Cooking Classes in Sonoma
Best Cooking Classes in Sonoma for your next culinary journey
Good wine deserves great food, which is why you’ll find a host of incredible cooking classes in Sonoma to choose from. Known as the Wine Country Capital, the city’s dining scene is unsurprisingly upscale, and the selection of available culinary courses in Sonoma reflects this. Whether you’re exploring Sonoma Plaza outlying culinary spots like Kenwood and Glen Ellen, you’ll find classes offering everything from fresh Tuscan fare to authentic French cuisine. Each class is led by a friendly local chef, who’ll pace the class perfectly and provide you with every opportunity to learn exciting new skills. In other words, if you’re visiting wine country and are ready to level-up your cooking, be sure to book a cooking class in Sonoma.
CHEF’S PLACE
Sophisticated French Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a luxurious French dinner with seared scallops, pommes Anna, and poached pears. Set the mood with a cooking class, crafting a luxe French dinner to impress. Prepare seared scallops with champagne beurre blanc, pommes Anna, and haricots verts glazed in garlic parsley butter. End the evening with poached pears, a...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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Elegant Bread & Butter Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice core baking skills while creating delicious homemade breads. Bake and create from scratch in this fun cooking class in Santa Rosa. Guided by Chef Tina or a resident chef, you’ll make flavorful focaccia with roasted squash and sage, artisan-style French bread and homemade salted butter. You’ll...
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Santa Rosa
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Make Delicious Dumplings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook dumplings three different ways with guided practice. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Santa Rosa. Guided by Chef Tina or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping sauces to complete the...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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CHEF’S PLACE
Luscious Stuffed Pasta
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Add fabulous fillings to handmade pasta for dishes you'll adore. The fantastic stuffed pasta you'll create in this hands-on cooking class is a tribute to the heritage of Italian home cuisine. From a lesson in making simple yet timeless handcrafted pasta to preparing two luscious fillings featuring artichokes and...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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An Impressive French Spread
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make French cuisine from a five-star chef with interactive intruction. Dive into the hearty flavors of France with a French-inspired cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes from a top-notch professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new tips and tricks while cooking through a...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Italian Classics From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience hearty Italian cuisine filled with comfort and flavor. Join Chef Tina or one of the talented resident chefs in Santa Rosa for a cooking class celebrating the flavors of Italy. You’ll create a pescatarian-friendly menu starting with Tuscan garlic shrimp in a creamy sauce, paired with Parmesan polenta...
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Santa Rosa
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Holiday
Beef Wellington From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your holiday dinner decadent with a Beef Wellington. Join Chef Tina or one of the talented resident chefs in Santa Rosa for a holiday-inspired gourmet cooking class. You’ll master the iconic Beef Wellington, then elevate your sides with charred broccoli enhanced by Manchego, hazelnuts and honey. Round out...
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Santa Rosa
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Holiday
Homemade Holiday Cookies
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the delights of baking and decorating festive cookies this holiday season. Classic cookies join in on your family's festivities in this hands-on cooking class. Create a selection of whimsical bakes to fill treat trays and dessert tables. You'll make ginger-folk, watercolor sugar cookies, chewy coconut...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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Four-Course Feast of Tuscany
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dive into the flavors of Italy with a hands-on cooking class. Master the techniques behind creating traditional Italian dishes with an exciting cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star professional chef while having a blast. Gain new skills while cooking through a multi-course menu...
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Chef Tina or Resident Chef
Santa Rosa
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Christmas
Holiday Mini Cakes for Beginners
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring sweetness and style to your holiday with delightful mini cakes. Join Chef Tina or one of the talented resident chefs in Santa Rosa for a holiday cooking class filled with festive flavors and charming presentation. Bake mini chocolate bundt cakes with a luscious raspberry glaze and carrot bundt cakes finished...
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Santa Rosa
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Cook a Bright Breakfast - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Make breakfast dishes that encourage teamwork and creativity. Bring the whole family to this fun cooking class in Santa Rosa and learn how to make breakfast anytime. With help from Chef Tina or a resident chef, you’ll whip up cloud eggs, sweet and savory bacon, a golden Dutch baby with fresh fruit and smoothie...
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Santa Rosa
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Sushi Made Simple
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the intricate world of sushi making. Craft beautiful and delicious sushi rolls in an exciting sushi-making cooking class. You'll work alongside an expert chef who will teach you how to roll different types of sushi, introduce you to garnishing and encourage you to gain a deeper understanding of this...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Sonoma
How much do cooking classes in Sonoma cost?
Wine Country is a culinary paradise, offering a wide variety of cooking lessons that embrace the region's rich food culture and local ingredients. These hands-on experiences start at $59 per person and can exceed $100. The final cost is determined by the group size and cooking lessons selected. You’ll find detailed information about the menu, class duration, cost, and the chef’s expertise available on each course page. If you have any questions, please contact the concierge team to assist with bookings.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Explore the exceptional cooking courses taught in your area, designed for every skill level, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned chef looking to enhance your techniques. Led by expert chefs, these hands-on classes offer a fully immersive experience that will reignite your love for cooking and introduce you to new, exciting recipes. Celebrate special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or work promotions with an interactive culinary experience. Classes designed for singles, couples, and corporate team-building provide a fun way to bond and connect. For young aspiring chefs, kid-friendly and family-fun cooking classes create a safe and inspiring space for creativity to thrive, making cooking a delightful family activity.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Take your cooking to the next level with cooking experiences led by expert chefs who make learning fun. In each hands-on class, you’ll receive a brief introduction to essential culinary techniques before diving into cooking in small groups. Together, you’ll slice, braise, and flambé a multi-course menu, exploring everything from homemade pasta to perfectly balanced sushi rolls. After the meal is plated, it’s time to sit down with your fellow chefs and enjoy the delicious results. Whether you’re taking a singles class, there for date night, or with friends, these cooking experiences offer a memorable way to develop new skills and enjoy great food together.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Sonoma's dynamic food scene offers an array of cooking classes led by world-class chefs, making it the perfect destination to enhance your culinary skills. Dive into the best cooking classes in Italian, French, and contemporary American dishes, where you'll master techniques like braising, searing, and roasting, all while utilizing the finest local ingredients. Perfect your craft by making fresh pasta from scratch, rolling sushi, or baking rustic focaccia. Learn the secrets behind Wit and Wisdom’s duck fat potatoes and pan-seared seabass, or bring the family for a fun cooking session to create whimsical meatloaf cupcakes. Whether you're refining your skills or looking for a unique experience, there’s something to inspire you.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Tired of making the same recipes each week? Culinary classes are the perfect opportunity to enhance your meals and unlock new cooking skills. Whether you’re mastering the art of homemade pasta or perfecting sushi, you’ll gain hands-on experience with expert chefs guiding you through global cuisines, from Italian to Asian and seafood specialties. These intimate classes aren’t just about cooking. They’re about creating memories, meeting new people, reconnecting with friends, or bonding with coworkers in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. With each class, you’ll walk away with new recipes and the confidence to recreate restaurant-quality dishes that will impress everyone at your table.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Nestled in Wine Country, Sonoma’s proximity to the ocean ensures an abundance of locally sourced ingredients for the region’s top cooking classes. Led by world-class chefs, classes explore a variety of global cuisines, including Italian, French, and Asian. Specialty courses focus on mastering traditional techniques like pasta and sushi making, with a unique Californian twist, crafting homemade cavatappi with grilled zucchini and herbed ricotta – perfect for date night. Family-fun classes delight kids as they whip up their favorite Chinese takeout or yummy meatloaf cupcakes. Explore Spanish flavors with smoky paprika in authentic paella and tapas, ideal for a cocktail party. From chicken teriyaki to French soufflés, where do you want to begin?
Where do the classes take place?
An exciting culinary experience is around the corner whether you live Downtown, are vacationing in Boyes Hot Springs, or work near Agua Caliente. Cooking courses near you are held at the chef’s place, a premium venue that provides all of the cookware required for your multi-course menu. Each class page provides detailed information about the chef, including a map of where the class is located. Prefer to stay home? Book a private chef experience, and the chef will come to you. They will take care of everything, from sourcing the freshest local ingredients to cleaning up afterward, ensuring a memorable and delicious meal in the comfort of your kitchen.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Sonoma
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
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.