Cooking Classes in La Jolla & Pacific Beach
Best Cooking Classes in La Jolla & Pacific Beach for your next culinary journey
Perhaps the only factor that matches the majestic views of the ocean is the extraordinary variety of eateries that one may find in La Jolla and Pacific Beach. Now you have the opportunity to prepare cuisine from around the world with expert chefs that are passionate about their craft. Discover your inner chef by booking one of many incredible cooking classes in La Jolla and Pacific Beach to ensure your seat at the chef’s table!
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Gourmet Modern Japanese Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Try your hand at crafting a Japanese street food favorite, courtesy of Chef Aaron. Learn how to create a handful of Japanese cuisine favorites, including okonomiyaki, a savory pancake commonly topped with cabbage or grilled meats. Chef Aaron will also teach you smart techniques to make three more classic...
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Chef Aaron
Serving the La Jolla & Pacific Beach area
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French and Italian Fusion
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Laura will show you how to get the most out of cooking with wine. French and Italian cuisine rely heavily on wine for cooking. Whether for deglazing a pan to make a sauce, simmering for hours to add flavor or a splash over fruit, wine is central to southern European fare.
The class starts with an asparagus...
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Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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Plant-Based Farm to Fork
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to prepare exquisite plant-based meals, and discover the health benefits within. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jordan has prepared an incredible four-course, plant-based menu for you to create using herbs, vegetables, citrus and produce from his very own culinary garden.
As you work your way...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Latin American Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Have the best date night, cooking and sharing a romantic experience with your partner. Bring the heat in this date night cooking class embracing Latin American flavors and ingredients! A trusted chef instructor will teach you about balancing heat with other flavors, grilling up a churrascaria-style steak, and sharing...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Healthy Fusion Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Craft flavorful, easy-to-master dishes using fresh ingredients and classic techniques. Join Chef Laura in this hands-on cooking class and learn to create a simple yet elegant meal featuring bold flavors. You'll explore how to combine fresh, seasonal ingredients with time-honored techniques to craft a...
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Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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Classic Italian Desserts
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to make an delectable assortment of customizable Italian desserts. This cooking class will teach you everything you need to know to make popular Italian desserts. Prepare these treats like a pro and customize your sweet creations with Chef ShaSha’s expert guidance.
First, you'll whip up creamy and rich...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the La Jolla & Pacific Beach area
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The Art of Homemade Pasta
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn the secrets to crafting pasta from scratch in this interactive class. Join Chef ShaSha for an informative and hands-on cooking class featuring stunning Italian dishes, including a homemade pasta. As you prepare each dish, you will learn professional chef tips and tricks for the kitchen.
Begin class by...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the La Jolla & Pacific Beach area
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Essential Culinary Skills - Knives
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn about a kitchen essential, the knife, in this educational and interactive cooking class. This hands-on cooking class is your introduction to knife skills. A master chef instructor will share proper knife usage with the class, including chopping, dicing and slicing, sharpening knives and general maintenance....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Flavors of Tuscany
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Get ready to explore the authentic flavors of Tuscany in this class with Chef Laura! In this hands-on class with Chef Laura, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Tuscan menu that showcases the beauty of fresh herbs and simple, traditionally used Tuscan ingredients.
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Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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Preparing Ravioli From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the art of making pillowy, cheesy ravioli from scratch. In this interactive cooking class led by Chef ShaSha, you will learn to make three delicious dishes straight out of Italy, including homemade ravioli.
Begin the class by slicing up garlic and tomatoes to layer onto crusty bread and make a beautiful...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the La Jolla & Pacific Beach area
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Magic of Marrakesh - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a romantic evening reminiscent of a dinner in Morocco with your special someone. Transport yourself and your partner to a restaurant in Marrakech with this engaging cooking class. You'll start with fresh salad of orange, mint and olives, followed by roasted chicken flavored with buttery caramelized onion and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Authentic Italian Pasta Making
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Join Chef Jordan in handcrafting a three-course authentic Italian meal from start to finish. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jordan will lead you on a journey through some of the most simple, yet awe-inspiring Italian classics — including fresh, homemade pasta.
You will begin with a refreshing Caprese salad...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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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.