Cooking Classes in Jacksonville
Best Cooking Classes in Jacksonville for your next culinary journey
Known as The First Coast, as you might expect, cooking classes in Jacksonville offer a fantastic opportunity to hone your seafood cooking skills. It doesn’t matter whether you’re in Deerwood, Julington Creek or Avondale, in a city that’s known for its food it couldn’t be easier to find an esteemed local chef to teach their hard-earned culinary secrets. From classes that showcase the aforementioned seafood to those that teach the basics of French patisserie, pasta making, Spanish cookery and more, cooking experiences in Jacksonville are as varied as they are exciting. Ready to jump in and immerse yourself in the city’s thriving food scene? Then be sure to book your cooking class in Jacksonville today!
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Creating Classically Crafted French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft beautiful, tasty French macarons that would be the envy of King Louis XIV's table. In this interactive cooking class, you will journey through time to master the art of making French macarons, a dessert beloved since King Louis XIV’s era. In this immersive three-hour class, you and your instructor will whip...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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From the Japanese Kitchen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a quartet of traditional Japanese dishes brimming with fresh Asian-Pacific flavor. Take a culinary voyage of taste and texture with this hands-on cooking class focused on authentic Japanese cuisine. You’ll discover a world of incredible options to expand your home dining menu. Create a meal that begins with...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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Italian Fall Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Love is in the air in this romantic and fun Italian cooking class for two. Treat your partner to a memorable cooking class experience where romance meets delicious Italian flavors. This hands-on session will guide you through transforming seasonal ingredients into an impressive dinner. Working with a five-star chef,...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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Buttery, Flaky Goodness of Fresh Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the art of creating buttery, flaky croissants with help from a master chef instructor. The flaky deliciousness of a croissant is a classic French favorite, and you can learn how to craft it in this cooking class. Join a chef instructor for 3-hours of immersive learning as you mold and bake savory and sweet...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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It's Time For Pasta Making Fun!
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create fun and flavorful pasta dishes with sauces and fillings in this interactive cooking class. Creating your own pasta is a fun adventure that is easier than you think; learn how in this cooking class. With the assistance of a chef instructor, discover the art of building the perfect pasta dough and molding it into...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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Thai Date Night Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring someone special into the kitchen and prepare a flavorful Asian-Pacific dinner to share. In this cooking class that's specially designed for couples, you'll create a traditional Thai dinner while spending quality time together. You'll assemble spring rolls filled with tender crab and a sweet and fiery dipping...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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Pizza Pizzazz With Toppings Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Have fun with the family making homemade pizza in this hands-on and kid-friendly cooking class. Your kids will love making their own pizza in this family-focused cooking class! Bring everyone along for the opportunity to work with a five-star chef and learn the secrets to creating homemade dough and layering it with...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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French Culinary Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy an evening of exquisite French dining in this fun, memorable cooking class for two. Dive into this cooking class for an evening for couples dedicated to exquisite French cuisine. Discover the secrets behind crafting a perfectly seared salmon, topped with a homemade saffron hollandaise sauce. Pair it with Herbes...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
Jacksonville (Windy Hill)
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Create a Memorable Family Style Mexican Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook with spice, soul and comfort the Mexican way. Turn up the flavor in this fun Mexican cooking class in Jacksonville. Join Chef Samuel or one of the talented resident chefs to make fresh corn tortillas from scratch, then load them up with sizzling carne asada fajitas. You’ll also prepare guacamole,...
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The Magic of French Quarter Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make every dish burst with French Quarter flavor. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Jacksonville. Guided by Chef Samuel, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies drizzled with honey butter. Then,...
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Sweet Comforts of Pumpkin Spice
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience autumn with creative sweets and a DIY spice blend. Join Chef Samuel or a talented resident chef in Jacksonville for a pumpkin-themed cooking class packed with fall flavor. You’ll create spiced pumpkin ice cream, baked donuts with glaze and a warm soufflé from scratch. Then, have fun building your own...
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Chef Samuel or Resident Chef
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Wonderous Tuscan Land and Sea Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience the enhanced flavors that cast iron brings to dishes in this fun cooking class. In this cooking class, unlock your full culinary potential and create fabulous Tuscan cuisine using cast iron cookware. Discover how to achieve the perfect sear on steak and elevate the richness of creamy seafood risotto. Your...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Jacksonville
How much do cooking classes in Jacksonville cost?
Cost for each course varies based on the chef overseeing the session , the course you choose and the size of your group. Starting price and fees for each session are listed on this page next to the class description. A tiering structure will be applied to calculate final costs, determined by headcount and class details. On average, you should expect to pay between $59 and $100-plus per person per class.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These classes are an exciting opportunity for cooks of all skills to tackle the fun prospects of food prep. Beginners just learning about kitchen craft can enjoy laid-back instruction that takes the pressure off, while more seasoned cooks can take advantage of culinary sessions that help them level up their abilities. You can choose from date night cooking sessions and couples cooking courses that add spice to your social life or get the whole family gathered in the kitchen with a family fun cooking experience. No matter what reason you might have to celebrate, these cooking classes offer an ideal atmosphere for making the special moments even tastier.
What should I expect during a typical class?
When you settle into the best cooking classes in Jacksonville, you can expect to enjoy premium instruction from a rock star chef on the local culinary scene. Everything you need to succeed is provided, including all ingredients, tools and patient instruction that rolls out step by step. Spend time in the kitchen with other cooks from around town who share your enthusiasm for creative cuisine. You'll acquire new skills, sharpen existing abilities and refine your gourmet sensibilitiesevery step of the way. In some sessions, you may have the chance to enjoy what you've made in class, while in others, you may be able to take your finished dishes home to enjoy.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
With specialty courses on your agenda, you can master techniques ranging from creating authentic Parisian pastries to grilling an entire meal from start to finish. More generalized courses provide an opportunity for you to master techniques for creating sauces and dressings, searing steak and fish and developing a knack for conjuring authentic Southern flavors. You'll find essential lessons with each course that provide fundamental skills like effective knife use and making your favorite kitchen gadgets go further. And when you choose international cooking experiences, you can put time-honored techniques like pizza making, global bread baking and desserts from around the world into practice.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Celebrating life's sweetest moments with your closest friends while creating gourmet dishes from the world's most treasured cuisines is just the start of the benefits of taking the best cooking classes in Jacksonville. There's also the exceptional guidance you'll get from some of the city's finest chefs as they teach you how to create their favorite recipes. And don't forget that these sessions provide the opportunityto develop essential skills you can use on a daily basis. You also have a chance to meet fellow food enthusiasts from around town, thanks to sessions in San Marco, Riverside, Deerwood and beyond.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from top cooking classes in Jacksonville that make the most of regional favorites like Southern barbeque and hearty American fare, or go with the ever-popular Italian, French or Mediterranean menus to mix things up. Zero in on specialty dishes and techniques with courses in pastry and bread making, handcrafted sushi and pasta, traditional French and British bakes and more. And sessions that focus on incredible Asian fare let you take a break from local haunts like Hawkers in favor of a home-cooked meal.
Where do the classes take place?
Classes usually take place either in the chef's place, your place or a third-party venue equipped for the occasion. Some cooking courses near you involve the instructor arriving at a pre-chosen venue or workspace to provide onsite instruction. With these courses, the chef instructor brings all necessary ingredients and equipment to conduct the session. You can consult the map image included in the class listing to find out if you'll be cooking in Riverside, Deerwood, or Downtown Jacksonville.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Jacksonville
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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