Beginner Cooking Classes in San Diego

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In a stress-free and fun environment, gourmet chefs will inspire and delight you with a selection of succulent cuisine from around the world. Whether you have always dreamed of creating authentic Mexican tacos or want to surprise your guests with Belgian waffles made from scratch, there is no shortage of exciting dishes to explore. Book one of these San Diego beginner cooking classes today!


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Italian American Recipes - Family Fun

$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bond with family, making Italian-American cuisine from pasta to chicken Parmesan and then gelato treats No Italian grandmother? No worries! Bring the family out for a fun afternoon in this cooking class making Italian American favorites. Kids and adults alike will enjoy making fresh pasta dough for homemade...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 2nd at 1:00PM & other times
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Delicious Dim Sum

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make a dim sum recipe that is steaming and heartfelt. Here's a lovely cooking class for you. As friends gather to sample and share delectable bite-size morsels, it’s easy to see why dim sum translates as “touch the heart.” In this hands-on class, you’ll practice the steps of forming, folding, pleating, and...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Mon, Jun 3rd at 7:00PM & other times
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Indian Restaurant Favorites

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on experience making the top favorites of Indian cuisine. In this cooking class, learn how to create your favorite Indian dishes from scratch. A chef instructor will introduce you to the ingredients and spices that make Indian cuisine so uniquely delicious. You’ll work alongside classmates, learning to...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Tue, Jun 4th at 7:00PM & other times
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Intro to Sushi Making

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll and revel as you master sushi-making. Create your own rolls in this sushi-centric cooking class! The interactive class will cover the essentials of sushi-making. You’ll brush up on knife skills, learn how to find the freshest fish, season rice, whisk dipping sauces, and master the best rolling techniques. By...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Thu, Jun 6th at 7:00PM & other times
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Fresh Pasta at Home

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master fresh, homemade pasta for your enjoyment right at home. This cooking class will show you how easy it is to make fresh and flavorful pasta meals! The chef-led class is going to teach you how to make homemade pasta dough in preparation for creating pasta dishes full of flavor. To finish, you’ll create a custard...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sat, Jun 8th at 1:00PM & other times
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3 Desserts Every Cook Should Know

$99
Cooking Class
$99
This is a foodie's dream. Learn techniques and recipes for a variety of decadent desserts.  Get hands-on practice in this cooking class and upgrade your dessert skills with three classic crowd-pleasers. Led by an expert chef, the class will cover the steps and techniques for creating dark chocolate and cherry...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 10:00AM
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Paella: A Taste of Spain

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master some of Spain's staple recipes to recreate in the comfort of your own kitchen. Come experience a true show-stopping Spanish meal. In this cooking class, you will master the art of making paella and sofrito, toasting the special bomba rice, and infusing saffron in two variations of paella. You’ll learn tips...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 4:00PM
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Midsummer Steak Dinner

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Find the techniques for making the best herby potatoes with a zesty aioli twist. Your classic steak dinner gets a refresh in this hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, you'll learn how to grill a flavorful flank steak and make herby potatoes enhanced with a zesty aioli. Then, you’ll learn to put...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 7:00PM & other times
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Microbrew Dinner

$99
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$99
Craft beer might be the secret ingredient you've been looking for! Celebrate Dad with a craft beer-infused feast! Find out how regional beers boost flavors in this cooking class. From Porter and Honey-Glazed Short Ribs to Beer-Braised Greens and Beer Cheese Sauce, you'll gain a new perspective on craft brews. And for...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sat, Jun 15th at 1:00PM & other times
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Father's Day Wings - Family Fun

$79
Cooking Class
$79
Wing this year's Father's Day with a lovely class for the whole family. This cooking class provides an opportunity to celebrate Father's Day with wings! Kids will learn knife safety techniques as they prepare veggie sticks to munch with fresh ranch. A delectable pizza bar is also on the menu, suitable for all ages....
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 16th at 1:00PM
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Father’s Day Steak Dinner

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your old man to a steakhouse favorite for Father's Day. Nothing says 'world’s best dad' like a world-class meal! Join this cooking class to learn steakhouse favorites: perfectly seared steak paired with flavorful compound butter and tasty sides. Cap off the experience with a decadent Manhattan Ice Cream Sundae...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 16th at 4:00PM & other times
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Great British Baking

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take your baking skills to a higher level, mastering some British baked goodness. In this cooking class, you'll learn how to make delicious British-style baked goods. Begin with a light, fluffy Victoria sponge cake covered with cream and strawberry jam, ideal for a teatime treat. Then a magnificent pudding cake,...
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Chef Chuck or Resident Chef
4.8
28 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Sun, Jun 23rd at 10:00AM
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