Beginner Cooking Classes in San Diego
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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Pasta La Vista
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the secrets to making homemade pasta. Figure out the craft of homemade pasta and why it's worth the effort in this hands-on cooking class. You will learn essential pasta techniques—from mixing and rolling dough to cutting pappardelle noodles and filling ravioli. We’ll simmer a hearty Bolognese, put together...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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French Bistro Evening - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Revel in fresh flavors from the French countryside. Enjoy a romantic evening inspired by French bistro traditions in this fun cooking class. Learn from five-star chefs how to make roasted chicken Provençal with lemon and herbs, a homemade tomato and goat cheese tart and a fresh green bean salad with Champagne...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Colorful Delights of Summer
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfecting Blissful Summer Confections. Summer flavors shine in this 3-hour chef-led cooking class, the star being the all-so-delightful macarons! You'll create two tasty flavors—s’mores and cherry cheesecake, creating the perfect batter, piping the ideal shape, mixing up delicious fillings, and assembling your...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Essence of Italian Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor homemade traditions from Italy. Savor the simplicity of Italian cuisine with a romantic cooking class for two. Guided by a chef instructor, you’ll begin with a perfectly seared steak tagliata paired with a panzanella salad made with ripe tomatoes and bread. Next, grill some zucchini with fresh pesto and for a...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Pâtisserie Secrets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the artistry of French pastry. Delight in a trio of French classics with this fun cooking class. You’ll learn the secrets for crafting perfect Paris-Brest, a rich pastry filled with praline cream and decadent chocolate Champagne truffles that melt in your mouth. Finally, master the art of butter shortbread...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Refreshing Thai
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in classic Thai dishes with a seasonal twist! Escape to Thailand with a vibrant summer meal in this refreshing cooking class! An expert chef will take you through a menu featuring chicken satay, lime and brown sugar glazed salmon, a green mango and cucumber salad, fragrant ginger jasmine rice and a citrusy...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Teens Cooking Series
Recipe Challenge - Teens' 5-Day Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Master advanced recipes, step-by-step. Your teen will push past the basics in this 5-day hands-on cooking class series! Alongside expert chefs, they’ll take on ambitious and flavorful recipes while exploring advanced techniques, prep skills and professional plating. Inspire your young foodie to build kitchen...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Tacos & Mexican Culinary Traditions
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring Mexico traditions to your table. Enjoy a fiesta in the kitchen with this hands-on cooking class! You'll learn from expert chefs how to make flavorful carne asada fajitas, homemade guacamole and crowd-pleasing street corn slathered in queso. You’ll also practice the art of fresh, handmade corn tortillas, which...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Italian Dinner al Fresco
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A celebration of Italian summer. Celebrate summer with this immersive cooking class. You’ll learn from expert chefs how to weave the traditions and flavors of Italy into your summer cooking. The menu features golden polenta bites topped with arugula pesto and goat cheese, grilled steak and salsa verde and farro...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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French Kiss - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall in love with classic French cuisine. Treat yourself and your loved one to an evening of elegance in this romantic French cooking class. You’ll start with pan-roasted chicken finished in a fragrant mustard sauce, served alongside rainbow truffled pommes Anna. Complete the plate with a crisp salad and for...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Flaky Homemade Goodness
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A Sweet and Savory Guide to Perfect Buttery Croissant. Here is a cooking class for you to learn all about the flaky and buttery goodness that goes into making the perfect French croissant. Top-rated chefs will teach you all about mixing and laminating dough plus shaping and baking croissants. By the end of this 3-hour...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Morning Bakery
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy sweet starts to your day, one pastry at a time. Wake up your taste buds with a fun pastry cooking class. You’ll be guided by expert chefs in how to craft some classic favorites using timeless techniques. Start with beignets dusted in powdered sugar and whip up mixed berry fritters finished with raspberry-lemon...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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