Haitian Cooking Class

Spice, story, and soul collide in this unforgettable Haitian cooking class in Culver City! Over three immersive hours, you’ll step into a hands-on cooking class that blends culture, connection, and seriously good food. You’re welcomed with wine and light bites before rolling up your sleeves to cook side-by-side with Chef KO, preparing a traditional Haitian recipe lineup that defines the best Haitian food. Think Diri Kole ak Pwa Wouj -- rich red beans and rice -- paired with Griot or Tasso, tender fried pork or beef layered with deep seasoning. You’ll master Bannann Peze, those perfectly golden twice-fried plantains, and finish everything with vibrant Creole sauce.Along the way, you’ll make Haitian Epis, the green seasoning at the heart of the cuisine, wash rice with care, clean and marinate meat as generations have done, and balance aromatics like scallions, thyme, garlic, and bell peppers. You’ll learn to trust your palate, control heat and timing, and plate with a modern touch.The evening ends with a communal dining experience that feels joyful and grounding. Whether you’re searching for unique date ideas, team-building culinary classes, or meaningful things to do near Los Angeles, this experience invites you in and feeds you well!On the menu

• Diri Kole Ak Pwa Wouj – rich, fluffy red beans and rice
• Griot or Tasso – tender fried pork or beef, deeply seasoned
• Bannann Peze – perfectly golden, twice-fried plantains
• Creole sauce for finishing and balance

What you'll learn

• Make Haitian Epis, the green seasoning behind almost every dish
• Wash rice the Haitian way -- with intention and respect
• Clean, chaude, and marinate meat the way our elders taught us
• Fry plantains to that perfect golden crunch
• Balance aromatics like scallions, garlic, thyme, and bell peppers
• Taste and adjust seasoning by instinct -- not measurements
• Control heat and timing to build deep, layered flavor
• Plate and present traditional dishes with a modern touch
• Reflect on your own memories of home and find belonging through food

Upcoming dates for Haitian Cooking Class

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:59pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 19 Nov 2026 and 12 Dec 2026.

• Thu, Nov 19 2026, 6pm-9pm
• Sat, Dec 5 2026, 1pm-4pm
• Thu, Dec 10 2026, 6pm-9pm
• Sat, Dec 12 2026, 12pm-3pm

• Welcome wine and light bites at arrival
• Hands-on practice cooking Diri Kole ak Pwa Wouj, Griot or Tasso, Bannann Peze, and Creole sauce!
• A shared communal dinner of the full Haitian meal
• Cultural storytelling, reflection, and deeper connection through food

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