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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Valentine's
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Elegant French Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
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From gooey Camembert to ratatouille to poached pears, this French meal is a treat. Learn how to prepare a fine French meal with Chef Rebecca in this interactive cooking class. You'll make classic French dishes and learn a few key French cooking techniques as you prepare the meal together.
First, bake Camembert...
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Chef Rebecca
Los Angeles (Mar Vista)
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SMALL CLASS
Discover Authentic Italian Flavors
$125
Cooking Class
$125
SMALL CLASS
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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Valentine's
Modern Plant-Based Favorites
$130
Cooking Class
$130
Discover unique flavor combinations, making renowned global dishes with a plant-based take. During this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jackie will take you on a flavorful journey to discover exciting tastes from around the globe. You’ll bring to life dishes with Mexican, Mediterranean, Caribbean and French...
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Chef Jackie
Marina del Rey
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Desserts Done Italian Style
$99
Cooking Class
$99
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Toss a dash of enchanting Italian indulgence into your dessert arrangements. Of all the incredible culinary contributions Italy offers, the sweets in this cooking class are among the most tempting! You'll have a pressure-free setting and top-notch instruction, perfect for trying your hand at cream-filled bombolini,...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Vibrant Vegetarian Menu
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover new recipes to add to your vegetarian collection. Explore ways to add garden-fresh vegetables to your menu in this cooking class. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll learn new techniques and enjoy a fun culinary experience.
Start by tossing together a vibrant kale salad, perfectly balanced with oil, vinegar...
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Marc V. or Resident Chef
Los Angeles (Lake Balboa)
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SMALL CLASS
Exploring Sweet and Savory Flavors
$119
Cooking Class
$119
SMALL CLASS
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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From the Winter Farmstand
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Variety rules the menu in this creative winter session. Turn wholesome ingredients gleaned from field and garden into a magnificent meal with a cooking class celebrating the best of winter produce. With hearty dishes like mushroom ragu over creamy polenta, fennel salad dressed up with blood oranges and tangerine...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Il Tavolo Italiano
$99
Cooking Class
$99
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Linger in the lush traditions of deluxe Italian steakhouse dining. The Italian table is no mystery thanks to a cooking class dedicated to the incredible creations from the region. This steakhouse menu is brimming with tasty technique, from searing steak to crafting potato gnocchi to baking a classic butterscotch...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Fundamentally French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Soar to new levels of culinary expertise with an expert-led session in key French creations. If you're intrigued by the idea of adding homemade French cuisine to your dining life, this cooking class makes a savory introduction. Practice fundamental techniques to build on while preparing familiar favorites such as coq...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Savory Spanish Sizzle
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enthralling flavors from across the sea sail into your home dining life. Dishes from the other side of the globe arrive at your table in a cooking class featuring Spanish specialties. Learn about this rich culinary culture from an esteemed expert chef while following guided instruction in succulent pork loin in...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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Charming Japanese Confections
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the sweeter side of Japan's delicious culinary heritage. With the baked novelties in this hands-on cooking class, the traditions of Japanese baking open a new chapter in your personal cookbook. Watch and learn as your top-shelf instructor introduces you to a fluffy version of classic cheesecake, mochi donuts...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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No-Frills French Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
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The basics of gourmet cookery come to light in an eye-opening exploration of French classics. Discover a simpler way to consider French cuisine with a cooking class that makes authentic methods easy to understand. Your top-tier instructor is ready to demonstrate essential techniques you can build on as you make...
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Chef Gus or Resident Chef
Woodland Hills
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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