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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.

September 2010

September 16 - Best Ever Fish and Shellfish
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm -No More Coupons
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- No more coupons
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 - SOLD OUT
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 - No More Coupons
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- No More Coupons
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- No More Coupons
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- No More Coupons
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- No More Coupons
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 - Best Ever Chicken
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm- No More Coupons
Cost: $75
Menu: Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken, Provencale Chicken with Olives and Capers, Mixed Greens with Roast Beets, Orange Almond Biscotti

November 10 - Cooking for One or Two
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm- No More Coupons
Cost: $75
Menu: Chick Pea Salad with Olives and Pine Nuts, Miso Glazed Salmon, Cous Cous with Lentils and Feta, Quick Chicken Marsala, Apple Crisp

November 11 - Tapas for Entertaining
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - No More Coupons
Cost: $75
Menu: Garlic Shrimp with Chilies, Potato Prosciutto Croquettes, Black Bean Empanadas with Chimichurri Sauce, Portobello Crostini with Rosemary Aioli, Crostini with Seared Steak and Basil Puree

November 17 - Garlic Lovers
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Garlic Spinach with Sesame, Asian Garlic Ribs, Pasta with Garlic and Oil, Grilled Green Bean Salad with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette, Amaretto Cake ( No Garlic!)

November 18 - Entertaining for the Holidays
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm- No More Coupons
Cost: $75
Menu: Butternut Squash Soup with Creme Fraiche, Pork Loin with Caramelized Onions, Roasted Vegetable Melange, Rice Pilaf with Toasted Almonds, Ginger Creme Brulee

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



December 2010

December 01 - Holiday Appetizers
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Filet of Beef on Shallot Crostini, Smoked Salmon on Black Bread with Dill Butter, Crostini with Roasted Plum Tomatoes and Pesto, Cucumber Cups with Herbed Chevre, Chicken Skewers with Tangerine Glaze

December 04 - Do- Ahead Entrees for Entertaining
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm- No More Coupons
Cost: $85
Menu: Stuffed Chicken with Chevre and Olives, Pork Roast with Caramelized Apples, Lamb Loin with Pomegranate Glaze, Orzo with Roasted Shallots and Toasted Pine Nuts and Thyme, Semolina Cake with Glazed Strawberries

December 09 - Main Dish Soups
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Fabulous Clam Chowder, Asian Chicken Soup with Soba Noodles, Chick Pea and Sausage Soup with Escarole, Mexican Seafood Soup with Cilantro, White Bean and Vegetable Soup with Pesto

December 17 - Best Ever Pasta
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Homemade Pasta with Wild Mushroom Cream Sauce, Pasta with Best Ever Bolognese Sauce, Ricotta Gnocchi with Pesto, Penne with Turkey Sausage and Swiss Chard

December 21 - Classic French Cooking
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost: $75
Menu: Crostini with Herbed Chevre and Caramelized Onions, Braised Leeks, Pork Tenderloin with Cognac Mustard Sauce, Provencale Tomatoes, Chocolate Pots de Creme

December 28 - New Year's Eve Dinner
Location: Surfas Chef's Paradise (Address)
Time: 6:00- 9:00 pm- No Coupons
Cost: $95
Menu: Butternut Squash Soup with Creme Fraiche, Frisee Salad with Crispy Chevre, Puree of Cauliflower, Roast Filet of Beef with Horseradish Cream, Rice Pilaf, Chocolate Almond Torte with Chocolate Glaze

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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:

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 26 - Casual Summer Entertaining- No coupons
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- No Coupons
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 11 - Best Ever Greek Cooking
Location: The Institute of Culinary Education (Address)
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Cost: $115
Menu: Taramasolata, Briam, Chicken Souvlaki, Lamb Burgers with Tzatiziki Sauce, Giant Beans with Pastourma, Stuffed Eggplant with Feta, Spanakorizo, Kalitsounia, Semolina Cake with Honey and Wild Thyme

October 14 - Indian Home Cooking
Location: The Institute of Culinary Education (Address)
Time: 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Cost: $115
Menu: Lamb Curry with Garam Masala, Aloo Paratha, Spinach Paneer, Braised Garlic Tomatoes,Carrot Salad with Kokum, Lentil Dahl with Garlic Butter, Pan Roasted Pointed Squash, Basmati Rice Pilaf with Cashews and Raisins, Mango Lassis

October 19 - Autumn Harvest- No Coupons
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

The Institute of Culinary Education
50 West 23 Street NY. NY. 10010
Contact: 212 847 0700

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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