I just completed a 20-week cooking class at LA Cooking School and it was such a wonderful…read moreexperience. Our teacher was fantastic -- informative, patient, encouraging, and always so helpful. We learned essential cooking techniques, kitchen basics, and so many delicious recipes that I'll continue making at home. The class itself was equally special because we had such a great group of students and truly enjoyed learning and cooking together each week. I will genuinely miss this class and look forward to taking more classes at LA Cooking School in the future. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to improve their cooking skills in a fun and welcoming environment!

Experience: very well run institution with ample space and tools. Offered classes are broad in…read morevariety and very accommodating for beginners. Teaching: classes are structured and run on time. Teachers are fantastic and patient, especially with new students. Most of the classes are paired off in groups which means individual instruction and supervision is minimal so unless you're looking for something more formal with extremely tailored feedback, a private session is likely better versus a group setting. Other Comments: this was likely a one-off incident, but at a class I attended. I was disappointed with the assistant (Stephanie). As the class was winding down and desserts were being handed, for some reason, she served herself and ate before completing distribution so there were several attendees who didn't receive their desserts (which they paid for!). It was bizarre and unprofessional, which was weird given that she had been helpful and attentive throughout the class so I don't know what happened. She also seemed not to have budgeted well and hadn't purchased enough ingredients, especially for the dessert, which may be another reason for why we ran out so fast at this particular class.

This was a GREAT class! I attended "Thanksgiving Without Tears" on November 15, 2009 and loved it!…read moreClifford and Martha worked so well together and their dishes were spectacular! Wine was served and everyone was brought a plate at the end of the class to try everything. It included turkey with Cliff's special gravy, two different kinds of stuffing, sweet potatoes with apple puree, and 4 onion gratin (my FAVORITE)!! I'm attending "Modern Casserole Cookery" on Wednesday and I can't wait!

From the owner: Cookings lessons in three series: Learn to Cook, Recipes for Health, Mediterranean Cuisine, ever…read moreWednesday and Sunday. Class descriptions and on-line registration at www.VeniceCookingSchool.com

Horrible experience! I booked twice and my girlfriend…read morebooked once to try and do something fun over Valentine's Day. Each one was cancelled so we rebooked. Each one took over a week before they cancelled. Now struggling to find something else for the holiday. BOOKING CANCELED Hi xxxx xxxxxxxx Your booking has been canceled and fully refunded for the following: No reasons or explanation. If you can't depend on your service, why offer it? Never again !

We booked a cooking class for March 13 as part of an anniversary weekend. The initial class was…read morecanceled and we were rebooked in another group class for the same date. I received an email saying we were rebooked and the chef was confirmed and that we would receive details a few days before. Yesterday I reached out for details and was told they "dropped the ball" and we had not been rebooked. The customer service agent claimed she had no record of our ever being told we rebooked (I sent her the emails). She said we were refunded, then changed her story when I said I saw no refund and said we were never charged. No offer to book another class. Even a confirmation email from them does NOT mean you have a reservation!

We had date night at the Violet Cooking School and it was amazing. Chef Jesse and his team were…read morebeyond outstanding. We also picked up some good tips on how to finely cook a hanger steak and prepare a fresh berry crumble...loved it!

I took a cooking class and got almost 0 instruction. We were paired with partners and we just…read morefollowed the recipe. I could have been at home doing this myself. Very disappointing experience.

OK, when's the last time you were so excited about a food experience that you rushed home,…read morepostponed sleep to write your review? Not since you believed in Santa? Me too, until tonight. I deem this a Christmas miracle, as what were the odds the party I attended would be catered by Chef Barrow? It's been years since I enjoyed her kitchen wizardry. Tonight's light bites pleased every palate from the Sweet & Sour Glazed Chicken Sausage http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=go6_Th2IOJcYDKFmBaGAEg to the Achiote Chicken & Pineapple Skewers http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=p2H5RHiUwaWGInInLiRKdw to the delicate Bangkok Shrimp in Wonton Crisps http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=GYA31USKmuPzvhy4cvqEmQ to the quality carbo-loaded, Tuscan Farfalle Pasta Salad http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=w5XS_fVFl-qRR7Ljev8XoA , as well as, the Sundried Tomato Pesto Crostinis http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=CzMnewgPmwPRIWe5lMpuSg. And because good things come in small packages, the Salted Caramel Double Chocolate Brownies http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wou1pASvxFPSbsK14BoHdQ?select=eEAjPpejEOLF2prRPt2eqw capped the evening's festivities on high note!

OMG!!! I'm all in!!…read more Are you a busy professional on the go? Are you just wanting to pamper yourself?? Do you just want good food?? All of the above apply to me, and I can't think of anyone more capable to service my personal chef needs than Chef Donna.. There is not one thing she's made that I have not absolutely LOVED!!! In fact I polished off a healthy portion of her Shrimp and Orzo pasta tonight.. It was TOUGH leaving some for lunch tomorrow.. (I will be counting down the minutes 'til it's lunch time) Hope I am productive in the morning!! **LOL** Seriously Donna's food is really that good. Delicious, healthy and very much worth it.. Whether you try her Dinner Solutions Plans or have her help you with an elegant at home dinner party, Donna is officially MY go to solution.. Your Plate or Mine http://yourplateormineinc.com

My daughter did a whole week in Summer Camp doing the Around the World theme and she loved the…read moreexperience! It was a trek to go to Culver City coming from KTown but traffic wasn't so bad so I don't mind at all. I was looking for a cooking camp beyond the usual 1-2 hours sessions that other places offered. I'm glad I came across this program. It's in the St Augustine Church kitchen which is a lovely parish church right across Sony Pictures Studios. I used to live in the area and got married at this same church many years ago so it brought a bit of nostalgia driving by the place and taking my daughter here. Anyways, the week went by fast! She also brought home so much food each day that the whole family tried. I've already recommended the camp to my other parent friends. Hopefully we can be back!

We had the most wonderful experience at this kids' cooking summer camp! Scott was absolutely…read moreamazing--so patient, enthusiastic, and able to make every child feel confident and excited in the kitchen. The recipes were fun and delicious, and the way he explained each step made it easy for the kids to follow along while still learning real cooking skills. My child came home beaming with pride and wanted to keep cooking when they got home. This class is a perfect mix of education, creativity, and fun. Highly recommend!

Our newly formed work team had the very best team building event here and I highly recommend it to…read moreanyone. From the friendly and knowledgeable staff to highly engaging activities and tons of laughter. And the best part? We learned how to make fresh, authentic pasta with a beautiful red sauce.

I joined Impastiamo's Italian Pasta Sauces Class and had such a great time! The evening was full of…read morewine, charcuterie, and plenty of laughs. We got hands-on making three classics: Carbonara, Amatriciana, and Cacio e Pepe. I picked up many tips for getting those authentic flavors. It was fun, interactive, and way more than just a cooking class. Can't wait to recreate these sauces at home for friends and family.

Nikki's meals are very tasty AND healthy. She is super easy to work with, customizing meals to meet…read moremy specific dietary restrictions as well as preferences of picky members of the family. She is extremely responsive and flexible. She offers great variety and flavor. I am so glad I found her.

I ordered vegan meals from Nikki. She was so helpful in making sure i picked the right sides for…read morethe meals. The meals were delivered on time and smelled and tasted amazing, even though i ate them a few days later. The meals were healthy, and the presentation was great. I would highly recommend ordering from Nikki's Table!

This has to be one of my favorite things to take my son to and his friends. It has been such an…read moreamazing experience for them. The confidence he has gained in the kitchen, to cook with me, has been so much fun to see. He is only 5 and he is cracking eggs like a pro. I highly recommend checking this place out to give your kids a great opportunity to learn a new skill and join you in the kitchen at home!

What a gem of a place this is! Highly recommend bringing your kids here. Their chefs are incredible…read morewith kids. My just turned 3 year old was terrified at first. We had to run away at drop off and wait to make sure she settled. With the expert staff she did and had an incredible time! She was so proud of the food she cooked - Lemony Chickpea Orzo. We all shared what she made for lunch! Thank you Dyoni Alexa Virginia you girls are amazing!

My in-person Excel sessions were great! My teacher was very thorough with each topic covered and…read moremakes sure you fully understand everything before moving on. He takes the time to answer any questions you may have. I definitely recommend!!! Thank you again !

This is such a great class!!! As an owner of two small businesses, I needed to learn to do my own…read morebookkeeping to track my income & expense. I tried learning QB on my own by watching YouTube videos, attended the free online courses, read some info but it was all very confusing. I'm sooooo happy to have found this one-on-one class. My instructor, Ken, was very patient, knowledgeable and explained everything so clearly. I've gained so much knowledge within the 3 days attending his class. We covered everything I needed to know about QB online. They provided me with worksheets, that's very easy to follow and understand. I highly recommend this class!!! If you're struggling with QB or just need a refresher, it's worth every penny to invest in this course. Just as Benjamin Franklin said: An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.