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
Great for Groups of 10-25
Handmade Italian Pasta Workshop
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Unite your group over fresh handmade pasta, laughter and authentic Italian flavor. Gather your team for a fun, interactive team building activity centered around the heart of Italian cuisine — fresh pasta. Hosted by Chef Fabio in a welcoming venue, this hands-on experience encourages creativity, collaboration...
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Chef Fabio
San Diego (Marina)
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Refined Italian Pantry Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook Italian classics with a focus on technique over complexity. Stock up on Italian comfort classics in this hands-on cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). With guidance from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll make pepper-crusted pork chop with balsamic Cabernet sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano risotto and an...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Gourmet Vegan
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn how to make an elevated menu focused on plant-based ingredients with Chef Rachel. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Adina will guide you through preparing a three-course meal featuring hearty vegetables and vibrant herbs. From knife cuts to roasting, you will apply professional techniques to enhance your...
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Chef Adina
Downtown San Diego
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Learn to Roll Sushi - San Diego
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Race your crew to sushi glory in this high-energy showdown led by a sushi chef in San Diego. Get ready for a fast-paced, laugh-filled sushi-making competition your team won’t forget! In this fun team building activity in San Diego, you and your crew will slice, roll and creatively freestyle your way through a...
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Local Chef
San Diego
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StarHost
Great for Groups of 4-18
Handmade Thai Fare
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
This Thai-focused class features authentic dishes packed with superfoods and hearty flavors. In this hands-on team building activity with Chef Jordan, you and your fellows will learn to make Thai dishes using high-quality ingredients. You'll also learn tips for cooking Thai food and the techniques to make each dish...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Essential Culinary Skills - Knives
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Learn about a kitchen essential, the knife, in this educational and interactive cooking class. This hands-on cooking class is your introduction to knife skills. A master chef instructor will share proper knife usage with the class, including chopping, dicing and slicing, sharpening knives and general maintenance....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
Craft Pasta With Your Crew - San Diego
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Compete, create and carb-load in this fun pasta-making showdown led by a pasta chef in San Diego. Get ready for a high-energy pasta-making showdown your group will be talking about for weeks! In this lively team building activity in San Diego, you and your crew will mix, knead and shape fresh pasta dough before...
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Local Chef
San Diego
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Romantic Sushi Feast - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Turn an ordinary evening into a sushi bar date night. Make it a fun night out with this interactive sushi-inspired cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Chef Michael or a resident chef will guide you through grilled chicken yakitori with a yuzu and orange glaze, salmon crunch roll, vegetable tempura with dashi...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Everyday Bread Baking Basics
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bake classic breads while learning how to manage dough. Build confidence with bread baking in this fun cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll create whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes and flaky buttermilk biscuits, served with homemade...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Bright Spring Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to prepare a well-rounded spring supper. Plan an easy, feel-good dinner with this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Chef Michael or a resident chef will guide you through grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing, pretzel rolls with whipped goat...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make a Bright Spring Celebration Spread
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to balance bold flavors with fresh finishes. Plan a fun, food-forward evening with this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Chef Michael or a resident chef will guide you through lemon marinated lamb skewers with yogurt herb sauce, harissa glazed carrots, jeweled basmati rice pilaf and roasted...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Make a Rustic 40-Clove Garlic Chicken
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice cooking methods that deliver strong results every time. Make a showstopping meal feel easy in this cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, potato persillade and green beans with lemon and capers, then finish with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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