What separates a good pizza from a great pizza? It all starts with the crust. We'll make homemade  dough and turn it into two different pizzas and a calzone. Then we'll whip up the perfect salad for the season using heirloom tomatoes.

Menu:

• Grilled Flatbread Pizza with Mushrooms, Brie & Oregano
• Calzone w/ Italian Sausage, Broccolini, Ricotta & Marinara Sauce
• Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Arugula & Chilies
• Heirloom Tomato Salad with Chive Vinaigrette & Garlicky Croutons

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

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Private Event

Private Event

Private Event

Private Event

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Come learn to use the fragrant and floral spices of Morocco in dishes that are easy and full of flavor. We'll make a traditional tagine, homemade harissa and the chicken phyllo pie called "bastilla."

Menu:

• Chicken Phyllo Pie with Saffron Aioli
• Chickpea & Whitefish Tagine with  Spiced Yogurt
• Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Salad with Homemade Harissa & Lemon
• Rice Pudding with Rosewater Stewed Apricots

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Private Event

Private Event

Bring a date or just a friend to our popular Friday Night with Friends Series. We are celebrating the end of Summer with a Mediterranean Tapas menu paired with Spanish wines. This is the perfect entertaining menu for that late Summer dinner party.

Menu:

• Grilled Tomato Bread with Manchego
• Spanish-Style Garlic Braised Prawns
• Mediterranean Meatballs stuffed with Feta and Herbs
• Cornmeal Tart with Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomatoes & Olives
• Chocolate Espresso Pudding Shots

 Limit - 8 pairs        HANDS-ON

1 seat = 2 people $140 per pair (price includes wine)

Wines provided by Bacchus Wine, Manhattan Beach

Private Event

Private Event

Private Event

Private Event

We're taking inspiration from the street food of Thailand, Vietnam, Italy and Paris in this fun and eclectic menu. Full of flavor and personality, these dishes will bring flavors from around the world into your kitchen.

Menu:

• Grilled Stuffed Flatbread with Fontina, Prosciutto & Caramelized Onions
• Grilled Spice-Rubbed Pork in Butter Lettuce Cups with Apple-Cucumber Raita
• Thai Golden Curry Noodle Bowl with Shrimp & Summer Vegetables
• Mini Cinnamon Fried Dumplings with Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

This is a class everyone should take at least once! You will learn to use your most  important kitchen tool. We will discuss the three essential knives you should have and practice basic knife skills that will improve (and speed up!) your cooking.

MENU:

• Perfectly Grilled Chicken
• Classic Ratatouille

Bring your largest knife (chef's knife) and smallest knife (paring knife) to class with you. Come to class 15 minutes early if you'd like to have your knives sharpened.

$60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

We're taking inspiration from the street food of Thailand, Vietnam, Italy and Paris in this fun and eclectic menu. Full of flavor and personality, these dishes will bring flavors from around the world into your kitchen.

Menu:

• Grilled Stuffed Flatbread with Fontina, Prosciutto & Caramelized Onions
• Grilled Spice-Rubbed Pork in Butter Lettuce Cups with Apple-Cucumber Raita
• Thai Golden Curry Noodle Bowl with Shrimp & Summer Vegetables
• Mini Cinnamon Fried Dumplings with Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Surfas Restaurant Supply & Gourmet Food, Culver City

In this Beef Primer you'll learn about the 8 Primal Cuts of beef and how to cook each one to perfection. We'll discuss choice vs. prime and where to buy the best beef products. We'll be searing, grilling and braising beef to make three fantastic main dishes along with the best roasted potatoes you've every had.

Menu:

• Pepper Seared Steak with Fresh Tomato-Balsamic Pan Sauce
• Tequila-Lime Grilled Skirt Steak Salad
• Beer Braised Short Rib Sliders with Chipotle-Molasses BBQ Sauce & Quick Pickled Onions
• Roasted Potatoes with Blue Cheese and Mint

$65 per person - HANDS ON      Limit 16 people
 

Class will be held at:
Surfas Restaurant Supply & Gourmet Food
8777 Washington Blvd
Culvery City, CA 90232
(310) 559-4770

Start celebrating Halloween early with our Haunted Gingerbread House Decorating. We supply the pre-assembled house, black and orange frosting and tons of candy and treats for decorating.

Kids of all ages are welcome.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

$40 per house (one child per house only)

Our Famous Grilled Cheese, Fresh Fruit and Drinks will be served.

There are some dishes every cook should have and we think these four represent the very best of the Fall season. Perfect for weeknight dinners and casual entertaining, once you've made these four dishes you'll keep coming back to them again and again.

Menu:

• Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Chipotle Cream
• Apple Cider & Sage Braised Pork
• Best Ever Meat Lasagna with Creamy Bechamel Sauce
• Apple Cobbler with Cinnamon Biscuits and Vanilla Ice Cream

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving for the first time or you're a seasoned holiday veteran, join us for a class filled with basic techniques, innovative ideas and tips on how to plan for this important meal. We'll make all elements of a perfect Thanksgiving dinner and discuss how to keep your turkey moist, how to keep your mashed potatoes hot and how to get the cooking done quickly so you can enjoy the party.

Menu:

• Butterflied Roasted Turkey with Red Eye Gravy
• Portabello & Whole Wheat Bread Stuffing with Sage Browned Butter
• Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Rosemary-Garlic Butter
• Carrot, Apple & Fennel Hash
• Chipotle-Lime Cranberry Relish

 $70 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Surfas Restaurant Supply & Gourmet Food, Culver City

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving for the first time or you're a seasoned holiday veteran, join us for a class filled with basic techniques, innovative ideas and tips on how to plan for this important meal. We'll make all elements of a perfect Thanksgiving dinner and discuss how to keep your turkey moist, how to keep your mashed potatoes hot and how to get the cooking done quickly so you can enjoy the party.

Menu:

• Butterflied Roasted Turkey with Red Eye Gravy
• Portabello & Whole Wheat Bread Stuffing with Sage Browned Butter
• Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Rosemary-Garlic Butter
• Carrot, Apple & Fennel Hash
• Chipotle-Lime Cranberry Relish

Class will be held at:
Surfas Restaurant Supply & Gourmet Food
8777 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 559-4770

Baking season is officially here and we are ready with four sure-fire desserts for your holiday table. Learn our take on the perfect pumpkin pie and how to make the simple and classic Apple Tarte Tatin.

Menu:

• Pumpkin Butterscotch Pie
• Individual Sticky Toffee Puddings with Medjool Dates, Pecans & Toffee Sauce
• Cranberry-Orange Streusel Shortbread Bars
• Classic Apple Tarte Tatin with Bourbon Cream

Get your kids ready for the biggest food holiday of the year with our two-day Kids Thanksgiving Cooking Camp. They'll learn to make turkey and all the sides!

Day 1 - Thanksgiving Feast

• Apple Roast Turkey Breast with Cider Gravy
• Mashed Potato Gratin
• Creamy Green Beans with Crispy Onions
• Pumpkin Molasses Cake with Whipped Cream

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY

 ● Tuition is non-refundable

 ● If your child is removed from camp for disregarding safety kitchen rules as set forth by Simple Gourmet staff, there will be no refund.

 ● Please inform us if your child has any serious food allergies – we may refuse registration based on allergy safety risks.

Whether you're planning a vegetarian holiday dinner or just want to be prepared for vegetarian dinner guests, these elegant dishes are perfect. They are simple to make and special enough to use for celebrations.

Menu:

• Crostini with Brie, Apple-Thyme Jam and Pomegranate Seeds
• Acorn Squash Stuffed with Creamy Gruyere and Kale
• Lentil & Pearl Couscous Pilaf with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula
• Almond Phyllo Cigars with Orange Blossom Honey Syrup

 $60 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Build a classic holiday centerpiece in our Holiday Gingerbread House Decorating Workshops. We supply the pre-assembled house, frosting and tons of candy and treats for decorating.

Our Famous Grilled Cheese, Fresh Fruit and Holiday Beverages will be served.

Kids of all ages are welcome.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult

$40 per house (one child per house only)

Christmas dinner is a time to pull out all the stops and make a truly memorable meal. We've got a menu that is elegant, classic and best of all, easy! You'll be in and out of the kitchen quickly so you can enjoy the holiday, too.

Menu:

• Pecorino & Black Pepper Gougeres
• Crab, Green Apple & Watercress Salad with Lemon-Mint Dressing
• Pistachio Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Blackberry Wine Sauce
• Creamy Potato & Parsnip Gratin
• Cinnamon Dark Chocoalte Truffles

$70 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Build a classic holiday centerpiece in our Holiday Gingerbread House Decorating Workshops. We supply the pre-assembled house, frosting and tons of candy and treats for decorating.

Our Famous Grilled Cheese, Fresh Fruit and Holiday Beverages will be served.

Kids of all ages are welcome.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult

$40 per house (one child per house only)

Come join us for this hands-on workshop and learn to make four homemade gifts that are elegant and special and perfect for the food lover on your list. You'll each go home with four gifts ready to give and recipes to replicate these delicious treats.

Menu:

• Candied Espresso Walnuts
• Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies
• Cinnamon-Orange Caramel Sauce
• Simple Gourmet Latin Spice Rub

$60 per person - HANDS-ON     Limit – 14 People

Christmas dinner is a time to pull out all the stops and make a truly memorable meal. We've got a menu that is elegant, classic and best of all, easy! You'll be in and out of the kitchen quickly so you can enjoy the holiday, too.

Menu:

• Pecorino & Black Pepper Gougeres
• Crab, Green Apple & Watercress Salad with Lemon-Mint Dressing
• Pistachio Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Blackberry Wine Sauce
• Creamy Potato & Parsnip Gratin
• Cinnamon Dark Chocoalte Truffles

$70 per person       Limit – 14 People

About our classes:
Simple Gourmet Cooking Classes aim to provide a comfortable, fun environment for home cooks of all levels. In our classes, you'll sit around our extended kitchen island and have an intimate Chef's Table experience. This format allows everyone a clear view and close access to the Chef Instructor. If you'd like to participate, you are welcome to join the Instructor at any point in the recipes for a hands-on experience. Many of our students enjoy simply sitting and watching the cooking from their seat, where they are able to take notes and ask questions. We invite you to bring wine to enjoy and share.

Keep your kids cooking over the holiday break with our two-day Mini Holiday Camp. They'll make a  holiday feast on day one complete with homemade truffles. Day Two brings a hearty brunch menu with homemade biscuits and seasonal vegetables.

Day 1 - Holiday  Dinner

• Roasted Fingerling Potato Chips with  Creamy Onion-Bacon  Dip
• Honeyed Ham with Pomegranate Glazed Pears and Cranberries
• Roasted Cauliflower with Garlicky Breadcrumbs & Parmesan
• Assorted Chocolate Truffles

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY

 ● Tuition is non-refundable

 ● If your child is removed from camp for disregarding safety kitchen rules as set forth by Simple Gourmet staff, there will be no refund.

 ● Please inform us if your child has any serious food allergies – we may refuse registration based on allergy safety risks.