After learning cooking in France, working in England, Belgium of course in France and for the last 3 years in Los Angeles, many of my friends and relations keep asking me about doing some cooking classes, and i done already a bunch of it in France and Belgium and it was always fun, so here I am. So let's cook, sip some wine, have fun, meet each other and make some new friend! ;-) Chef Laurent Elmerich

Santa Barbara Culinary Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the inspiration, education and celebration of culinary professionals and individuals who are passionate about the Culinary Arts.

You are invited to experience all the best in L.A. with us! Bring your appetite as we are taking you around the globe without ever leaving L.A., exploring world cuisine from hot dog to caviar, from Ramen noodles to 10-course Chinese dinner banquet; food stands, high-ranking restaurants to underground dining; Asian, European, South American, Ethiopian, Middle Eastern just name a few…with an exploration of a wide range of fine dining establishments to hot new foodie sites, as well those small dini …

This is the Meetup for people who truly love the taste of a quality beer and know that beer is meant to be savored and talked about, rather than tipped thoughtlessly down the throat. If you know what Ales and Lagers are or enjoy learning about beer, discussing beer and of course, drinking quality beer, you've found the right group for you!  We'll meet monthly at pubs around Los Angeles to enjoy various lagers, Belgians, Hefes, IPA's, American Pale Ales, Stouts, Porters and more and we'll learn a …

Meet the neighbors! This group is for those of us over 40 who want to expand their social circle. Do you feel a social void in your life due to divorce, empty nest transitioning, or are new to the area?Let's get together in the neighborhood for hosting barbecues, potlucks, house parties, pool or jacuzzi get-togethers, cocktails, and of course watching sports (college basketball - Go Kentucky!) and movies. This group is for normal people who like to relax on the weekends with friends. No rock-cli …

This is a Santa Barbara-based Community focusing on living a Primal/Paleo lifestyle. Our Meet Ups will consist of Hiking, Potlucks, Workouts, Education, Cooking, and of course tons of Play. This is an opportunity to connect with like-minded folks in your community that want to live Happy, Healthy lives. This community will also be a great resource for finding high-quality foods and have an opportunity to join a group buy on grass-fed meats and other such items.

Creating a closer global community through food, conversation, and new friends -- one bite and one word at a time A place for folks with global interests Have you ever traveled and came back to town - and just felt like you needed to connect with people who understood where you just were, what you saw and how you felt? Now you can. This is a place for travelers and those who seek to be more globally aware to unite and exchange. Its a place to get excited about things happening right in your comm …

There was a time when women gathered and shared stories, drank tea, supported and kept alive the very essence of who we are as beings. We'd like to rekindle that tradition for an evening I KNOW will nourish your body and soul. This is a time of embracing the feminine, taking a moment for that deep breath that sometimes only comes from leaning into another woman who understands, cares and sees you in your true beauty. You are inviting to play in this space and join us tomorrow for dinner and some …

Hi everyone, I'm Laurent. I'm gonna be organizer of Los Angeles Iron Chefs for a while. But the most simple for everyone will be to join my main group which is: http://www.meetup.com/Cooking-Classes-with-a-Fun-French-C... After learning cooking in France, working in England, Belgium of course in France and for the last 3 years in Los Angeles, many of my friends and relation keep asking me about doing some cooking classes, and i done already a bunch of it in France and Belgium and it was always …

Hi! I'm Alan Halcon, former field Editor and Writer for Wilderness Way magazine (Now Defunct), owner of outdoorselfreliance.com and part owner of Dirttime.com. For many years, I've traveled the country teaching and training others in Outdoor Self-Reliance and Wilderness Survival skills. I've trained everyone from civilian, to scouts, to military personnel the skills they need to help keep them alive. Currently, I hold the world record at starting a fire by rubbing sticks together, so making fire …

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My wife and I started this group in the effort to get couples out during the week and weekend to do things beyond the clubbing, eating and partying. We wanted to create experiences that are cool and interesting and on your bucket list. Some of the planned activities will be tours of factories, buildings and centers, unique sporting events such as roller derby, visiting places off the beaten path such as the lookout view at Pepperdine University in Mailbu or visiting the game and talk show circui …