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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Wine Gastronomy - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of cooking with wine with tips from a gourmet chef. In this special cooking class, you'll learn techniques for enhancing the depth and complexity of a dish using wine. Guided by the chef, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll elevate steaks with decadent marsala pan sauce and balance the sweetness of roasted beets with cabernet...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Seasonal Transitions
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Capture the signature flavors of early fall while expanding your culinary skills. In this immersive cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn techniques for grilling, baking and more that maximize the flavors and textures in each dish. From searing citrus-herb marinated steak to making pastry for savory tomato tarts, the chef...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Modern Gourmet Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight your special someone with modern restaurant-quality dining. In this gourmet cooking class, you and your date will join an expert chef to craft an elegant modern menu. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn the steps for creating a showstopping pork Wellington to pair with roasted vegetables and tender farro. For dessert, the chef...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Farmers Market Steak Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate a simple steak dinner with fresh herbs and produce. In this seasonal cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll transform farmers market finds into a vibrant, satisfying meal. An expert chef teaches gourmet techniques to elevate a classic steak dinner. With tips from the instructor, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll roast garlic to make compound...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant Seasonal Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Become a baker extraordinaire with patisserie techniques for sophisticated macarons. This immersive cooking class is designed to help you master the art of the French macaron. Inspired by the season, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll create two flavors of cookies with guidance from an expert chef. YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll practice each step with tips...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Seasonal Recipes with WĐ“Ñ˜sthof
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create gourmet seasonal recipes using expertly crafted WĐ“Ñ˜sthof knives. This special cooking class is designed to enhance your knife skills while exploring cozy, seasonal flavors. Guided by the chef, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn how to choose the right knives and practice precision techniques for kitchen tasks from chopping...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Asian Inspirations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a flavor-packed menu inspired by ingredients and techniques from Asian cuisines. In this hands-on cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll master the balance of flavors and textures signature of Asian cooking styles. Guided by a world-class chef, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn to sautГ© shrimp and develop an umami-rich sauce. Boost...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Knife Work with WĐ“Ñ˜sthof
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice fundamental knife skills with premium WĐ“Ñ˜sthof knives. This skills-focused cooking class will have you slicing, dicing and chopping with the precision of a professional chef. With feedback from your chef instructor, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll master quick, efficient food prep and build confidence in the kitchen as you...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Parisian Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Capture the romance of Parisian dining with a handcrafted French menu. In this gourmet cooking class, you'll create cherished memories while preparing an elegant French feast with your special someone. Guided by an expert chef, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn to sear scallops to pair with fragrant beurre blanc and layer tender...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Croissant Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn essential methods for crafting sweet and savory croissants. This hands-on cooking class focuses on fundamental techniques for creating traditional croissants. Guided by an expert chef, you will practice the steps for preparing laminated dough and improve your skills in rolling, shaping and proofing. During this...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Dreamy Chocolate Desserts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a decadent trio of chocolate treats with tips from an expert chef. In this cooking class for chocolate lovers, tap into your inner pastry chef to create handmade chocolate delights. A world-class instructor teaches you how to infuse ganache with espresso and amaretto to make indulgent truffles. Then, coat...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
CHEF’S PLACE
Chef's Anniversary Extravaganza
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate 52 years with a gourmet menu of chef favorites. In this special cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn to create an upscale feast of classic French dishes. An expert chef teaches traditional methods and restaurant tricks for crafting luxurious steak au poivre, indulgent pommes anna and delicate chocolate crepes...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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