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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Bake Traditional Tarts and Pies for the Harvest Season
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover baking joy through autumn pies and festive tarts. Bake your way through fall favorites in this pie and tart cooking class in San Diego. With help from Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make classic apple cranberry pie with a lattice top, a smooth chocolate-hazelnut tart and extra...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Korean Restaurant Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn tips for recreating classic Korean flavors at home. This interactive cooking class highlights traditional techniques for creating signature Korean dishes. Learn how to emulate the distinct flavors and textures of Korean cuisine in a selection of popular dishes such as chewy rice cakes and lettuce wraps stuffed...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Discovering Italian Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore unique ingredients and methods from across Italy in this hands-on lesson. This immersive cooking class showcases the diversity of Italian cuisine. Using regional ingredients such as cavatappi and robust pecorino, a world-class chef teaches you to craft a vibrant Italian menu. Practice knife skills while...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Build Easy Mediterranean Recipes From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the joy of cooking with traditional Mediterranean staples. Explore pantry staples in this Mediterranean cooking class in San Diego. Join Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs to roast chicken with caramelized onion and preserved lemon, toss a carrot salad with cumin seed and feta and prepare...
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Carlsbad
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Enjoy Italian Classics With a Seasonal Spin
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook rich, soul-warming meals straight from the Italian countryside. Celebrate the season with this Italian fall cooking class in San Diego. Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to shape gnocchi, sear chicken wrapped in prosciutto and build a rich marsala sauce from scratch. Then, make...
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Carlsbad
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Fall Comfort Food to Brighten the Day
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transform your kitchen with autumn-inspired cooking confidence. Celebrate autumn in this hands-on cooking class in San Diego with Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs. You’ll prepare tender pork chops glazed with beer and maple syrup, then craft traditional spaetzle tossed in brown butter. For dessert,...
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Carlsbad
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Discover the Joy of Bread Making
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your baking routine with fresh, hand-crafted bread. Get hands-on with homemade bread in this beginner-friendly baking cooking class in San Diego. Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through making roasted vegetable focaccia, shaping French baguettes and pain d’epi and building...
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Carlsbad
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Craft a Refined French Autumn Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get inspired by French flavors and fall’s rustic charm. Celebrate fall flavors with a French twist in this cooking class in San Diego. Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through pan-searing chicken with rosemary and mushrooms, making gougères from scratch and preparing a salad with...
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Carlsbad
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Cook a Rich Spanish Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn up the flavor with traditional Spanish cooking methods. Learn how to build a Spanish-style feast in this hands-on cooking class in San Diego. Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through making peppery chicken thighs, cheesy roasted potatoes, braised greens with chickpeas, queso fresco...
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Carlsbad
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Your New Favorite Southern Comfort Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy rich, nostalgic dishes inspired by the South. Indulge in classic comfort food in this hearty cooking class in San Diego. Join Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs to make crispy chicken-fried steak smothered in rich red eye gravy. Then, roast broccoli with lemon and chili flakes for a flavorful...
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Carlsbad
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Parisian Flavors for Chilly Nights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate fall together with French techniques and rich seasonal flavors. Turn up the flavor on your next night out in this autumn-inspired French cooking class in San Diego. Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak, making a creamy potato gratin and building a colorful...
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Carlsbad
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Mastering Classic Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Become an expert in the art of croissants with guidance from a world-class chef. This in-depth cooking class provides hands-on practice with essential skills for preparing classic French croissants. Your chef instructor shares tips and feedback as you mix and laminate the dough – a crucial process for achieving the...
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Carlsbad
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