Beginner Cooking Classes in San Diego
In a stress-free and fun environment, gourmet chefs will inspire and delight you with a selection of succulent cuisine from around the world. Whether you have always dreamed of creating authentic Mexican tacos or want to surprise your guests with Belgian waffles made from scratch, there is no shortage of exciting dishes to explore. Book one of these San Diego beginner cooking classes today!
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Father's Day
Available Today
Outdoor Farm-to-Table Feast
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to grill a farm-to-table feast infused with island vibes in Chef Jordan's backyard. In this outdoor hands-on grilling class with Chef Jordan, you will learn how to prepare a gourmet three-course menu that fuses farm-to-table Californian cuisine with a touch of island flavor and flair.
Some of the recipes...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Italian Specialties
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Give your dining options an Old World spin with this sensational Italian spread. Bring authentic Italian flavor home with the help of Chef Fabio in this deluxe cooking class filled with a fine array of regional creations. It's your chance to learn time-honored techniques for turning out delicious dishes you'll be...
Verified Chef
Chef Fabio
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Sushi-Centered Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to craft and roll fresh, flavorful sushi rolls in this Asian inspired cooking class. Rolling sushi sometimes feels intimidating, but in this cooking class, you'll feel at ease with this process. This hands-on workshop is led by an experienced Chef Krong covering everything from selecting the freshest ingredients...
Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Refined Italian Classics
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Immerse yourself in the refined simplicity of classic Italian cuisine. This hands-on cooking class shines the spotlight on enduring comfort classics from the Italian kitchen. Chef Perez teaches timeless methods for preparing traditional recipes from scratch including handmade pasta, creamy sauces and dressings and an...
Verified Chef
Chef Perez
Serving the San Diego area
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Father's Day
Handmade Custom Pizza 101
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Delight in the process of making pizza completely from scratch. Settle in for the labor of love that is homemade pizza. With guidance from Chef Aaron, you will craft a balanced, Italian-inspired meal with pizza as the centerpiece.
Begin by layering heirloom tomatoes and mozzarella with basil and balsamic reduction...
Verified Chef
Chef Aaron
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Italian Cast Iron Pizza
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Have fun cooking pizza in a cast iron pan, along with crafting other Italian favorites. In this interactive cooking class, let Chef Jarrett teach you all about the spectacular world of creating pizza completely from scratch, a simple yet impressive feat you can share with family and friends.
Start your journey with...
Verified Chef
Chef Jarrett
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Teens Cooking Series
Explore Global Tastes - Teens' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$349
Cooking Class
$349
A week of exciting cooking challenges where teens develop essential kitchen techniques and creativity. Prepare your teen for a meaningful journey in this cooking class. They will get creative by making a menu from scratch while learning advanced techniques and safety skills from a top-rated chef. Teens will learn to...
Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE
Healthy Fusion Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Craft flavorful, easy-to-master dishes using fresh ingredients and classic techniques. Join Chef Laura in this hands-on cooking class and learn to create a simple yet elegant meal featuring bold flavors. You'll explore how to combine fresh, seasonal ingredients with time-honored techniques to craft a...
Verified Chef
Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Father's Day
Available Today
Authentic Italian Pasta Making
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Join Chef Jordan in handcrafting a three-course authentic Italian meal from start to finish. In this hands-on class, Chef Jordan will lead you on a journey through some of the most simple, yet awe-inspiring Italian classics — including fresh, homemade pasta.
You will begin with a refreshing Caprese salad...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Classic Italian Dining
$125
Cooking Class
$125
From starters to dessert, this charming collection of Italian dishes is a meal worth creating. There's a selection of hearty Italian specialties waiting for you in this exciting interactive cooking class. Chef Fabio enters the kitchen to share wisdom and demonstrate how to create your own fabulous Old World...
Verified Chef
Chef Fabio
Serving the San Diego area
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Vegetarian Taste of Thailand
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create a flavorful, vegetarian-friendly menu inspired by authentic Thai ingredients. Thai cuisine presents an ideal canvas for making vegetarian dishes with a bold, satisfying twist. Let Chef Krong be your guide through this interactive cooking class as she teaches you how to create Thai menu items that skip the meat...
Verified Chef
Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Available Today
Thai Cuisine Fundamentals
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Join Chef Jordan on an immersive culinary tour of Thailand! Cuisine in Thailand is the result of influences primarily from India and China, and is popular internationally for its unique range of flavor profiles that cater to a variety of preferences. Drawing heavily upon fresh ingredients from the earth, it has...
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in San Diego
10/09/2024
My family and I had the best time with Chef Supranee during our cooking class! She was so kind and welcoming and we immediately felt so comfortable talking and cooking with her! Thai food is something we have always wanted to learn how to cook and this class did not disappoint! We cooked 4 amazing dishes together and learned just how easy Thai food can be to make! All the food tasted incredible and I personally was obsessed with the panang curry! Don't hesitate to book a class with Chef Supranee! She is the best!!
03/16/2024
Aaron was so knowledgeable and friendly. He was flexible with our family's needs and went above and beyond to demonstrate and answer our questions.
03/02/2024
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.
08/04/2023
Such a fun class for our group of four. Chef Jordan was able to accommodate allergies in our group and modify the menu. Great ingredients. Perfect ratio of "work" and learning to socializing with our friends.

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Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.