Pastry Classes in Los Angeles
Pastries are a food that demands precision and exacting attention. Expert pastry chefs, however, make them seem easy. You’ll learn the basics of dough, the intricacies of temperature modulation, and the nuances of using different types of sugar in your confectionary creation. Los Angeles pastry cooking classes take the mystery out of perfectly-baked pastry, so you can indulge your sweet tooth any time. Sign up today.
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Modern Tarts with Chef Clemence
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover how to create delicious tarts! Tarts will impress just about anyone. They’re savory or sweet. And they’re the perfect size. And you can make your own that just about everyone will love during this class. During this session, you’ll craft decadent Chocolate Ganache Tarts, a savory Passionfruit Meringue...
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Chef Clemence 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 farmer’s market, you’ll return to class to whip up a savory caramelized tomato tart and a rich quiche lorraine. You’ll also learn how to make a pate...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Rustic French Desserts with Chef Clemence
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Whip up decadent, fresh French pastries Travel to Provence with this French dessert making class. It’s no secret that many of the best desserts originate from France, and you can bring them home to your table. During this class, you’ll learn how to craft apple tarte tatin, chocolate mousse with candied almonds,...
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Chef Clemence 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, you’ll learn how to create breads that are sure to make your home smell great and taste good too. During class, you’ll bake a chocolate babka, a pear frangipane snowflake loaf and cranberry pumpkin bread. Each loaf...
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Intro to Cake Decorating with Chef Clemence
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the basics of cake decorating Want to make cakes like the ones you see on TV? Well, first you’ve got to start with the basics, and this class will give you the foundations you need. You’ll be given easy to learn, step-by-step techniques so you can make your own gorgeously decorated cake. Bring your appetite....
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Chef Clemence or Resident Chef
Santa Monica
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Gluten Free Desserts
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gluten free and delicious desserts! These desserts may lack gluten, but they definitely do not lack in deliciousness and flavor! Learn how to bake peanut butter cookies, chocolate cupcakes, and blackberry and raspberry scones. Located in West Hollywood, you will be baking in Chef Elisa's bakery.
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Chef Elisa
Los Angeles (Venice)
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Baked Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake scrumptious desserts with Chef Betsy! In this baking class, Chef Betsy will teach you how to prepare three heavenly desserts, including her legendary pecan blondies, moist and artfully frosted cupcakes, and a decadent cake, like her creative s’mores cake topped with torched marshmallows.
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Chef Betsy
Los Angeles (Mid-City)
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Perfecting Pies and Tarts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make a variety of sweet pies and tarts with Chef Betsy! In this baking class, Chef Betsy will teach you how to make a variety of impressive desserts. She'll show you how to make a beautiful cherry pie, providing great tricks about how to quickly pit cherries. You'll also learn how to make a lemon chess...
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Chef Betsy
Los Angeles (Mid-City)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Los Angeles
How much do cooking classes in Los Angeles cost?
The cost of cooking classes depends on the chef, event, and group size. Starting prices are listed on each class page, but final pricing is determined by a tiered structure based on your group size, along with any applicable fees or optional add-ons included in your selected class. Generally, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
Experiencing a cooking class with your significant other, best friends, family or colleagues is a great way to have an amazing time you’ll never forget. Cooking classes are ideal for cooks of all abilities, from fundamental courses for beginners just getting started to intermediate and advanced for experienced cooks looking to enhance their talents. With kids, teens and family fun sessions, cooks of practically any age can get in on the fun and develop skills they can build on. From celebrating birthdays and anniversaries to enjoying romantic date nights and energizing team building moments among coworkers, there are cooking lessons that cover every occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
Expect to have an incredible time connecting with friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues. You'll find your culinary class to be a casual setting that inspires and encourages culinary creativity among you and your fellow students. Everything you need to create your chosen menu is provided, including all ingredients and tools required. Enjoy step-by-step instruction from a top shelf local cook with a talent for helping others reach their potential and discover the joy of food prep. You'll even have time to enjoy the dishes you've prepared with everyone in your class.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master fundamentals like knifing techniques and choosing the right tools for the kitchen task at hand, as well as more advanced techniques such as handmade pasta prep and expert-level sushi creation. Pick up time-honored methods from global cuisines and explore the principles of modern gastronomy. Every session helps sharpen your talents, whether you're acquiring skills for preparing Korean favorites like the menu at Baroo or honing your sensibilities for specialty seafood like Loreto offers.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Taking a cooking class provides a menu of invaluable benefits, from developing confidence in the kitchen to expanding your possibilities for delicious dining to forging bonds with fellow foodies. Explore the background of some of your favorite international dishes while working with a first-rate local chef servicing Echo Lake, Venice and beyond. With every class, you'll add new skills and knowledge to your repertoire. You’ll have an amazing time and walk away with great memories made alongside friends, family, or coworkers.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The top cooking classes in Los Angeles offer guests an array of options ranging from farm-to-table specialties to international classics. Courses in Latin, Mediterranean and Asian-Pacific let you bring some of the best global dishes to your table, while specialty sessions in desserts, bread making, sushi making, pasta making, and BBQ help you hone in on specific techniques. You'll also find the best cooking classes for creating full holiday meals, conjuring steakhouse menus and preparing your favorite sushi creations.
Where do the classes take place?
Los Angeles cooking classes take place in a variety of locales, including the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. Many choose to have the chef bring all of the ingredients and equipment necessary to conduct the class in your home kitchen or office space for an experience that personalizes the gourmet fun. From Italian culinary classes in Westwood to Vietnamese cooking courses in Los Feliz, you'll find a venue image and driving map on every listing to get you headed in the right direction.
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