The Sushi Chef Institute in Torrance is the best sushi school in the United States! I have had…read moreexperience over the last 35 years in culinary arts. As a hotel chef restaurant chef business owner, and now culinary arts instructor. So I can say this with authority. Chef Andy Matsuda is an amazing instructor with outstanding knowledge of all aspects of the sushi industry. His expertise in business, creative balance, Fish selection and sushi technique is second to none. Chef Andy Matsuda also volunteers his time at area community colleges like Los Angeles Harbor College, Los Angeles, Mission college, and my current school Los Angeles trade tech college. I recommend this school to anyone who is looking to gain knowledge in this amazing field.

We found out about this sushi chef institute after scrolling on Tik Tok trying to find fun ideas…read morefor date night. It was such a fun and interesting night! Chef Andy's workshop happens once a month on a random Wednesday and it's geared towards complete beginners with no experience necessary. I have to admit that when we first got there, the kitchen and the general area seemed a bit sketch, but we were warmly greeted by the staff. We were told to get there 10 minutes prior because the workshop starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. It was a small intimate group of less than 10 students with Chef Andy leading the way. Over the course of 90 minutes, we were able to make two sushi balls (salmon and shrimp), a California roll, salmon poke, and a small hand roll. The last 30 minutes was spent eating our creations and taking pictures. This workshop really gave me some confidence to try to make my own sushi at home! My only regret is that we didn't take a picture with Chef Andy because we were too busy admiring and devouring our own work!

I was lucky enough to get to attend an artbites event that was a school fundraiser. I am an…read morearchitect and just a few hours short of an art history degree myself. I found the information and anecdotes at the museum fascinating and the food was exquisite. I have since made several of the recipes at home and had complete success. I only wish i had the other ten people from the class helping me make dinner. I have purchased an artbites gift certificate to give as a gift to a foodie friend. I had a really great experience.

I was looking for something to do one weekend with my twin 4yo boys who love cooking. Found…read moreArtbites through a friend and spent an afternoon with Maite making pink cupcakes, pink pasta and pink drinks with the little dudes after reading one of their favorite books "Pinkalicious". They still talk about the cupcakes! She is great with kids and I highly recommend Artbites.

Kidding Around the Kitchen provides cooking classes and demonstrations geared toward the family…read more I just attended one of the classes with my daughter today, "Wok and Roll" at the Japanese American Museum. Todays class was "A hands-on cooking class of easy and healthy stir fry and sushi recipes the whole family will love." The class size was small and there were enough work stations for every child to try to make something different. The work stations included: Farmers Market Rainbow Stir-fry Thai-riffic Chicken Pasta and Veggie Stir Fry Cucumber and Avocado Sushi Mexican Sushi Bites Crispy Candy Sushi Moo Shu Vegetable Roasted Color flower Sun Tea My daughter was only interested in making sushi everything and we were successful in working the three stations that made sushi. After the class was finished making the dishes, all of it was laid out buffet style for us to try everyone's handy work. Chinese take out boxes were provided for taking home what we made. The food itself wasn't "fine cuisine" but the class was very informative, fun and provided a great opportunity for kids to try a food they typically wouldn't try at home or even at a restaurant. Even though, I consider myself a foodie and a well-informed cook, I did learn something new from the class and it was simple enough that it got my nine year old daughter interested in cooking! We were also able to get all the recipes in a handy dandy stapled handout. I learned that Kidding Around the Kitchen provides weekly demo's Sunday's, 10-noon at the Hollywood/Atwater Farmers' Markets. I look forward to taking my daughter to the next class.

Took a great pizza making class!! Staff was friendly, funny, and easy to learn from!!! Pizza was…read moredelicious!!!

Learning from Pepe is an absolute delight. He is a patient and focused teacher. I took the 5 day…read morecourse and it really took my under of pizza to a new level. I took the course for work because we're going to be introducing a wood fired pizza concept and while there's still a lot to figure out, I now feel fully confident to dive into the project because of what I learned from Pepe and Donato at VPN. I'd take the class again just to hang out with Pepe and his other former students :D

Had an amazing time at the 5-course Mediterranean inspired lunch that was prepared and served by…read morestudents from the Culinary Arts program. Not only do the students plan the menu, but they practice describing the dishes before they're served. My favorite was the Babaganoush and the lamb shank! These students are very talented and I like to support Cerritos College since I myself am an Alumnus.

This review is specifically for the Falcon Room Restaurant which is run by the Cerritos College…read moreCulinary Arts students. It probably should have its own listing but as other reviews for it seem to be here already (and because I'm too lazy to create a new listing) I'm leaving my review here. The restaurant is small, perhaps a dozen tables, and is difficult to find. It is hidden down a hall and around the corner from the student cafe. It's behind what looks like just another classroom door. They have designated parking right near the restaurant and provide a parking pass to put on your dashboard so you don't have to pay for student parking. Chefs and servers are students supervised by instructors. The menu changes periodically and they also have special theme meals from time to time which you can be informed of by providing your email. Although I'm not certain, I think it was my server's first time ever attending to someone. She was a little unsure of herself but very sweet and went back to the kitchen to get answers to questions when she didn't know. I gave her my order and sat back to see what would come out to the table. I was first given a complimentary bruschetta with eggplant which was an excellent little appetizer. I then had some potato leek soup which was thick and delicious; a perfect starter on a cold day. Next came my main meal - a bento box with pork katsu. As one would expect, as this meal was prepared by students, there were hits and misses. The pork was cooked well but the coating wasn't quite what I've come to expect (too oily, no crunch - I don't think they used Panko - and over salted). The tempura vegetables were superb. The salad had a bit much dressing on it but I personally like it that way. Dessert was an incredible rich chocolate cake with raspberry filling. The cake itself was worth the price I paid for the entire meal. Prices are insanely cheap and portions are plentiful. The perfection of the food on your plate will vary depending on what students are cooking that day. If you are a risk taker and want to have some fun, this is a great little student restaurant to enjoy some tasty food and give future chefs some experience.

I can't say enough good things about Emily at Mornings for Mommies - my friends and I had such a…read morefun time cooking with her. Emily is so kind and open being with her really felt like being with an old friend even though it was the first time I had ever met her. My friends and I are going to sign up again soon and I am planning a mom's night out with Emily. What a fun way to connect with friends and enjoy delicious food and fun company. I recommend any group of women sign up and take any of her classes - you will have a great time with Emily who is super sweet and her place is beautiful. Julia C.

Emily is so organized and wonderful. The experience was personalized and intimate. The class was a…read moregreat value and more helpful than other baking classes that I have attended. I'm looking forward to the next one!

Love, Love, Love this way of training!!! You can train at locations just about anywhere in the USA…read morefor placement. I spoke with a chef at Disney World who got started at RFF Culinary Connections. I don't know of a drawback... sure beats paying $10,000 or more to learn.

My anniversary was in January and we were over the buying gifts so I wanted an experience. We…read morebooked the Thai Cooking Class with Marc. Marc was so knowledgeable and professional. We made the Papaya Salad, Tom Yum Soup and Pad Sew- my favorites. I love that each individual received their own cooking utensils and ingredients. After each meal we sat down in the little sitting area as if we ate a 3 course meal. I would definitely try another cooing class. The place is located in the Sherman Oaks Galleria so parking is super convenient. I wish I had pictures but the food came out delicious

Did a fun team building baking class with my colleagues. It was really enjoyable and Marc is great…read moreat educating, sweet and quite patient. The food was amazing! I would recommend this as a fun time for anyone.