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Asian cooking classes in Downtown San Diego on Cozymeal are hands-on, beginner-friendly and designed to help guests learn, cook and dine with confidence.
Alexis Y.
Booked the class Sushi-Centered Feast with Chef Krong in Del Mar
Super fun experience making sushi with Chef Krong! She was incredibly attentive and took the time to clearly explain each step, which made the whole experience even better. She also took photos for us and was so thoughtful about giving us space to enjoy dinner together. She wrapped everything up quickly and left the kitchen tighty. I’d definitely recommend booking with your partner, friends, or even for a company event!
Ben S.
Booked the class Beginner-Friendly Sushi with Chef Paulo
We took the sushi class and learned how to do three types of rolls and hand rolls. Chef Paulo was super knowledgeable and approachable. It was a really fun experience learning how to cook the rice, cut the fish and other fillings, and learn how to roll them. We are all beginners and he helped make sure all of us were able to complete all of our rolls. I would absolutely recommend the class and chef Paulo personally
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in Del Mar
Such a fun girls’ night with Chef Adina! She was incredibly accommodating with my food allergy, which made the experience feel relaxed and personalized from the start. We made an amazing ahi dish together with my family, and the recipes were so approachable that we’ve already remade it at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable and interactive night!
Ellie Y.
Booked the class Vegan Sushi for All with Chef Paulo in San Diego (Downtown)
Chef Paulo was awesome!! He was spot on in teaching us the basic of sushi making so we can make a variety of sushi rolls in the future. And we got a bonus of learning to make a hand roll. He was also very flexible and responsive in working with us on the menu/fish options. 10 stars would highly recommend and do it again!
Rachel Hroncich .
Booked the class The Complete Guide to Sushi Making with Chef Stacy D. in Coronado
Chef Stacy was incredible! We had an amazing lesson on vegan sushi. Stacy was easy going and provided excellent instruction, and made the most of our small kitchen space (don't feel like you can't do this if you have a small kitchen- ours is tiny and she made it work effortlessly!). My fiance bought this as a birthday present and it was by far my favorite gift! Now we have the skills we need to make vegan sushi at home any time. Stacy is a delight. Thank you!!!
Rachel C.
Booked the class A Twist on Indian Favorites with Chef Adina in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Chef Rachel provided an exceptional cooking class experience! We thoroughly enjoyed her guidance and instruction throughout the session, as she came well-prepared with all the ingredients and even shared a bonus recipe utilizing items we had available. We highly recommend taking a class with her for an enjoyable culinary adventure.
P. G.
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in Carlsbad
Chef Rachel was very knowledge and showed us some great cooking tips!! The menu was delicious and enjoyed by all!
Booked the class Vegetarian Taste of Thailand with Chef Krong in San Diego (San Carlos)
Chef Krong was amazing to learn from! She came ready to hit the ground running, we were into prep and cooking in the first few minutes! She was incredibly warm and fun, and so easy to connect with. It felt more like cooking with a really talented and patient friend. The recipes were simple and delicious, and we feel confident we could make them again on our own with the techniques we picked up. It was also great to learn more about Thai ingredients we have been curious about!
heather .
Booked the class Thai Cooking 101 with Chef Krong
Chef Krong was amazing! She was so great at guiding us through the process and teaching us about each dish. Every dish we prepared was 10/10! And we had a lot of fun and laughs during the entire experience. Definitely recommend her!!
Franky G.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong
I hired Chef Krong for my fiancé as a Christmas gift and it was so much fun! She is very polite, funny, inclusive and makes you feel good about learning how to cook! Even if you have someone who doesn’t really cook, chef Krong walks you through the entire process with patience and makes you feel like you’re cooking with a friend. She cooked three courses including the Laab Gai, Moo Pad Prik Thai Dam, Gaeng Massaman Gai, and Thai Sticky Rice w/ Mango. EVERYTHING was delicious and fun to make! We appreciated how she answered questions along the way and offered alternatives/suggestions for future cooking. She gave us tips on where to buy future ingredients & introduced us to different sauces and seasonings. We are definitely planning to hire her again and invite friends/family to join. Thanks again Chef !
Jaci F.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong
Chef Krong was wonderful! I organized a surprise dinner for my fiancé for his birthday. Krong made it so easy, we learned a lot and the food was so yummy! I would love to take a class with Krong again in the future!
P. G.
Booked the class Pacific Rim Culinary Journey with Chef Andrew in Imperial Beach
We had a wonderful time! Chef Andrew was very friendly and welcoming! We learned some culinary tips/tricks and created a delicious meal.
Zach B.
Booked the class Pacific Rim Culinary Journey with Chef Andrew in Imperial Beach
Chef Andrew was incredibly polite and professional. He ensured we had a great experience the moment we stepped in the door. The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was intimate and the whole process was very thoughtful. We had a fun time and would recommend to a friend.
Elizabeth B.
Booked the class Korean American Fusion with Chef Andrew in Imperial Beach
Chef Andrew and his business partner Chef Barbara were outstanding. They made our anniversary so special, and we had a fantastic time learning Chef Andrew's beautiful recipes. Our evening was finished with fireside coffee service. We were unsure of what to expect from this experience, but we were so happy with the intimate and comfortable setting. For anyone that wants to try this, we would both highly recommend it. You won't be sorry.
Chris R.
Booked the class The Complete Guide to Sushi Making with Chef Stacy D.
Stacy was great! A super fun experience that we will remember for a long time. Wonderful food and company.
Tony E.
Booked the class Korean American Fusion with Chef Andrew in Imperial Beach
Chef Andrew strives to create a memorable and fun time, and he accomplishes that every step of the way. He takes his time to teach, and allows the customer to be hands on. One of the most enjoyable experiences of my life.
Booked the class The Complete Guide to Sushi Making with Chef Stacy D.
Stacy was amazing! from the moment she got in to my house i knew i made the right choice . beautiful person the food was super delicious!!! she make us feel like a king and queen . thank you for an amazing experience, i will definitely invite you again for any kind of events that we will have. thank you so much again!! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Kirsten F.
Booked the class Everything about Sushi with Chef Jeff R.
I cannot explain how much I loved his class. He's such a warm human being and is so PASSIONATE about what he does that it's infectious! I was making hand rolls, and laughing because I was actually doing it! I was actually making a sushi hand roll! What a great class and a GREAT teacher.
Booked the class Next Level Sushi Skills with Chef Zach in San Diego (College West)
I took my husband to the Next Level Sushi Class with Chef Zach and left feeling a bit disappointed. I will preface this with the fact that I’ve done many cooking classes so I’m comparing this experience to previous life ones. While we did learn a few things, there were many ways this class fell short. Intros. The Chef did not introduce himself or care to get to know anyone in the class. He mentioned it had been a long week… maybe that’s why he seemed apathetic. Description. The class description did not match the experience. While the description noted we’d be learning to garnish and create sauces for the sushi, none of that was done. This was essentially Chef Zach’s 101 sushi class repackaged and sold at a higher price - we paid $20/person more to eat crème brûlée at the end. Even that would have been okay if we had learned to make the Green Tea crème brûlée, as the description insinuated. Instead, he passed around pre-made vanilla crème brûlée. Location. Nobody in the class knew we’d be outside for this class and none of us were prepared with proper outerwear. It was freezing. A note from the Chef letting us know this was an outdoor location would have made a big difference. I would not participate in another class by Chef Zach. I was disappointed in the experience but grateful my husband found it enjoyable.
Hallie A.
Booked the class Beginner-Friendly Sushi with Chef Paulo
Sushi class was super fun and accessible! We learned a lot.
Toni G.
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in La Jolla
Chef Adina was GREAT! This was our first experience and we were very pleased with the service that she provided. Our meal was cooked to perfection and we also learned some new recipes. Thank you Chef Adina for a wonderful evening.
George C.
Booked the class Beginner-Friendly Sushi with Chef Paulo in San Diego (University Heights)
We had an amazing sushi cooking class with Chef Paulo. He helped us cook the rice, learn 4 different types of rolls, and even some history! We ended the night with our bellies full and a ton of leftovers.
Michael G.
Booked the class Beginner-Friendly Sushi with Chef Paulo
Great sushi class. Nice guy teaching a difficult subject.
Adam E.
Booked the class Sushi-Centered Feast with Chef Krong in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
Chef Krong was warm and friendly. Her helpful tips made it seem like making our own sushi at home was easier than we thought! More importantly, she was able to engage both kids and adults in our sushi experience. We strongly recommend her to anyone, and especially groups with kids.
Karen R.
Booked the class Vegetarian Taste of Thailand with Chef Krong in San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
We were happy to learn some tips to creating authentic tasting pad thai and green curry. Each dish we made was delicious. My only disappointment was I felt this experience was very rushed and quick because Chef Krong had another booking right after ours. I sensed she was distracted because of this. There was no time to take notes because she was moving us along at a very fast pace. Parts of this experience seemed like a blur to me.
Jarvis D.
Booked the class Vegetarian Taste of Thailand with Chef Krong in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Chef Krong is absolutely awesome—she made the whole experience so fun, informative, and effortless. She came to our home, brought everything needed, and guided us through an amazing Thai vegetarian menu that was full of flavor. The food was incredible, and we learned so much without ever feeling overwhelmed. Plus, she was so sweet and patient with our dog, which we really appreciated. Highly recommend!
Trevor L.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong in Vista
Chef Krong was amazing! She brought all the ingredients and plans as expected, was on time, and the food turned out great. Made for perfect valentines day because we had a great, intimate experience, delicious food, and no stressful preparation required. My wife and I both cook and we have experience in a range of cuisines. Chef Krong was great about swapping dishes we had already made allowing us to learn new recipes. The biggest standout for us was her descriptions of how to properly cut and use ingredients and demonstrations of the cues for what it looks like to move on to next steps. Would book again 100%.
JASON M.
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in San Diego (Linda Vista)
Great experience and a delicious meal!
Trenton J.
Booked the class Sushi-Centered Feast with Chef Krong in Fallbrook
Great Chef, very knowledgeable, very friendly. Enjoyed the class very much.
Nikki W.
Booked the class Discover Asian Cooking Techniques with Chef Jarrett in San Diego (Clairemont)
Delicious food, great instruction and tips, Chef Jarrett was delightful and I highly recommend him.
dominika k.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in Solana Beach
We had such a great time! Chef Aaron was fantastic & very knowledgeable. Food was delicious. Definitely recommend!
Lukas A.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron
Aaron was great! So kind and very knowledgeable. Loved to cook and learn with him.
Jason S.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in San Diego (Golden Hill)
We had a great time with Chef Aaron. He was friendly, informative, and most of all, helped us to prepare some delicious food!
Isabelle V.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in San Diego (Serra Mesa)
Chef Aaron was fantastic to work with! He was very patient when instructing and as we followed along to make our sushi and spring rolls. We’re looking forward to taking another class with him!
Kevin P.
Booked the class Southeast Asia Culinary Expedition with Chef Nicholas in San Diego (Clairemont)
Nicholas' food was excellent, and we really enjoyed the class!
Mahra W.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong in San Diego (Serra Mesa)
I booked this class to surprise my boyfriend and we both loved it! Chef Krong feels like a member of the family in your home. Her infectious personality only adds to the culinary delight that is the sensational 4 course meal. We can't wait to have her back!
Heather M.
Booked the class Discover Asian Cooking Techniques with Chef Jarrett in San Diego (Hillcrest)
This was such an amazing experience! I highly recommend Chef Jarrett. He made the whole thing fun and easy. The food was delicious, simple to make, and the portions were great. We even have leftovers. 10/10 would do this again. Chef Jarrett was the best.
Philip G.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in San Diego (San Carlos)
Chef Aaron was very patient with my wife and I (especially me when rolling the seaweed on the rice) as we went through the sushi process. He encouraged questions, and gave us great tips (recommended cutlery, where to source your fish). Would definitely use again.
Andres Aguirre .
Booked the class Discover Asian Cooking Techniques with Chef Jarrett in San Diego (Del Cerro)
Such an awesome experience! Can’t wait to do it again.
Mackenzie S.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in San Diego (Serra Mesa)
Highly recommend this cooking class. Chef Aaron was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. He was patient with my husband and I and willing to answer all of our questions. And the food was delicious!! Aaron brought high quality, seasonal ingredients that made the meal perfect. We will definitely be taking more classes with Aaron in the future.
Thomas U.
Booked the class Thai Cooking 101 with Chef Krong in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo)
Chef Krong is great! We learned so much and the food was delicious!
Chris S.
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in Carlsbad
Excellent Chef and great experience learning how to make fluffly soufflé pancakes. Highly recommend.
Anne H.
Booked the class The Art of Sushi Classics with Chef Aaron in San Diego (Linda Vista)
Chef Aaron was so personable and knowledgeable! He gave us the option of just watching or also following along, we decided to follow along! He was very patient with us and we had many laughs. Would HIGHLY recommend this for a date night/special occasion. Will definitely be a repeat customer.
Shafagh k.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong in San Diego (University City)
Great experience! Would definitely recommend!
Danielle V.
Booked the class Culinary Journey to Asia with Chef Adina in San Diego (Otay Mesa)
We had so much fun learning with Chef Rachel! We were so excited to try all the recipes she taught us during our class. We can’t wait to have another class with her again!
Mike F.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Chef Krong was punctual, organized, fun, and helped us make a beautiful meal. Everyone had a good time and she kept us busy the entire time. It was a great evening and will be a lovely memory for our party
bob a.
Booked the class Traditional Thai Staples with Chef Krong in San Diego (Sorrento Valley)
Chef Krong was joy to work with. Her knowledge of the ingredients, preparation, and technique is impressive. Chef Krong passed on some of her cooking secrets that took our session to a higher level. A wonderful experience. And the meal was fantastic. Already looking forward to working with the Chef Krong again. Bob and Anne Marie
Rebecca L.
Booked the class Thai Cooking 101 with Chef Krong in San Diego (Carmel Valley)
Fantastic class! Learned invaluable culinary skills
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