Had an amazing time at the 5-course Mediterranean inspired lunch that was prepared and served by…read morestudents from the Culinary Arts program. Not only do the students plan the menu, but they practice describing the dishes before they're served. My favorite was the Babaganoush and the lamb shank! These students are very talented and I like to support Cerritos College since I myself am an Alumnus.

This review is specifically for the Falcon Room Restaurant which is run by the Cerritos College…read moreCulinary Arts students. It probably should have its own listing but as other reviews for it seem to be here already (and because I'm too lazy to create a new listing) I'm leaving my review here. The restaurant is small, perhaps a dozen tables, and is difficult to find. It is hidden down a hall and around the corner from the student cafe. It's behind what looks like just another classroom door. They have designated parking right near the restaurant and provide a parking pass to put on your dashboard so you don't have to pay for student parking. Chefs and servers are students supervised by instructors. The menu changes periodically and they also have special theme meals from time to time which you can be informed of by providing your email. Although I'm not certain, I think it was my server's first time ever attending to someone. She was a little unsure of herself but very sweet and went back to the kitchen to get answers to questions when she didn't know. I gave her my order and sat back to see what would come out to the table. I was first given a complimentary bruschetta with eggplant which was an excellent little appetizer. I then had some potato leek soup which was thick and delicious; a perfect starter on a cold day. Next came my main meal - a bento box with pork katsu. As one would expect, as this meal was prepared by students, there were hits and misses. The pork was cooked well but the coating wasn't quite what I've come to expect (too oily, no crunch - I don't think they used Panko - and over salted). The tempura vegetables were superb. The salad had a bit much dressing on it but I personally like it that way. Dessert was an incredible rich chocolate cake with raspberry filling. The cake itself was worth the price I paid for the entire meal. Prices are insanely cheap and portions are plentiful. The perfection of the food on your plate will vary depending on what students are cooking that day. If you are a risk taker and want to have some fun, this is a great little student restaurant to enjoy some tasty food and give future chefs some experience.

So much FUN! Have always wanted to do a prep cooking class, but never seemed to find the time…read more However, I am now hooked. It was so much fun meeting different people with different culinary skills.

This was such a fun experience. I attended the Tuscan cooking class, and although it was pretty…read morefull, we ended up making some new friends along the way. There's an option to purchase wine, and while the selection is limited, it's clearly curated and high quality. The Tuscan menu was simple yet absolutely delicious. My only minor critique is that I wish the class had been a bit more hands-on--the instructor occasionally took over rather than letting participants do more themselves. That said, I understand time constraints and how challenging it can be with a large group. I imagine this experience would be even better in a more intimate setting. Overall, the food was excellent, and the instructors and staff were fun, friendly, and engaging. It is on the pricier side, but you're essentially getting a three-course meal, plus a 10% discount on anything in the store the day of the class, which is a nice bonus.

I really enjoy Chef Minh culinary, it's the best in town. She knows how to make all the cuisine…read morefrom different regions of the world. You need to check it out because it's the best! Five star!!!

From the owner: Our business offers customers a new experience in culinary cuisine. We offer a variety of different…read morefoods from different cultures and countries. The deadline for ordering meal prep is 1 day in advance before 3pm. There is a set menu for meal prep, please contact for menu as it changes based on what is available. Any catering events must be reserved at least 7 days in advance for any event. Do you have a special event & you would like the chef to personally come & cook a special meal for you, family, or friends? Please reserve at least 7 days in advance. Cooking classes are only by appointments. Option for in person or zoom classes. We have specialty sauces, jam, jelly, pickled veggies for sale. We have frozen foods like eggrolls. Please call, text, or email me directly to get a faster response. Website is currently under construction.

Overall a Great experience. It was a last minute thing I need a bartender for Christmas party. They…read morewere able to squeeze me in. I would def recommend them!!!

Attending Long Beach bartending school was the smartest investment I have ever made. Elvis is…read moreamazing. He created so many job opportunities for us, his students. I am forever grateful for the jobs I have received due to attending his school. I can take care of my family easier now. Thank you Elvis.

Had a great cooking lesson with Chef Greg. He was very communicative prior to our lesson to…read moreunderstand what we were hoping to get out of the session. We planned a family lesson and he made sure to involve our kids in the food prep. We had a great time, learned a lot, and enjoyed a great meal.

We hired Greg to do a holiday appetizer making party with my friends. His expertise is amazing. He…read moreworked with me every step of the way to plan and prep for the party. He got to my place early and worked hard to set up a beautiful display and then engaged everyone in my party. I will definitely use his services again. He didn't leave a huge mess behind, which a bonus. I wish I took pictures because the display of food was amazing, matched only by the flavor of each dish prepared.

Chef Matt far exceeded our expectations for a wonderful dinner party. It was a special birthday for…read moremy wife and Chef Matt really came through with the most amazing meal. Each course was perfect, and no detail was missed. Each guest was blown away by the amazing flavors and how they seamlessly fit with each other. Course after course of insane flavor and decadence. Chef Matt is easy to work with, very communicative, and has a well thought out plan. He provided a recommended menu, we had him add a beautiful charcuterie board to start the evening, and away he went. He was on time and finished prepping the food in our kitchen with the intoxicating aroma wafting through the house. Thank you, Chef Matt. If I could rate you 10 stars I would.

INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE…read more This was one of the most interesting, fun, fulfilling experiences my husband and I have ever had. If you are even remotely thinking about booking, I would highly recommend doing so. My husband is very in to cooking/food. He's a cooking show junkie who has no professional training but loves to cook and learn. I booked Chef Matt as a Date Night activity for us. The whole "Before" process was very easy. Chef Matt sent us some sample menus. I chose the California Coastal one. I wasn't super sure about one of the options (I'm kind of a picky eater) so Chef Matt worked with me to swap out the suggested course option to make it something we would enjoy a bit more. I have to note because I was so impressed- This alternative was one of the coolest dishes we had ever had. Chef Matt asked what our favorite vegetable was. My answer was asparagus. Chef Matt prepared a dish that used asparagus 5 different ways! Talk about creative! We loved it! Any how, Chef Matt showed up the day of with everything needed to cook our 4-course meal. I wasn't sure what to expect, so set our table and had the dishwasher empty; ready to go for dishes after the meal. I was happily surprised when Chef Matt showed up with not only the items needed to cook the meal, but also his own pots/pans, cooking utensils, dishes for every course, cleaning products, and a trash bag of his own! The only things we needed were silverware, napkins, and our drinks (which I pre-planned wine pairing to each course...something I'd highly recommend doing/asking about- Chef Matt had great insight for the pairings)! Chef Matt did a little prep work and let us know we could be as involved or uninvolved as we wanted in the cooking process. We chose to be more involved. Chef Matt explained everything he was doing to prepare each dish as we watched. He explained technique, ingredients, past experiences, and shared his passion for food with us. The food from each course was unbelievable. Better than the best restaurant in town! All around the same price we would have spent going to a nice restaurant- 110% worth the value. Chef Matt is truly talented. His creativity, knowledge of the art, and passion for cooking are very well displayed through his food. I would say every course was better than the last, but honestly, each and ever course was so top-notch/delicious it was hard to pick a favorite. It was so cool to see such high quality food being prepared in our very own kitchen. By the time my husband and I finished our last course, Chef Matt already had our kitchen sparkling clean. He did not leave a single crumb, dish, or piece of trash. I cannot say enough good things about this experience or about Chef Matt. My husband and I were beyond impressed. Chef Matt is an awesome, friendly, personable guy who is beyond talented and an excellent teacher. We have so much admiration for him and his art. We will for sure be booking again!

Was in need of a VERY last minute edible print, I'm talking 20 mins to close…read more They answered the phone, extremely polite and sweet. I told them my need and my rush... There was no issue! I was 15 mins away, got there with a few mins to spare. I sent the image over, and had the print within less than 10 mins. The quality of the print was fantastic! This was for a big launch party for a satellite, so it needed to look professional, and it sure did! I appreciate you for being there, staying there, and allowing me to get this print! You saved the day!

Cake Playhouse did an amazing job! Everything looked beautiful and tasted amazingly. Chef Yi had…read moreeverything ready for my daughter's Sweet Sixteen birthday party. You can tell that she put a lot of care into her work. The whole experience was smooth and I was extremely happy with how everything turned out. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for delicious treats and great service!

The recipes are delicious and is really fun to watch him to do it. One of the nice things is that…read morehe came to my house with all the ingredients. We cooked in my kitchen! I learned knife skills, cooking techniques and had fun doing it!

From the owner: Easy, step-by-step cooking instruction in your own kitchen. Using your cookware and utensils you…read morewill learn basic cooking techniques that can be transferred to a variety of recipes. Repeating the class training is easier because you are learning in your own home.

Here's the thing, there are just so many good baked goods to choose from at Cafe Bleu Bakery in…read moreBuena Park (next to Zion market, on the north end of Beach Blvd.) They bake them from scratch, in-house, so you can always count on the breads, buns, cakes and cookies being fresh! For this first trip, I found myself enchanted by the more traditional Korean pastries - the sweet potato creamy red bean bun, the curry croquette, the salt breads and rice crackers (one of their most popular items they said.) Most everything costs between $3-5. What a steal! I ordered their new item -- a banana latte made with their own banana syrup and cold foam to go with a double shot of espresso. It was tasty though seeing the old timers with their hot brewed coffees and bean buns made me wish I'd gotten something hot too. All in all, I had a great time at Cafe Bleu and can't wait to come back and try some new things. There are lots of tables and plenty of room to meet up with friends or work or do your homework.

Cute little bakery with so many Korean-inspired breads and pastries to choose from. If you love…read moreblack sesame, the black sesame bread with red bean and a touch of cream is a must -- so flavorful and absolutely delicious. The chocolate cheesecake castella cake was super moist, the custard bread had the perfect balance of sweetness, soft and fluffy with just the right amount of filling. The almond bread was tasty too, with raisins mixed in for extra texture. One thing to note for anyone with nut allergies: although the ingredient label only listed almonds, there seemed to be other nuts present as we experienced an allergic reaction despite not being allergic to almonds.