Cooking Classes in San Diego
Best Cooking Classes in San Diego for your next culinary journey
There are many reasons why they call it America’s Finest City, not least of which is the line-up of delicious cooking classes in San Diego. Indeed, whether you’re in Carlsbad & Oceanside, Downtown, East San Diego or La Jolla & Pacific Beach, there are lots of culinary classes in San Diego nearby with which to satisfy your curiosity for cuisine. Are you in the mood to make fresh sushi? How about Italian pasta or French bistro-style dishes? Under the guidance of a world-class local chef, it’s all possible. No experience is required, just a love of great food and the desire to learn to cook it. If that sounds like you, then be sure to sign up for cooking courses in San Diego today!
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A Keto and Paleo Combination
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to create a versatile menu for your dietary needs with Chef Stacy. If you are following the ketogenic, paleo, or Whole30 diets, this is a cooking class that is perfect for you! Chef Stacy will show you how to create a menu that is totally customized just for you and one that will meet your needs and dietary...
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Chef Stacy D.
Serving the San Diego area
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Italian Romance: The Spell of Venus
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create a romantic Italian menu infused with aphrodisiac ingredients and Italian finesse. Celebrate love and connection in this interactive cooking class inspired by Venus, the Roman goddess of beauty and passion. Under the guidance of a five-star Chef Patti, you and your partner will explore techniques for crafting...
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Chef Patti
Serving the San Diego area
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Luxury Experience
Dream Team Dumplings
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Discover a tastier type of team bonding in this creative, competitive and dedicated-to-dumplings cooking class. Foodie teams who enjoy a challenge are sure to love this dedicated dumpling making team building activity. In fact, any group is sure to have a blast while learning from a renowned chef how to make, roll and...
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Chef Krong
Vista
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Pop-up Class
Luxury Experience
Pasta-Centered Group Challenge
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
A hands-on Italian pasta competition perfect for team bonding and flavorful fun. Bring your crew together for a high-energy team building activity that doubles as a friendly culinary competition. In this immersive experience, your group will go head-to-head to craft the best handmade Italian pasta dish from scratch....
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Chef Donna
Vista
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Flavors of the Yucatán
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Explore traditional ingredients and techniques from the Yucatán region of Mexico. This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the vibrant traditions of Mexican cuisine. Featuring signature dishes from the Yucatán, you’ll learn new skills while experiencing a taste of the region.
Guided by Chef Perez,...
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Chef Perez
Serving the San Diego area
CHEF’S PLACE
Delectable Chinese Dishes
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create a mouthwatering menu of your favorite Chinese dishes during this hands on class. This cooking class, led by the talented Chef Supranee is a celebration of your favorite Chinese dishes. Chef Supranee grew up in Thailand surrounded by a family of chefs, exploring the colorful cuisines of Thailand and China. Chef...
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Chef Supranee
San Diego (La Jolla)
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Essential Handmade Pan Bar Pizza
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Elevate pizza to another level by creating a staple pizza from the East Coast. in this interactive cooking class featuring Italian favorites, Chef Nicholas will introduce you to the proper techniques for cooking up a traditional crispy pan bar pizza. This pizza variation is characterized by being thin, buttery and...
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Chef Nicholas
Serving the San Diego area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Foundations of French Pastry
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn and practice the foundational techniques of classic French pastry with Chef Laura. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Laura will teach you traditional lessons from the art of French pastry. You will explore a variety of basic skills, from preparing flaky pastry dough to pâte à choux, the base dough for...
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Chef Laura
Carlsbad
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The Art of Risotto
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to prepare award-winning risotto that will wow your sense with Chef Max. In this cooking class, you’ll discover the secrets to perfect risotto with guidance from Chef Max, who was born and raised in Italy. Let him show you how to craft a gourmet Italian meal with bold flavors and authentic...
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Chef Max
San Diego (East Village)
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StarHost
The Complete Guide to Sushi Making
$125
Cooking Class
$125
From cooking the rice to learning artful plating, get ready to discover all things sushi. In this fully interactive hands-on class, you will learn the ins and outs of all things sushi with the incredibly talented Chef Stacy.
You will begin with the basics, such as deciphering how to select fish from trusted...
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Chef Stacy D.
Serving the San Diego area
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Harry Potter-Inspired Menu in San Diego
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Step into the Wizarding World and cook a menu worthy of Hogwarts’ Great Hall. This Harry Potter-inspired cooking class invites you to celebrate the season with a rustic menu fit for the Yule Ball at Hogwarts. Chef Patti, a master of magical cuisine, will guide you through each step, sharing tips and tricks...
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Chef Patti
Serving the San Diego area
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Refined Italian Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
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...
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Chef Perez
Serving the San Diego area
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