Beginner Cooking Classes in San Jose
Professional chefs love teaching San Jose’s fledgling cooks! Everyone started somewhere, and even the best chefs are no different. Many chefs say beginner cooking classes are their favorites. They remember sharpening their first knife, tying their first aprons strings and needing guidance just like you do. You’ll love becoming a chef. There’s no better way to learn to cook than with a professional! Book today for a flavorful first foray into cooking! Try a class today.
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Mother's Day Favorite
The Art of Pasta Making
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy a menu of iconic Italian flavors made from fresh and authentic ingredients. In this Italian-themed cooking class, you'll learn to make handcrafted pasta like a professional. Your expert chef will guide you through each step from mixing dough to perfectly plating dishes.
Begin by making a classic Caesar salad...
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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StarHost
Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the ease and simplicity of making soup from scratch with Chef Elham. Soups are a fantastic addition to your culinary collection. In this cooking class with Chef Elham, you'll learn how to properly prepare ingredients and cook soup to perfection.
Begin with the basics of soup making: Learn how to plan ahead...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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StarHost
Mother's Day Favorite
Cozy Homemade Brunch
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Whip up watermelon salad, eggs Benedict and yogurt parfaits bursting with fresh flavors. This cooking class will show you the wonders of making a brunch menu ideal for any event or for satisfying hungry late risers. A passionate five-star chef will guide you in making a high-quality brunch at home with useful kitchen...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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From Custard to Meringue
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice techniques that improve texture and stability. Build confidence with custards, curds and meringues in this cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Led by Chef Andrea or a resident chef, you’ll prepare mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, raspberry soufflé and lemon tart....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mother's Day Favorite
Artisan Pizza 101
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the techniques to making perfect pizza that you'll love to recreate again and again. Get a group together for an evening of creativity and learning, with handcrafted pizza as the reward. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Karen will first guide you in kneading fresh dough before baking it to crispy...
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Chef Karen
Downtown Sacramento
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Tropical Hawaiian Fare
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Get ready to explore the exotic and tropical flavors of Hawaii with Chef Parsati. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati, you will learn how to prepare a four-course Hawaiian menu using both familiar and exotic ingredients as well as traditional recipes hailing from the islands.
To start, Chef Parsati...
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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Make a Gourmet Italian Pantry Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore Italian comfort cooking through practical, hands-on learning. Cook a cozy Italian-inspired menu in this interactive cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Chef Andrea or a resident chef will guide you through pepper-crusted pork chop with balsamic Cabernet sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano risotto, arugula and...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Knife Skills Mastery Class
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Discover the essentials of knife mastery, empowering you to become more confident in the kitchen. During this interactive cooking class, you'll focus on exploring the professional techniques of using the knife. Being one of the most fundamental tools, an expert chef will each you different cutting methods to get the...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Comforting Thai Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook Thai dishes from scratch in a relaxed setting. Upgrade your weeknight cooking routine with this cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area) focused on Thai classics. Led by Chef Andrea or a resident chef, you’ll prepare steamed Thai chicken dumplings with sweet chili dipping sauce, drunken noodles and...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Make a Gourmet Sushi Dinner - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Enjoy a sushi bar experience designed for date night. Make it a fun night out with this interactive sushi-inspired cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Chef Andrea 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 Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Rustic Bread Baking Basics
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to shape and bake bread properly. Learn the fundamentals of bread baking in this interactive cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). Chef Andrea or a resident chef will guide you as you prepare whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes, flaky buttermilk biscuits and homemade honey...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Seasonal Spring Menu
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to bring structure to a springtime menu. Bring fresh seasonal flavor to the table in this hands-on cooking class in Palo Alto (The Bay Area). With guidance from Chef Andrea or a resident chef, you’ll make grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing and pretzel...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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