Cooking Techniques Classes in Los Angeles, CA

The dishes that you will cook: Paella Meatballs in Romesco Sauce Empanadas Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms Sangria

Many students ask, 'How do I Spice up my entrees, side dishes and appetizers?' CHEF ERIC takes the fear out of Sauce Making and gives you confidence to explore your creativity. We serve Macaroni and Cheese, Steamed Vegetables, and Chicken or Fish with the Sauces. Recipes include: Master Sauces - Sauce Béchamel, Sauce Veloute, Sauce Hollandaise...

Make your own "signature" blends of herbs and spices under the able guidance of Chef Darryl Wash. Learn how spices affect food, how to mix and match them, and then get your culinary creativity going.  Please Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

The more efficient you become with this simple yet effective kitchen tool, the more you'll enjoy cooking. This class covers basic knife skills such as how to hold a knife to chopping, dicing, and slicing, not to mention those fancy cooking show cuts like “chiffonade” and “julienne”. We’ll also discuss sharpening, storage, and care....

Knives are the essential tool of anyone working in the kitchen, and after this first class, you'll know the basics -- how to safely handle and store knives, how to choose the right one for you, how to sharpen and maintain your knives, and how to chop, mince, slice and dice like a pro! Closed Toe shoes are required

Learn to prepare and enjoy some of the healthiest food on earth with Chef Lynnette. It’s all about the sauce! Get more plants on your plate in this hands-on masterclass, no equipment needed. Learn how to transform bland salads into savory plant-based meals that won‘t leave you “hangry.” You’ll learn Lynnette’s simple sauce making...

Have you always wanted to make pasta at home, but was intimidated by, well all of it? Or maybe you've made pasta, and now you're wanting to take it to the next level? Have no fear I’m hear to guide you in this simple yet tricky skill. In this 2-hour class you will learn: About the varieties of flour and how to use them How to make the dough ...

In Naples, Italy, buying and eating food in the streets dates back to ancient times. Its origins were likely in Roman and Greek thermopolia (cooking shops), which were enriched over the centuries by the influence of the many diverse cultures that controlled Naples and its kingdoms (e.g. Aragon of Spain, Bourbon of France, etc.). Today in Naples, street...

Fresh pasta gives a delicate texture and depth of flavor to your pasta dishes – it’s an entirely different experience than boiled noodles from a box. This class will give you the confidence and skills to create a beautiful meal of fresh pasta and how to add ingredients to the dough any time.   Each student gets the chance learn about...

Join Chef Daniel in preparing Italian dishes that are delicious and attractive. During this class we will be making chicken cappelletti with a chicken bolognese sauce. Chef Daniel will show many steps in between including, for example, how to make ricotta from scratch at home. The class is filled with culinary information and many tips on how to...

Sushi Party Class - We make ALL Sauces! Learn the creative art of Sushi Making as we design an Asian meal for you and your friends. Learn how to display and serve them decoratively with the Garnishes and Sauces that we make.  We show you how to make: Traditional Sushi Rice Variety of Sushi Rolls (Nori) Vegetable Rolls and Spicy Sushi...

This 12-week program is like culinary school for the home cook, covering all of the fundamental cooking techniques needed to cook fearlessly, without depending on step-by-step recipes. Students will work hands-on with a partner, building basic skills, and adding to their competencies week by week. Skill Level: Students of all skill levels will...

Pasta for breakfast, lunch and dinner? SIGN US UP!!! In this weekend-long boot camp, you'll learn the ins and outs of pasta--everything from different pasta doughs to sauces and fillings to pasta equipment like sheeters, extruders, chitarras and more. Students will work in pairs, building basic skills, and adding to their competencies over the course...

Who wants to cook every night? Come to the Radical Cooks kitchen to learn the BEST meal planning, prep, and storage strategies to put healthy, delicious food on the table for the next 4 days.  We’ll do the grocery shopping. You’ll prep actual dishes with fellow students. By the end of the class you’ll walk away with 4 meals prepped,...

Learn essential techniques for cooking with spices to create flavorful meals. In this class, we’ll discover the world of seasoning and how to transform your dishes with spices. Learn how to grind, toast and fry your spices for delicious Moroccan chicken. Learn how to blend your spices for Indian, Chinese & Latin American flavor profiles that...