Italian Cooking Classes in La Jolla & Pacific Beach
Discover the tantalizing aromas and flavors of Italian cuisine, from authentic fare to traditional, gluten-free and more. With Italian cooking classes in La Jolla and Pacific Beach, you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of carefully-curated menus alongside experienced gourmet chefs that are passionate about teaching their craft. Learn in a welcoming and relaxed environment and then bring your new skills home to wow your guests. Be sure to book today!
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Tasting Northern Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover classic flavors and techniques from the northern regions of Italy. This immersive cooking class highlights hearty, rustic dishes popular across Italy’s north. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll practice time-honored techniques such as braising tender osso bucco and creating flavorful polenta...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Stuffed Pasta By Hand
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your pasta making skills by creating a selection of stuffed pastas. In this Italian inspired cooking class, you’ll be given step-by-step instructions to prepare your own fresh pasta dough, before rolling and shaping it ready for stuffing. Then, you’ll prepare an assortment of tasty fillings and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Master Seasonal Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the burst of flavor that comes from cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Learn how to unlock the best seasonal produce in this cooking class dedicated to fresh ingredients. Follow step-by-step instructions as you stuff tender chicken with fontina cheese and salty prosciutto and create a side dish of...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Home Cooked Gnocchi
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your pals by cooking them a steaming bowl of gnocchi and sauce from scratch. Discover how to make an absolute Italian classic at this cooking class dedicated to nothing but gnocchi. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll create a traditional version of gnocchi, along with varieties made with semolina and gnudi...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Everyday Gourmet Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Level up your kitchen skills in this hands-on session covering an assortment of cooking techniques. By the end of this cooking class, you’ll have expert knowledge of versatile kitchen techniques that will help you prepare any dish. Start the session by getting to grips with frying meat, carefully monitoring the...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Savor Italy Summertime Italian Celebration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make fresh pasta and more in this practical Italian cuisine session. Live the good life in this fun cooking class devoted to Italian classics. Start off by making fresh pasta dough, easier than you might think with pro tips from your chef tutor, and transform it into a rich and savory pasta dish with eggs, cheese and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Knead to Know European Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build your culinary skills repertoire with a session devoted to an everyday staple, bread. In this in-depth cooking class, you’ll be able to get a deep understanding of the fundamentals of bread making and practice a few of the hundreds of bread varieties from around the globe. Start off by mixing and shaping...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Cozy Flavors of Fall
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with a cooking class dedicated to early fall. In this essential skills building cooking class, you’ll pick up techniques for grilling, baking and sautéing as you marinate steak with fragrant basil and zesty orange and sear it to lick in moisture and taste. Then,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Teens Cooking Series
Spaghetti Spectacular - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Create a new family favorite in this Italian inspired family session. There’s no better fun than joining together to create something delicious, and that’s just what your family can do at this Italian cooking class. Working together, your gang will be shown how to make spaghetti with mini meatballs in a...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
CHEF’S PLACE
Pressure Cooking and Cast Iron Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build your kitchen confidence by learning to use two versatile pieces of kitchen equipment. This technique focussed cooking class will equip you with all of the skills you need to utilize a pressure cooker and a cast iron skillet, two vital bits of kits in every modern kitchen. Start by combining the two to make...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
CHEF’S PLACE
Pasta La Vista
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the secrets to making homemade pasta. Figure out the craft of homemade pasta and why it's worth the effort in this hands-on cooking class. You will learn essential pasta techniques—from mixing and rolling dough to cutting pappardelle noodles and filling ravioli. We’ll simmer a hearty Bolognese, put...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Fresh Mediterranean Flair
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Top Chef’s Guide to Italian Elegance. This cooking class teaches you the art of Italian cuisine, including crafting fresh pasta and creating a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Under the guidance of a top-rated chef, you'll learn to roast garlic, prepare a salad with greens, prosciutto, and vinaigrette, and roast...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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