking class to refine your pizza-making skills. You'll delve into the world of Italian cuisine, learning how to create a stunning carbonara-style pizza and other innovative dishes. Throughout the class, you'll focus on...
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Woodland Hills
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Tuscan al Fresco Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the joy of al fresco dining with fresh Italian flavors and outdoor cooking techniques. In a cooking class that celebrates the essence of al fresco Italian dining, you'll explore the simplicity and elegance of dishes such as grilled bread and tomato salad with basil vinaigrette. Led by an experienced chef,...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Dinner - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Make lasting memories with Italian creations! Bring the family for some good old-fashioned Italian fun with this cooking class! In this workshop, a chef instructor will teach you and the kiddos how to craft beloved Italian-American classics. Families will enjoy making fresh pasta dough, prepping chicken Parmesan and...
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