Cooking Classes in the Bay Area
Best Cooking Classes in Bay Area for your next culinary journey
What better way to discover what The Bay has to offer curious culinary enthusiasts than by signing up for one of the delicious cooking classes in the Bay Area? From East Bay, Marin County and San Francisco to San Jose and South Bay & Peninsula, if you’re hoping to level up your kitchen game, you’re sure to find culinary classes in the Bay Area nearby to choose from. All are guided by renowned local chefs with more than a decade’s experience at the height of their industry to the table. That means that whether you want to learn to roll fresh sushi or authentic Italian pasta, there’s no one better qualified to teach you. Sounds good? Then sign up for cooking courses in the Bay Area today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sushi Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare your favorite sushi rolls at home. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class focuses on the art and skills of sushi making. Learn the essentials, such as selecting fish, steaming rice and whisking dipping sauces. Explore knife techniques and learn how to roll the perfect California, dragon or rainbow roll....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
The Art of Homemade Tamales
$129
Cooking Class
$129
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
Serving the Bay Area
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CHEF’S PLACE
The Mastery of Spanish Fare
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Join a professional chef and transform authentic ingredients into traditional favorites. Learn how to make one of Spain’s most iconic dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Your expert chef will teach you new cooking skills as you make an incredible paella along with other Spanish favorites from scratch.
First,...
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Italian Meatball Supper
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Learn Chef James’ secrets to creating polpettini fit for dinner at Nonna’s. This hands-on cooking class will teach you Chef James’ flawless method for creating perfect meatballs and a phenomenal multi-course meal to accompany it. Chef James is passionate and enthusiastic with a love for Italian cuisine and an...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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.
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Chef Karen
Serving the Bay Area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Dim Sum Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore classic Chinese recipes that you can share with family and friends. This fun and interactive cooking class features the art of making authentic dim sum from scratch. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share step-by-step instructions for forming, folding, pleating and steaming a variety of traditional...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Journey Through Germany
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Join Chef Dirk for a culinary tour of his home country, Germany, and its neighbors. In this hands-on class, Chef Dirk invites you to join him for a spectacular culinary experience.
Chef Dirk will share with you the skills and techniques to prepare a menu featuring authentic German, Swiss, and Austrian cuisine, as...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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The Best Vegan Biryani Ever
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join top-rated Chef Parsati for a colorful exploration through bold Indian flavors. Ditch the takeout and let Chef Parsati guide you through aromatic spices and authentic techniques for the best biryani ever at this immersive cooking class. Embracing vegan and Indian culinary traditions, this class highlights...
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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
Serving the Bay Area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Latin American Favorites - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take date night to the next level with this fun and interactive culinary experience. Learn new skills and practice culinary techniques by joining this cooking class inspired by the flavors of Latin America. You'll learn how to balance heat with other flavors while grilling a churrascaria-style steak and other...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Asian European Fusion
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Embark on a unique cross-continental culinary journey through Asia and Europe with Chef Dirk. Having lived in or traveled to more than 20 countries, Chef Dirk has a unique collection of culinary knowledge and experience that he will share with you in this hands-on cooking class.
Chef Dirk will take you on journey...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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