San Diego (Hillcrest)
4.9
(31 reviews)

Chef Yapo

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Chef Yapo
Verified chef
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31 Reviews
Chef Yapo graduated from San Diego Culinary Institute and quickly learned that he loved talking about food with the customers more than working in the restaurant, so he started working for people directly with local and organic foods in 2009. Chef Yapo enjoys handmade pasta, unique flavors and global fusion flavors, and is very passionate about no-food-waste-cooking and teaching others how to do it.
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Vibrant Caribbean Island Flavors - Date Night

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring Caribbean-inspired dishes to life in this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll grill jerk chicken, toss a fresh avocado salad with guava lime vinaigrette and fry tostones served with garlic mojo sauce. End the evening with coconut flan...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
4.2
71 Reviews
Carlsbad
Next Date: Fri, Jun 12th at 7:00PM & other times
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Father's Day Favorite

Italian Specialties

$139
Cooking Class
$139
Give your dining options an Old World spin with this sensational Italian spread. Bring authentic Italian flavor home with the help of Chef Fabio in this deluxe cooking class filled with a fine array of regional creations. It's your chance to learn time-honored techniques for turning out delicious dishes you'll be...
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Chef Fabio
4.9
9 Reviews
Downtown San Diego
Next Date: Sat, Jun 13th at 6:00PM & other times
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Father's Day Favorite

Classic Pasta for Kids

$149
Cooking Class
$149
Chef Jordan will teach kids all about pasta-making foundations in this fun class. In this interactive cooking class designed for kids, the chef will teach fundamental kitchen skills, including the art of pasta making, while creating a classic spaghetti dinner. The kids will first bake crunchy and cheesy garlic...
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Chef Jordan W.
4.9
212 Reviews
Julian
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 9:00AM & other times
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Father's Day Favorite

Tropical Caribbean BBQ

$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Sit back, relax and enjoy a gourmet menu filled with fresh and vibrant tropical flavors. During this private chef meal, Chef Jordan will prepare for you a tropical three-course menu featuring Caribbean-inspired recipes and a blend of both familiar and exotic ingredients. Some of the dishes you can look forward...
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Chef Jordan W.
4.9
212 Reviews
East San Diego
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th & other times
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Seaside Soirée

$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Delight in a custom culinary journey inspired by the bounty of the sea. In this gourmet private chef meal, Chef Adina showcases fresh, coastal ingredients expertly crafted into an elevated menu. Personalize your group’s seafood feast with luxurious options across three courses. Start with a choice of crab...
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Chef Adina
4.8
37 Reviews
Downtown San Diego
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th & other times
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Home Hibachi Feast

$60 each
Hibachi Catering
$60
Savor an exciting dining moment with this traditional Japanese menu. The fun of interactive hibachi cookery comes to you in this exhilarating private chef meal from Chef Adam. Enjoy a blend of proteins, fried rice and fresh vegetables prepared to your liking, plus a refreshing side salad and even sake for adult...
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Chef Adam or Local Hibachi Chef
5.0
6 Reviews
Downtown San Diego
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th & other times
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Iconic Eats in San Diego

$89
Food Tour
$89
On this Sunday food tour, mouthwatering California favorites await you in this charming coastal town. Make your weekend memorable with a Sunday food tour through San Diego’s rich culinary landscape, where cultural traditions meet coastal innovation. Taste beloved local dishes while exploring vibrant...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
5.0
6 Reviews
San Diego (Gaslamp Quarter)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 11:00AM & other times
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Exploring The Gaslamp Quarter

$95
Food Tour
$95
Explore the delicious heritage found in one of San Diego's most historic quarter. Light up for this food tour in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter and embark on a tantalizing trek lined with flavor galore. With Guide Magda and her exceptional team at the helm, you'll head straight for the good stuff while exploring the...
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Guide Magda or Local Guide
5.0
1 Review
San Diego (Gaslamp Quarter)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 2:00PM & other times
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Tasting Little Italy

$95
Food Tour
$95
This historic enclave holds big excitement for food-forward visitors to dig into. Old World character is your North star in a food tour in San Diego's delightful Little Italy. Let Guide Magda and her stellar crew escort you to the most special spots in this lively Southern California enclave. Carve out some time...
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Guide Magda or Local Guide
5.0
1 Review
San Diego (Little Italy)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 3:00PM & other times
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Great for Groups of 4-18

The Essence of French Cooking

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Working as a team is the best way to emphasize the essence of French cooking. In this hands-on team building activity, Chef Jordan W. demonstrates the techniques needed to draw out the essence of French cuisine with your colleagues. Rekindle team spirit as well as deepen your connection with food. You and your team...
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Chef Jordan W.
4.9
212 Reviews
Julian
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 9:00AM & other times
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Great for Groups of 10-25

Spanish Paella Showcase

$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Bring your team together to cook, connect and celebrate savoring Spain’s most iconic dish. Treat your team to an unforgettable culinary experience with Chef Fabio in this immersive team building activity. The session blends teamwork, flavor and fun as your group explores the vibrant culture and traditions behind...
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Chef Fabio
4.9
9 Reviews
San Diego (Marina)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th at 6:00PM & other times
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Great for Groups of 5-100

Handmade Sushi Rolls

$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Work as a team to create a colorful, handmade sushi feast with Chef Krong. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will join your team at your venue to create colorful sushi from scratch. The chef will guide your team while practicing the techniques to fill and shape beautiful, handmade sushi rolls....
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Chef Krong
5.0
66 Reviews
Huntington Beach
Next Date: Mon, Jun 15th at 6:00PM & other times
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Making Macaron Magic

$49/Person
Online Cooking Class
$49/Person
Try your hand at turning out a chic and delicious French favorite dessert. Dazzle your friends with the homemade macarons you'll create in this interactive online cooking class. Chef Stacey provides everything you need to conjure up a collection of salted caramel chocolate macarons with all the charm and flair of a...
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Chef Stacey
5.0
100 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Fri, Jun 12th, 3:30pm PT/6:30pm ET & other times
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Authentic Italian Pasta From Scratch

$59/Person
Online Cooking Class
$59/Person
Create a classic Italian meal featuring scratch-made pasta with Chef Carlos. In this interactive online pasta-making class, you'll learn how to make simple pasta dough completely from scratch using only three ingredients. As you cook together, Chef Carlos — who will be teaching live from Spain — will guide you in...
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Chef Carlos
4.9
313 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Fri, Jun 12th, 2:00pm PT/5:00pm ET & other times
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The Venezuelan Kitchen: Arepas Three Ways

$59/Person
Online Cooking Class
$59/Person
Learn to make authentic Venezuelan arepas and three traditional fillings live online. Discover the soul of Venezuelan home cooking in this online cooking class led by a top-rated culinary expert with a deep passion for authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Arepas are a cornerstone of Venezuelan culture – eaten morning,...
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Chef Sharon
4.9
85 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Sun, Jun 14th, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times
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San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare 2 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare 3 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare 4 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare 5 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 15-20

Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Discover what happens when you combine Southeast Asian and South of the Border flavor profiles. In this hands-on team building cooking class with Chef Yapo, you will use a bounty of fresh, high-quality ingredients to build a gourmet menu that fuses popular Asian and Mexican recipes and flavors. Chef Yapo will begin...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
San Diego (Hillcrest)
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San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner 2 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner 3 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner 4 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner 5 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Ravioli Dinner 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 15-20

Handmade Ravioli Dinner

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Prepare ravioli from scratch alongside your team in this pasta-making class with Chef Yapo. From homemade ravioli to rich bolognese sauce to hazelnut-studded brownies, prepare your team for an exquisite ravioli dinner in this interactive team building class. Begin by creating a plan with Chef Yapo to complete all...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
San Diego (Hillcrest)
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San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi 2 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi 3 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi 4 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi 5 slide San Diego Team Building Activity: Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 15-20

Handmade Gnocchi and Gnudi

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Gather your team and prepare handmade pasta together in this Italian cooking class. In this interactive pasta-making team building class with Chef Yapo, your team will learn how to make gnocchi and gnudi from scratch, as well as two sauces and fresh stracciatella gelato. Using authentic Italian cooking techniques,...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
San Diego (Hillcrest)
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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Yapo THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

San Diego Private Chef Meal: Gourmet Ravioli San Diego Private Chef Meal: Gourmet Ravioli 2 slide
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Gourmet Ravioli

$59
Private Chef Meal
$59
Choose between various homemade fillings and sauces to create the ravioli dinner of your dreams. During this private chef meal, Chef Yapo will prepare for you a mix-and-match ravioli meal made completely from scratch with fresh, high-quality ingredients and a zero-waste ethos. Chef Yapo will begin with a...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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San Diego Private Chef Meal: Authentic Risotto San Diego Private Chef Meal: Authentic Risotto 2 slide
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Authentic Risotto

$79
Private Chef Meal
$79
Relax and enjoy as Chef Yapo prepares a luxurious risotto dinner worthy of date night. During this private chef meal, Chef Yapo will prepare for you a gourmet three-course dinner menu perfect for a romantic date night in. After indulging in a butter-poached shrimp appetizer, you will have the opportunity to...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup 2 slide San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup 3 slide San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup 4 slide San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup 5 slide San Diego Private Chef Meal: Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup 6 slide
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Bohemian Hawaiian Picnic Fare and Setup

$225
Private Chef Meal
$225
Indulge in a tropical feast via picnic landscape with Chef Yapo. Experience a unique way to dine with Chef Yapo as you enjoy an array of Hawaiian dishes complete with a custom picnic. This private chef meal comes complete with trendy seating and cushions, perfect for those Instagram shots! Across four courses,...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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Ravioli

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Handcraft a rustic Italian meal featuring ravioli as your main course. Expand your culinary repertoire by mastering the art of homemade ravioli in this classic Italian cooking class. Chef Yapo will guide you through creating a traditional three-course meal using fresh ingredients in each dish. The first course is a...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi 2 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi 3 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi 4 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi 5 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Gnudi & Gnocchi 6 slide
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Gnudi & Gnocchi

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a gourmet meal featuring homemade Italian dumplings. Add authentic Italian flare to your culinary repertoire by mastering the art of homemade gnudi and gnocchi. In this hands-on pasta-making class, Chef Yapo will guide you through cooking a three-course Italian meal filled with fresh ingredients and...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty 2 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty 3 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty 4 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty 5 slide San Diego Cooking Class: Ocean Bounty 6 slide
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Ocean Bounty

$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make homemade crab cakes, seared ahi tuna and more with Chef Yapo. Enjoy the fresh bounty of the ocean by handcrafting a four-course seafood feast. Chef Yapo will teach you tips and techniques for cooking luscious seafood fare that you can easily recreate at home. The first course is a kale Caesar...
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Chef Yapo
4.9
31 Reviews
La Jolla & Pacific Beach
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Chef Yapo's Overall Rating

4.9 / 5

Based on 31 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Yapo

Alyssa Ashmore .

Alyssa Ashmore

02/15/24
Awesome experience! The food was great, we learned a lot, and Chef Yapo was very friendly and informative!
02/15/24
David A.

David

02/15/24
Chef Yapo is great! He was so gracious with his time and even offered to walk my girlfriend and I through the entire process of the meal! We learned so much and are excited to do some more cooking on our own :)
02/15/24
Danielle C.

Danielle

01/25/24
Chef Yapo provided a great experience for my family! We bought the cooking class for my dad as a Christmas present because he loves cooking and being with family. He was extremely thorough. Brought all of the ingredients and everything that we needed. He provided us a lot of education about cooking and the ingredients. We never knew how much work it was to make ravioli but Chef Yapo made it easy! My dad and family loved the class! Thank you!!!
01/25/24