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
Tapas and Traditions
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight in an authentic Spanish menu featuring bold, regional dishes. This cooking class captures the festive soul of Spanish cuisine with a vibrant menu of regional classics. You’ll learn to prepare saffron-rich seafood paella, a kale and Marcona almond salad with Manchego, spicy patatas bravas and creamy Spanish...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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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...
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Verified Chef
Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Gourmet First Class Fare
$139
Cooking Class
$139
This high-flying class introduces you to a series of special selections from elegant airline menus. Let Chef Krong teach you how to create first-class selections from the very best of gourmet airline cuisine in this fun cooking class. No ticket bookings, seat assignments or passports necessary to enjoy these savory...
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Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Culinary Journey to Asia
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to craft a series of dishes from various regions in Asia. Get familiar with a selection of authentic Asian dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Adina will guide you through crafting this flavorful menu, sharing tips and teaching techniques along the way.
Begin by learning how to craft crispy...
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Verified Chef
Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Global Bread Baking Secrets
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Learn how to bake three essential breads, including pita, rye and banana. Knead, bake and taste your way through this hands-on bread-making cooking class, perfect for home bakers of all levels. Led by an esteemed baker Chef Jordan, you’ll prepare three sweet and savory bread recipes to create a cozy...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Classic Italian Desserts
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make an delectable assortment of customizable Italian desserts. This cooking class will teach you everything you need to know to make popular Italian desserts. Prepare these treats like a pro and customize your sweet creations with Chef ShaSha’s expert guidance.
First, you'll whip up creamy and rich...
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Verified Chef
Chef ShaSha
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Chef’s Classics - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat the special foodie in your life by taking them to a gourmet cooking class. Turn up the heat on date night at a fun and flavorful cooking class. Covering a classic restaurant style menu, you and your loved one will be shown how to make a pork tenderloin Wellington that’s sure to become one of your regular...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE
Healthy Fusion Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Craft flavorful, easy-to-master dishes using fresh ingredients and classic techniques. Join Chef Laura in this hands-on cooking class and learn to create a simple yet elegant meal featuring bold flavors. You'll explore how to combine fresh, seasonal ingredients with time-honored techniques to craft a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Vegetarian Taste of Thailand
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create a flavorful, vegetarian-friendly menu inspired by authentic Thai ingredients. Thai cuisine presents an ideal canvas for making vegetarian dishes with a bold, satisfying twist. Let Chef Krong be your guide through this interactive cooking class as she teaches you how to create Thai menu items that skip the meat...
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Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
A Twist on Indian Favorites
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Put a non-traditional spin on classic Indian dishes with Chef Rachel as your guide. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Adina will teach you a handful of non-traditional recipes for the classic and traditional Indian food you know and love, along with smart cooking techniques along the way.
You'll begin with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
From Homemade Bagels to Brunch
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Master the art of bagel making with a delicious brunch menu featuring these breakfast sandwiches. Wake up your weekend with this deliciously satisfying brunch cooking class. Guided by a top-rated Chef Jordan, you’ll prepare a three-course meal, learning how to make chewy, golden homemade bagels from scratch for...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
The Art of Homemade Pasta
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn the secrets to crafting pasta from scratch in this interactive class. Join Chef ShaSha for an informative and hands-on cooking class featuring stunning Italian dishes, including a homemade pasta. As you prepare each dish, you will learn professional chef tips and tricks for the kitchen.
Begin class by...
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Verified Chef
Chef ShaSha
Serving the San Diego area
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Diego
Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.