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Greater Los Angeles Cooking Classes

I have a wide variety of my own cooking classes in Los Angeles which are offered on the West side. A complete meal is served with wine at the end of each class and all classes are hands-on. You can sign up for my Better Than A Restaurant cooking classes online through this website by clicking on the Paypal button below each listing.

I also teach at two locations outside of West L.A. which are listed under Group Cooking Classes; for these cooking classes you register directly through the locations shown.

If you are interested in having a class at your home I can teach from two to twenty people and can travel to any area in Southern California. Please click here to find out more about private cooking classes. Thank you!

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Amanda's new cookbook Simple Real Food will be available for purchase at every cooking class in Los Angeles.




COOKING CLASSES IN LOS ANGELES: BY AMANDA CUSHMAN

Better Than a Restaurant Cooking Classes

You can register for these cooking classes by clicking on the Paypal button below.

August 2010

August 06 - Sake and Appetizers from Around the World
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $90
Menu: Various Sakes will be sampled and served, Southern Crab Cakes with Chipotle Mayonnaise, Greek Savory Cheese Triangles, Asian Salmon Tartare on Wonton Crisps, Italian Crostini with Wild Mushrooms and Pecorino, Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers

August 12 - More Greek Cooking
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Imam Bayaldi, Fried Feta with Mixed Greens, Taramosalata, Swordfish Souvlaki with Lemon Olive Oil Marinade, Scallion and Tomato Rice Pilaf, Greek Shortbread

August 14 - Best Ever Chicken
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Skewered Hoisin Chicken with Mango Dipping Sauce, Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Asian Chicken Salad, Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Roasted Shallots, Coconut Rice, Dark Chocolate Brownies

August 27 - Quick and Easy Entertaining
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Sesame Seared Tuna on Wonton Crisps, Spinach Phyllo Triangles, Crispy Salmon with Lentil Ragout, Arugula Salad with Mint and Endive, Chocolate Almond Biscotti

August 31 - Asian Fish Dishes
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Seared Sesame Ahi Tuna with Wasabi Soy Sauce, Thai Shrimp Salad with Lemongrass, Grilled Salmon with Asian Vegetables, Coconut Tart



September 2010

September 16 - Best Ever Fish and Shellfish
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Seared Tuna with Wasabi Soy Sauce, Miso Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy, Coconut Rice, Skewered Shrimp with Ginger Garlic Sauce, Watercress and Endive Salad, Bittersweet Chocolate Tart with Espresso Cream

September 17 - Fall Entertaining
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 10:00-12:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Roast Pork with Cinnamon Maple Glaze, Braised Garlic Green Beans, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic and Pecorino, Apple Tart with Almond Filling

September 22 - Indian Dinner Party
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Spicy Chicken Curry with Potatoes, Goan Shrimp in Roasted Coconut Sauce, Pink Lentil Dahl, Spinach Paneer, Garlic Braised Tomatoes with Chilies

September 23 - Tuscan Entrees
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Meatloaf with Pancetta and Pecorino, Tri Colore Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Parmesan Crisps, Tuscan Pork with Marsala Wine Sauce, Risotto with Wild Mushrooms, Amaretto Cake



October 2010

October 01 - Country French Cooking
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Herbed Lamb Chops, Potato Gratin with Gruyere, Ratatouille Nicoise, Chocolate Macaroons, Grand Marnier Strawberries

October 21 - Southern French Cooking
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Steamed Mussels with White Wine, Classic French Onion Soup, Steak Au Poivre, Frisee Salad with Lardons and Warm Chevre, Pommes Frites, Apple Crepes with Caramel Sauce

October 23 - Autumn Harvest
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Mixed Greens with Roasted Beets and Mint, French Lentils with Pancetta and Herbs, Chevre Potato Gratin, Pork Tenderloin with Pear Brandy Glaze, Almond Apple Tart with Chantilly Cream,

October 28 - Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Grilled Tofu with Peanut Sauce and Soba Noodles, Tempeh Stir Fry with Miso Dressing, Portobello Burgers with Roasted Peppers and Basil Pesto, Indian Vegetable Curry with Brown Basmati Rice, Vegan Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies



November 2010

November 04 - Pasta Sauces
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Puttanesca Sauce, Pasta with Pesto, Sesame Noodles with Grilled Chicken, Pasta with Turkey Sausage and Swiss Chard, Lemon Sorbet

November 11 - Tapas for Entertaining
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Garlic Shrimp with Chilies, Potato Prosciutto Croquettes, Black Bean Empanadas with Salsa, Portobello Crostini with Rosemary Aioli, Crostini with Seared Steak and Basil Puree

November 18 - Healthy Easy Fish Dishes
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 10:00 am- 12:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Coriander Crusted Tuna with Cilantro Citrus Dressing, Szechuan Stir Fry Shrimp with Broccoli, Snapper with Olives Capers and Oranges, Coconut Sticky Rice

November 22 - Thanksgiving with Ease
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $85
Menu: Roast Turkey Breast with Citrus Glaze, Creamy Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, Cranberry Orange Chutney, Butternut Squash Puree, Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Onions, Gingerbread Cake with Homemade Apple Sauce

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If you cannot attend a class, you must cancel 48 hours in advance to receive credit towards a new class. You may send someone to take your place if you cannot attend and it is too late to cancel. You will have one year to use your credit towards another class.

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Los Angeles Cooking Class Locations:

Platine Cookies
10850 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
Contact: 310 980 0139

Surfas Chef's Paradise
8777 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
Contact: 310-559-4770


BETTER THAN A RESTAURANT COOKING CLASSES

My cooking classes combine techniques and ethnic flavors to bring you an experience of world cuisine. Taught in Los Angeles; I developed all the recipes to offer students a chance to try foods from many of the countries I have traveled to. Some of the cultures represented are; India, Morocco, Italy, Jamaica and Thailand. All of the classes are hands-on and include a complete meal with wine after the class. The group is comprised of a wide range of students from all backgrounds and ages. My youngest student was nine years old and my eldest eighty- so everyone is welcome. The classes are taught in two locations on the West side; Culver City at Surfas Restaurant Supply and Platine Cookies on Washington Boulevard There is plenty of free parking and a 10% discount is offered to students at Surfas. Join us for a fun and delicious class where you are sure to enjoy cooking, learning and dining.

Group Cooking Classes in Los Angeles

Please call these cooking class locations to register.

August 2010

August 03 - Flavors Of Mexico
Location: Lets Get Cookin' (Address)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Best Ever Guacamole, Jicama Mango Salad with Chile Lime Dressing, Scallop Ceviche, Beef Tacos with Green and Red Sauce, Mexican Fish Soup with Cilantro, Ancho Chile Rice, Chicken Enchiladas with Tomatillo Sauce, Chocolate Rum Flan

August 26 - Casual Summer Entertaining
Location: Lets Get Cookin' (Address)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Steamed Salmon with Arugula Pesto, Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad with Basil, Grilled Steak with the Best Marinade, New Potato Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, Grilled Pork with Spinach Mint Salad, Lemon Ice with Candied Ginger

September 2010

September 29 - On the Road to Casablanca
Location: Lets Get Cookin' (Address)
Time: 6:30 -9:30 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons, Stuffed Flatbread with Mint and Feta, Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Orange and Olive Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Moroccan Lamb Stew, Phyllo Bundles with Fig and Almond Filling and Chantilly Cream

October 2010

October 19 - Autumn Harvest
Location: Lets Get Cookin' (Address)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Italian Chicken Stew with White Beans and Artichokes, Risotto with Wild Mushrooms, Gratin of Potatoes, Lamb Chops with Balsamic Glaze, Roasted Beets with Sauteed Shallots, Apple Filled Crepes with Warm Caramel Sauce

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Technique of Fine Cooking Series

You can register for these cooking classes by clicking on the Paypal button below.

This is a 5-week series
Cost: $475
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Location: Surfas Chef’s Paradise

Lesson 1 - Sept 9
Basic Kitchen Information Knife Skills * Blanching * Sautéing * Proper Cooking of Protein * Fresh Herbs * Reduced Pan Sauce * Simple Salad Classic Vinaigrette * Macerating - View Menu

Lesson 2 - Sept 16
Stocks * Degreasing Stocks * Roasting of Proteins and Vegetables Trussing and Carving of Poultry * Proper Grain Cooking * Gravy * Baked Fruit Dessert - View Menu

Lesson 3 - Sept 23
Brown and White Braising * Handling Shellfish * Steaming * Cooking Legume s* Creamy Vinaigrettes Preparation of Eggs for Mousse * Whipping Heavy Cream - View Menu

Lesson 4 - Sept 30
Vegetable Stock * Main Dish and Appetizer Soups * Simple Baking * Souffles - View Menu

Lesson 5 - Oct 7
Indoor Grilling * Marinades and Rubs * Side Salads * Composed Salads * Flambéing Fruit - View Menu

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Group Cooking Class Locations:

Lets Get Cookin'
4643 Lakeview Canyon Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Contact: 818-991-3940

Sur la Table at The Original Farmers Market
6333 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, Ca 90036
Contact: 323-954-0121

GROUP COOKING CLASSES IN LOS ANGELES

The group classes are at the Farmer's Market in the Grove and in Westlake Village. These cooking classes are either hands-on or demonstration, and are offered for those of you on the East of Los Angeles and the Valley. You will join in with a group of people and enjoy three hour cooking class depending on the location. A full meal is served at the completion of the class with wine. To register for these classes you must contact the locations directly.

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