Cooking Techniques Classes in Los Angeles, CA

The most important skill before heading to the stove—it’ll change your life! Learn to slice and dice fruits and vegetables and use a sharp knife properly that is essential to good cooking. You’ll prepare your meals quicker by mastering knife basics such as mincing, dicing, slicing, shredding and more. You’ll also learn knife safety and handling...

Learn how to chop and dice safely, while eating as you go. You'll learn which knives you really need, what their purpose is, and how to use them properly. Knife skills are critical in the kitchen and this class will teach basic skills to give you that cutting-edge technique.  This is a great class for people with limited experience who are looking...

Discover the flavor-packed world of dumplings! In this class, you will learn to make pan fried Chinese dumplings, using traditional fillings and new creative styes. We will create these morsels around our creativity and personal preferences. Experiment with ingredients like tasty meats, delicious cheeses, fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs and spices....

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....

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 be able...

Teens ages 13-18 will join BLVD Owner Sharon Graves to make a complete dinner from scratch, incorporating fresh flavors and classic cooking techniques.  Tonight's meal includes:  Pasta with homemade meatballs and zesty tomato sauce  Fresh garlic bread Caesar salad  Chocolate chip cannoli Note: Closed Toe shoes are required....

Let's make dinner together! In this special edition of our famous community supper night, we'll celebrate the start of summer with a night dedicated to great grilled food:  Menu: Flatbreads with Charred Tomatoes and Feta Grilled Romaine salad Lime-soaked Flank Steak Grilled Poundcake with Stone Fruit Note: Closed Toe shoes are required....

Learn how professionals Chop, Dice, Slice and Julienne items quickly and efficiently.CHEF ERIC shows you knife holding grips, knife cuts and how to choose, sharpen, hone and care for your knives. Learn to cut with ease advancing to more complicated and decorative Brunoise, Paysanne, Batonnet and Tourne Cuts. Everything looks...

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

The dishes you will cook: Spaghetti Squash Bolognese Chicken Teriyaki with Rice Enchilada Casserole Cheesecake

Build your own charcuterie tray  for the 4 of July! Charcuterie is one of the best appetizers for a crowd because you don’t have to cook anything. However, it does require creativity, balance and variety for the perfect presentation. In this class, you learn  how to build the perfect cheese and charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, fruits,...

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...

We will learn to cook the following: Homemade Dumplings Dumpling Soup Stuffed Eggplant Chicken Siu Mai Pork Belly Steamed Buns

Learn to prepare cappelletti, a specialty Italian pasta that is as delicious as it is attractive. We will be making pasta from scratch and learn to shape it so it can be used in several different ways. We will also be making a flavorful chicken and ricotta (made from scratch during the class) filling and Chef Daniel’s version of a bolognese sauce...

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 ...