No one is born a great cook, one learns by doing.
— Julia Child

Private Virtual Events with PREP Cooking Classes

Welcome to PREP! We are a small, community-focused, woman-owned business. We've been teaching hands- on cooking classes at our gorgeous space in Seal Beach, CA for 19 years. We expanded our services in 2020 to include virtual classes and events and are thrilled to reach more people, spanning across the globe.

HOW IT WORKS
On the day of, our professional chef will guide you through your recipes via Zoom and answer all your culinary questions.

Everyone will then sit down to enjoy their meal. We'll even leave the call open for a bit so you can chat with the chef and ask any additional questions.

WHAT DO YOU GET
A captivating 90-minute experience with a distinguished Le Cordon Bleu Grand Diplôme Paris chef and sommelier. Our chef will guide you through your artfully crafted menu and provide optional wine pairings if desired. Join us for this unique opportunity to cook, bond, and indulge in a delicious meal, all from the comfort of your home.

MENUS
Following is a partial list of classes and recipes we offer. Class time allows for about 3-4 recipes, depending on complexity. The themes and recipes below can be used for ideas and guidelines and are among our most popular private virtual event recipes.  We are happy to provide full or partial guidance in the menu selection process. See menu suggestions below, or ask us to curate a custom menu for you!

Appetizers

  • Tomato Provencal Tart
  • Korean Style Meatball Sliders
  • Fruit Salsa, Garlic, & Goat Cheese Crostini
  • Southwestern Bruschetta

Cocktails & Mocktails

  • Ask us about our specialized cocktail & appetizer classes. They're a great choice for those who want to do less work and more celebrating. Cheers to that!

Paella & Sangria

  • Classic Spanish Paella with your choice of protein
  • Traditional Sangria

Savory Italian

  • Tuscan Style Meatballs
  • Homemade Tomato Sauce
  • Parmesan and Rosemary Polenta

Seasonal Dinner Party

  • Risotto with Seasonal Vegetables
  • Pan Seared Chicken
  • White or Red Wine Pan Sauce

Steak House

  • Pan Seared Steak
  • Red Wine Reduction Sauce
  • Caramelized Onion Risotto

Tuscan Chicken & Risotto

  • Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Risotto
  • Tuscan Roasted Chicken
  • Tuscan Roasted Vegetables

BYO

  • If you're craving something off the menu, just let us know, and we will build you a custom menu.

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