Cooking Classes in San Diego

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There are many reasons why they call it America’s Finest City, not least of which is the line-up of delicious cooking classes in San Diego. Indeed, whether you’re in Carlsbad & Oceanside, Downtown, East San Diego or La Jolla & Pacific Beach, there are lots of culinary classes in San Diego nearby with which to satisfy your curiosity for cuisine. Are you in the mood to make fresh sushi? How about Italian pasta or French bistro-style dishes? Under the guidance of a world-class local chef, it’s all possible. No experience is required, just a love of great food and the desire to learn to cook it. If that sounds like you, then be sure to sign up for cooking courses in San Diego today!

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Rustic French Table

$99
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$99
Embark on a culinary escape to the French countryside. Take a trip to Southern France with a sun-kissed menu in this fun cooking class. Begin the meal with tender pan-seared chicken, a divine ratatouille tart layered with seasonal vegetables. Complete the dish with a simple green salad and for the finale, make...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
4.4
41 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Fri, Aug 29th at 1:00PM
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Italian Specialties

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Give your dining options an Old World spin with this sensational Italian spread. Bring authentic Italian flavor home with the help of Chef Fabio in this deluxe cooking class filled with a fine array of regional creations. It's your chance to learn time-honored techniques for turning out delicious dishes you'll be...
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Chef Fabio
5.0
6 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sat, Aug 30th at 12:00PM & other times
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Pasta Fresca

$95
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$95
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch with Chef Marty. Unlock the secrets to preparing authentic homemade Italian cuisine from Chef Marty's hometown of Tuscany! In this hands-on pasta-making class, you'll lean on Chef Marty's years of culinary expertise as you learn all the techniques and tricks you need to make...
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Chef Marty
4.9
116 Reviews
San Diego (Mid-City)
Next Date: Sat, Aug 30th at 6:00PM & other times
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Exquisite Spanish Fare

$149
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$149
Delight in bold flavors and creative dishes from Spain! Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain in this exciting cooking class with Chef Adina. This exquisite menu has been curated for you to indulge in delightful European tastes. Start with tartaletas de puerro—delicate leek tartlets to set the tone for an...
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Chef Adina
4.9
35 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sun, Aug 31st at 10:00AM & other times
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Southeast Asia Culinary Expedition

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore ingredients from the Philippines, Thailand, Japan and China in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Nicholas will be your guide in this culinary expedition to Southeast Asia where you'll learn how to create staple dishes from each country of the region, exploring a range of flavors from spicy to sweet. You'll...
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Chef Nicholas
5.0
34 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sun, Aug 31st at 6:00PM & other times
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Sushi-Centered Feast

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to craft and roll fresh, flavorful sushi rolls in this Asian inspired cooking class. Rolling sushi sometimes feels intimidating, but in this cooking class, you'll feel at ease with this process. This hands-on workshop is led by an experienced Chef Krong covering everything from selecting the freshest ingredients...
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Chef Krong
5.0
60 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Mon, Sep 1st at 6:00PM & other times
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Nourishing Gourmet Dishes

$95
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$95
Healthy eating is far from boring with fine dining techniques from an expert chef. In this skill-driven cooking class, Chef Perez shares tips for elevating fresh, seasonal ingredients into a showstopping meal. With each dish, you’ll master restaurant-style methods like blending soups and purées, searing proteins...
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Chef Perez
4.9
9 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Elegant Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres

$139
Cooking Class
$139
Elevate festive gatherings with elegant handcrafted appetizers. Join the acclaimed Chef Laura for a hands-on seasonal cooking class where you’ll master a sophisticated array of holiday hors d’oeuvres. Learn to prepare the recipes of his four-course appetizer menu to uplift any occasion with a gourmet...
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Chef Laura
5.0
159 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Family Approved Weekday Meals

$75
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$75
Prove to your kids that healthy food doesn't have to taste or even look yucky! In this interactive hands-on class, Chef Stacy will teach you how to make healthy and delicious kid-friendly meals and snacks that are vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients. This class is perfect if you are struggling to teach...
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Chef Stacy D.
4.9
246 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sat, Sep 6th at 6:00PM
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Contemporary Handmade Italian Fare

$95
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$95
Chef Jarrett guides you through the formation of fresh agnolotti pasta using simple methods. Discover classic Italian recipes in this exciting hands-on cooking class where Chef Jarrett will teach you a variety of culinary techniques with handmade pasta taking center stage. Start by crafting a sweet fig and burrata...
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Chef Jarrett
4.6
17 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sat, Sep 6th at 6:00PM & other times
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Indulgent Decadent Duo - Date Night

$99
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$99
Grill up Flavors of the Coast and Countryside in an Epicurean Escape. Explore new twists in this cooking class working with classic pairing. Here you’ll learn techniques for creating a surf and turf dinner using ingredients from land and sea. We’ll show you how to grill a juicy steak and make delectable crab...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
4.4
41 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Fri, Aug 29th at 4:00PM & other times
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Classic Italian Dining

$85
Cooking Class
$85
From starters to dessert, this charming collection of Italian dishes is a meal worth creating. There's a selection of hearty Italian specialties waiting for you in this exciting interactive cooking class. Chef Fabio enters the kitchen to share wisdom and demonstrate how to create your own fabulous Old World...
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Chef Fabio
5.0
6 Reviews
Serving the San Diego area
Next Date: Sat, Aug 30th at 12:00PM & other times
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in San Diego
Melissa C.
08/14/2025
So fun and easy! Definitely looking to take another class at this location with friends. Thank you!!
Dorothy L.
08/09/2025
The Italian Desserts class with Chef Sasha was wonderful. She was informative and a lot of fun to learn from. We made Cannoli, Panna Cotta and Biscotti. All were delicious!
CHRISTIANA K.
07/18/2025
This was my second class with Chef Laura, and once again, it was a great cooking experience! She has a wonderful way of combining warmth and friendliness with a clear, thoughtful approach to cooking. I always appreciate how she not only shares plenty of helpful tips but also takes the time to explain the reasoning behind each step, which really helps deepen my understanding. The dishes we made were absolutely delicious !!! (Steak with Salad, Beef Empanada, and Lava Cake) —I can’t wait to recreate them for my family! I’m already looking forward to my next class with her. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to learn, improve, and have a great time doing it!
Yvonne R.
06/23/2025
Thank you Chef Sha Sha! We had a fabulous experience! Chef Sha Sha came to my house to teach us ladies how to make Bruschetta, Cannoli, and ravioli with tomato sauce (yum!!) from scratch. This was a birthday shindig. There were 5 of us. I have a small kitchen, but she was flexible with the workflow and made it happen. She stayed over the scheduled 3hr time because she took her time with each of us on the pasta machine. She's very patient, thorough, attention to detail, and ensured each of us was hands. She even quizzed us throughout. :) Chef explained the whys, the hows, the don'ts, and suggested options and alternatives. She is so personable and pleasant; good times! It really was a fun and unique experience. Our food came out picture perfect and sooo tasty! We highly recommend Chef Sha Sha for any cooking lessons.
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