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Team Building Activity

Vibrant Plant-Based Farm-to-Table Feast

$145

Team Building Activity

$145

Join Chef Dirk for a vibrant and fun culinary team building experience like no other. In this hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Dirk, you and your team will learn how to prepare a colorful four-course menu that is built on the principles of a contemporary plant-based diet. You and your team will begin...

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Flavors of Beijing

$119

Cooking Class

$119

Explore the unique flavors of Chinese Shandong cuisine with Chef Wen. Immerse yourself in the traditions of this world-famous cuisine with Chef Wen as you learn how to craft traditional dishes brimming with flavor. Master the art of Chinese cooking as you work your way through four classic dishes. First, make a...

Next Date: Sun, Jan 19th at 1:00PM & other times

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Team Building Activity

Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

$149

Team Building Activity

$149

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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Next Date: Sun, Jan 19th at 6:00PM & other times

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Team Building Activity

Holiday Cookie Decorating Duel

$115

Team Building Activity

$115

Create a new tradition with your team through an immersive holiday cookie decorating event. Gather your group for this festive team building cookie-decorating event hosted on-site in your office as Chef Esh-Marie leads you through beautiful culinary decorating techniques and an exciting cookie board challenge. Your...

Next Date: Sun, Jan 19th at 7:00PM & other times

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Team Building Activity

Epic Guac-Off

$115

Team Building Activity

$115

Get to know your companions while making a fun and creative guacamole. Do something fun and different for team building activity and try our great guacamole challenge. Your hosts will provide all equipment in a pop-up kitchen equipped for 15 - 40 people. Put your guacamole-making skills to the test by working in...

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Next Date: Mon, Jan 20th at 11:15AM & other times

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Flavors of Thailand

$129

Cooking Class

$129

Thai cooking emphasises lightly prepared refreshing dishes with the balance of aromatics and spicy heat. Dive into the flavorful world of Thai cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging kitchen environment. Cook through a...

Next Date: Thu, Jan 23rd at 12:00PM & other times

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Vegan French Cooking Class

$125

Cooking Class

$125

Learn how to make classic French dishes with a vegan twist. Throughout this cooking class, you'll explore classic French cuisine under the guidance of a professional chef. French food isn’t normally associated with being vegan, so this unique cooking experience is perfect for those looking to explore this classic...

Next Date: Thu, Jan 23rd at 6:00PM & other times

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

Cameron L.

01/16/2025

Daniel hosted a fantastic class. The salad was inspired, hand-making the pasta was incredibly rewarding, and everything tasted fantastic. His loft is perfect for this type of event, and it was a treat to get to know Daniel over the course of the evening. I'd absolutely book with him again. Highly recommend!

Shikha A.

01/12/2025

My husband and I had a wonderful experience learning the art of NY style pizza making. Chef Daniel was a pleasure to work with and to learn from. We appreciated the small class size so we were able to ask plenty of questions. We look forward to doing more classes with Chef Daniel.

AV V.

01/10/2025

We have a wonderful time, learned so much about the food, the culture, and the technique, and enjoyed a delicious meal we were proud to have made. Chef Daniel is amazing and I hope to take more classes with him in the future.

Brooke P.

01/04/2025

We had a phenomenal experience with Chef Oumar. He was a thoughtful and patient teacher; we chose to be hands on and cooked together. He created a relaxed and fun atmosphere and we can’t wait to enjoy another experience with him!!!

Nadav J.

We had a wonderful meal with chef Parsati! Her home was very welcoming and she was super knowledgeable about the meal as welll as all of the health benefits! Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a tasty meal + a learning experience!

Lee Ann Payne .

12/30/2024

Great class! It was slightly unorganized at the start, but I believe it was because it was the last class right before a major holiday. I learned more in this class than in the other cooking classes in general. Well done!

Lee I.

12/28/2024

Non vegans can learn a great deal from Chef Parsati. My niece and I want to cook healthier dishes and this class is what we needed. Chef explains the vegan ingredients as recipes are assembled and followed up with sending an ingredient list after the class. Come learn and enjoy!

Christopher C.

12/23/2024

Class was Great. Food was good

Sanjeev M.

The class was excellent. Both in terms of how clear and easy to follow the instructions were, value for money and how well the recipes turned out. Yes, I know that in this age and times, you have plenty of resources to learn anything, especially cooking, but nothing beats the experience of doing it by yourself, handling the ingredients, mixing up things and creating an Instagram worthy, restaurant quality masterpiece. Chef Shameem (I hope I am not mixing up her name) was excellent with her clear instructions and also kept a watchful eye on everyone to make sure the fine line between a great creation and also-ran is not crossed. Overall experience: Great!

Angel R.

12/19/2024

WOW!!!! Where do I even begin… First, the class took place in the chefs private home which was incredibly warm and welcoming. The space was very clean and tidy, and chef was so welcoming and professional! The class itself began with a quick snack, compliments of the chef, which was tasty and set the tone for the rest of the time there! From there, we got right into the chopping and cooking, and I literally found myself jumping in place from the excitement of mixing and cooking. She was very clear and concise in her explanations, and very welcoming in our own style of cooking however that presented.. In her words, since I kept saying sorry for my terrible chopping skills, “There is no sorry in this class. You cook and have fun.. That’s all that matters.” I never for a moment felt rushed, or as if I was doing anything wrong. All questions were welcomed and answered, and of course, the food tasted absolutely amazing!! My partner and I were so pleased and so grateful for this wonderful experience, and will be returning for more classes! Thank you, Chef!!!

Gene C.

12/15/2024

Chef Polly was great! She took us through the ingredients, the preparation, and even the cultural significance of various dishes. There were techniques and ingredients that we will definitely be incorporating into our future meal prep.

Kinto D.

12/14/2024

Chef Parsati was very welcoming and created a fun and tasty class! She was very accommodating and flexible and has a huge wealth of knowledge about food and cooking to share. Can't wait to try another one of her classes sometime

Jade C.

12/08/2024

Chef Polly was amazing! She made cooking plant based Korean food feel very approachable and was very knowledgeable about the ingredients we used. The food was delicious - we’re already planning to make most of the dishes we cooked for a dinner party. In addition to teaching us helpful tips in the kitchen, Chef Polly was very personable.

Monica W.

11/29/2024

Me and my partner thoroughly enjoyed Chef Parsati's class. She was very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking, cultures and traveling and we spent a good amount of time getting to know each other. Her home was very warm and welcoming and we felt like we truly made a home-made meal because the chef made it seem so easy and healthy. Additionally, she offered tips on how to substitute some aspects of the meal as well as what cookware to use. Overall a lovely experience and would highly recommend to anyone!

Sam B.

11/23/2024

From Henry, the 11yo birthday chef of honor: "Awesome food, great chef, learned a bunch of new skills and had a great time!". Chef Parsati was a great host and teacher. This was the perfect learning and dining experience for my son's birthday. Thanks for having vegan hands on cooking options! -Sam

Taylor O.

11/18/2024

Chef Edmund is incredible! It was such a fun class and we felt like we left feeling like we could really walk away with the skills of doing this at home. He was so fun as well and made for a great date night...and the food at the end was incredible! Thank you!

Nishchay S.

11/16/2024

Maggie was such a fantastic teacher and made amazingly flavorful food for us! I don't usually expect delicious Vegan European food, but this surpassed all my expectations. My favorite dish of the night was the ratatouille with each flavor note standing out beautifully and paired perfectly with a simple baked potato topped with hollandaise sauce. Yum! The best part was that all the dishes being so simple and healthy, are easily replicable any other time at home. We definitely learned a lot and cannot recommend her enough! Truly a wonderful birthday surprise!

Aaron D.

11/10/2024

Chef Parsati was an awesome teacher! She welcomed us to the class like we friends getting together to cook in the meal. All of the food was delicious and the way were taught the recipes allowed us to easily scale to different portion sizes as required. Would recommend any of her classes

Elise B.

We loved Chef Maggie’s vegan French cooking class. Despite having taken other cooking classes in the past, we learned new knife skills techniques and facts related to the meal from Maggie. She’s a delight to be around and we had fun cooking with her. We particularly appreciated how she set us up for success: focusing our efforts on chopping and tasting for balance, while explaining her cooking technique along the way. The meal was absolutely delicious. We are excited to make it again with her instruction in mind.

Jillian S.

11/08/2024

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time with Chef Polly! Delicious food and really fun to make! Definitely going to try making this here at home!

Carol C.

11/04/2024

We had a great time learning to cook with Chef Polly. She was welcoming and fun while also providing detail instructions and helpful tips. I signed up for the class hoping to learn how to do the pleats for steamed buns and Chef Polly helped me achieve that!

Ronalie L.

Chef Andrea was an excellent instructor. I especially appreciated that after she would display how to pleat the siu mai and har gow skin, she came around each table to give assistance to those who needed help. Also, qwhen the har gow flour didn't work out, she was prepared for plan B. Her helpers also helped make the class run smooth. The class was fun!!!

Bruce P.

My friends and I had an amazing evening. Chef Maggie did an excellent job curating a unique dining experience. It was a great balance between learning, cooking, and socializing. She came prepared and quickly responded to questions leading up to the dinner. I would highly recommend Chef Maggie. She's awesome!

Kit A.

10/27/2024

Thank you so much, Chef Parsati! This was a phenomenal birthday present! We learned to make INCREDIBLE, accessible, delicious vegan food that we will absolutely be making again in our own home. Chef Parsati is brilliant and was fantastic at explaining what and why she was doing. She allowed the class to be hands on and was kind enough to answer all of our questions about techniques and Indian cooking in general. She was incredibly mindful and attentive to ingredients used especially given our food restrictions. Her home was beautiful and absolutely spotless, and she made us feel so welcomed in her space. We are looking forward to booking another cooking class with her in the future!

Kinsley L.

10/26/2024

I’ve never used CozyMeal before but I am so thankful I found Chef Parsati on CozyMeal. She is an extremely accommodating and knowledgeable chef. Even though Chef Parsati was busy on the day of my booking, she made sure to fit my girlfriend and I in for our class! We were also running late, and she made us feel so welcomed and comfortable at her place. The meals my girlfriend and I learned to cook were delicious and healthy. I would definitely take another class from Chef Parsati and recommend her to my friends and family.

Blaise A.

10/21/2024

Very Awesome & Informative

Daniela C.

10/20/2024

Chef Parsati provided an amazing culinary experience for my friends and I! She was incredibly accommodating and careful in handling our group’s allergies and dietary restrictions, and the learning experience was pleasant, creative, and informative! Highly recommended !

Tayler B.

10/19/2024

We had an awesome pizza lesson with Daniel! Thank you so much!!

Sara H.

My partner and I went to a cooking class at Chef Daniel’s and had such a lovely evening! Truly exceeded our expectations. Great vibes all around - relaxing, authentic, and fun. You could really sense his passion and deep knowledge of cooking. The dishes were delicious, and we both learned a lot while having a great time. I immediately wanted to book another class with him. Highly recommend!

Vania W.

10/17/2024

Chef Parsati was an amazing teacher. She is so knowledgeable and tailored the information to our cooking experience. She made Indian cooking and the usage of many spices feel approachable and replicable at home. The food was so delicious and we had so much fun.

Timothy L.

My team had a great time with Chef Parsati yesterday. She engaged everybody and was very thoughtful and attentive to everyone's preferences. The food was flavored and garnished to perfection.

Laura J.

10/15/2024

Chef Polly made us feel so welcome in her home and gave us lots of useful knowledge and tips. Food was delicious, of course. A lovely evening!

Minji Y.

10/06/2024

Chef Polly was super hospitable and knowledgeable. We had fun making plant based Korean food and got to eat it while there! She happily answered any questions while teaching us the cooking steps.

Lisa Y.

09/29/2024

We had an excellent cooking class with Chef Parsati. She was welcoming and full of tips and knowledge. She has a lot of experience and it was cool to hear her background of all the places she has lived and learned the local cuisine. We look forward to making the dishes again for our family! Thank you.

Sarah R.

Fun, informative, and the food out delicious. A few support staff were available in the kitchen, which made things easier.

Emily M.

09/28/2024

Chef Polly is an amazing teacher and host. We learned a lot about what we were cooking and had fun doing it. Everything was well prepared and the conversation was great.

Sofia B.

09/24/2024

Chef Parsati was so kind, generous, and friendly. She made the class very inviting and informative, giving thoughtful tips and recommendations on how to cook at home. We enjoyed participating and learning, and of course trying the wonderful dishes at the end. This is a great experience!

Hannah D.

09/23/2024

Chef Parsati was very accommodating with our dietary restrictions and scheduling (and rescheduling) of the class. The class was conducted in her home. We had a healthy menu with salmon steak, kale salad, and flourless fudge. She taught us how to substitute items and about the health benefits of a lot of ingredients. The food we made was so good! thank you!

Hakan B.

09/21/2024

Polly was an amazing host. This was better than anything I could have hoped for. We learned a lot, ate a lot and had plenty of awesome conversations about the Korean culture and food. Wholeheartedly recommend a class with Polly.

Anisha M.

09/08/2024

We had an absolutely amazing class with Chef Motti! I got this experience as a birthday gift for my husband and he said it was the coolest birthday gift! Chef Motti brought over such fresh ingredients and we had an incredible time making pizzas with him. He taught us so much in terms of making the dough, techniques for stretching it, how to properly place the pizzas in the oven, etc. Chef Motti was so kind and patient in answering any and all questions we had, and he was such a delight to spend time with. And to top it all off, the pizzas (and all the other food) were SO tasty!!! Some of the best pizza I've ever had. And we had plenty for leftovers! (He was also so efficient and thorough with all the clean-up after the cooking.) I would HIGHLY recommend this class, or any other experiences, with Chef Motti.

Sho G.

We had a really great experience with Chef Eddie at the dumpling making class. Eddie was super friendly and a great host for the evening. We had a lot of fun making the dumplings and Eddie was awesome about coming around to help give each of us tips on our technique as we went. Getting a feel for what the wrappers should feel like and how to pleat them was essential and it made us feel ready to recreate the dumplings at home. The dumplings turned out delicious and the braised pork that Eddie made for us was also delicious. Would highly recommend this class to others!

Jess K.

Chef Polly was fantastic! She far surpassed my expectations and we will definitely be going back! She was warm, welcoming, and taught us so much. Best date night!

Elise-Marie B.

09/07/2024

That class was nice and the food tasted great

Leo S.

09/03/2024

Chef Eddie was a very patient teacher. His teaching style was approachable and friendly. My girlfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment from making the dough to enjoying the delicious dumplings at the end.

Isabelle S.

09/02/2024

So much fun! My besties and I came in as a surprise birthday activity and it did not disappoint! Definitely would do this again. Thank you chef and team ☺️

Martina K.

08/24/2024

What a great experience. We loved our time at Chef Parsati's home and learned a lot about how to create a wonderful marinade for salmon and a vinegraitte for a kale salad. The blend of the spices were amazing. Thank you Chef Parsati.

Liz C.

08/20/2024

I love this class, Chef Mike was extremely helpful, patient and kind. I can't wait to take his next class for sauces!

Michelle V.

08/17/2024

My husband and I had an awesome time learning how to make bonchon with Chef Polly! This was our anniversary gift to each other instead of simply going out to eat. We can’t wait to take more of Chef Polly’s classes. She introduced us to new ingredients, recipes and techniques and we left her home confident we can do this at our home. Highly recommend!

Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

Best cooking classes in the Bay Area for your next culinary journey

Beginner's Guide to Gourmet Cuisine

Traditional Korean Cuisine

Perfecting Sushi Rolls

New York Style Pizza

Brain Food to Boost Your Mood

Vibrant Plant-Based Farm-to-Table Feast

Flavors of Beijing

Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

Holiday Cookie Decorating Duel

Epic Guac-Off

Flavors of Thailand

Vegan French Cooking Class

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