Vegetarian cooking classes in San Jose will whisk you away from meat without a care, with 12 hands-on culinary classes to explore. San Jose has a vibrant and innovative vegetarian food scene, so try some of it for yourself. Expand your recipe repertoire with meat-free plates that please all palates and lifestyles. Whether you’re looking for a vegetarian party or a way to test a new regimen, you'll find an experience you’ll love. With an average rating of 5.0, you can book with confidence. Book today.
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What to expect in a Vegetarian cooking class in San Jose
Vegetarian cooking classes in San Jose on Cozymeal are hands-on, beginner-friendly and designed to help guests learn, cook and dine with confidence.
Step-by-step guidance from a local chef
Most classes last 2 to 3 hours
Learn flavorful vegetarian recipes and practical cooking techniques
All ingredients and equipment included
Available as public or private classes
Hosted at the chef's place or your place
End the experience by enjoying what you prepared
WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE VEGETARIAN COOKING CLASSES IN SAN JOSE
Adnan s.
Booked the class
The Best Vegan Biryani Ever
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
amazing kind chef. what is truly great here is that you learn basics that apply to everything.
Naomi B.
Booked the class
The Best Vegan Biryani Ever
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Wow--we made Vegetable Biryani (easily made vegan) which was amazing. We accompanied it with tandoori potatoes and halwa for dessert. Chef Parsati was so welcoming and encouraging, talking fast and working at the same time in her well-stocked kitchen. My son gave me the gift of the cooking class for my birthday and I brought a friend. I bought a spice box from Chef Parsati so I could make this festive meal at home. So excited. What a fun adventure. Highly recommend to all.
Kit A.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Thank you so much, Chef Parsati!
This was a phenomenal birthday present! We learned to make INCREDIBLE, accessible, delicious vegan food that we will absolutely be making again in our own home. Chef Parsati is brilliant and was fantastic at explaining what and why she was doing. She allowed the class to be hands on and was kind enough to answer all of our questions about techniques and Indian cooking in general. She was incredibly mindful and attentive to ingredients used especially given our food restrictions. Her home was beautiful and absolutely spotless, and she made us feel so welcomed in her space. We are looking forward to booking another cooking class with her in the future!
James L.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Cooking Adventure
with Chef Roddy
in San Jose (Campbell)
Oscar, our chef and Oscar his sou chef were ready and waiting for us as we were the only couple to enjoy the vegetarian class. They spent time, energy and knowledge with us in an intimate, personable and patient manner and setting. It was great! We learned, tasted and sipped our way through our time and then enjoyed the meal they and we had prepared. We left with well packed extras and great memories.
Quin C.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
My mom and I had a great time! Chef Parsati was friendly and accommodating and clearly loves cooking and teaching. The meals were delicious and not intimidating at all. We look forward to cooking more Indian food at home.
Will D.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati's skill in cooking and teaching is only matched by her enthusiasm. The entire experience was wonderful from learning new cooking techniques, to the conversation, and of course the food was incredible. She has a wealth of knowledge both in how to make excellent food, but also how to cook in an accessible, healthy way. I'd recommend her classes to anyone looking for a great cooking class and overall experience!
Melissa a.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Thanks Chef Parsati for giving us a wonderful experience for my birthday! Excited to try cooking more curries in the future.
Samuel S.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was professional, informative, and a joy to cook with. Would recommend!
David F.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
I only wish we had triple the time. So much she has to teach and so many stories!
Katarina P.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was wonderful. She is very sweet and knowledgeable, and made us feel at home and confident in the kitchen. Such a great experience!
Valéry N.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
My partner and I had the most lovely afternoon cooking with Chef Parsati. I never cook and felt very welcome, learned a tons, and she made me want to start cooking! Highly recommending her class!
Heather R.
Booked the class
Italian Dough Workshop
with Chef Libby
in San Jose (Naglee Park)
Thank you Libby for a fun educational night
Chassagne Y.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
It was our first time to take a cooking class and we really enjoyed it. Chef Parsati was warm and welcoming, and gave practical tips that are helpful for home cooking. The class was fun and the food was delicious!
Steven M.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati did a great job of explaining the principles while we cooked. We participated in making 5 different dishes and they were all delicious. We're looking forward to trying ourselves at home!
Kaylee W.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
We had a wonderful time learning from and cooking with Chef Parsati! She is so kind, welcoming and truly a wealth of knowledge. We learned so much about different spices and proper food preparation. The food we made was absolutely delicious and the class was so much fun! Chef Parsati brings so much energy to her class and all her years of experience really shine through. I would definitely recommend her classes to others and plan to take another class from her soon!
Laura V.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati is wonderful! I booked her class as a gift for my boyfriend. The class was just us and another couple, which was the perfect size to do a lot ourselves while also having time to watch, listen, and absorb everything she was teaching us. She clearly knows a lot about Indian cooking, and cooking in general, and was an excellent host. Definitely recommend anything she is teaching!
Kelsey W.
Booked the class
Italian Dough Workshop
with Chef Libby
in San Jose (Naglee Park)
Chef Libby was a great teacher! She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions very happily. We learned so much and would happily take another class of hers. We're already looking into trying the sushi class :)
Nathan L.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
If you are a first time Chef or an experienced one, look no further than Chef Parsati. Not only did me and my date learn all about Indian cuisine, but we had a wonderful time with her as well. She talks super fast, but is incredibly knowledgeable and understanding to new cooks. She is also incredibly patient and I never felt that she was rushing us. Quite the opposite, I actually felt that she was more happy to share her craft with us, and I really couldn't be happier with the experience. The cauliflower dish we made was the best vegetarian dish I ever tasted and the lentils we made were to die for. Chef, thank you so much for making this night possible and I hope to come again soon!
Kaylie L.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Efficient cooking experience and delicious food
Jay A.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
I booked a private lesson with Chef Parsati, and she is AMAZING. The class was perfectly tailored to meet my needs. She really takes the time to listen and customize your learning experience to ensure you get the most out of it. I have learned so much from Chef Parsati. I highly, highly, highly recommend booking with her. She is a wealth of knowledge, and an incredible instructor! You will love her teachings.
Amir A.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
We attended Chef Parsati’s class to celebrate my wife’s birthday and loved it! We did a vegetarian Indian class and made delicious aloo gobi, pilau, dahl, and raita all from scratch. Parsati led a very hands-on class and gave us helpful tips for the dishes we were cooking as well as Indian cooking in general. Her pointers on spices and sauces were especially helpful. Her kitchen and dining area was comfortable and clean and she made us feel welcome and covid-safe. Would definitely recommend for people looking for a lovely evening and new recipes!
Jay A.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Absolutely WONDERFUL! I highly recommend taking one of Chef Parsati's classes! From the moment I arrived she was very quick to make me feel comfortable and right at home. We worked together to create one of the most delicious Indian meals I have ever had. Her knowledge and expertise were very evident from the get-go. She took the time to explain in detail all of the spices and ingredients to be used in our dishes, and also put a lot of care into teaching me the steps, in addition to sharing tons of tips and tricks for making the perfect dish every time. I must say, I have taken many cooking classes during my travels all around the world and Chef Parsati is top-notched! I will definitely be a repeat client! Thanks, Chef!
Shanshan Q.
Booked the class
Handmade Mediterranean
with Chef Ziva
in South Bay & Peninsula (South Los Altos)
It was a great experience learning from Chef Ziva! She is very informative, fun to talk to, we instantly felt it was a gathering with an old friend. The food that we learnt how to cook was amazingly good, and it was also easy to learn. Our team had a great time and everyone loved the food so much!
Raymond S.
Booked the class
Handmade Mediterranean
with Chef Ziva
in South Bay & Peninsula (South Los Altos)
Chef Ziva's class was very fun and informative. Our team felt very welcomed at her home and would definitely do another cooking class with her. Thank you Chef Ziva!
Guillaume R.
Booked the class
Handmade Mediterranean
with Chef Ziva
in South Bay & Peninsula (South Los Altos)
A great first cooking class experience. Everyone felt at ease right away. The food tasted great. Our group learned various cooking techniques that I will be trying at home, like how to poach eggs or make the bread.
Matt F.
Booked the class
Soba Noodles and Tempura
with Chef Motoko
Motoko was great! She was instructive, brought fresh materials from her own garden and introduced us to them, and was an all-around lovely person. The food was delicious too!
Melissa C.
Booked the class
Make Your Own Kimchi
with Chef Stacey
in San Jose (Broadway - Palmhaven)
Attending Chef Stacey's home for a cooking class is like walking into a magazine editorial- her space is absolutely AMAZING. From the kitchen to the patio to the garden, her place is the perfect space to host a cooking class. Chef Stacey is extremely passionate about healthy food and I learned so much from her. The lecture was very informative and the food was absolutely delicious.
Aimun K.
Booked the class
The Best Vegan Biryani Ever
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Fantastic class. Chef Parsati taught my wife and I how to make amazing vegan biryani in great detail. The class was a relaxed environment and we had so much fun. We went through every step of making biryani to understand why each step was taken. We also learned how to adapt the recipe at each of those steps depending on equipment, ingredients, and time available. At the end of the course, we had the best vegetarian biryani I have ever had, and my wife and I have the confidence to make this again at home.
Clay W.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Loved the food, loved the Chef. It was an awesome birthday gift and couldn’t be more happy with the experience!
Thank you
Rohit S.
Booked the class
The Best Vegan Biryani Ever
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Had such a great time cooking with Chef Parsati! She was great at guiding us while cooking while also taking time to answer our questions. Food was wonderful - the biryani was especially amazing though. There were so many amazing little details that went into it.
Alina W.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
I took Chef Parsati’s vegetarian Japanese cooking class with my niece, and we absolutely loved it! The class was hands-on, beautifully organized, and full of flavor. Chef Parsati made the experience approachable and fun for all ages — she even added a braised salmon dish just for my niece, which was such a thoughtful touch.
We learned so many great techniques, from sushi rolling to stir-frying perfect yakisoba noodles, and everything we made tasted incredible — especially the homemade unagi sauce and the silky green tea custard to finish. The atmosphere felt like a true izakaya experience, and Chef Parsati’s warmth and knowledge made it even more special.
Highly recommend this class for anyone looking to explore Japanese cooking — whether you’re a beginner, a vegetarian, or just looking for a memorable culinary experience to share with family!
sharon l.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
I had a wonderful afternoon cooking and learning from Chef Parsati. She is a wealth of knowledge, kindness and culinary expertise! I will most definitely take another class from Chef Parsati and will recommend her to my family and friends!
Orr D.
Booked the class
Vegan Currito Bowl
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Great teacher, delicious meal :)
Leslie J.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Our family went for a class for vegetarian comfort food and it was a great class. We made some delicious, healthy food that will be easy to incorporate into regular meals for our family. It was definitely worth taking the class.
Julieta B.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
We had a great time with Chef Parsati! Food was delicious, she made all steps easy to understand/follow, and she had a super welcoming/enthusiastic energy! We had a blast!
Neil B.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Had a wonderful cooking class with Chef Parsati making sushi rolls and yakisoba noodles! She was professional, kind, patient, and a masterful chef :)
Sara M.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
I had a vegetarian cooking class with Chef Parsati and it was amazing. She explained everything very detailed. She was very patient and kind. I recommend attending this class :)
Shail T.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was amazing! We went to cook with her on Valentine’s Day and she made the experience memorable. Her endearing way of describing the recipes and patience with us throughout the cooking process made the experience inclusive. We will certainly visit her again!
Kate C.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
This is a very fun, engaging and informative class! Chef Parsati has an impressive knowledge of cuisines and techniques and shares these in a practical way that the average home cook can use. She gave us a lot of useable information and went above and beyond to host a clean, yummy and fun experience. I will absolutely be taking other classes with her!
Kinto D.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was very welcoming and created a fun and tasty class! She was very accommodating and flexible and has a huge wealth of knowledge about food and cooking to share. Can't wait to try another one of her classes sometime
Sam B.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
From Henry, the 11yo birthday chef of honor: "Awesome food, great chef, learned a bunch of new skills and had a great time!".
Chef Parsati was a great host and teacher. This was the perfect learning and dining experience for my son's birthday. Thanks for having vegan hands on cooking options!
-Sam
Aaron D.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was an awesome teacher! She welcomed us to the class like we friends getting together to cook in the meal. All of the food was delicious and the way were taught the recipes allowed us to easily scale to different portion sizes as required. Would recommend any of her classes
Lisa Y.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
We had an excellent cooking class with Chef Parsati. She was welcoming and full of tips and knowledge. She has a lot of experience and it was cool to hear her background of all the places she has lived and learned the local cuisine. We look forward to making the dishes again for our family! Thank you.
Sofia B.
Booked the class
Vegan Indian Spread
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Chef Parsati was so kind, generous, and friendly. She made the class very inviting and informative, giving thoughtful tips and recommendations on how to cook at home. We enjoyed participating and learning, and of course trying the wonderful dishes at the end. This is a great experience!
Madhu S.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Loved chef Parsati! My husband and I enjoyed our class and learned some fun tricks to apply to our other meals too :)
Frank V.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
Great evening with Chef Parsati! She did an excellent job of helping us cook an incredibly delicious and healthy dinner. We learned a lot and really enjoyed the whole process!
She was also super helpful in providing us recipes for everything we cooked as well as helping us find some of the tools and spices needed.
Jennie L.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Indian Comfort Food
with Chef Parsati
in San Jose (Edenvale)
We had an enjoyable time with Chef Parsati. She's so knowledgeable and accomodating, and the food was delicious! She explained the significance of what we were cooking, and modified the recipes to fit the needs of our group without changing the recipes too much.
Skylar J.
Booked the class
Vegetarian Cooking Adventure
with Chef Roddy
in San Jose (Campbell)
Soooo much fun! We loved having the whole restaurant to ourselves to learn and eat after. Super fun, and way cooler than we expected being able to take pictures in our chefs hats and work with different chefs for our meal. We will definitely be back one day to try another menu!
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Why Guests Book San Jose Vegetarian Cooking Classes With Confidence
12 hands-on vegetarian cooking classes in San Jose led by local professional chefs
Vetted local chefs experienced in vegetarian cooking and step-by-step instruction
98 verified reviews from San Jose guests, with an average rating of 5.0
98% recommend Cozymeal on Google, Yelp & TripAdvisor
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