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: Signature Latin Classics Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Latin Classics 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Latin Classics 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Latin Classics 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Latin Classics 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Signature Latin Classics 6 slide
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Signature Latin Classics

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy a menu of featuring elevated Latin dishes made from authentic ingredients. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to make delightful dishes with a Latin flair. Your expert chef will guide you through honing new cooking techniques and heightening your kitchen skills. First, hand-make creamy...
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
4.4
39 Reviews
Campbell
Next Date: Thu, Oct 2nd at 12:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Authentic Chinese Fare 6 slide
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Authentic Chinese Fare

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Skip takeout and learn how to prepare unique and traditional Chinese meals. Experience authentic cuisine in this Chinese cooking class with Chef Wen. Discover how to pair traditional ingredients with savory flavors to create custom dishes that you'll want to prepare at home time and time again. Learn how to prepare...
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Chef Wen
5.0
13 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Thu, Oct 2nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: The Art of Homemade Tamales 6 slide
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The Art of Homemade Tamales

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master the techniques to make pillowy soft tamales from a world-class chef. Learn the history and time-honored methods behind the tamale in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Karen. See and taste for yourself the versatility of masa as you craft savory and sweet tamales. Begin by making the classic combo of...
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Chef Karen
4.8
107 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Thu, Oct 2nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Parisian Elegance - Date Night 6 slide
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Parisian Elegance - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Capture the romance of Parisian dining with a handcrafted French menu. In this gourmet cooking class, you'll create cherished memories while preparing an elegant French feast with your special someone. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn to sear scallops to pair with fragrant beurre blanc and layer tender...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.3
46 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Thu, Oct 2nd at 7:00PM
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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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Holiday

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
31 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Fri, Oct 3rd at 5:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Classic Korean Banchan 6 slide
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Classic Korean Banchan

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Craft flavorful and authentic Korean banchan (side dishes). Learn how to make classic Korean banchan in this engaging cooking class. Chef Polly will teach you how to get the depth of flavors that Korean cuisine is known for. First, learn to make the famous Korean napa kimchi from scratch. Then delve into the many...
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Chef Polly
5.0
32 Reviews
Alameda
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 11:00AM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Global Vegan Cuisine 6 slide
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Global Vegan Cuisine

$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Parsati showcases international spices and techniques to create a vibrant vegan menu. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Parsati teaches you how to create healthy, plant-based food enhanced with fragrant spices and flavorful dips and spreads. Draw inspiration from India and the Mediterranean to transform vegan...
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Chef Parsati
5.0
332 Reviews
San Jose (Edenvale)
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 11:30AM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Cozy Homemade Brunch 6 slide
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Cozy Homemade Brunch

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Whip up watermelon salad, eggs Benedict and yogurt parfaits bursting with fresh flavors. This cooking class will show you the wonders of making a brunch menu ideal for any event or for satisfying hungry late risers. A passionate five-star chef will guide you in making a high-quality brunch at home with useful kitchen...
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Chef Elham
4.7
62 Reviews
San Jose (Northside)
Next Date: Sun, Oct 12th at 11:30AM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: North Indian Vegetarian Fare 6 slide
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Holiday

North Indian Vegetarian Fare

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Craft iconic vegetarian dishes like a local from North India. Spend a flavor-filled afternoon with Chef Rajeswari as she shares her favorite vegetarian classics in this North Indian-inspired cooking class. You’ll learn timeless techniques and spice blends that transform simple ingredients into unforgettable dishes,...
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Chef Rajeswari
5.0
8 Reviews
Union City
Next Date: Wed, Oct 1st at 6:00PM & 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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Christmas

Signature Tastes of Asia

$109
Cooking Class
$109
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
107 Reviews
Serving the Bay Area
Next Date: Thu, Oct 2nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics 2 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics 3 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics 4 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics 5 slide Bay Area Cooking Class: Homestyle Pub Classics 6 slide
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Homestyle Pub Classics

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to bring the flavors of your favorite pub home with this hands-on culinary lesson. If sometimes you’d prefer to stay at home to enjoy a hearty pub-style feast, this cooking class is most definitely for you. In it, an expert chef will help you to hone essential kitchen skills. You’ll then use them to rustle...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.3
46 Reviews
Palo Alto
Next Date: Fri, Oct 3rd at 1:00PM
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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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Thanksgiving

Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop

$109
Cooking Class
$109
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: Mon, Oct 13th at 6:30PM & other times
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