Desserts from Chef Eric’s Culinary Classroom master baking program.
Cooking classes in Los Angeles teach not only technique in the kitchen, but the best way to plan, shop and present a meals. They are perfect for those who want to step up their kitchen skills, cook up a romantic meal for the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday or take a break from the LA restaurants scene. Here are a few from companies that offer cooking classes in LA.
Chef Eric’s Culinary Classroom – Rancho Park
Founded by renowned Los Angeles chef and cooking personality Chef Eric Jacques Crowley, Chef Eric’s Culinary Classroom offers instruction in a more traditional approach to cooking. A longtime fixture of the Los Angeles cooking scene, Chef Eric has appeared on countless local television and news programs where he has shown viewers the best techniques to take their cooking from serviceable to sizzling. His culinary classroom is among the best cooking classes in Los Angeles because it utilizes a variety of professional techniques that Chef Eric has perfected over the years. Depending on the class, costs can run between $200 and $2,500. Classes are offered in international cuisine, baking, culinary basics, healthy cooking and a culinary master chef program. The classes are typically held in the Rancho Park area near Westwood. One word of caution: no food is allowed to be taken home from the class—even more encouragement for students to try what they’ve learned at home.
Cook LA – Studio City
At Cook L.A. in Studio City offers a comprehensive and unique cooking class with the mantra “Cook, Eat, & Live Well.” The approach here is based on selecting fresh and high-quality ingredients for dishes that are easy to prepare and don’t involve too much investment of time and money. Cooking is taught from the standpoint of social activity and the school offers dozens of innovative cooking, including Gourmet Vegetarian, Gourmet Pizza and French Pastries classes. Terrific Thai and Indian Flavors from Bollywood cooking classes add international flare to course offerings.
Hipcooks – West LA
West Los Angeles is known for being a bit of everything: upscale, middle class, trendy and yet classic all at the same time. What it is most of all, however, is “hip”, which is why Hipcooks is one of the most respected and beloved cooking classes in Los Angeles. Instructors at Hipcooks goes out of their way to teach students a hands-on approach toward cooking that is both fun and relaxed. There are no measuring utensils allowed and students are encouraged to find the right balance in their preparations by tasting it and then making adjustments. Learn to trust your own instincts, Hipcooks says, and you’ll never fail in kitchen, no matter what you’re cooking. Classes begin at $65 and are held on Robertson Blvd. in West Los Angeles. An apron and an appetite are recommended: students will need both.
