Cooking Classes in San Diego
Best Cooking Classes in San Diego for your next culinary journey

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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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 4-18
The Essence of French Cooking
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Working as a team is the best way to emphasize the essence of French cooking. In this hands-on team building activity, Chef Jordan W. demonstrates the techniques needed to draw out the essence of French cuisine with your colleagues. Rekindle team spirit as well as deepen your connection with food.
You and your team...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-15
Collaborative Spanish Fare
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Gather your team for a culinary adventure to Spain guided by a world-class chef. Engage in a team building activity that blends collaboration and culinary skills. This immersive cooking class offers a hands-on experience where participants learn to create a vibrant Spanish menu guided by Chef ShaSha.
Firstly nibble...
Verified Chef
Chef ShaSha
lakeside
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 4-18
Fine Californian Cuisine
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Learn to create a local, fresh menu for a unique group experience. Chef Jordan captures the best of San Diego’s local produce and seafood in his eclectic, California cuisine team building activity. Learn to use the best seasonal ingredients as you discover new cooking techniques with colleagues enjoying stunning...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 15-100
Handmade Sushi Rolls
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Work as a team to create a colorful, handmade sushi feast with Chef Krong. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will join your team at your venue to create colorful sushi from scratch. The chef will guide your team while practicing the techniques to fill and shape beautiful, handmade sushi rolls....
Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-15
Handcrafted Italian Staples
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Bring out your team’s creativity and collaboration while crafting a menu of Italian classics. This hands-on team building activity captures the comfort and charm of traditional Italian cuisine. Bond with your colleagues or friends over an inviting selection of beloved regional dishes.
Firstly, nibble on an...
Verified Chef
Chef ShaSha
lakeside
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 15-100
Mastery of Fresh Thai Spring Rolls
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Explore signature Thai dishes with Chef Krong in this fun team building cooking class. In this team building cooking class, Chef Krong introduces Thai cuisine using traditional techniques and regional ingredients. The chef will travel to your team for a lesson in Thai cooking with a classic soup, bold sauces and...
Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Discover Asian Cooking Techniques
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Wield your knife with care as you try your hand at creating these Japanese recipes. In this hands-on cooking class, learn how to steam bao buns of your own and fry chicken in a Japanese style, as well as preparing other stunning dishes. Bring home your new skills to impress your friends and family.
Chef Jarrett...
Verified Chef
Chef Jarrett
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
French and Italian Fusion
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Laura will show you how to get the most out of cooking with wine. French and Italian cuisine rely heavily on wine for cooking. Whether for deglazing a pan to make a sauce, simmering for hours to add flavor or a splash over fruit, wine is central to southern European fare.
The class starts with an asparagus...
Verified Chef
Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Outdoor Grilling Class
Outdoor Farm-to-Table Feast
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to grill a farm-to-table feast infused with island vibes in Chef Jordan's backyard. In this outdoor hands-on grilling class with Chef Jordan, you will learn how to prepare a gourmet three-course menu that fuses farm-to-table Californian cuisine with a touch of island flavor and flair.
Some of the recipes...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Essential Savory Baking Techniques
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Chef Rachel teaches you how to make a spread of savory baked favorites from scratch. Join this hands-on cooking class to make impressive baked recipes that are both savory and satisfying. You’ll learn useful kitchen techniques so you can recreate these delightful recipes for family and friends.
First, Chef Adina...
Verified Chef
Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Great for Groups of 15-100
The Art of Gyoza Dumplings
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Gather your group and learn techniques for preparing authentic gyoza by hand. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will travel to you and teach your crew traditional techniques for preparing delicious gyoza from scratch.
Begin by making a classic appetizer of miso soup studded with tofu for a...
Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Pasta With Flair
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Reimagine Italian classics with a fun and creative menu. This cooking class takes your favorite Italian flavors and adds extra flair to them. Start with a hearty pasta frittata loaded with sausage and spicy peppers, then make a rustic skillet lasagna. Complete your plate with a grilled Caesar salad and finish with...
Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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