Beginner Cooking Classes in South Bay & Peninsula
Blossom from a beginner into a culinary expert when you train with knowledgeable, skilled local chefs at beginner cooking classes in South Bay and Peninsula. The warm, convivial cooking school atmosphere is the perfect place to pick up new cooking skills and techniques. Learn how to master simple, elegant recipes and create a luscious array of dishes under the tutelage of skilled chefs and culinary instructors. Prepare to elevate your cooking skills and begin to build your culinary repertoire when you book a class today.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Fresh Flavorful Tacos
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make delicious street-style tacos from scratch. In this interactive cooking class, an expert chef teaches you to build flavor-packed tacos from start to finish. Follow along with the instructor as you mix, press and cook handmade corn tortillas. Then, you’ll prepare zesty salsas and authentic fillings like...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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The Mastery of Spanish Fare
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Join a professional chef and transform authentic ingredients into traditional favorites. Learn how to make one of Spain’s most iconic dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Your expert chef will teach you new cooking skills as you make an incredible paella along with other Spanish favorites from scratch.
First,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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CHEF’S PLACE
Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to prepare a menu of fast weeknight meals that are furiously delicious! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to prepare four dinner entrées using fresh, high-quality ingredients and easy-to-master cooking techniques.
Chef Elham will begin by teaching you the basics of how to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Mexican Fiesta for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Kids will craft mouth-watering Mexican favorites for a feast that's sure to be a party. Little chefs will have fun creating a Mexican-inspired menu in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Parsati will guide your kids through four recipes that are perfect for any occasion from birthdays to family gatherings.
They'll...
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Verified Chef
Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mother's Day
Flavors of Thailand
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Thai cooking emphasises lightly prepared refreshing dishes with the balance of aromatics and spicy heat. Dive into the flavorful world of Thai cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging kitchen environment.
Cook through a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Karen
Serving the South Bay & Peninsula area
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Mother's Day
The Art of Pasta Making
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy a menu of iconic Italian flavors made from fresh and authentic ingredients. In this Italian-themed cooking class, you'll learn to make handcrafted pasta like a professional. Your expert chef will guide you through each step from mixing dough to perfectly plating dishes.
Begin by making a classic Caesar salad...
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Verified Chef
Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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Global Vegan Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Parsati showcases international spices and techniques to create a vibrant vegan menu. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Parsati teaches you how to create healthy, plant-based food enhanced with fragrant spices and flavorful dips and spreads. Draw inspiration from India and the Mediterranean to transform vegan...
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Verified Chef
Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Homemade Brunch
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Whip up watermelon salad, eggs Benedict and yogurt parfaits bursting with fresh flavors. This cooking class will show you the wonders of making a brunch menu ideal for any event or for satisfying hungry late risers. A passionate five-star chef will guide you in making a high-quality brunch at home with useful kitchen...
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Verified Chef
Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Flaky Fruity Danishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add exquisite Danishes to your pastry repertoire with these essential skills. In this chef-led cooking class, you’ll gain hands-on experience with laminated pastry, the base of flaky treats like croissants, palmiers and of course, Danishes. The chef walks you through folding and chilling the dough to create the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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The Art of Homemade Tamales
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master the techniques to make pillowy soft tamales from a world-class chef. Learn the history and time-honored methods behind the tamale in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Karen. See and taste for yourself the versatility of masa as you craft savory and sweet tamales.
Begin by making the classic combo of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Karen
Serving the South Bay & Peninsula area
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Fresh From the Hearth
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prove your baking skills with an array of humble yet hearty bakes. The soothing nature of simple bread turns this easy-going cooking class into a celebration of comfort food classics. With lessons in loaves like classic white, sweet and spicy cinnamon raisin and whole wheat country with olives and rosemary, your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF’S PLACE
Signature Latin Classics
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy a menu of featuring elevated Latin dishes made from authentic ingredients. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to make delightful dishes with a Latin flair. Your expert chef will guide you through honing new cooking techniques and heightening your kitchen skills.
First, hand-make creamy...
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Verified Chef
Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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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.