Hecho con Amor: Bison Blue Corn Nixtamal Tamales
In this class, participants will learn the fundamental skills of making tamales from scratch: from dry maize, to delicious warm corn-husk wrapped tamales.
Read moreCooking Classes & Tastings
Hands-on classes, tastings and conversations hosted at LA Plaza Cocina — from tamales and mole to mezcal, chocolate and the wines of Baja California.
Hecho con Amor: Chilaquiles y Salsa Roja
Not all salsas are for chips or to be served as a dip. In this class we will make a salsa roja (red salsa) that is incredibly easy to prepare and more delicious than store-bought versions. Fresh…
Read moreHecho con Amor: Chorizo-Making with Humberto Raygoza, The Chori-Man
Learn all about making artisan chorizo from Chef Humberto Raygoza, a fourth-generation chorizo-maker!
Read moreHecho con Amor: K’orundas Tamales with Salsa y Crema
In this class, participants will learn how to season and prepare masa dough for K’orundas, how to use the leaf blade of the corn plant to wrap the star-shaped tamal, and how to make a tomato sauce…
Read moreHecho con Amor: Mole Made Easy
In some Mexican traditions, Mole is the sublime sauce reserved for special occasions, and its varieties can often be made with a myriad of fragrant, earthy, and fresh ingredients including dry…
Read moreHecho con Amor: Tamales de Queso con Rajas and Mushrooms en Chile Rojo
Learn how to make plant-based masa preparada (prepared masa) that we will stuff with queso con rajas and an easy chile rojo salsa that will be sautéed with mushrooms.
Read moreIndigenous Veganism: Mesoamerican Foodways (Jan. 28 & Feb. 4, 2023)
On January 28th, 2023, the class is a lecture and tasting. On February 4th, 2023, the class will be a hands-on cooking class. Please note that this ticket serves for both parts of the class.
Read moreNative Foodways: Sustainable Foods & Eating with Seasons
In this class, students will learn the history of fry bread and wojapi (Native American berry sauce made with chokeberries, huckleberries, and/or blackberries) and how these ingredients maintain a…
Read morePlatica y Prueba: Don Julio Tequila
LA Plaza Cocina is excited to introduce our first Tequila tasting course with special guest, Don Julio!
Read morePlatica y Prueba: Sparkling Wine of Mexico
In this class, you’ll learn about different winemaking methods and examine the texture of bubbles, the balance of fruit, acidity, and the sweetness of various blends created using Chardonnay,…
Read morePlatica y Prueba: Tacos y Guadalupe Wine
Did you know that red wine pairs very well with tacos? LA Plaza Cocina will explore how various types of tacos can compliment a variety of wines.
Read morePlatica y Pruebas: The History of Chocolate
In this class, participants will learn about the impactful history of chocolate! Once a food for the gods, chocolate was reserved for those of Mayan and Aztec nobility. The drink later transformed…
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