I was nervous about signing up for the home cook course, felt vulnerable in a new environment in…read morewhich I had no skills or training in. I can't recommend this beginner course enough. Even after the 1st day my meals at home were suddenly consistent and significantly better. 12 weeks later and I am confidently relaxed in my kitchen. I enjoy the ease that I feel now; from preparing dinner, menu planning, temp control, and little tips you just can't learn on google. Learning in person from Chef Jason and Chef Ben with a group of funny, eager, and caring adults has really shaped how I can give back to my family. This was the common denominator for all the students in our course. We wanted to learn a new skill to share with the ones we care about most, our families. "I haven't made a sh**** meal since day one of this course" - quote from my fiancé Take the leap and invest in yourself and your family plus laughing about it along the way is always a plus.

I am a home cook that wanted to deeper dive into cooking and to learn some new skills. I had a…read moregreat experience in the beginner cooking class at Culinary lab. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The class covered all the bases of what you could learn in a beginners cooking class. From potion, to fish, to veggies, to knifes skills it is a good balance. The pace was not too fast but not too slow. We would learn about a subject, watch the chef cook it and then do it ourselves. I really liked my chef instructor explained things thoroughly but not overly controlling. One of the best parts is you got to take your a recipe sheet home with everything you learned that day and the food that you made, my husband and my kids always loved that. Over all it was a great experience and I will be back for more classes!

We went there for dinner. It was a bit loud so they moved us outside. It was in August. We had a…read morefabulous crab leg dinner. Now that I know they have cooking stuff such as lessons. I'm very interested.

Sharon and her team are fantastic teachers. We've taken their adult cooking classes, and recently…read morebooked them for one of our kids' birthday parties. They taught nine kids how to make cupcakes and everyone had a fantastic time. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an adult cooking/baking class, or kids baking class.

A hidden gem in Ventura County. We enjoyed one of their buffet dinners with a nice selection of…read moredishes and deserts. The menus are planned, conceived, prepared and served by students in the Oxnard College Culinary program. Reservations are a must and they are only open on Thursdays during semesters with seating from 5:30-6:30 in 15 minute increments. Prix fixe dinners are $33./person We began with two salads and House made rolls, several small very tasty appetizers followed by a delicious cioppino. There was a very tasty shrimp cocktail/ceviche with avocado. Entrees included grilled shrimp and pineapple, miso mahi mahi and hand carved prime rib. Deserts included madelines dipped in dark chocolate, creme brûlée and mixed berry crepes flambé. There is complimentary sangria and 2 buck chuck, iced tea and coffee. Great food and a great way to support hard working young people.

Enjoyed a lovely lunch. Had a late reservation and one of the entrees was already sold out. The…read morechoices were terrific and delicious. Service was good. Not enough signage and was difficult to locate the building. The ambience was great and the dining room very clean. We will definitely go back!!

I was an average cook & baker and foodie. I would bake for the office occasionally and for all the…read moreholidays. I was looking to learn more because sometimes the internet recipes aren't quite right and I couldn't figure out what I did wrong. ACE has small classes giving you a lot of attention from Chef Cecilia and the Teacher's Assistants. All my questions were answered and more! Chef Cecilia also guides you and explains there are many many career avenues to explore even if you don't want to work in the kitchen. I'm proud to say that I am a graduate of both the Professional Baking and Cooking Program. I was able to get experience in the kitchen, catering events and an insight of how to run a business. Thank you Chef Cecilia for taking the time and energy to teach me, I look forward to continuing to learn from you.

Wonderful program! I recommend it to anyone looking to take culinary chef program for their own…read moreenjoyment or for a career. It is an important life skill and you will learn a lot.

I took a private class with Teri to bake a cake for my husband's 40th birthday, and it was the best…read moredecision ever. I've never baked a single thing in my life, but by the end of Teri's walk-through (and with lots of friendly guidance), I had a beautiful 4 tier cake to leave with. My husband was absolutely flabbergasted that I'd baked and I was shocked that it was actually delicious. He's eaten a piece daily since and can't stop talking about how good it is-meanwhile I can't stop talking about how much fun I actually had with Teri. She shared the recipe so I can make it going forward and I think I can actually pull it off thanks to the education I got at Chef Tech!

My kids have attended Chef Tech's summer camps for the last two summers and I couldn't recommend…read morethem more highly! They are able to manage a large group of kids in a very organized manner and are excellent and patient teachers. Each and every time that I pick them up I'm shocked by how much they were able to make in the two and a half hours that they were there. They are currently in the Italian week camp and have made homemade pizzas, pastas and sauces from scratch, flatbreads, salads, sorbet, cookies, etc. My kids are 9 (twins), but we also brought friends this summer. One is in his last year of middle school and enjoyed the class just as much as the younger kids. Truly, such a wonderful experience for them! Thank you so much, Chef Tech!

LBCC Bistro is the test kitchen for students enrolled in the culinary program. Reservations…read morerequired via the OpenTable app. For an even $20, guests are provided a 3 course fixed menu. 3 appetizer options, 3 entree options, and 3 dessert options. With rotating cuisines, this particular week catered to Italian fare. My choices were the shrimp bruschetta, poached sole & panna cotta. Shrimp bruschetta- A large shrimp on top of bruschetta, placed squarely in a plate of fennel broth. The broth was an interesting take, as the bruschetta soaked it up & became slightly mushy/slightly crusty. Poached sole- A large fillet of sole, paired with carrots, asparagus and fennel. I could taste the sole was previously frozen, as I've caught & cooked sole, which is a fatty & flavorful fish. The fillet could've used more sauce. Panna cotta- A winner! The pulled sugar was fun to eat, providing a contrast in texture to the creamy panna cotta. Service was excellent. Located at Building V, parking is $2/all day at the adjacent structure on Clark & Carson. For a fair amount of a jaunt, free parking can be had at LBX. Wanna feel like a judge on Hell's Kitchen? Dining at LBCC Bistro is a great way to experience being a gourmet guinea pig. I look forward to booking again, soon.

Second time dining at LBCC and such a treat! I organized a private luncheon at LBCC. They offered…read moreus a great menu! The students prepare and serve the food! The dining area is beautiful.and spacious with wall of windows to watch the activity in the kitchen. In addition, there is a large screen monitor to view activity. Fun to watch the dishes prepared before they come out! For $25 (before tax and tip), you appetizer/salad, main dishes, dessert, and beverages! High quality gourmet meal artistically plated! We all.loved our meals and the exceptional service! We were served New Potato Salad, Yougurt Chicken or Garden Pasta, and Apple Tartin for dessert! All dishes were so tasty and elegantly prepared. The New Potato Salad was amazing! I definitely could have eaten an entire bowl it was so good! I love that the menu included the names of the students preparing (by dish) in the kitchen and serving in the dining area! Reservations are required! No walk-ins. Reservations are available thru Open Table 3 weeks out. They are only open for lunch, Tuesdays and Wednesdays for about 10 weeks each semester. Reservations book up fast and strongly suggest to keep checking if at first you don't see an opening. Definitely an underrated local gem in Long Beach!

I had my first experience going to the Global Bites tasting at LifePlus' new Sherman Oaks campus,…read moreand it was such a great experience. I've now been to both locations, and while I love the original one, this one really stands out -- it's fresh, inviting, and perfect for a hands-on tasting. The demos were fun to watch, the instructors were super approachable and knowledgeable, and I loved getting to chat with people while tasting so many different dishes. After eight tastings and three desserts, trust me... you won't leave hungry. I'd totally come back, especially since the menu keeps changing.

The Fruit Tart, Cinnamon Swirl Cake, & Biscuits baking class during Mother's Day weekend was by far…read moreone of the favorite classes my mom and I have ever taken, and we've done quite a few! Chef Marc was an absolute delight. The vibe was warm, welcoming, and full of positive energy. The class framework was thoughtful, engaging, and incredibly well-executed. What truly sets this class apart is the attention to detail. Every aspect of the experience was immaculate, from the clear directions to the venue (complete with a contact number), to the interior setup, comfortable room temperature, and beautifully presented stations. The kitchen tools were high quality, ingredients were neatly laid out with laminated table cards, and even the table settings were on point. And as someone who comes from both an operations and creative background, I have to say: Chef Marc's recipe template is hands-down the best I've seen from any chef-led class. Every detail felt intentional and appreciated, no stone left unturned. Bravo, Chef Marc! This class deserves a standing ovation.

I've only ever had great tasting food from the Culinary students. I really loved their recent…read moreSpecialty Dessert Bar of Churros & Ice Cream [with all the fixings, of course] that was set up at the most recent Scholarship Awards dinner. Also I thought it was such a cool idea for the mac n cheese toppings bar. It was a fan favorite. I enjoyed seeing their smiles as they served the guests. I will really encourage my Freshman daughter to think about going to the Culinary Class for her future endeavor. A++

This program is unbelievable....especially for what you pay! Chef Michelle Farage goes above and…read morebeyond to make sure students get the most out of this program. You can tell she really cares and puts 110% effort into teaching her students. Great program, run by a great chef! Highly recommend!!!:)