Beginner Cooking Classes in San Jose
Professional chefs love teaching San Jose’s fledgling cooks! Everyone started somewhere, and even the best chefs are no different. Many chefs say beginner cooking classes are their favorites. They remember sharpening their first knife, tying their first aprons strings and needing guidance just like you do. You’ll love becoming a chef. There’s no better way to learn to cook than with a professional! Book today for a flavorful first foray into cooking! Try a class today.
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Gnocchi Two Ways to Show Love
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating two delicious gnocchi from scratch, paired with simple, flavorful sauces. Celebrate Mother's Day with a hands-on Italian cooking class led by a charming Chef Elham. In this vibrant class, guests will learn the art of making handmade gnocchi from scratch, choosing between the...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Classic Naples Pizza From Scratch
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn Naples-inspired Italian menu cooking in this hands-on session. Explore the flavors of Naples in this interactive cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). With guidance from Chef Andrea or a resident chef, you’ll mix and bake classic Italian meatballs, stretch and top pizza dough and prepare a bright...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Cozy Homemade Brunch
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Whip up watermelon salad, eggs Benedict and yogurt parfaits bursting with fresh flavors. This cooking class will show you the wonders of making a brunch menu ideal for any event or for satisfying hungry late risers. A passionate five-star chef will guide you in making a high-quality brunch at home with useful kitchen...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Artisan Pizza 101
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the techniques to making perfect pizza that you'll love to recreate again and again. Get a group together for an evening of creativity and learning, with handcrafted pizza as the reward. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Karen will first guide you in kneading fresh dough before baking it to crispy...
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Chef Karen
Serving the San Jose area
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Craft Classic Pasta Three Ways
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create handmade pasta in three different forms in this fun cooking class. Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Prepare three distinct dishes, starting with lemon and arugula spaghettini with chile and pecorino, followed by orecchiette with spicy sausage,...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Knife Skills Mastery Class
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Discover the essentials of knife mastery, empowering you to become more confident in the kitchen. During this interactive cooking class, you'll focus on exploring the professional techniques of using the knife. Being one of the most fundamental tools, an expert chef will each you different cutting methods to get the...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Tropical Hawaiian Fare
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Get ready to explore the exotic and tropical flavors of Hawaii with Chef Parsati. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Hawaiian menu using both familiar and exotic ingredients as well as traditional recipes hailing from the islands.
To start, Chef Parsati...
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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Make a Wholesome Spring Meal
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore spring-inspired cooking in this hands-on experience. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Learn how to prepare herb-marinated steak topped with blue cheese butter, an asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps and perfectly roasted potatoes...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Cozy Classics From France
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create a French spring meal in this guided hands-on cooking experience. Explore springtime French flavors in this interactive cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). With guidance from Chef Andrea or a resident chef, you’ll grill steak, prepare a seasonal salad with mustard vinaigrette, bake a savory tarte Tatin...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Chinese Cuisine for Beginners
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover traditional Chinese fare. Embark on a culinary expedition to China in this Chinese-inspired cooking class. Learn new kitchen tips from an engaging five-star chef such as wok frying savory dishes and proper knife skills. Explore the complex flavors of traditional Chinese cooking in this hands-on culinary...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Springtime in France
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Experience the gourmet aura of a springtime French feast during this engaging cooking session. This hands-on cooking class transports you and your special someone to a cozy Parisian bistro. A gourmet chef instructor will help you create a meal featuring flavors inspired by spring. From fresh, seasonal vegetables to...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Rustic Bread Baking Basics
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to shape and bake bread properly. Learn the fundamentals of bread baking in this interactive cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Chef Andrea or a resident chef will guide you as you prepare whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes, flaky buttermilk biscuits and homemade honey...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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