Private Cooking or Baking Class with a Cordon Bleu Chef

California, USA
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Cook alongside Nicole, a vibrant Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef with 15+ years of experience in French and Italian cuisine, and a personal chef to LA’s elite. In her welcoming home kitchen, you’ll learn hands-on techniques for preparing Mediterranean-inspired dishes—or opt for a baking class featuring scones and macarons. Whether you’re searing steak, perfecting vinaigrette, or mastering delicate macarons, Nicole shares expert tips and warm hospitality. Enjoy your meal with wine or beer, and leave with new skills and unforgettable memories. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are all welcome—just note preferences when booking!

Options

Cooking Class + Dinner
Cooking Class + Lunch

What's included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Private Mediterranean Cooking Class or Baking Class with a local Chef Nicole

What to expect

PRIVATE COOKING CLASS: Join Nicole in her welcoming home kitchen for a hands-on Mediterranean cooking class, featuring family-inspired and original recipes. Over two hours, you’ll learn to prepare a salad, main course, and dessert - from scratch. Discover expert tips like searing steak to perfection or keeping chicken juicy, and mastering homemade vinaigrette. After cooking, savor your delicious creations with wine or beer in Nicole's company. Perfect for food lovers seeking culinary skills and a delightful dining experience! Your host accommodates vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets.

PRIVATE BAKING CLASS: Master the art of baking savory or sweet scones and macarons, paired with an iced coffee latte or wine. Sample flavors include cheddar jalapeño or blueberry thyme scones, and chocolate, caramel, or raspberry macarons.

To request this baking class, mention “Baking Class” in the "Special requirements" field; otherwise, it will default to a Cooking Class.

After your meal, you can enjoy a scenic desert hike to Yaqui Well, a historic spring in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park just 15 miles away—perfect for nature lovers and hikers.

  1. Yaqui Well

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your host at her home. The above is a generic address in his neighborhood. Exact address and directions can be found in the "Before you Go" section of your confirmation.

End point

Meet your host at her home. The above is a generic address in his neighborhood. Exact address and directions can be found in the "Before you Go" section of your confirmation.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Your host's home has two dogs but they usually stay away during the experience.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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