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COOKING and BAKING CLASSES for the CULINARY CURIOUS

Highly-touted as one of the best cooking schools in Los Angeles, The Gourmandise School offers hands-on cooking and baking classes for beginners to professionals using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients whenever possible. Located in downtown Santa Monica at the Santa Monica Place Shopping Center, adults, teens, and kids are taught with a focus on classic techniques.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Kids Camps – Ages 8-12
Teen Camps – Ages 12-16

Let us unlock your child’s culinary world this summer with our immersive camps tailored for kids and teens! Ignite their passion for food as they embark on a flavorful journey through our hands-on, interactive sessions. From mastering basic kitchen skills to exploring diverse global cuisines, our chef instructors will guide budding chefs of all skill levels in creating delicious dishes and delectable treats.

In our cooking camps, young chefs will learn essential techniques while whipping up savory delights from around the world. Whether they’re crafting homemade pasta or crimping the perfect pie crust, each day offers a new culinary adventure to expand their palate and culinary repertoire.

Our camps fill quickly, so don’t miss out!

SUMMER CAMPS

GUIDES, HELPFUL TOOLS & TIPS

Whether you’re hosting an event, having a cozy family gathering, or simply attending the celebration – we have you covered with our gift ideas, timelines, must-have kitchen tools, guides, and tips!

The Gourmandise School offers an array of expertly crafted Series Courses designed to elevate your culinary and baking skills. Unlock the secrets of Baking & Pastry with our expertly designed courses that explore the foundations of Baking Fundamentals and Master professional techniques in our Pro Pastry Series Level 1 and Pro Pastry Series Level 2.

Perfect your kitchen skills with our Cooking Series Courses like the Vegetarian Series, and Cooking 101, then take it further with Cooking 201!

Step up your culinary game with The Gourmandise School’s Cooking 101 Series! This four-week journey transforms beginners into confident home chefs. Master knife skills, perfect poultry, explore meats, and cook fish like a pro. Take your cooking skills to the next level by enrolling now in either the January or February course to start your culinary journey!
Embark on a flavorful journey with The Gourmandise School’s Vegetarian Series! This four-week course will transform your veggie-forward cooking with global-inspired techniques and dishes. From Japanese ramen to Middle Eastern falafel, Indian tikka masala, and Mexican enchiladas, you’ll elevate your plant-based creations.
Master the art of baking with The Gourmandise School’s 4-Week Baking Fundamentals! From breakfast pastries to cookies, breadmaking, and classic desserts, you’ll learn essential techniques, the science of baking, and tips for professional results. Join us and elevate your baking game!
Elevate your baking skills with The Gourmandise School’s Pro Pastry Series 1: The Basics of Baking! This 10-week professional program is perfect for novice bakers and culinary enthusiasts. Gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen, mastering essential techniques like pâte à choux, cheesecakes, pies, and more. Craft bakery-worthy treats from scratch every step of the way.
Transform your cooking skills with The Gourmandise School’s Learn to Cook: A 10-Week Series! Guided by Chef Chris Winthrop, this immersive, hands-on course will teach you the techniques and confidence to cook intuitively. From knife skills to mastering sauces, crafting pasta, and cooking meats and fish, you’ll learn to prepare healthy, delicious meals with ease. Perfect for anyone ready to elevate their kitchen game.
Indulge your love for British baking with The Gourmandise School’s 4-Week Great British Baking Series! Inspired by The Great British Baking Show, this hands-on series is perfect for fans eager to create ‘show stoppers.’ Explore classic and modern British recipes like cream scones, sausage rolls, Victoria sponge, and sticky toffee pudding. Learn to demystify British baking ingredients, techniques, and lingo while crafting delectable treats. Join us for a delicious adventure across the pond!

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Custom culinary events with a private chef for your group.

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Culinary Classes for kids and adults, beginners to the pros.

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Gift Shop

Cooking and baking gifts for everyone on your list!

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Give The Gift of Gourmandise

We’ve curated a few sets, such as baking kits, from our most popular classes. Check out our Gift Shop.

Give the Gift of Gourmandise

The perfect gift for any occasion, Date Night, Mother’s Day, Birthdays, Engagements, any holiday – they will love it! You can purchase gift certificates in any amount, and they may be used towards any of our cooking or baking classes.

The best part is they never expire!

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