Santa Monica’s vibrant culinary scene offers aspiring home chefs and food enthusiasts exciting opportunities to sharpen their kitchen skills. From beachside technique workshops to specialized cooking classes, local culinary institutions provide hands-on learning experiences for every skill level.
The Gourmandise School, PREP Cooking Classes, and Little Kitchen Academy represent Santa Monica’s premier destinations for culinary education. These renowned cooking schools transform passionate food lovers into confident home chefs through expertly designed, engaging instructional programs.
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Featured Cooking Classes in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Cooking Classes
Little Kitchen Academy
What to Expect
Montessori-based pedagogical approach to children's culinary education
Description
Montessori-inspired cooking academy offering hands-on culinary classes for children ages 2-18, focusing on practical life skills and kitchen confidence through interactive workshops covering knife skills, STEM cooking, and themed culinary experiences.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Little Kitchen Academy
Los Angeles Cooking School
What to Expect
Twenty-five year legacy of culinary education in Los Angeles
Description
Los Angeles Cooking School offers hands-on culinary workshops in Culver City, featuring expert-led classes that blend professional techniques with accessible learning. Instructors like Jess Hilton and Rachel Duboff create supportive environments where students explore seasonal ingredients, global cuisines, and fundamental cooking skills across various skill levels.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Los Angeles Cooking School
PREP Cooking Classes
What to Expect
Virtual and in-person kids cooking workshops
Description
Kid-friendly cooking classes in Santa Monica offering hands-on culinary experiences for children and families. Interactive workshops teach fundamental cooking skills through engaging, age-appropriate lessons where participants prepare complete meals together.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: PREP Cooking Classes
The Gourmandise School
What to Expect
Professional chef-led technique workshops with sustainability focus
Description
Santa Monica's premier recreational cooking school offering hands-on culinary and baking classes for adults, teens, and kids. Professional chef-instructors teach technique-driven courses emphasizing sustainability, seasonality, and classic foundations—from pizza making to professional pastry skills.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: The Gourmandise School
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