Beginner Cooking Classes in San Diego
In a stress-free and fun environment, gourmet chefs will inspire and delight you with a selection of succulent cuisine from around the world. Whether you have always dreamed of creating authentic Mexican tacos or want to surprise your guests with Belgian waffles made from scratch, there is no shortage of exciting dishes to explore. Book one of these San Diego beginner cooking classes today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-25
Handmade Italian Pasta Workshop
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Unite your group over fresh handmade pasta, laughter and authentic Italian flavor. Gather your team for a fun, interactive team building activity centered around the heart of Italian cuisine — fresh pasta. Hosted by Chef Fabio in a welcoming venue, this hands-on experience encourages creativity, collaboration and...
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Chef Fabio
San Diego (Marina)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Master Thai Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to create classic Thai dishes. Make delicious and authentic Thai dishes in this hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn how to balance fragrant ingredients to create delicious Thai flavors. The professional chef will teach you step-by-step how to cook Thai classics such as green curry and pad Thai. You'll...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Learn to Roll Sushi - San Diego
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Race your crew to sushi glory in this high-energy showdown led by a sushi chef in San Diego. Get ready for a fast-paced, laugh-filled sushi-making competition your team won’t forget! In this fun team building activity in San Diego, you and your crew will slice, roll and creatively freestyle your way through a sushi...
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Local Chef
San Diego
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 4-18
Handmade Thai Fare
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
This Thai-focused class features authentic dishes packed with superfoods and hearty flavors. In this hands-on team building activity with Chef Jordan, you and your fellows will learn to make Thai dishes using high-quality ingredients. You'll also learn tips for cooking Thai food and the techniques to make each dish...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Classic Paella for Beginners
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to make a flavorful paella in this cooking class. Cook an iconic Spanish feast in this hands-on cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Learn how to prepare classic seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella while mastering rice technique and proper heat control. You’ll also make a kale and Manchego...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Craft Pasta With Your Crew - San Diego
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Compete, create and carb-load in this fun pasta-making showdown led by a pasta chef in San Diego. Get ready for a high-energy pasta-making showdown your group will be talking about for weeks! In this lively team building activity in San Diego, you and your crew will mix, knead and shape fresh pasta dough before...
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Local Chef
San Diego
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Bistro-Style Southern French Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover seasonal Southern French flavors with seasonal classics. Explore French spring flavors in this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll roast chicken with herbs, prepare a bright vegetable salad and cook a fragrant rice pilaf. You’ll...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Make a Wholesome Surf and Turf Dinner - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook an elegant surf-and-turf meal for date night. Create a surf-and-turf inspired menu in this hands-on cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Cook grilled steak and shrimp with scallion pesto, char asparagus with chermoula and prepare lemon herb couscous from scratch. You’ll also mix a spicy citrus mocktail and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Baking Elegant Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to bake the perfect sweet treat for your special someone. In this 3-hour cooking class, you'll discover how to create delicious macarons, perfect for your mom, partner or yourself as a treat. From creating the batter to coloring, piping and baking, you'll learn all the skills needed to create delicate...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Parisian Dream - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a dinner that celebrates the City of Love with your significant other. A trip to Paris may not be possible but this date night cooking class is a great alternative. Led by a chef tutor, you and your sweetheart will learn how to make a romantic French bistro meal and have a lot of fun. You’ll start by perfectly...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Learn Modern French Techniques
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Gain confidence mastering elegant French classics. Learn classic techniques at the heart of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Prepare pan-roasted chicken breasts with white wine sauce, oven-roasted crispy potatoes and steamed artichokes served with homemade lemon aioli. Finish with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Refined Japanese Feast - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Craft a sophisticated Japanese-inspired dinner together for date night. Cook a Japanese bistro menu from scratch in this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll sear salmon, build flavorful garlic rice, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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