The Gourmandise School
The Gourmandise School is a top-rated, hands-on cooking and baking school located at Santa Monica Place, dedicated to inspiring young chefs ages 6 to 16! Kids and teens can explore a world of culinary creativity through chef-led workshops, seasonal camps, parent-and-child classes, and intensive teen series that teach everything from kitchen basics to artisan bread, pasta, and global desserts. Whether your child is just starting out or ready to tackle croissants and gnocchi, The Gourmandise School creates a deliciously fun, confidence-boosting experience in a safe and welcoming kitchen environment.
From making chocolate chip cookies to hand-rolling pasta and baking from scratch, every session is designed to be educational, interactive, and most importantly—fun! Plus, private events and birthday parties are available for unforgettable celebrations.
HOURS
Classes run year-round, weekdays and weekends; times vary by session.
RATES
Regular Classes: $100+
Parent & Child Classes (ages 6–11): $195 per pair
Kids Camps (ages 8–12): $650+ per week
Teen Intensive Series (ages 12–16): $715–$1,750
Private Kids’ Parties: $1,350 + $120 per participant + $50 booking feeCONTACT
Tel: 310-656-8800
Email: Claire@TheGourmandiseSchool.comWEBSITE
REVIEWS
Amanda R. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"My daughter loved her summer baking camp at The Gourmandise School! She came home so proud of her new skills and couldn’t wait to cook for the family. The chefs made it so fun and welcoming."Jeff L. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Our teen learned to make croissants and even hand-rolled gnocchi. It boosted her kitchen confidence—and now she’s the family’s favorite baker!"Taylor S. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I wake up every day, and I love going into the kitchen. The Gourmandise School makes cooking something to look forward to!"
