Such an amazing experience from start to finish! The chef was not only incredibly talented but also…read morea fantastic instructor -- patient, engaging, and made everything easy to follow. The whole atmosphere had such a fun, welcoming vibe that made the night feel special. The food we made was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were just as good -- and yes, they're all-you-can-drink, which was a huge bonus! This is perfect for a date night, girls' night, or honestly anyone looking to level up their cooking skills while having a great time. I would 100% do this again. Highly recommend!

We had such an amazing time taking a cooking class here this past weekend with another couple! Yes…read moreit costs $125 dollars per person but you are getting an experience, lots of yummy food and wine! There were only eight people total, which made it feel really intimate and hands-on. We learned how to make pasta from scratch and enjoyed unlimited wine, honestly, what's not to love? The instructor Chief Marita, was incredibly friendly, down-to-earth, and shared some great techniques we'll actually use at home. Highly recommend!

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.

The best cooking school in all of LA! The kitchen is gorgeous, and the instructors are incredibly…read moreknowledgeable. The recreational classes are so much fun, and you even get to eat what you made together at the end! The perfect night out in LA!

Did you know macarons are gluten-free?…read more I took a macaron making class at The Gourmandise School, and it was quite fun & informative. Seeing the process on how those delectable treats are made, gave a greater appreciation each time I wolf one down. Clemence was a great instructor, patient with newbies, explaining things simply & gracefully. I thought creating the unique fillings would be the most daunting task, but they came out great. Located on the 3rd floor of Santa Monica Place, the classes at The Gourmandise School are the perfect opportunity for those intimidated by pastry-making & cooking. I had an absolute blast, and recommend everyone scheduling a future class at The Gourmandise School.

My partner and I took this cooking class as a date experience. While our chef was truly wonderful,…read morekind, welcoming, and very professional, the overall class didn't meet our expectations for the price. The class structure made it hard to learn honestly. instead of cooking step by step together, all instructions were given at once and we were left to cook independently, which was overwhelming and difficult to remember details like which ingredients to add/when, how long to cook things for and proper technique, especially for beginners. A power outage that required sharing burners added to the disorganization. We were also surprised to be required to share ingredients (including raw meat) with someone we didn't know across from us, which felt awkward for an expensive date experience. There was no clear wrap up at the end, and people began eating and leaving without much direction. Again our chef was great, and we enjoyed the stories and history behind the dishes, but overall the cooking lesson experience didn't match the cost or the hands on learning we were expecting.

Our organization recently attended an event in this beautiful location. The ambiance was inviting,…read morethe staff was responsive and helpful, and the food was delicious! I highly recommend this team-building opportunity.

This year our company contacted LA Food Works and did a team building event. LA Food Works…read morespecializes in group cooking classes and the entire event lasted about 3~4 hours. Rose is the event organizer and everyone met at her house at 10 AM. After a warm reception and a quick introduction, we quickly split into different teams and I was assigned to the Creamy White Bean and Fennel Casserole station. The staff was very helpful and I just simply followed staff's instructions. Everyone pretty much finished the cooking by 12 PM and we were able to enjoy fruits of our labor! *** Menu *** * Roasted Beef Tenderloin and Chicken Stuffed with Mixed Herb Pesto * Arugula Salad with Candied Pine Nuts and Parmesan Dressing * Roasted Broccoli with Pumpkin Seeds, Pecorino and Gremolata * Creamy White Bean and Fennel Casserole * Lemon Souffle Cake with Macerated Mixed Berries Personally I liked arugula salad the best and my least favorite dish was lemon souffle cake (too sweet). Rose even emailed a digital copy of the recipe to everyone the following week! Overall it was a great team building experience and we also did a murder mystery right after our lunch (different company - not related to LA Food Works).

Unbelievable Who turns down business?…read moreI called 5 times a day for the last 3 days and left several voicemails. I dragged 4 kids here (half hour drive) to catch someone to help me book a birthday and they say they're in the middle of the class and closed the door on my face. Not closed- slammer. I said I want to talk to someone for a minute they said no we are busy and slammed the door. Is this somewhere I want to spend close to a grand and bloom a parry at??? Absolutely not!

Definitely deserving of 5 stars!…read more My friend and I came a little late, but Chef Liz welcomed us with a big smile. We put on our aprons, washed our hands, and quickly got seated to begin our group lesson on knife sharpening and vegetable chopping. She and Chef Adam even walked around to make sure we were doing everything properly and not cutting our fingers off. What I thought was really neat was that Chef Liz had a mirror on the ceiling to provide an aerial view of what she was doing at her station! The menu was great. We had lemon berry scones, quiches, bell pepper and leek hashbrowns, bread pudding, and an omelette bar! Chefs Liz and Adam were very organized and had each station prepared with all the ingredients. They had all the instruments needed to create a truly delicious brunch feast. I will definitely be back to try one of Chef Liz and Chef Adams classes in the near future!

host was really nice, I enjoyed the experience learning how to become home cooks. It was a fun and…read morerelaxing experience filled with people that are at different skill levels. Host gave us minimal guidance as needed making it feel like a more interactive class. The food tasted great and the people there were even greater

This review is long overdue- I have taken 5 classes with Hipcooks so far and have loved each one! I…read morealways walk away with not only the recipes that they teach us but also bits of information and techniques that I always incorporate into my cooking knowledge moving forward. I've taken the following classes so far and highly recommend them: Don't Cry for Me, Argentina Ragin' Cajun Let's go to Thailand Crowd Pleasers J'aime, Paris There's always 1 instructor, 1 assistant, and up to 12 "students" per class, and times/prices vary. Everyone will get involved in cooking an entire meal, from appetizer to main entree to dessert, and you definitely leave feeling full and excited to make the menu for your loved ones.

I was an average cook & baker and foodie. I would bake for the office occasionally and for all the…read moreholidays. I was looking to learn more because sometimes the internet recipes aren't quite right and I couldn't figure out what I did wrong. ACE has small classes giving you a lot of attention from Chef Cecilia and the Teacher's Assistants. All my questions were answered and more! Chef Cecilia also guides you and explains there are many many career avenues to explore even if you don't want to work in the kitchen. I'm proud to say that I am a graduate of both the Professional Baking and Cooking Program. I was able to get experience in the kitchen, catering events and an insight of how to run a business. Thank you Chef Cecilia for taking the time and energy to teach me, I look forward to continuing to learn from you.

Wonderful program! I recommend it to anyone looking to take culinary chef program for their own…read moreenjoyment or for a career. It is an important life skill and you will learn a lot.

We went there for dinner. It was a bit loud so they moved us outside. It was in August. We had a…read morefabulous crab leg dinner. Now that I know they have cooking stuff such as lessons. I'm very interested.

Sharon and her team are fantastic teachers. We've taken their adult cooking classes, and recently…read morebooked them for one of our kids' birthday parties. They taught nine kids how to make cupcakes and everyone had a fantastic time. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an adult cooking/baking class, or kids baking class.

Saute Academy was such a fun experience. I went for their knife cutting technique class and…read moregenuinely learned a lot. Everything was clean and well organized, and Chef Tony was amazing, knowledgeable, helpful, thorough, and really insightful throughout the class. I cook often at home and across a wide variety of cuisines, so it was honestly a little humbling in the best way to realize how much optimizing your cutting technique can improve your cooking overall. The class felt approachable for beginners while still offering value even if you already cook regularly. I'd love to see this kind of class expanded into multiple stages or levels so people can continue building their skills over time. We'll definitely be back, especially because they offer full cooking classes across a variety of international cuisines. Overall, a really great experience.

SO MUCH FUN!! Thanks to Yelpers for suggesting this place -- we had a cozy group to make a St…read morePatrick's Day meal. The chef and staff were excellent -- helped everyone prepare their dish and provided lots of great hands-on tips as we prepared the meal. The facility is top notch with great equipment, and the ingredients we used were very fresh. You can bring your own beverages and the best part is sharing the meal afterward that everyone came together to prepare, which was delicious! I will definitely be back to learn some new and interesting dishes. I highly recommend this class for all skill levels.

Bad service. I registered for the wrong class by mistake and spent a week trying to contact them…read morethrough email and their phone number (left a voicemail) with no response. Yes I gave them my money and now I can't even get a response. This is ridiculous and I will definitely recommend not getting entangled with this place. STAY AWAY.

Cool presentation. Left early because the chick in front of me kept flipping and flipping her hair…read moreall the around, I don't know what she sprayed on it ,but my allergies kicked off right away. I politely slipped out because my nose kept acting up. And also 30,000 is a bit too pricey for this short term program.