Beginner Cooking Classes San Jose

Yichen S.

Booked the event Authentic Flavors of India with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We had such a wonderful time at Chef Parsatiâ€™s place! Canâ€™t wait to be back for more classes!

Julie L.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Thank yau, Chef Parsati, so much for your cooking class, weâ€™ve learned not only different kind of cooking but also learned the healthy way to cook as well. Both my daughter in law and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you!

Ame P.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Great evening with Chef Roddy and his team. The food was great. We had a good blend of helping to cook and also networking with our team. A wonderful night overall. I would highly suggest. We did the Paella cooking class and it was delicious and plenty of food for all 9 of us. Thank you Chef!'

Elizabeth R.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was a great teacher and amazing host! Her kitchen was very clean and the overall atmosphere was very warm and friendly. We were amazed by her experience and expertise of cooking different cuisines. The dishes we made were very easy to follow and she helped guide us throughout the whole process. She even changed the recipes a bit to match our personal tastes! Overall the food was excellent and Chef Parsati was an incredible teacher and great conversationalist. We will definitely be coming back to try her other classes!!!

Desiree M.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My partner and I had a great time with this unique experience for our anniversary. Thank you again for hosting, sharing your knowledge and skills with us, and giving us a surprise candle gift, chef! We truly appreciated your passion in cooking. More blessings to your classes! ?

Sheri C.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

I brought my friend for the Hawaiian cooking class with Chef Parsati to celebrate her 50th birthday and we had a wonderful time! Chef Parsati was very friendly and knowledgeable and the food was amazing. Chef Parsati's home was a very clean and cozy environment that made for a very personal experience. We would highly recommend this class!

Heather R.

Booked the class Italian Dough Workshop with Chef Libby in San Jose (Naglee Park)

Thank you Libby for a fun educational night

Steve M.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

This experience was absolutely splendid! Chef Parsati is warm, authentic, fun, funny, knowledgeable, inviting. Really could not say enough about how wonderful she is. The food was stellar and she walked us through substitutions, modifications, and techniques that we could employ. We will most definitely be cooking a number of these recipes again and likely soon haha. I would highly recommend taking a class with Chef Parsati. My cheeks hurt from smiling!

Kelsey W.

Booked the class Italian Dough Workshop with Chef Libby in San Jose (Naglee Park)

Chef Libby was a great teacher! She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions very happily. We learned so much and would happily take another class of hers. We're already looking into trying the sushi class :)

Sherry D.

Booked the class Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

Chef Elham was a wonderful host and a fantastic chef. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and look forward to making the soups we learned to make at our session.

Mike K.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was wonderful - a gracious host and wonderful instructor. We took her Hawaiian cooking class as a three generation family event with ages from 14-82. Chef was able to connect with all of us and especially our 14-year old chef in training. A great experience and we will be back. As to the food - all terrific including things I would never have thought of like veggie poke. And the huli huli chicken was amazing.

Munir .

Booked the class Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

Chef Elham was so wonderful to work with! We didn't know too much about cooking but she made sure we were comfortable and relaxed in here. She made the whole experience light and fun! I definitely would go back again!

Steven C.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

I found Chef Joni Sare on Cozymeal and booked her for my team offsite as my 3 other team members found her Master Italian Classics Cooking Class to be a fun learning experience. Boy were we right. If you don't read my full review, all I can say is that Chef Joni was an EXCELLENT instructor and my team members and I had such a good time. We were smiling ear-to-ear the entire time we were there. Highly recommended from this reviewer. Detailed review below: Communication (5/5): We used the Cozymeal platform for everything and found their interface amazing. Chef Joni was very pro-active and communicated with me several times before the event date on January 17, 2020. What stood out about this communication was that she really wanted to know us. She asked good questions like "Why did you choose this class?", "What do you hope to learn from it?", "What are your goals?" etc. Really appreciate this since she can cater the class to exactly your needs. She was also very accommodating when I told her that one of our team members was a vegetarian so she made sure she had a vegetarian option on hand during our class. Finally, before the event, she gave us extremely detailed directions to the location of the event (including a picture) and what to expect. Really outstanding communication here. Location (5/5): Her location is in her house located in Sunnyvale near major highways. Lots of street parking once you arrive so no issues on parking. The inside is well decorated and everything seems to be remodeled including her kitchen which was very modern. See pics to get an idea. Food (5/5): The Master Italian Classics Cooking Class contains the following menu: 1.) Antipasti - Cheese, crackers, almonds, pepper jelly to snack on throughout the whole meal while you are there 2.) Handmade Fettuccine Alfredo 3.) Ragu (Mushrooms, many vegetables) - Our protein was lamb for the meat-eaters and tofu for our vegetarian team member. 4.) Tiramisu - for dessert. I don't want to spoil too much of the class but I'll share some of the highlights for me at least. Preparing the Fettuccine Dough from scratch including folding it, kneading it, was a really fun experience. Also running through the dough through the pasta machine to stretch it and finally cut it into actually the noodles was such a cathartic experience. I'm really happy I got to experience that. The Ragu was so delicious and so healthy at the same time as we barely used any vegetable oil and we put in so many vegetables. Finally, the tiramisu making was actually pretty easy but delicious at the same time. Now that I have been through how to make Tiramisu, I am confident I can make it for a party without issue. Also, if you can't finish all the food you make, Chef Joni gives you take-out boxes to bring home so you can enjoy the food again! Our group also had leftover uncooked fettuccine and we got to take that home. Chef Joni (5/5): Last but not least Chef Joni was an excellent instructor. She was so bubbly and easy to talk to and really put the group at ease very quickly. She was masterful on dividing up certain tasks in the kitchen so we can all participate in the cooking journey and made sure we were doing the steps properly. We asked her so many questions during our time in the class and she happily answered every single one of them without being annoyed. It was nice to finish the class with all of us including Chef Joni eating at the table. Chef Joni's passion for cooking really shines through her class and we had a great time! Our team can't wait to come back. Thank you Chef Joni for a great class.

Cornell N.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

Our team had a fabulous time with Chef Joni! She ensured everyone was involved in some aspect of the meal prep. She mixed the science and fun of cooking all together. Highly recommended.

Albina I.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

I've done many cooking classes both personally and professionally and really loved Joni's style. She was so organized, well prepared and provided great guidance through the whole cooking experience. We connected earlier to make sure she was aware of the team dynamic and any special requests for drinks, allergies and such. As a result, she was prepared and managed all 9 of us really well. highly recommend her as an instructor. She's got lots of tips and tricks up her sleeve so you are sure to learn something even if you are a pro! Thank you Joni!

nadine f.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

We enjoyed cooking paella with Jodi! We did the team building event and it was a lot of fun and very yummy!

Sabelle D.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

We had an amazing time with Chef Joni. The venue was ideal, Chef Joni was a pleasure and the food was amazing. We will defiantly be back for more Italian Classics!

Nikki P.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

Chef Joni is really nice and made everyone feel welcome and had great tips on prepping and proper knife skills. All in all it was a fun time

Silvia B.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

We had a lovely experience in our Pasta night with Joni. The gluten free pasta was amazing and the sausage mushroom ragÃº to die for. Thank you very much Joni!

Terry H.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

Chef Joni is a wonderful chef and not only she explains in detail how to cook the listed menu, but she also took time to answer any other questions relating to cooking. I will recommend her to many of my friends that have interest in taking a cooking class! Thank you Chef Joni for giving a wonderful experience for my girlfriend and I!

Taka U.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

My wife and I absolutely loved our cooking class with chef Joni! We definitely learned a lot about cooking but what made it special was how sweet chef Joni is and how enjoyable it was to cook and enjoy eating our food together. Would definitely try another class and bring friends with us!

Carol S.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

Great experience!

Matthew B.

Booked the event Master Italian Classics with Chef Joni in South Bay & Peninsula (Snail)

She was wonderful!

Melissa C.

Booked the class Make Your Own Kimchi with Chef Stacey in San Jose (Broadway - Palmhaven)

Attending Chef Stacey's home for a cooking class is like walking into a magazine editorial- her space is absolutely AMAZING. From the kitchen to the patio to the garden, her place is the perfect space to host a cooking class. Chef Stacey is extremely passionate about healthy food and I learned so much from her. The lecture was very informative and the food was absolutely delicious.

Rachel F.

Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Horrible experience that was essentially a scam. Chef Roddy was not present. We were barely given an opportunity to prepare any of the dishes and were essentially taught nothing. Starting with the sauce, the chef just made the sauce themselves. They did not give instructions, only listed ingredients or quantities when we asked. There was no instruction given on how to make the pasta besides combining flour plus egg and barely any oversight as they were focused on making the sauce behind us. There was no option to make gnocchi or ravioli as in the description. We were not taught to make the salad address from scratch as in the description as this was prepared in advance. Additionally, the panna cotta was also prepared in advance so there was no teaching there. At every opportunity, things were made in advance and done as quickly as possible by the chef without us and without any sort of instruction. We felt rushed despite being the only group of 3 and left an hour before our designated time. This seemed like this â€œcooking classâ€ was doing below to bare minimum just to check off the boxes.

Ashvin P.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

We had an absolutely incredible experience learning to cook with Chef Roddy and his team. From the moment we arrived, the energy was warm, welcoming, and effortlessly professional. Chef Erick has a true giftâ€”not just for cooking, but for teaching. He breaks things down in a way thatâ€™s engaging, approachable, and genuinely fun, whether youâ€™re a beginner or someone who already loves being in the kitchen. The highlight of the experience was making paellaâ€”and not just any paella, but hands down the best weâ€™ve ever had. Every step, from layering flavors to perfecting the texture of the rice, was thoughtfully guided. You can tell Chef Erick is passionate about his craft, and that passion carries through in every detail. His team was equally fantasticâ€”attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly in sync, which made the whole experience feel seamless and elevated. It never felt rushed, and there was a great balance of hands-on learning, storytelling, and enjoying the process. This wasnâ€™t just a cooking classâ€”it was a memorable culinary experience. We walked away not only with new skills, but with a deeper appreciation for the art of cooking (and a serious craving for paella). Highly, highly recommend Chef Roddy and his teamâ€”you wonâ€™t be disappointed.

Tracy Bettendorf .

Booked the class Signature Latin Classics with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

The class was incredible! Chef Roddy and his team were insightful, engaging, and so much fun to be around. The food was delicious, and his kitchen was immaculate. We had a fantastic experience.

Veselin D.

Booked the event Classic Fare From Asia with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Thank you, Chef Parsati! Our team really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, the hands-on experience and the hearty, yummy food at the end. It was real pleasure meeting you and learning about your cooking experiences from around the world!

Brad B.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Had a great time preparing all the spanish dishes. Staff ensured everyone had a great time and learned something new. The Paella was great!

Ernesto Q.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

I have never cooked in my life, today after taking some advice and recipes from chef parsati that will change. Sheâ€™s very nice, very knowledgeable, very passionate. My fiance and I loved her cooking. We learned a lot. Weâ€™re both vegans and if you are too I recommend this class. Thanks for making the food spicy for us (: Weâ€™re definitely taking another class with her and invite family. Thank you chef parsati!

Emma H.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My fiance and I had an amazing experience with Chef Parsati! The food was delicious and we learned so many amazing things. We will definitely be back!

Elvin L.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Really fun experience and learning experience

Orr D.

Booked the class Vegan Currito Bowl with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great teacher, delicious meal :)

menar N.

Booked the event Classic Fare From Asia with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was great! Super accommodating and knowledgeable. Some of us were more picky and she gave us alternatives to cook with. We had a lot of fun and highly recommend for any group!

Lynna Rodriguez .

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great experience! Chef Parsati was very knowledgeable and informative. She showed us many great techniques and new recipes that I hadn't tried before.

Ann B.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We had a fantastic day with Chef Parsati! The recipes were delicious, and she is patient, interesting, and very knowledgeable about world cuisine! We loved our afternoon of learning and eating, and we all came away with some new recipes to try at home! We highly recommend Chef Parsati and her cooking classes!

Mom .

Booked the class Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

This was a personalized class in the chef's kitchen. She gave us lots of good tips, the soups were all delicious and we had a very nice time. I would definitely take more classes from her.

Lee I.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Non vegans can learn a great deal from Chef Parsati. My niece and I want to cook healthier dishes and this class is what we needed. Chef explains the vegan ingredients as recipes are assembled and followed up with sending an ingredient list after the class. Come learn and enjoy!

Angel R.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

WOW!!!! Where do I even beginâ€¦ First, the class took place in the chefs private home which was incredibly warm and welcoming. The space was very clean and tidy, and chef was so welcoming and professional! The class itself began with a quick snack, compliments of the chef, which was tasty and set the tone for the rest of the time there! From there, we got right into the chopping and cooking, and I literally found myself jumping in place from the excitement of mixing and cooking. She was very clear and concise in her explanations, and very welcoming in our own style of cooking however that presented.. In her words, since I kept saying sorry for my terrible chopping skills, â€œThere is no sorry in this class. You cook and have fun.. Thatâ€™s all that matters.â€ I never for a moment felt rushed, or as if I was doing anything wrong. All questions were welcomed and answered, and of course, the food tasted absolutely amazing!! My partner and I were so pleased and so grateful for this wonderful experience, and will be returning for more classes! Thank you, Chef!!!

Kinsley L.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Iâ€™ve never used CozyMeal before but I am so thankful I found Chef Parsati on CozyMeal. She is an extremely accommodating and knowledgeable chef. Even though Chef Parsati was busy on the day of my booking, she made sure to fit my girlfriend and I in for our class! We were also running late, and she made us feel so welcomed and comfortable at her place. The meals my girlfriend and I learned to cook were delicious and healthy. I would definitely take another class from Chef Parsati and recommend her to my friends and family.

Timothy L.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My team had a great time with Chef Parsati yesterday. She engaged everybody and was very thoughtful and attentive to everyone's preferences. The food was flavored and garnished to perfection.

Stephanie Q.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was super welcoming and gave an amazing class. We booked the Tropical Hawaiian Fare class and made a 4 course meal. We made delicious dishes that were easy to make and tasted phenomenal. In addition, met some fantastic ladies and had lots of fun. Chef opened her house to us , provided sweets and refreshments. She was patient and made us feel confident with our cooking. Definitely recommend and will be returning for another class.

Chris H.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Our experience with Chef Parsati was AMAZING! I opted for cooking lessons for our EOY Staff Team Outing. Chef was communicative, warm and knowledgable. She shared tidbits of useful and applicable information that was received well by everyone. The food was DELICIOUS and the environment was light and fun. Definitely coming back for a date night with my wife.

Casey Robertson .

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Such a wonderful team bonding event with my colleagues! She is so passionate about her work and the food was amazing!

Casey Douglas .

Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

We worked with Oscar and had an amazing time! His passion for food made it so fun.

Daniel G.

Booked the event Authentic Flavors of India with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We booked this event as a team building activity and we had so much fun. Chef Parsati kept the class interesting, teaching us about the ingredients, flavors and its origins. We all participated in creating this amazing meal! Would hardly recommend if you're trying to do something fun with your friends or colleagues!

Jonathan B.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We did a Hawaiian flare class with Chef Parsati and it was delicious! The food was great and she shared tons of tips for cooking the meal. She was very personable and easy to cook with. It was easy to see that she is passionate about cooking and sharing with others. Highly recommend.

Molly K.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great Class! Chef Parvati is very knowledgeable and a great instructor. The food was out of this world and we are very excited to recreate the recipes at home. We loved that she gave us the recipes but also informed us on how to vary the recipes to suit different tastes and diets. Would definitely recommend to those who want to learn tropical flavors.

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