Cooking Classes in San Diego
Best Cooking Classes in San Diego for your next culinary journey
There are many reasons why they call it America’s Finest City, not least of which is the line-up of delicious cooking classes in San Diego. Indeed, whether you’re in Carlsbad & Oceanside, Downtown, East San Diego or La Jolla & Pacific Beach, there are lots of culinary classes in San Diego nearby with which to satisfy your curiosity for cuisine. Are you in the mood to make fresh sushi? How about Italian pasta or French bistro-style dishes? Under the guidance of a world-class local chef, it’s all possible. No experience is required, just a love of great food and the desire to learn to cook it. If that sounds like you, then be sure to sign up for cooking courses in San Diego today!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Pasta-Making Date Night
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Spend your next date night learning the art of pasta-making in this hands-on class. Take your date out on a culinary adventure by working together to make authentic Italian pasta from scratch in this interactive cooking class. Chef ShaSha will be your guide as you navigate these delicious and exciting...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Taste the Essence of New Orleans
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover New Orleans flavors, from popcorn shrimp to gumbo and indulgent bananas foster dessert. Dive into the flavors of New Orleans with a hands-on cooking class. Prepare crispy popcorn shrimp with bloody mary aioli, bursting with bold flavors. Create a rich and savory chicken and sausage gumbo, a southern staple....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Bottomless Brunch
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Have fun while treating your palate to a delicious brunch with the guidance of Chef Stacy. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Stacy will guide you through a three-course brunch menu. Combine the best of New American and Italian cuisine into a delicious fare you'll be able to craft yourself.
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Chef Stacy D.
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Thai Cuisine Fundamentals
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Join Chef Jordan on an immersive culinary tour of Thailand! Cuisine in Thailand is the result of influences primarily from India and China, and is popular internationally for its unique range of flavor profiles that cater to a variety of preferences. Drawing heavily upon fresh ingredients from the earth, it has...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Provençal French Cuisine
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Discover classic French techniques with this regional menu inspired by the south of France. In this interactive cooking class, you'll join Chef Adina for an exploration of French cuisine highlighting the region of Provence. This rustic meal elevates classic ingredients with a traditional style of French cooking....
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Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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Master Wine Country Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of crafting exquisite wine country dishes with fresh, vibrant ingredients. Immerse yourself in a cooking class that captures the vibrant flavors of wine country cuisine. Learn to prepare Fillet with Red Wine and Shallot Sauce, accompanied by a Baby Spinach Salad with Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Pop-up Class
Sushi Rolling for First-Timers
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn sushi rice, slicing and rolling as you make a California roll and veggie roll. Build real sushi skills in this beginner-friendly cooking class with Chef Krong. You’ll start with the foundation of every great roll: perfectly seasoned sushi rice with the right sticky texture. Then, learn simple slicing...
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Chef Krong
Vista
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A Paella Culinary Journey
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Master a traditional Spanish meal featuring authentic paella Valenciana and Spanish almond cake. Take a flavorful trip through Spain in this hands-on cooking class highlighting the country’s most iconic dishes. Guided by a skilled Chef Jordan, you’ll prepare a three-course feast featuring paella Valenciana and...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Gourmet Vegan
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to make an elevated menu focused on plant-based ingredients with Chef Rachel. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Adina will guide you through preparing a three-course meal featuring hearty vegetables and vibrant herbs. From knife cuts to roasting, you will apply professional techniques to enhance your...
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Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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Crafting Irresistible French Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to bake croissants, from savory bacon delights to rich chocolate almond pastries. Immerse yourself in the art of French baking with a hands-on cooking class. Master the technique of crafting buttery croissant dough from scratch, the foundation of every perfect pastry. Create savory bacon and gruyère croissants,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Pop-up Class
Perfect Pad Thai Workshop
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Master classic pad Thai in this fun, hands-on cooking class with Chef Krong. Cook Thailand’s most iconic noodle dish in this fun, hands-on cooking class with Chef Krong. You’ll learn the essential techniques behind pad Thai, from prepping fresh ingredients to building the perfect balance of savory, bright and...
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Chef Krong
Vista
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Global Bread Baking Secrets
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Learn how to bake three essential breads, including pita, rye and banana. Knead, bake and taste your way through this hands-on bread-making cooking class, perfect for home bakers of all levels. Led by an esteemed baker Chef Jordan, you’ll prepare three sweet and savory bread recipes to create a cozy...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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