Beginner Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

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Just learning to cook? Local chefs on Cozymeal are experienced with bringing beginners up to speed in the kitchen. You’ll learn to feel comfortable waltzing into a kitchen and whipping up your favorite snack. You’ll learn knife skills. You’ll impress your friends. The Bay Area has some of the best food in the word; isn’t it time you took advantage of it? Book a beginners cooking class today!


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Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Spanish Fare 6 slide
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Vegan Spanish Fare

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Dive into Spanish cuisine that feels just as great as it tastes. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Daniel will teach you how to make three authentic Spanish recipes completely from scratch using only vegan ingredients. Begin this plant-based class by preparing perfect patatas bravas with paprika and olive oil...
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Chef Daniel
4.9
484 Reviews
San Francisco (Potrero Hill)
Next Date: Thu, May 22nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop 6 slide
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Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop

$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover the ease and simplicity of making soup from scratch with Chef Elham. Soups are a fantastic addition to your culinary collection. In this cooking class with Chef Elham, you'll learn how to properly prepare ingredients and cook soup to perfection. Begin with the basics of soup making: Learn how to plan ahead...
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Chef Elham
4.7
62 Reviews
San Jose (Northside)
Next Date: Sat, May 24th at 6:30PM
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Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: American Classics With a Vegan Twist 6 slide
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American Classics With a Vegan Twist

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Make your favorite American dishes using plant-based ingredients. See how delicious vegan cuisine can be in this immersive cooking class. Chef Maggie will teach you how to make your favorite American meals vegan. First, make spicy cauliflower buffalo bites and a vegan ranch dressing for dipping. Fry up zucchini...
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Chef Maggie
5.0
26 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Fri, May 30th at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fresh From the Hearth 6 slide
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Fresh From the Hearth

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prove your baking skills with an array of humble yet hearty bakes. The soothing nature of simple bread turns this easy-going cooking class into a celebration of comfort food classics. With lessons in loaves like classic white, sweet and spicy cinnamon raisin and whole wheat country with olives and rosemary, your...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
45 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 10:00AM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Tastes of Asia 6 slide
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Signature Tastes of Asia

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Add new culinary skills to your repertoire with flavors of Asia in this interactive experience. Explore Asian dishes with Chef Karen in this cooking class where you'll learn how to craft classic recipes spanning across Southeast Asia that offer the opportunity to learn the techniques and history of each dish. Start...
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Chef Karen
4.8
92 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Sat, May 17th at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Refined Knife Skills 6 slide
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Refined Knife Skills

$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn basic and advanced knife techniques to improve your efficiency and safety in the kitchen. This hands-on cooking class focuses on essential knife practices as an expert chef shows you how to slice, dice, julienne, and chop like a pro. You'll put your skills to work creating a beautiful French-inspired menu,...
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Chef Daniel
4.9
484 Reviews
San Francisco (Potrero Hill)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 2nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals 6 slide
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Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to prepare a menu of fast weeknight meals that are furiously delicious! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to prepare four dinner entrées using fresh, high-quality ingredients and easy-to-master cooking techniques. Chef Elham will begin by teaching you the basics of how to...
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Chef Elham
4.7
62 Reviews
San Jose (Northside)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 2nd at 6:30PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Springtime in France 6 slide
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Springtime in France

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the gourmet aura of a springtime French feast during this engaging cooking session. This hands-on cooking class transports you and your special someone to a cozy Parisian bistro. A gourmet chef instructor will help you create a meal featuring flavors inspired by spring. From fresh, seasonal vegetables to...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
45 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 4:00PM
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Artisan Pizza 101 6 slide
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Artisan Pizza 101

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the techniques to making perfect pizza that you'll love to recreate again and again. Get a group together for an evening of creativity and learning, with handcrafted pizza as the reward. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Karen will first guide you in kneading fresh dough before baking it to crispy...
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Chef Karen
4.8
92 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Sat, May 17th at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Tropical Hawaiian Fare 6 slide
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Tropical Hawaiian Fare

$135
Cooking Class
$135
Get ready to explore the exotic and tropical flavors of Hawaii with Chef Parsati. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Hawaiian menu using both familiar and exotic ingredients as well as traditional recipes hailing from the islands. To start, Chef Parsati...
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Chef Parsati
5.0
320 Reviews
San Jose (Edenvale)
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 11:00AM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand 6 slide
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The Treasured Cuisine of Thailand

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Skip takeout night and learn to make your favorite Thai dishes from scratch! This hands-on cooking class is the ultimate homage to Thai cuisine. An expert chef will help you craft a delicious Thai feast, showing you how to achieve bold Thai flavors and teaching you the techniques behind your favorite dishes. From pad...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
45 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 7:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Traditional Pie Creations 6 slide
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Traditional Pie Creations

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Give your usual baking selections a rustic shake up. Rich, hearty flavors fill the handcrafted pies in a cooking class where rustic charm rules. Learn to make a flawless expert level-crust courtesy of your talented instructor before turning it into sweet and savory galettes, tasty cinnamon apple hand pies and a batch...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
45 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Thu, May 15th at 10:00AM & other times
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