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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Discover Authentic Italian Flavors
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Create unforgettable Italian fare in this immersive cooking experience Bring the romance of Rome to your table in this Italian cooking class led by an expert chef. You'll learn the importance of using the finest ingredients to create traditional flavors and learn to differentiate between different olive oils for the...
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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The Art of Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the magic of homemade croissants! Become a croissant connoisseur in this hands-on cooking class! With an expert chef, you’ll learn the art of crafting flaky, buttery croissants from scratch. Master techniques like folding and laminating to create golden layers and achieve the ideal texture. This...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Italian American Comfort Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Revel in the pleasures of homestyle cooking! In this fun cooking class, you'll learn how to prepare a comforting Italian-American meal with the guidance of a chef instructor. Begin with crispy chicken Milanese accompanied by a fresh arugula salad. Next, you'll craft the perfect gnocchi with a rich tomato-cream sauce...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Exploring Sweet and Savory Flavors
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Impress your friends and learn how to create an array of tempting treats This cooking class will appeal to foodies who enjoy both sweet and savory flavors. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you'll explore the finest ingredients, learning how to prepare them professionally to create an array of delectable dishes....
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Chef Carole
Culver City (Carlson Park)
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Delightful Italian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add a touch of la dolce vita to your summer dinners with skills taught in this Italian feast. Discover how to create a summery Italian menu at this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Marc V. Your expert chef will keep things fun as they show you how to prepare a whole menu of Italian favorites.
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Sherman Oaks
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Sweet Macaron Moments
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a sweet treat-making endeavor! Indulge in the art of macaron-making with this fun cooking class. Learn from professionals how to create decadent chocolate-dipped strawberry macarons with rich ganache filling and smoked sea salt caramel macarons for the perfect balance of sweet and salty. You’ll master...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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French Meal - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy some charming French cuisine together! Treat your loved one to a romantic French cooking class. Alongside an expert chef, you’ll both prepare a rich coq au vin paired with a winter green salad topped with blue cheese and candied bacon. Top off the evening with a decadent dark chocolate soufflé with...
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Chef Anthony or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Conquering French Cuisine
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Practice your gourmet technique with this trio of classic creations. For the cook who longs to explore authentic French methods, this hands-on cooking class is a session in delicious discovery. Let Chef Hannah introduce you to a collection of recipes that bring a stroke of cultural cuisine to your table.
You'll...
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Chef Hannah
North Hills
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Intro to Italian Pasta Making
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn to craft restaurant-quality menu of Caesar salad, pasta, garlic bread and panna cotta at home. Enjoy a fun Italian cooking class with a top-rated Chef Cregg. Participants will learn important skills and techniques for preparing authentic Italian dishes, from homemade dressing to pasta from scratch....
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Chef Cregg
Los Angeles (Downtown Los Angeles)
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Plant-Based Party Bites
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to craft some fun bite-sized foods to enjoy the poolside or outdoorsy gatherings with friends. Impress your party guests this summer with new cooking skills learned in a poolside plant-based bites cooking class led by a gourmet Chef Jackie. In this hands-on lesson, you'll discover essential cooking tips and...
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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...
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Chef Stacy H.
Los Angeles
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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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Chef Pierre C.
Serving the Santa Monica area
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