Cooking Classes in San Francisco
Best Cooking Classes in San Francisco for your next culinary journey
Since 2014, Cozymeal has featured one of the most expansive and varied offerings of cooking classes in San Francisco, giving thousands of culinary enthusiasts the chance to learn from world-class chefs. Highlighted by leading media outlets such as USA Today and Good Housekeeping, Cozymeal delivers award-winning expertise to the Bay Area. With tens of thousands of 5-star reviews and a presence in more than 200 cities, Cozymeal blends national recognition with trusted local quality. From sourdough bread and fresh seafood to handmade pasta, sushi rolling and decadent French pastries, cooking courses in San Francisco feature flavors and formats ideal for date nights, team activities or special celebrations. With vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available, there’s something for every lifestyle. Guests from Oakland, Berkeley and Daly City can also explore bold Bay Area flavors and global techniques with the best cooking classes in San Francisco today.
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Holiday
Journey Through Germany
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Join Chef Dirk for a culinary tour of his home country, Germany, and its neighbors. In this hands-on class, Chef Dirk invites you to join him for a spectacular culinary experience.
Chef Dirk will share with you the skills and techniques to prepare a menu featuring authentic German, Swiss, and Austrian cuisine, as...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
New Year
Asian European Fusion
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Embark on a unique cross-continental culinary journey through Asia and Europe with Chef Dirk. Having lived in or traveled to more than 20 countries, Chef Dirk has a unique collection of culinary knowledge and experience that he will share with you in this hands-on cooking class.
Chef Dirk will take you on journey...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
We Go Together Cookie Decorating
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Create perfect pairings with sugar cookies and royal icing This in-depth cooking class designed for all skill levels highlights fun and creative techniques for decorating adorable sugar cookies. From doughnuts and coffee to cookies and milk, you will practice decorating methods guided by Chef Lindsay to craft your...
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Chef Lindsay
Serving the San Francisco area
CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 20-40
Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Build team relationships while crafting an Italian-style meal with world-class gourmet, Chef Lorenzo. Foster a collaborative and fun team environment with this pasta-making team building class featuring rich Italian favorites, including homemade gnocchi pasta.
First, mix up a creamy cheese fondue for dipping crispy...
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Chef Lorenzo
San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)
CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 20-40
Sushi From Scratch
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Your crew will be rolling along in no time with this collaborative sushi session. Bring the gang to a team building cooking class where sushi is the star of the show. With guidance from Chef Elham, you and your teammates can discover the secrets to preparing savory ingredients and turning them into top-tier sushi...
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Chef Elham
San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)
Artisan Pasta Creation
$149
Market Tour + Cooking Class
$149
Tour an artisan grocer then create brilliant dishes inspired by the season's best produce. Chef James will utilize his impressive culinary expertise to provide a fun and enlightening tour of an artisan grocer followed by an incredible cooking experience that is sure to wow your senses.
After selecting the best...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Oh honey, I'm Comb! Cookie Decoration
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the secrets to making sugar cookies look as sweet as they taste. In this immersive 2-hour cooking class, Chef Lindsay will teach you the essential techniques for decorating show-stopping sugar cookies with an adorable honey theme. Practice piping royal icing to create bears, bees, honeycombs and more with...
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Chef Lindsay
Serving the San Francisco area
CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Sardinian Gnocchi
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create a signature gnocchi recipe from Sardinia with Chef James. If you are already familiar with Italian gnocchi, then you will love Chef James’ gnocchetti sardi. Unlike conventional gnocchi, Sardinian gnocchetti contains no potato, and is made with semolina flour. Chef James’ passion for cooking is well-paired...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 20-40
Hearty Italian Pasta Making
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Team bonding gets a culinary twist with hands-on cooking of Italian dishes. Get your team working collaboratively on a shared goal: A gourmet meal. Chef Lorenzo, who was born in Italy, will teach your group how to make pasta dough and an array of Italian classics from scratch.
Teams will break off into small...
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Chef Lorenzo
San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)
CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 20-40
Classic Italian Risotto
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Bring the team together for a lesson in risotto that's sure to satisfy. Get the crew into the kitchen for a collaborative lesson in risotto in this team building cooking class with Chef Elham. Practice teamwork around cook stations while learning to make a traditional Italian favorite.
You'll first enjoy a cheese...
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Chef Elham
San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Totally Groovy Cookie Decorating
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Transform basic sugar cookies into groovy goodies. This interactive, 2-hour cooking class takes a deep dive into the fundamentals of cookie decorating with innovative tips and techniques from a talented chef instructor. Using sugar cookies as your canvas, you will learn the ins and outs of royal icing to decorate a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Lindsay
Serving the San Francisco area
CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Classic Provence Bouillabaisse
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Learn the art of creating the ultimate traditional French bouillabaisse with Chef James. If there is one dish that represents the South of France it’s bouillabaisse, and in this class you will learn the method behind making it yourself. Chef James has years of experience and is ready to share his trade secrets with...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Francisco
How much do cooking classes in San Francisco cost?
The cost for each cooking class varies based on the chef the course you choose and the size of your group. Every course listing on this page displays a starting price and any fees that might apply, with a tiering structure used to calculate costs based on class details and headcount. Overall, your per-person cost can be anywhere from $59 to $100 or more.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Anyone with a taste for learning how to cook will enjoy these cooking classes, regardless of their skill level. Beginning, intermediate and advanced chefs alike can enjoy guided instruction in top-tier techniques and first-rate menus. Colleagues can enjoy a cooking session where collaboration is the key to success, while younger cooks and families can gather in the kitchen for a lesson in cooperation. And If you are looking to spice up your social life, you'll find singles cooking experiences, couples courses and date night experiences that put you in the mood to savor a more delicious side of life.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With the best cooking classes in San Francisco at your disposal you can expect to learn how to elevate your culinary game with one of the city's most creative instructors. You'll have all the ingredients and tools you need to complete your menu, allowing you to concentrate on your lesson as it rolls out. Enjoy kitchen time with other cooks from around the city and maybe even find fellow foodies to connect up with. You'll sharpen your skills and enhance your gourmet instincts in an easygoing atmosphere free from stress. Depending on the session, you may be able to enjoy your creations together.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master the art of homemade pasta, learn to create your own bakery-level breads, make better use of your backyard grill and more. All culinary classes in the catalog expose you to a variety of culinary methods worth perfecting, such as the best way to use your chef knives and becoming more proficient with your kitchen appliances. You'll also explore techniques from around the world, whether your learning to prepare flatbread in the time-tested manner of the Mediterranean, pan-searing a steak in the best bistro tradition or crafting sauces and dressings like a true gourmet chef.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
With cooking classes in San Francisco, you have the perfect setting for enriching your life with your favorite people at your side. The benefits of these cooking coursestake you beyond the chance to expand your culinary know-how. You'll level up your self-confidence by elevating your skills while conjuring incredible dishes with people who share your passion for gourmet creativity. You'll explore the flavors of cultures from around the world while celebrating your most special occasions. From collaborating with colleagues in Chinatown to hanging with your besties in Pacific Heights, you'll create memories that sweeten your life.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You'll find a wide variety of courses in San Francisco to choose from, whether you're hoping to master the art of baking your own sourdough, create pristine French macarons or investigate the hearty traditions of Southern comfort food. As a coastal city, Frisco abounds with possibilities of local favorites in seafood classes that bring the best of the bay into the kitchen. Create premium dishes similar to those served at Fog Harbor Fish House and Waterbar for a top-notch seafood experience. And for something a little further off the coast, Thai, Chinese and Japanese menus are featured in some of the best cooking classes for the occasion.
Where do the classes take place?
Classes usually take place at either your house, the chef instructor's house or a pre-chosen third-party venue suitable for the session. Sometimes, you may find a cooking course near you in which the chef instructor arrives onsite at a workspace or separate venue to provide a team building or similar experience. For these courses, the instructor will bring all ingredients and supplies necessary for the class. You'll find a map image included in every listing to let you know where the class will take place, whether it's a seafood class in Chinatown or a dim sum session at Fisherman's Wharf.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Francisco
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
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.