Beginner Cooking Classes in Portland, OR
Those just starting out on their culinary scene can join a beginner cooking class in Portland, OR, where you'll start off with the basics and turn yourself into a fine chef by the time class is over. Learn how to use proper knife skills which can totally change your cooking game. Discover how to prepare the most outstanding dishes in a variety of cuisines. It is easier than you think when you have an expert chef leading the way!
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Discover the Art of Pasta
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn to make Caprese salad, handmade pesto pasta, roasted chicken and strawberry sorbet. Join this pasta-centered cooking class and learn to execute iconic Italian recipes with ease. It’s simpler than it seems to make fresh pasta when a world-class chef guides you through each step.
Begin with a classic...
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Chef Sarah I.
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Handmade Pasta With Pesto
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Make fresh pasta dough from scratch, then finish it with bright basil pesto sauce. Fresh pasta changes everything and Chef Jimmy makes it feel totally doable in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll start by mixing a simple blend of flour and eggs to create a classic dough you can use again and again.
Then,...
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Chef Jimmy
Portland
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The Essential Flavors of Japan
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Make miso soup, sushi rolls and tempura like a Japanese chef - stress-free, all flavor. Aspiring Japanese cuisine enthusiasts will love this immersive and hands-on cooking class. Led by a passionate Chef Sarah, it’s a lively culinary experience perfect for learning the fundamentals of authentic Japanese...
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Chef Sarah I.
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Handmade Tortellini & Ravioli Workshop
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Master stuffed pasta techniques while crafting tortellini and ravioli from scratch. Dive into the art of stuffed pasta in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Jimmy. You'll explore traditional Italian techniques as you craft two classic filled pastas completely from scratch, learning the secrets behind delicate...
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Chef Jimmy
Portland
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Taste of the Italian Countryside
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the authentic flavors of classic Italian cuisine. Discover the rustic flavors of the Italian countryside in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment.
Start with a spread of appetizers, including fresh Caprese salad...
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Chef Sarah I.
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Classic Dim Sum Dumplings
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Make hot water dough, fold meat and veggie dumplings, then mix a chili crunch dipping sauce. Skip the takeout line and learn how to make dim sum-style dumplings completely from scratch in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jimmy. You’ll start by mixing a classic hot water dough, then move into two flavorful...
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Chef Jimmy
Portland
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Crowd-Pleasing Game Day Bites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make delicious appetizers that will wow your guests this game day. In this exciting cooking class, you'll learn to make crowd-pleasing appetizers perfect for a game day. Explore bold flavors and creative techniques that will elevate your hosting game to the next level.
From a rich queso dip to crispy...
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Chef Itztli
Portland (Southeast Portland)
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Handmade Pasta Made Simple
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to make fresh pasta from scratch and pair it with a rich brown butter sauce. Discover how simple and rewarding homemade pasta can be in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sarah. Start by mixing flour, eggs, water and salt into a perfect dough, then master kneading and shaping techniques. Learn to cut various...
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Chef Sarah I.
Portland
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Coastal Mediterranean Showcase
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Take a culinary journey from the Greek seaside to the shores of North Africa. In this fun and engaging cooking class, you will immerse yourself in the wonder of summer in the Mediterranean way of the kabob. Under Chef Itztli's tutelage, you'll explore the traditional Mediterranean flavors in exciting and different...
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Chef Itztli
Portland (Southeast Portland)
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Make Traditional Sushi From Scratch
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to make sushi rolls by hand, including Philadelphia and spicy tuna rolls, in this class. Discover the art of sushi-making with Chef Sarah in this interactive cooking class. Begin by crafting traditional seasoned sushi rice and learn to spread it perfectly onto nori sheets. Assemble a rich Philadelphia roll with...
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Chef Sarah I.
Portland
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Italian Classics Today
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Explore how Chef Itztli re-imagine traditional Italian flavors into modern classics. This cooking class highlights regional ingredients and signature flavor combinations of Italian heritage. Guided by the experienced Chef Itztli, you’ll craft a contemporary menu inspired by classic Italian dishes and culinary...
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Chef Itztli
Portland (Southeast Portland)
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Modern Mexican Recipes
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Swim in the scrumptious flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine. Design traditional and beloved Mexican fare in this immersive cooking class. Elevate your knife skills and hone your ability to source fresh ingredients under the guidance of a world-class chef.
Begin your journey with a refreshing hibiscus lime agua...
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Chef Itztli
Portland (Southeast Portland)
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