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Italian Countryside Feast

Cook LA Cooking School @ 10938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA

Now we can all have a love affair with Italy.  Mama Mia! You will kiss your fingers as you make your dishes.  Our chef instructors will show you how to make dishes bursting with authentic Italian flavors for family and friends.  You’ll turn everyday ingredients into a sumptuous Italian feast that everyone will enjoy. So skip the corner restaurant and join us for an evening of amazing food and great fun. Note: Separate appetizer...

(130) All levels 13 and older
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Girls Night Out: Bunco Party

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

It's an evening of Bunco and Bargains, BLVD Kitchen Style!  Get ready to roll the dice for fun and prizes! Play, sip and socialize, while enjoying a delicious dinner courtesy of Chef Michal Harris, wine and classic cocktails concocted especially for the evening. We will be showcasing Limor Johnson Ceramics, and you'll have the opportunity to meet the artist, as well as get a first look at all of our new Fall and Holiday merchandise. Your...

(73) All levels 21 and older
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Game Day Football Food

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Take your game day spread to the next level with Chef JJ Levenstein’s spectacular (and easy) riffs on hearty snacks to feed a crowd of fans.  The menu includes: Tater Tot Burger Cups Beer Queso and Homemade Chips Fried Pickles with Fresh Ranch Dressing. Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Family Dinner in a Flash

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Schools back, and you’re busy! Chef JJ will share her tried-and-true recipes and tips for how to get nutritious, delicious meals on the table with zero stress and a minimum of time.  Some of the dishes for this class: Crockpot Pozole Sheet Pan Salmon with Creamy Tartar Sauce and more! Please Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Fall Brunch

Cook LA Cooking School @ 10938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA

Don’t like waiting in line to have brunch?  Then why not make it yourself, learn a new skill and eat all you can. This class teaches you the basic knife skills needed, how to use a variety of spices to mix with your recipes and to top it all off, we cheers to your health with a cocktail spritzer.   Great combination to make new friends or bring the ones you love together. Class is great for DATE NIGHT/COUPLES or SINGLES. What's...

(130) All levels 13 and older
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Healthy Mediterranean

Cook LA Cooking School @ 10938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA

Eating right doesn’t have to mean boring. Keep your taste buds jumping with this Mediterranean menu with fresh ingredients. Brief Knife skills. Great for DATE NIGHT/COUPLES or SINGLES. What's on the Menu: Grilled Eggplant Rolls with Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Basil Sauce Linguine with Artichoke Hearts, Garlic and Slivered Almonds Butter Lettuce and Hearts of Palm Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Roasted Lemon and Garlic Chicken...

(130) All levels 13 and older
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Fresh Herb & Spices Cooking

Cook LA Cooking School @ 10938 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA

Knowing when to use fresh or dried herbs can be a culinary minefield. In this fun hands-on course, our Chef will teach you the subtleties of balancing the flavors of herbs & spices without overpowering key flavors. Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class. What's on the Menu: Fresh basil and tomato Bruschetta  Grilled rosemary and garlic chicken Fresh thyme roasted potatoes Sautéed green beans with parsley...

(130) All levels 13 and older
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Celebrations: Memorial Day Picnic Foods!

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

In this new occasional series, our BLVD Chefs will help you be the star of any holiday event with simple but exciting new twists on traditional recipes, prep-ahead strategies, and more! We kick things off with a healthy and fresh menu made to make your Memorial Day picnic a breeze while keeping you on track with your summer swimsuit plans! On the Menu:  Fresh Honey Lemonade Dijon Red Potato Salad Watermelon Salad with Feta Foil Baked Salmon...

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Around the USA with JJ - Southwest!

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Chef JJ will be leading a culinary exploration of the regional cuisines of the United States in this new occasional series. Tonight, your tastebuds will tour the Southwest!  The hands-on menu includes:  Ceviche with Pickled Vegetables Lamb Tamale Pie Stuffed Poblanos Margarita Shortbread Bars

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Healing Foods and Spices II: Superfoods!

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Food truly can make you feel better! Join Chef Nishi Lal for the next workshop in this series, this time focusing on superfoods.  Class will feature in-depth discussion of the therapeutic properties of these foods and their use in various cultures, followed by hands-on instruction showing you how to integrate them into your menus in simple, delicious ways.  Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Tortillas and Guacamole

The King's Roost @ 3732 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Tortillas can be intimidating, but with a little help you can make them with ease at home. Learn how to make the dough and the basic techniques of rolling and flipping. In this 2-hour class I will teach you: About the varieties of flour and how to use them How to make the dough How to prevent it from sticking How to make great guacamole Take home: A professional recipe An understanding and new skill of how to make tortillas Fresh tortillas...

(68) All levels 18 and older
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Rolling into Fall with Mireille

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Roll into Fall with this hands-on workshop making fresh and beautiful fall rolls with Mireille, plant-based food artist and the founder of High on Wholesome. Students will use rice paper, rainbow veggies and naturally dyed mung bean noodles, and will also be making a delicious peanut butter sauce to serve with the final product. Please Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Thai One On

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Bring the flavors of Thailand to your table with this approachable and tasty menu from Chef JJ Levenstein. At the same time, you'll hone your knife skills, work with an Instant Pot and use a wok like a pro! On the menu:  Tom Yum Soup,  Thai Beef Salad,  Pad Thai, and  a festive Thai-inspired Mocktail! Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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The Dairy Lab

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Join Chef Michal Harris to do some delicious experimenting in the kitchen. You’ll turn cream into butter, make homemade ricotta and use it in sweet and savory ways, and make fresh mozzarella from scratch. Is it science, or is it magic? Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 14 and older
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Trader Joe's Shortcuts - Spring

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

BLVD owner Sharon Graves will share her favorite tips for making quick, easy and delicious seasonal meals from your neighborhood Trader Joe's.  On the Spring Menu: Market Veggies with Whipped Feta Pesto Salmon Bright Arugula Salad Fresh Berry Crostata Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Fast and Fresh Do Ahead Dinners

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Eating well can be easy and efficient, with a little advance planning and the great tips and recipes Chef Michal Harris will share with you tonight. Learn how to prep proteins, grains and veggies over the weekend, and enjoy lean, hearty and delicious meals all week long. In this session, we'll be focusing on super-seasonal Spring ingredients! Note: Closed toe shoes are required

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Family Friday: Teriyaki Night

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Bring the family down to BLVD and join Chef Michal Harris for an evening of hands-on cooking and fun.  Tonight, you'll be making: Teriyaki Chicken Steamed Rice Edamame Dessert Wontons Families with kids ages 5 and up. All kids must be accompanied by a participating adult family member for this class. Note:  The price includes admission for 1 adult and 1 child ages 5-12. Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 5 and older
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Entertaining with JJ: Festive Apps

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Whether it's a simple dinner with friends or a party for a crowd, Chef JJ will be sure your event starts off on the right note with the perfect appetizer.  Learn how to make welcome bites and grazing platters to make your seasonal celebrations deliciously festive! Note: Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Modern Jewish Cooking: Passover

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Chef Michal Harris takes classic Jewish dishes and updates them into a simple, stunning, modern meal, just in time for the holidays! The Passover class menu includes: Salmon Mousse Lemon Chicken Fruit Matzoh Kugel Flourless Chocolate Almond Torte Note:  Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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Classic Greek Cuisine

BLVD. Kitchen @ 13535 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA

Voyage to the Greek Isles right from our kitchen, as Chef Michal teaches you how to cook the classic, clean flavors of the region.  You'll learn to make: Spanakopita Keftedes (Greek Meatballs) Braised Chicken indulgent Rolled Baklava for dessert Closed Toe shoes are required.

(73) All levels 16 and older
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