MENU

STRAWBERRY SCONES

COFFEE CAKE MUFFINS

HERB and CHEESE GOUGERE (SAVORY PUFFS)

This is an online class.  Class Time: 10am - 12pm PST

FOR SAFETY REASONS CHILDREN (BETWEEN 6-11 YEARS OLD) MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

KEY LIME PIE

S'MORES PIE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 1pm - 4pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

GNOCCHI

FRESH SUMMER PESTO

SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE

OLIVE OIL CAKE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 4pm - 6pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

SOFT PRETZELS

PRETZEL STICKS

EVERYTHING PRETZEL BUNS

CHIVE CREAM CHEESE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 9:30am - 11:30am PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right budding chefs, it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got! Chef John will teach how to cook confidently over five days from how to prep, marinate, chop, sear and mix complete meals to show (off) your family.

DAY 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Salsa

Marinated skirt steak with bell peppers

Chipotle crema

DAY 2: BRUNCH

Scones

Fried eggs

Seasonal Vegetable Hash

DAY 3: GNOCCHI

Gnocchi

Marinara

Olive oil cake

DAY 4: FRESH PASTA

Orecchiette

Cavatelli

Pesto

DAY 5: BURGERS

Homemade buns

Oven fries

Burgers- both meat and meatless!

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right, budding chefs- it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got. Baker Clemence will teach how to bake like a pro in five short days. You’ll learn mise-en-place, how to mix, shape, pipe and bake as though you were under the tent at the bake-off.

DAY 1: BREAKFAST PASTRIES

Introduction to the science of baking

Crumble-topped muffins

Strawberry scones with lemon glaze

DAY 2: CREAM PUFFS & ECLAIRS

Pate a choux

Pastry cream

Chocolate glaze

DAY 3: COOKIES & BROWNIES

The perfect chocolate chip cookies

Sinful chocolate brownies

Pie prep for Day 4

DAY 4; PIES!

Classic, full-sized blueberry pie

Jammy hand pies

DAY 5: FRENCH MACARONS

Classic almond shells

Colorful shells

Chocolate ganache filling

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 2pm - 4pm PST, for five days. AGES 12 - 17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

CINNAMON GRAHAM COOKIES

HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS

This is an online class.  Class Time: 9:30am - 11:30am PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right budding chefs, it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got! Chef John will teach how to cook confidently over five days from how to prep, marinate, chop, sear and mix complete meals to show (off) your family.

DAY 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Salsa

Marinated skirt steak with bell peppers

Chipotle crema

DAY 2: BRUNCH

Scones

Fried eggs

Seasonal Vegetable Hash

DAY 3: GNOCCHI

Gnocchi

Marinara

Olive oil cake

DAY 4: FRESH PASTA

Orecchiette

Cavatelli

Pesto

DAY 5: BURGERS

Homemade buns

Oven fries

Burgers- both meat and meatless!

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right, budding chefs- it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got. Baker Clemence will teach how to bake like a pro in five short days. You’ll learn mise-en-place, how to mix, shape, pipe and bake as though you were under the tent at the bake-off.

DAY 1: BREAKFAST PASTRIES

Introduction to the science of baking

Crumble-topped muffins

Strawberry scones with lemon glaze

DAY 2: CREAM PUFFS & ECLAIRS

Pate a choux

Pastry cream

Chocolate glaze

DAY 3: COOKIES & BROWNIES

The perfect chocolate chip cookies

Sinful chocolate brownies

Pie prep for Day 4

DAY 4; PIES!

Classic, full-sized blueberry pie

Jammy hand pies

DAY 5: FRENCH MACARONS

Classic almond shells

Colorful shells

Chocolate ganache filling

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 2pm - 4pm PST, for five days. AGES 12 - 17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

PASTA DOUGH

AGLIO E OLIO

FRESH TOMATO SAUCE

WHIPPED CREAM AND SUMMER BERRIES

This is an online class.  Class Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

OATMEAL WHOOPIE PIES WITH CREAM FILLINGS

DOUBLE STUFFED CHOCOLATE FILLED OREOS

This is an online class.  Class Time: 9:30am - 11:30am PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right budding chefs, it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got! Chef John will teach how to cook confidently over five days from how to prep, marinate, chop, sear and mix complete meals to show (off) your family.

DAY 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Salsa

Marinated skirt steak with bell peppers

Chipotle crema

DAY 2: BRUNCH

Scones

Fried eggs

Seasonal Vegetable Hash

DAY 3: GNOCCHI

Gnocchi

Marinara

Olive oil cake

DAY 4: FRESH PASTA

Orecchiette

Cavatelli

Pesto

DAY 5: BURGERS

Homemade buns

Oven fries

Burgers- both meat and meatless!

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right, budding chefs- it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got. Baker Clemence will teach how to bake like a pro in five short days. You’ll learn mise-en-place, how to mix, shape, pipe and bake as though you were under the tent at the bake-off.

DAY 1: BREAKFAST PASTRIES

Introduction to the science of baking

Crumble-topped muffins

Strawberry scones with lemon glaze

DAY 2: CREAM PUFFS & ECLAIRS

Pate a choux

Pastry cream

Chocolate glaze

DAY 3: COOKIES & BROWNIES

The perfect chocolate chip cookies

Sinful chocolate brownies

Pie prep for Day 4

DAY 4; PIES!

Classic, full-sized blueberry pie

Jammy hand pies

DAY 5: FRENCH MACARONS

Classic almond shells

Colorful shells

Chocolate ganache filling

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 2pm - 4pm PST, for five days. AGES 12 - 17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

LONG BEANS WITH RED CURRY PASTE

GRILLED PORK SKEWERS WITH CHILI LIME SAUCE

VEGETABLE PAD THAI

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6pm - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right budding chefs, it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got! Chef John will teach how to cook confidently over five days from how to prep, marinate, chop, sear and mix complete meals to show (off) your family.

DAY 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Salsa

Marinated skirt steak with bell peppers

Chipotle crema

DAY 2: BRUNCH

Scones

Fried eggs

Seasonal Vegetable Hash

DAY 3: GNOCCHI

Gnocchi

Marinara

Olive oil cake

DAY 4: FRESH PASTA

Orecchiette

Cavatelli

Pesto

DAY 5: BURGERS

Homemade buns

Oven fries

Burgers- both meat and meatless!

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right, budding chefs- it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got. Baker Clemence will teach how to bake like a pro in five short days. You’ll learn mise-en-place, how to mix, shape, pipe and bake as though you were under the tent at the bake-off.

DAY 1: BREAKFAST PASTRIES

Introduction to the science of baking

Crumble-topped muffins

Strawberry scones with lemon glaze

DAY 2: CREAM PUFFS & ECLAIRS

Pate a choux

Pastry cream

Chocolate glaze

DAY 3: COOKIES & BROWNIES

The perfect chocolate chip cookies

Sinful chocolate brownies

Pie prep for Day 4

DAY 4; PIES!

Classic, full-sized blueberry pie

Jammy hand pies

DAY 5: FRENCH MACARONS

Classic almond shells

Colorful shells

Chocolate ganache filling

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 2pm - 4pm PST, for five days. AGES 12 - 17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

ALL BUTTER FLAKY PIE CRUST

BLUEBERRY FILLING

This is an online class.  Class Time: 4:30pm - 7:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

GNOCCHI

FRESH SUMMER PESTO

SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE

OLIVE OIL CAKE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6pm - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

2-HOUR CHALLAH DOUGH

5-STRAND BRAID

ROUND CHALLAH LOAF

PRETZEL CHALLAH TWISTS

This is an online class.  Class Time: 10am - 1:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right budding chefs, it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got! Chef John will teach how to cook confidently over five days from how to prep, marinate, chop, sear and mix complete meals to show (off) your family.

DAY 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Salsa

Marinated skirt steak with bell peppers

Chipotle crema

DAY 2: BRUNCH

Scones

Fried eggs

Seasonal Vegetable Hash

DAY 3: GNOCCHI

Gnocchi

Marinara

Olive oil cake

DAY 4: FRESH PASTA

Orecchiette

Cavatelli

Pesto

DAY 5: BURGERS

Homemade buns

Oven fries

Burgers- both meat and meatless!

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

All right, budding chefs- it’s time to kick your parents out of the kitchen and show ‘em what you’ve got. Baker Clemence will teach how to bake like a pro in five short days. You’ll learn mise-en-place, how to mix, shape, pipe and bake as though you were under the tent at the bake-off.

DAY 1: BREAKFAST PASTRIES

Introduction to the science of baking

Crumble-topped muffins

Strawberry scones with lemon glaze

DAY 2: CREAM PUFFS & ECLAIRS

Pate a choux

Pastry cream

Chocolate glaze

DAY 3: COOKIES & BROWNIES

The perfect chocolate chip cookies

Sinful chocolate brownies

Pie prep for Day 4

DAY 4; PIES!

Classic, full-sized blueberry pie

Jammy hand pies

DAY 5: FRENCH MACARONS

Classic almond shells

Colorful shells

Chocolate ganache filling

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 2pm - 4pm PST, for five days. AGES 12 - 17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

CHARRED GREEN BEANS WITH SESAME SAUCE

ROASTED EGGPLANT WITH MISO GLAZE

SHRIMP AND GARLIC GYOZA WITH PONZU SAUCE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6m - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

SHAKSHUKA

OLIVE OIL FLATBREADS

SHAVED FENNEL SALAD

This is an online class.  Class Time: 11am - 1pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

PASTA DOUGH

AGLIO E OLIO

FRESH TOMATO SAUCE

WHIPPED CREAM AND SUMMER BERRIES

This is an online class.  Class Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

LEMON-DILL DRESSED GREENS

OLIVE BRAISED CHICKEN LEGS & THIGHS

LEMON POTATOES

HOMEMADE PITA BREAD

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6pm - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 10am - 12pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

BROWN BUTTER SHEET PAN BLONDIES

CLASSIC COCOA BROWNIES

S'MORES BARS

This is an online class.  Class Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: CAKE BAKING

DAY 2: CAKE DECORATING

DAY 3: CANDY! HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS AND CARAMEL

DAY 4: CHOCOLATE DESSERTS: SOUFFLES AND TRUFFLES

DAY 5: ENRICHED BREADS - CHALLAH!

Are you a confident baker ready to improve your skills? We designed a second level of our Teen Baking series for your budding pastry chef. Each class in the five-day virtual series is two hours long and limited to 12 students.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 3pm - 5pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 10am - 12pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

CLASSIC ALMOND SHELLS

COLORFUL SHELLS

CHOCOLATE GANACHE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: CAKE BAKING

DAY 2: CAKE DECORATING

DAY 3: CANDY! HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS AND CARAMEL

DAY 4: CHOCOLATE DESSERTS: SOUFFLES AND TRUFFLES

DAY 5: ENRICHED BREADS - CHALLAH!

Are you a confident baker ready to improve your skills? We designed a second level of our Teen Baking series for your budding pastry chef. Each class in the five-day virtual series is two hours long and limited to 12 students.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 3pm - 5pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

We couldn’t be more excited to present our next guest at the Santa Monica Chocolate Society: world famous, award-winning chocolatier Christopher Elbow.

Christopher is among a handful of chocolatiers to gain national attention for his handcrafted chocolates, bon bons and confections. Since 2003, he has been bringing modern culinary artistry together with a craftsman-like work ethic to create beautiful, decadent expressions of flavors from around the world.

Christopher will be zooming with us from Kansas City and we will sample his bean to bar chocolates as well as his award-winning confections.

Curbside pick-up for your tasting kit will be available starting August 16th at The Gourmandise School.  The price of the class includes a special surprise tasting bar from Peter, a Friend of the Society, who has generously donated bars from his private collection. A percentage of your class price will be donated to Food Forward, our partner in creating a more equitable food system in the Los Angeles area.

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6pm - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 10am - 12pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

BAGEL DOUGH

POACHING & BAKING BAGELS

EVERYTHING BAGELS

SESAME BAGELS

CHIVE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD

This is an online class.  Class Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: CAKE BAKING

DAY 2: CAKE DECORATING

DAY 3: CANDY! HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS AND CARAMEL

DAY 4: CHOCOLATE DESSERTS: SOUFFLES AND TRUFFLES

DAY 5: ENRICHED BREADS - CHALLAH!

Are you a confident baker ready to improve your skills? We designed a second level of our Teen Baking series for your budding pastry chef. Each class in the five-day virtual series is two hours long and limited to 12 students.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 3pm - 5pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

CARAMELIZED ONION CROSTINI

HERB-ROASTED DICED POTATOES WITH GARLIC

ASIAN SLAW WITH GINGER DRESSING

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6m - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

CROISSANTS 

PAIN AU CHOCOLAT

BRIOCHE

LAMINATING, SHAPING AND PROOFING

This is an online class.  Class Time: 9m - 1pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

This two-day class will meet for 4 hours each day (you’ll be assigned a 2-minute homework of mixing yeast with water and flour for the evening before the first class) and be limited to 10 participants. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 10am - 12pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: CAKE BAKING

DAY 2: CAKE DECORATING

DAY 3: CANDY! HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS AND CARAMEL

DAY 4: CHOCOLATE DESSERTS: SOUFFLES AND TRUFFLES

DAY 5: ENRICHED BREADS - CHALLAH!

Are you a confident baker ready to improve your skills? We designed a second level of our Teen Baking series for your budding pastry chef. Each class in the five-day virtual series is two hours long and limited to 12 students.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 3pm - 5pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

SCRATCH MADE PIZZA DOUGH

CLASSIC MOZZARELLA, TOMATO & BASIL

WHITE SAUCE PIZZA WITH CREMINI MUSHROOMS & SAGE

ARUGULA SALAD W/ CITRONETTE & PEACHES

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6pm - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

CROISSANTS 

PAIN AU CHOCOLAT

BRIOCHE

LAMINATING, SHAPING AND PROOFING

This is an online class.  Class Time: 9m - 1pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

This two-day class will meet for 4 hours each day (you’ll be assigned a 2-minute homework of mixing yeast with water and flour for the evening before the first class) and be limited to 10 participants. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 10am - 12pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: MORROCAN (TAGINES, FLATBREADS)

DAY 2: ISRAEL (SHAKSHUKA, DATE CAKE)

DAY 3:  BRITISH CLASSICS (FISH AND CHIPS! STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES)

DAY 4: HAVANA (GARLIC ROASTED CHICKEN, FLAN)

DAY 5:  CHINESE DUMPLINGS (POTSTICKERS AND MORE)

Do you dream of owning a restaurant or food truck someday? Join us for five intense days of working the line of your own kitchen! You’ll pick up knife skills, plating, how to fry, sear, and bake while you make every component from scratch.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 1pm - 3pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

DAY 1: CAKE BAKING

DAY 2: CAKE DECORATING

DAY 3: CANDY! HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS AND CARAMEL

DAY 4: CHOCOLATE DESSERTS: SOUFFLES AND TRUFFLES

DAY 5: ENRICHED BREADS - CHALLAH!

Are you a confident baker ready to improve your skills? We designed a second level of our Teen Baking series for your budding pastry chef. Each class in the five-day virtual series is two hours long and limited to 12 students.

These 2-hour online classes take place once a day, 3pm - 5pm PST, for five days, ages 12-17.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

CHICKEN AND CHIVE POSTICKERS 

CLASSIC PORK SHU MAI 

SOY VINEGAR DIPPING SAUCE

This is an online class.  Class Time: 6m - 8pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

HOMEMADE OREOS

VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FILLING

JAMMY THUMBPRINT COOKIES

This is an online class.  Class Time: 2m - 4pm PST

FOR SAFETY REASONS CHILDREN (BETWEEN 6-11 YEARS OLD) MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

MENU

PASTA DOUGH

AGLIO E OLIO

FRESH TOMATO SAUCE

WHIPPED CREAM AND SUMMER BERRIES

This is an online class.  Class Time: 5pm - 7pm PST

CLASSES ARE FOR AGES 16+ UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 

CLASS OUTLINE:  Once registered for class, you’ll receive a Class Outline that includes the ingredients, equipment and other things needed to prepare for class including: Menus; Recipes; Shopping and Equipment Lists; and any relevant instructions for preparation.  Please read thoroughly!  Your Zoom meeting info will be sent separately prior to class. 

This 10-week series is designed for the beginner or intermediate culinary student or baking enthusiast looking to improve on the basics of baking and pastry. These four-hour classes are taught in a professional environment. You will work independently and hands-on in a class with no more than 12 students.
 
Our classes are crafted to teach the basic chemistry of baking as well as techniques you’ll use both at home and in a professional kitchen. As with all our classes, everything you learn will be made from scratch, from the graham crust on your cheesecakes to the candied lemon zest on your lemon bars. We encourage you to bring a food-safe container to class to bring home your delicious work. Certificates of completion will be awarded at the end of the series.

CLASS MEETS FROM 930am-130PM

EVERY SUNDAY FOR 10 WEEKS
 

Day 1: Mousses and Souffles.  Whip, beat and fold!  Learn the secrets to perfect souffles and smooth as silk mousses.  Chocolate Souffle, Cheese Souffle, Lemon Mousse and Honey Chocolate mousse; Pate a Bombe.

Day 2: Egg-leavened Cakes. Perfect your genoise and pair it with a lighter-than-air Dacquoise.  A lemon-scented Chiffon Cake with Bavarian Cream will make your swoon...

Day 3: Fruit Mousse Cakes.  Pair your egg-leaved cake with handmade Ladyfingers and seasonal Berry Mousses for spectacular results.  

Day 4: Yeasted Doughs.  From dinner rolls to sticky buns, you'll explore the rich doughs that make breakfast and dinner so much sweeter.

Day 5: Savory Breads. Lean doughs are vessels for all things savory.  You'll create your own focaccia and pizza, as well as handmade pita bread, to pair with your housemade cheese.

Day 6: Petit Fours  Small bites make big impressions, and attention to finishing details are key.  We will make Orange Blossom Madeleines, Classic Petit Fours with a Chocolate MIrrored Glaze, Lacey Tuile Cookies and Brown Butter Financiers.

Day 7: Cake Decorating: Get great a piping and learn new, modern designs for buttercream cakes with clean lines that will impress.

Day 8: Truffles, Marshmallows and Infused Toffees: Create a candy wonderland with our favorite base recipes.  You'll make your own custom ganaches for truffles, embed toffees with your favorite flavors and make batches of marshmallows to rival any you've ever had!

Day 9: Macarons: Perfect the French Method as you make Vanilla Bean, Pistachio and Hazelnut Macarons with custom ganaches and buttercreams to sandwich them with.

Day 10: Making Chocolate Basics Learn the basics of chocolate tempering and make some beautiful treats including rochers and chocolate lollipops!

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The Professional Baking Series take place at our new, state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Mall. There is plenty of parking on the third level directly behind the school. In order to qualify for a certificate of completion, all classes need to be attended.

While we provide all ingredients, please note that it is helpful for all students to have the following tools to bring with them to class: 12 ramekins (about 5 oz. size), a shallow-dish pie tin and  light-colored aluminum cake pan measuring 6" and  8” by 3” tall. This will allow you to bake in your own containers and transport your goods home without unmolding many of your items before they have sufficiently cooled.

Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and closed-toed shoes. No cell phones in class, please.
Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation. Ages 16 and up.

 Take your cooking to the next level with this 10-week, technique-based series that will teach you to begin cooking intuitively. Your chef instructor will provide a comprehensive lecture and demonstration of one or more dishes, followed by the hands-on portion of cooking class to master techniques. Each student will work at their own station to maximize their learning experience.

You are offered 1 complimentary "make up" class if you miss a class, which we offer as a credit for a class on our schedule for a similar lesson.

 THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY MORNING

For 10 Weeks from 9:00am to 12:30pm

Week 1: KNIFE SKILLS

Seasonal Salads

Week 2: STOCKS/BROTHS/SOUPS

Tomato Bisque

Mushroom Velouté

Minestrone

Week 3: DAIRY/EGGS

Seasonal Frittata

Fresh Ricotta

Eggs Benedict

Week 4: SAUCES 

Romesco Sauce

Béchamel Sauce

Pan Sauce 

Macaroni & Cheese

Steak Diane

Week 5: VEGETABLES

Roasted Cauliflower with Salsa Verde

Braised Peppers 

Beer Battered Onion Rings

Mushroom Toasts

Roasted Beet Salad

Week 6: PASTA/POLENTA/GNOCCHI

Spaghetti All’amatriciani

Classic Potato Gnocchi with Pesto 

Polenta with Spicy Sausage and Braised Fennel

WEEK 7: Whole Grains/Legumes

Roasted Garlic Hummus/Seasonal Crudité

Curry Quinoa with Beluga Lentils

Sicilian Farro

Black Bean Turkey Chili

WEEK 8: Chicken

Za’atar Chicken Breast with Tomato Cucumber Salad

Crispy Fried Chicken Legs

Chicken Meatballs

WEEK 9: Meat

Braised Hoisin Short Ribs with Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Seared Filets with Reduction Sauce and Pommes Frites

Pork Milanese with Arugula Salad

WEEK 10: Fish 

Ginger Salmon with Cucumber Salad

Almond-Crusted White Fish 

Crab Cakes with Remoulade

Smokey Shrimp Tacos

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This series take place at our state-of-the-art kitchen at the Santa Monica Place Mall.  We are located on the third floor next to The Curious Palate and Arclight movie theatres. There is plenty of parking on level 4 of the parking structures 7 or 8. Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes and avoid heavy perfumes and colognes.  You are offered 1 complimentary "make up" class if you miss a class, which we offer as a credit for a class on our schedule of similar lesson.  Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation.  Ages 16 and up.

Nothing fishy about this class! Join us for an informative and hand-on class on the basics of selecting, storing and cooking fish successfully. You'll walk in and learn how to differentiate between fillets and steaks and make a variety of fish dishes and sauces using three different techniques. Our fish is sourced from Santa Monica Seafood and may changed based on seasonality.

Sear, sauté and braise:
Miso Seared Salmon

Braised Seabass Provencal
 Sautéed Branzino with Sage and White Beans

THIS IS A 3 HOUR CLASS

Our classes are held in commercial kitchens, and we provide everything you need.  Classes are BYOB (bring-your-own-beverage) if you would like to bring your own beer or wine, as you sit down and enjoy what you have made.  Otherwise, we provide water, coffee and tea.  We also ask that you "BYOC" (bring-your-own-container) if possible to take home any leftovers.  Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and closed-toed shoes. 

Note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation.

Ages 16 and up. 

Professional Pastry Program Level 1

This 10-week series is designed for the novice culinary student or home baker looking to learn the basics of the art of baking andpastry. These four-hour classes are taught in a professional environment.  You will work independently and hands-on in a class with no more than 10 students. 

Our classes are crafted to teach the basic chemistry of baking as well as techniques you’ll use both at home and in a professional kitchen.  As with all our classes, everything you learn will be made from scratch, from the graham crust on your cheesecakes to the candied lemon zest on your lemon bars.  We encourage you to bring a food-safe container to class to bring home your delicious work.  Certificates of completion will be awarded at the end of the series.

 THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY

For 10 WEEKS FROM 930AM-130PM

Day 1: Introduction to Basic Techniques

Start the series off by learning about the chemistry of baking.  We will explore how flour, sugar, eggs and other ingredients work in your recipes.  The proper use of pastry bags, reading formulas and the importance of mise-en-place will be discussed.  Students will receive textbooks and chef coats.

Day 2: Muffins, Quickbreads and Poundcakes

We will exploring three different techniques and learn about ratios to create rich baked goods for breakfast, lunch and dessert. 

Day 3: Cookies, Brownies and Bars

Make the perfect batch of cookies for consistently even baking and great results every time. 

Day 4: Egg-based Desserts

Learn to bake velvety smooth egg based desserts that range from creme brulee to classic chocolate puddings.

Day 5:Pâte à Choux

Pâte à Choux or Choux dough is a light pastry dough used to make an amazing varity of dishes. You’ll make this versatile dough two ways one sweet and one savory.

Day 6: Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Desserts

You’ll learn proper techniques for mascerating, reducing and pureeing to make a quick Coulis and seasonal desserts.

Day 7: Cheesecakes

Whether you like them light and airy or dense and creamy cheesecakes are a year round favorite and often tough to master for new chefs. You'll learn all the tips and tricks to master this egg based dessert.

Day 8:Tarts

Love a cookie crunch filling with a custard or fruit filling? We'll learn the proper way to press crust into a pan and master baking crusts blind and with filling.

Day 9: Pies

We'll tackle making the perfect pie dough and then crimp, fold and lattice our dough into beautiful pies

Day 10: Cake Baking:

Learn the difference between High-Ratio and Sponge cakes. Cakes will be baked, cut, filled and frosted in class.

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The Professional Baking Series take place at our new, state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Mall.  There is plenty of parking on the third level directly behind the school.  In order to qualify for a certificate of completion, all classes neead to be attended.

While we provide all ingredients, please note that it is helpful for all students to have the following tools to bring with them to class: 12 ramekins (about 2 oz. size), a shallow-dish pie tin and a light-colored aluminum cake pan measure 6 or 8” by 3” tall.  This will allow you to bake in your own containers and transport your goods home without unmolding many of your items before they have sufficiently cooled.

Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes.  No cell phones in class, please. 

Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation. Ages 16 and up.

Crack open a world of easy egg cookery. We will guide you through the anatomy of the egg and the building blocks of perfect egg dishes.

THIS IS A 3 HOUR CLASS  

Thank you for registering!  Our classes are held in commercial kitchens, so please arrive on time in comfortable attire and closed-toed shoes.  No cell phones in class, please.  Note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation.

Ages 16 and up. Classes are BYOB & BYOC (Bring Your Own Container!).

Professional Pastry Program Level 1

This 10-week series is designed for the novice culinary student or home baker looking to learn the basics of the art of baking andpastry. These four-hour classes are taught in a professional environment.  You will work independently and hands-on in a class with no more than 10 students. 

Our classes are crafted to teach the basic chemistry of baking as well as techniques you’ll use both at home and in a professional kitchen.  As with all our classes, everything you learn will be made from scratch, from the graham crust on your cheesecakes to the candied lemon zest on your lemon bars.  We encourage you to bring a food-safe container to class to bring home your delicious work.  Certificates of completion will be awarded at the end of the series.

 THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY

For 10 WEEKS FROM 930AM-130PM

Day 1: Introduction to Basic Techniques

Start the series off by learning about the chemistry of baking.  We will explore how flour, sugar, eggs and other ingredients work in your recipes.  The proper use of pastry bags, reading formulas and the importance of mise-en-place will be discussed.  Students will receive textbooks and chef coats.

Day 2: Muffins, Quickbreads and Poundcakes

We will exploring three different techniques and learn about ratios to create rich baked goods for breakfast, lunch and dessert. 

Day 3: Cookies, Brownies and Bars

Make the perfect batch of cookies for consistently even baking and great results every time. 

Day 4: Egg-based Desserts

Learn to bake velvety smooth egg based desserts that range from creme brulee to classic chocolate puddings.

Day 5:Pâte à Choux

Pâte à Choux or Choux dough is a light pastry dough used to make an amazing varity of dishes. You’ll make this versatile dough two ways one sweet and one savory.

Day 6: Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Desserts

You’ll learn proper techniques for mascerating, reducing and pureeing to make a quick Coulis and seasonal desserts.

Day 7: Cheesecakes

Whether you like them light and airy or dense and creamy cheesecakes are a year round favorite and often tough to master for new chefs. You'll learn all the tips and tricks to master this egg based dessert.

Day 8:Tarts

Love a cookie crunch filling with a custard or fruit filling? We'll learn the proper way to press crust into a pan and master baking crusts blind and with filling.

Day 9: Pies

We'll tackle making the perfect pie dough and then crimp, fold and lattice our dough into beautiful pies

Day 10: Cake Baking:

Learn the difference between High-Ratio and Sponge cakes. Cakes will be baked, cut, filled and frosted in class.

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The Professional Baking Series take place at our new, state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Mall.  There is plenty of parking on the third level directly behind the school.  In order to qualify for a certificate of completion, all classes neead to be attended.

While we provide all ingredients, please note that it is helpful for all students to have the following tools to bring with them to class: 12 ramekins (about 2 oz. size), a shallow-dish pie tin and a light-colored aluminum cake pan measure 6 or 8” by 3” tall.  This will allow you to bake in your own containers and transport your goods home without unmolding many of your items before they have sufficiently cooled.

Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes.  No cell phones in class, please. 

Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation. Ages 16 and up.

This 4-week series is designed to teach culinary fundamentals to establish your foundational cooking skills.  You will work at your own station under the guidance of our Chef Instructor who will teach classic techniques, and give you a great series of recipes to add to your repertoire.  Bring containers to class - you'll love your next day lunches!

THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY TUESDAY MORNING

For 4 weeks from 10:00-1:00pm

Day 1:Knife Skills: Soups & Salads. Sharpen your knife skills and learn to make four classic dishes that make perfect lunches and sides (while learning two awesome do-ahead dressings). Ginger Kale Salad, Farmers Market Chopped Salad, Tuscan Vegetable Soup, Tomato Bisque.

Day 2: Poultry: Learn to use various parts of the chicken while making 4 complete dinners. Moroccan Braised Chicken with Orange Scented Couscous, Turkey Ricotta Meatballs with Sage and Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Grainy Mustard Chicken Gratin with Roasted Broccoli.

Day 3: Meats: Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Polenta & Caramelized Onions, Beef Bourguignon, Hoisin Beef with Scallion Pancakes and Spicy Slaw.

Day 4: Fish: Grilled Albacore on Greek Orzo, Maple Pecan Salmon, Pan-Sauteed Mahi Mahi Tacos with Fresh Pineapple and Cilantro Mint Pesto.

Menu items subject to change.  If you need to substitute an ingredient, call the school to let us know. You can make up up to one class in the series should you miss one.

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This class takes place at our state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Shopping Center.  There is plenty of parking in Parking Structure 7 off Broadway directly behind the school, best level to park on is Level 4 if possible.  Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes. 

Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your class or receive an account credit.  Ages 16 and up.

In this hands on lecture, demonstration and cooking class, you will learn the basics of selecting, storing and cooking beef with different techniques successfully. This class is designed to teach you how to cook and feel confident in the kitchen. Oh! ..and eat delicious food too!

Sweet  & Spicy Garlic Skirt Steak
Classic Meatballs on Grilled Bread with Tomato Sauce
NY Steak with Pan Sauce

THIS IS A 3 HOUR CLASS

Our classes are held in commercial kitchens, and we provide everything you need.  Classes are BYOB (bring-your-own-beverage) if you would like to bring your own beer or wine, as you sit down and enjoy what you have made.  Otherwise, we provide water, coffee and tea.  We also ask that you "BYOC" (bring-your-own-container) if possible to take home any leftovers.  Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and closed-toed shoes. 

Note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation.

Ages 16 and up. 

Professional Pastry Program Level 1

This 10-week series is designed for the novice culinary student or home baker looking to learn the basics of the art of baking andpastry. These four-hour classes are taught in a professional environment.  You will work independently and hands-on in a class with no more than 10 students. 

Our classes are crafted to teach the basic chemistry of baking as well as techniques you’ll use both at home and in a professional kitchen.  As with all our classes, everything you learn will be made from scratch, from the graham crust on your cheesecakes to the candied lemon zest on your lemon bars.  We encourage you to bring a food-safe container to class to bring home your delicious work.  Certificates of completion will be awarded at the end of the series.

 THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY

For 10 WEEKS FROM 930AM-130PM

Day 1: Introduction to Basic Techniques

Start the series off by learning about the chemistry of baking.  We will explore how flour, sugar, eggs and other ingredients work in your recipes.  The proper use of pastry bags, reading formulas and the importance of mise-en-place will be discussed.  Students will receive textbooks and chef coats.

Day 2: Muffins, Quickbreads and Poundcakes

We will exploring three different techniques and learn about ratios to create rich baked goods for breakfast, lunch and dessert. 

Day 3: Cookies, Brownies and Bars

Make the perfect batch of cookies for consistently even baking and great results every time. 

Day 4: Egg-based Desserts

Learn to bake velvety smooth egg based desserts that range from creme brulee to classic chocolate puddings.

Day 5:Pâte à Choux

Pâte à Choux or Choux dough is a light pastry dough used to make an amazing varity of dishes. You’ll make this versatile dough two ways one sweet and one savory.

Day 6: Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Desserts

You’ll learn proper techniques for mascerating, reducing and pureeing to make a quick Coulis and seasonal desserts.

Day 7: Cheesecakes

Whether you like them light and airy or dense and creamy cheesecakes are a year round favorite and often tough to master for new chefs. You'll learn all the tips and tricks to master this egg based dessert.

Day 8:Tarts

Love a cookie crunch filling with a custard or fruit filling? We'll learn the proper way to press crust into a pan and master baking crusts blind and with filling.

Day 9: Pies

We'll tackle making the perfect pie dough and then crimp, fold and lattice our dough into beautiful pies

Day 10: Cake Baking:

Learn the difference between High-Ratio and Sponge cakes. Cakes will be baked, cut, filled and frosted in class.

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The Professional Baking Series take place at our new, state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Mall.  There is plenty of parking on the third level directly behind the school.  In order to qualify for a certificate of completion, all classes neead to be attended.

While we provide all ingredients, please note that it is helpful for all students to have the following tools to bring with them to class: 12 ramekins (about 2 oz. size), a shallow-dish pie tin and a light-colored aluminum cake pan measure 6 or 8” by 3” tall.  This will allow you to bake in your own containers and transport your goods home without unmolding many of your items before they have sufficiently cooled.

Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes.  No cell phones in class, please. 

Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your reservation. Ages 16 and up.

This 4-week series is designed to teach culinary fundamentals to establish your foundational cooking skills.  You will work at your own station under the guidance of our Chef Instructor who will teach classic techniques, and give you a great series of recipes to add to your repertoire.  Bring containers to class - you'll love your next day lunches!

THIS CLASS MEETS EVERY TUESDAY MORNING

For 4 weeks from 10:00-1:00pm

Day 1:Knife Skills: Soups & Salads. Sharpen your knife skills and learn to make four classic dishes that make perfect lunches and sides (while learning two awesome do-ahead dressings). Ginger Kale Salad, Farmers Market Chopped Salad, Tuscan Vegetable Soup, Tomato Bisque.

Day 2: Poultry: Learn to use various parts of the chicken while making 4 complete dinners. Moroccan Braised Chicken with Orange Scented Couscous, Turkey Ricotta Meatballs with Sage and Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Grainy Mustard Chicken Gratin with Roasted Broccoli.

Day 3: Meats: Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Polenta & Caramelized Onions, Beef Bourguignon, Hoisin Beef with Scallion Pancakes and Spicy Slaw.

Day 4: Fish: Grilled Albacore on Greek Orzo, Maple Pecan Salmon, Pan-Sauteed Mahi Mahi Tacos with Fresh Pineapple and Cilantro Mint Pesto.

Menu items subject to change.  If you need to substitute an ingredient, call the school to let us know. You can make up up to one class in the series should you miss one.

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This class takes place at our state-of-the-art cooking school at the Santa Monica Place Shopping Center.  There is plenty of parking in Parking Structure 7 off Broadway directly behind the school, best level to park on is Level 4 if possible.  Please arrive on time in comfortable attire and close-toed shoes. 

Please note that we do not offer refunds but honor a 48-hour cancellation policy in order to reschedule your class or receive an account credit.  Ages 16 and up.