Baking Classes in San Jose
If you're searching for an escape from your usual bunch of played-out bakes, baking classes in San Jose are the sweet spot to aim for. Jump into sessions in Japantown, Rose Garden and Alviso that make it easy to learn no matter where you may be located in the Garden City. Everyone from seasoned bakers to absolute beginners can enjoy confident instruction from top-shelf local chefs offering prime baking lessons in San Jose. Learn to create homestyle breads, explore European pastries and recreate chic cosmopolitan treats in an easy-going environment where creativity sweetens the recipe. Secure your spot in a baking experience in San Jose soon and treat yourself to something truly special.
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Great for Groups of 10-20
Favorites From 'The Hunger Games'
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Create fantastic fare inspired by the sci-fi dystopian adventure films with an expert chef. Fans of "The Hunger Games" will enjoy this interactive team building cooking class featuring dishes inspired by the films. You will not need to volunteer as tribute as you work alongside your crew to handcraft three...
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
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Great for Groups of 10-20
Handmade Bread and Pizza
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Gather your team for a baking experience that's both sweet and savory. Join an expert chef for a hands-on team building cooking class where you'll handcraft and roll your own handmade dough for two incredible recipes.
Begin by preparing soft bread dough that you'll fill with an assortment of sweet or savory...
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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Scratch-Made Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Forego the bakery for your home kitchen. Led by a gourmet pastry chef, this cooking class explores the art of homemade croissant creation. Learn how to properly mix and laminate dough that will be shaped into crescents of golden goodness. Fill with sweet and savory ingredients for a delightful batch of bakery treats....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Morning Pastry Perfection
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ditch the bakery run and learn to master your favorite morning pastries at home. Why spend extra time on busy mornings visiting your local bakery when you could learn to make your favorite morning pastries at home in this dedicated cooking class? Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll get hands-on with the essential...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Savoring France's South
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Imbibe the sun-soaked flavors of Southern France in this immersive hands-on class. This Southern French cooking class promises to bring the flavors of Provence to your kitchen. Guided by a renowned chef, you’ll prepare a juicy chicken breast with olives, capers and roasted lemon, then bake a ratatouille tart with...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Fair Food Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Why wait for the summer to enjoy your fair food favorites?. Bring a taste of your county fair home with this immersive, fun and festive cooking class. Guided by a renowned chef, you’ll learn to recreate your favorite fair-day sweet treats, all of which are sure to delight your friends and family. You’ll learn the...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Mouth-Watering Milanese Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to create an Italian feast for your family table. Unlock the secrets to authentic Italian cooking when you sign up for this immersive hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you’ll learn to master flavors worthy of your favorite Italian trattoria, including Milanese chicken, bruschetta...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French Field-to-Fork
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlock the secrets of seasonal French cooking in this authentic hands-on class. If you’re ready to level up your home cooking with some French farm-to-table recipes, this cooking class is perfect. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll get hands-on with the essential skills required to rustle up farm-to-table...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Dessert Focus: Chocolate Mastery
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get set to wow your dinner party guests with scratch-made chocolate desserts. If you have your savory menu sorted for your dinner party but are lacking in the dessert department, this cooking class is sure to help. Under the tutelage of an esteemed chef, you’ll get to grips with the techniques required to whip up...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Baked Treats Workshop - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Connect as a clan over your shared joy of baking in this family-friendly class. Whether your family likes baking, eating or a blend of the two, this fun-for-all-ages cooking class is for you. In it, a renowned chef with over a decade’s experience will show you and your future foodies how to recreate their bake-shop...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French Foodie Fun
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Infuse your home cooking with an authentic taste of France. If you’ve always wanted to pull back the curtain on the arts of French cooking, this cooking class is sure to help you do it. With a world-class chef showing you the way, you’ll quickly unlock the skills you need to whip up a full-course feast. On the...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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A French Culinary Masterclass
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Pull back the curtain on the secrets of French cooking in this chef-led class. If mastering dishes worthy of your favorite bistro feels beyond your skill set, this cooking class is sure to challenge that notion. In fact, with a renowned chef showing you the way, you’ll quickly get to grips with some of France’s...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Jose
How much do Baking classes in San Jose cost?
Cooking courses in San Jose are based on a tiered structure that is compiled according to things like the menu, the chef, the size of the group and the length of the class. More advanced baking workshops may also be at a higher rate. You can expect most bakery classes to start at $59 and go up to over $100 per person depending on the above details. The starting prices per person can be found at the top of this page. Connect with our concierge team at any time to plan your next baking lesson.
Who are these Baking classes suitable for?
These cooking experiences are suitable for anyone who enjoys having a good time while learning valuable skills. Fun and engaging classes are designed for all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced home chefs. Gather the kids and teens for family classes that focus on essential skills and kitchen confidence. Date nights, team-building experiences, birthday parties and girls’ nights out are all excellent reasons to book a cooking class.
What should I expect during a typical class?
During a typical session, the best cooking classes deliver a big dose of fun and engaging learning opportunities. Talented chefs arrive with all the ingredients, tools, kitchen gear and knowledge needed to conduct an informative session. You’ll watch preparation demonstrations, follow step-by-step instructions and receive answers to any questions you might have. End your course by sampling and sharing the fruits of your labor with the rest of the group.
What Baking techniques and skills will I master?
Baking courses are the perfect way to gather your love of global cultures and local cuisine and combine it with a high level of kitchen confidence and knowledge. In addition to baking bread, rustic pies, decadent chocolate cakes and peanut butter cookies, you can choose to master skills for making Vietnamese bao buns and pho, German strudel and schnitzel or Tex-Mex and California-Fusion cuisine. Learn how to prepare and serve the fresh produce and organic ingredients found at the eclectic food markets and stalls at San Pedro Square, or dive into best practices for creating a San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean seafood buffet.
What are the benefits of taking a Baking class?
Benefits of baking classes in San Jose run the range from gaining confidence in the kitchen and learning essential safety skills to boosting your current skills, meeting like-minded foodies, working with a gourmet chef and discovering new recipes to recreate at home. Sessions are an excellent way to bond with family, friends and colleagues while preparing a delicious menu. You can add in friendly competition by breaking into two groups. Explore the culinary landscape of San Jose and tackle new cuisine from international destinations.
What types of Baking classes/menus can I choose from?
Along with baking classes in San Jose, the vibrant city offers a diverse array of culinary lessons to join with friends, family or colleagues. Whether it’s sushi making, bread baking, pasta making or cake decorating, you’re guaranteed to come away with new-found skills and a set of talents that will last a lifetime. Learn how to prepare authentic Vietnamese pho or the perfect falafels, hearty enchiladas and sweet burnt almond cake inspired by local favorites at Peter’s Bakery, Falafel’s Drive-In or Luna Mexican Kitchen in Alameda.
Where do the classes take place?
Whether you’re preparing fresh seafood, baking crunchy baguettes or grilling juicy steaks, these cooking lessons take place in venues all around the San Jose area. You could meet up at a private chef’s personal studio, at baking schools, at a high-end restaurant or even in the comfort of your own kitchen. Look for a variety of cooking experiences to be held in neighborhoods such as Japantown, the Bay Area, Santana Row and Little Portugal. Connect with our helpful concierge team to discover the top cooking classes near you.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Jose
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.