French Cooking Classes in the Bay Area
French food is an icon of difficult-to-learn cuisine. Every chef in culinary school learns to make the five mother sauces, and expert chefs on Cozymeal are presenting that opportunity to you. Whether you’re taking notes on the basics or re-seasoning your Le Creuset, skilled local chefs have something new to teach you. Come cook with the best French chefs in the Bay Area or schedule a private French fête.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Chocolate-Infused French Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate two staples of French patisserie: decadent chocolate and elegant macarons. This comprehensive cooking class explores the time-honored art of macaronage. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll master each step of the macaron-making process. Whip glossy meringue and delicately fold it into batter for crisp...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Tour de France
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Travel from Marseille to Paris with Chef Dirk in this fun culinary team building experience. In this hands-on team building experience with Chef Dirk, you and your team will learn how to prepare a three-course French menu that draws on ingredients, recipes, and techniques from various regions of France.
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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...
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Verified Chef
Chef Maggie
Serving the Bay Area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Crêpes & Soufflés
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Master two traditional French recipes during this fun, interactive culinary experience. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to prepare both sweet and savory crêpes and soufflés using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored French culinary techniques.
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classical French Finesse
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transform fresh ingredients into a luxurious meal with refined French techniques. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll practice time-honored methods from the gourmet kitchen while crafting an elegant, French-inspired menu. In this lesson, an expert chef teaches you how to pan-roast delicate white fish and hone...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Sophisticated French Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy creating an elegant French feast with Chef Dirk as your guide. In this hands-on class, Chef Dirk will teach you everything you need to know to create a sophisticated and impressive four-course French feast. You'll even learn how to classically set a spectacular dinner table in the fashion of a gourmet French...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sophisticated Steak Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn chef secrets for elevating a romantic steak night menu. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll enhance your culinary repertoire with techniques from a gourmet kitchen. An expert instructor shares tips for searing juicy steak and layering a classic gratin. Infuse butter with bourbon and shallots for a luxurious...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE
Flaky Buttery Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master essential techniques for crafting sweet and savory croissants. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll join an expert chef for a comprehensive lesson in the art of the croissant. The chef will guide you step by step as you practice laminating dough to achieve the signature flaky layers and buttery taste. Then,...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE
Signature French Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Showcase classic French ingredients and techniques in an elegant menu. This immersive cooking class transports you to a coastal French café with traditional aromas and flavors of French cuisine. Learn timeless methods for searing salmon and whisking hollandaise infused with saffron. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Heart-warming Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft cozy cool-season dishes inspired by Italy with your special someone. This hands-on cooking class highlights comforting recipes to keep you warm on chilly evenings as the seasons begin to change. Drawing from Italian traditions, an expert chef will teach you how to braise a hearty dish to serve with rich, velvety...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Seasonal French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace rustic, slow-cooked recipes and seasonal French charm in this comforting menu. This hands-on cooking class will have your ready for chilly evenings and the timeless aromas of the changing seasons. An expert chef teaches you how to prepare a hearty cassoulet and turn nutty brown butter into a vegetable side...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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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.