Booked 140+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Handcrafted Italian Meal
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 4-course meal
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Cooking Classes in Santa Cruz
Hands-on Santa Cruz cooking classes for date nights, groups & beginners
If you’re in need of a good feed after a day spent carving the waves of Surf City, what better way than with cooking classes in Santa Cruz? From Downtown to Santa Cruz Wharf and Salinas, you’re sure to find cooking classes nearby, all led by renowned local chefs with more than a decade’s industry experience. What’s more, whether you’re in the mood for rustic Italian cooking classes, authentic Japanese sushi making classes or those that dabble in the arts of French bistro cooking, there’s a whole host of exciting class themes to choose from. With help from your chef, you’ll gain exciting new culinary skills that are sure to become the talk of your dinner party table, so why wait? If you’re ready to level up your home cooking, book culinary classes in Santa Cruz today!
When & where
Trending
Booked 60+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Flavors of Thailand
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 4-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Date Night Favorites
Booked 50+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
The Art of Homemade Tamales
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Artisan Pizza 101
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Booked 140+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Handcrafted Italian Meal
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 4-course meal
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Signature Tastes of Asia
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
What Santa Cruz cooking classes on Cozymeal include
- Everything included (ingredients, equipment, etc.)
- Join a public class or book a private class
- Book at the chef’s place or yours
- Book a private class for 2+ guests
Beginner Cooking Classes
Booked 50+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
The Art of Homemade Tamales
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Artisan Pizza 101
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Signature Tastes of Asia
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Booked 60+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Flavors of Thailand
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 4-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Cook at Home With a Chef
Host a cooking class at home or work in Santa Cruz with a chef who brings the ingredients, equipment and cleanup support.
Booked 50+ times
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
The Art of Homemade Tamales
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Taste of Greek Coast
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 4-course meal
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
Chef Karen
COOKING CLASS $133.99/person All fees included
Artisan Pizza 101
- Mon, Oct 26 • 12:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 15 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Travelling to guests in Santa Cruz
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What to expect in a Santa Cruz cooking class with us
Cooking classes on Cozymeal are designed to be easy, interactive and memorable from start to finish.
- Step-by-step guidance from the chef
- Most classes last 2 to 3 hours
- Hands-on and beginner-friendly
- All ingredients and equipment included
- Available as public or private classes
- Hosted at the chef's place, your place or a premium venue we provide
- End the experience by enjoying the meal you prepared
WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE COOKING CLASSES IN SANTA CRUZ
Katie A.
Booked the class Trip to Italy with Chef Marc in Santa Cruz
We had such an amazing time & would highly recommend!! Not only was the food delicious (& local, organic), but Chef Marc and his wife were so nice and knowledgeable. Despite these uncertain and challenging times, they took extra safety precautions and made sure we were comfortable. We will definitely remember this experience. Thank you both!!!
Nick W.
Booked the class Master Authentic Spanish Paella with Chef Marc in Santa Cruz
Marc and his girlfriend provided us with an amazing class and experience cooking Paella! ? We learned so many cooking skills, about his culture and can't wait to give it a shot ourselves! Highly recommend!
Booked the class Master Authentic Spanish Paella with Chef Marc in Santa Cruz
This was a great class! Chef Marc is super knowledgeable and good at answering our questions. I learned way more than I have at other cooking classes because he not only told us what to do, but also explained why certain steps were important (or not important) and how the same techniques could apply to other recipes. And at the end, the food was delicious!!
Irene L.
Booked the class Trip to Italy with Chef Marc in Santa Cruz
Chef Marc was a wonderful host! Even as relatively inexperienced chefs, we felt relaxed and engaged the whole evening. All 3 courses were delicious and timed perfectly! I felt like we learned a ton and would absolutely take another class with him again. All the ingredients were fresh and measured out precisely in advance. The recipes are authentic but also uncomplicated enough that I can actually imagine us cooking them again in own our kitchen. There were 6 guests and in some cases we each took turns going through the steps, but the group was small enough that I didn't feel like I was missing any part of the meal making experience. Huge thank you to Marc and Simona for a wonderful evening!
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Alex W.
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Meet the talented chefs behind these cooking classes in Santa Cruz
Chef Ivan
35+ years of culinary experience
- Award-winning: Best Chef America, 2014–2016; Master Chef in Italian Cuisine, Academia Barilla
- Taught 12,850+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Guide Lauren
7+ years of culinary experience
- Taught 250+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Chef Kymberly
7+ years of culinary experience
- Le Cordon Bleu, Bauman Holistic Chef, Resturant Hospitality San Jose State
- Taught 900+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place & your place
Chef Paul
5+ years of culinary experience
- Taught 3,450+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Chef Kavitha
5+ years of culinary experience
- Chef's place & your place
Chef Denis
40+ years of culinary experience
- New York Tech, Brooklyn
- Award-winning: 1st Prize Table, Société Culinaire Philanthropique Exhibition
- Taught 500+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place & your place
Chef Todd
33+ years of culinary experience
- Niagara Falls Culinary Institute
- Award-winning: Regional Private Chef, 1993 — Niagara Gazette
- Taught 300+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Chef Jimi
4+ years of culinary experience
- Taught 550+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place & your place
Chef Jasmine
19+ years of culinary experience
- Laguardia
- Award-winning: New York Restaurant Food Show — Winner, Total Food Magazine, 2025
- Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
- Taught 150+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place & your place
Chef Paige
3+ years of culinary experience
- Taught 1,500+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Chef Stefanie
3+ years of culinary experience
- Taught 24,550+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place
Chef Kenneth
20+ years of culinary experience
- French Culinary Institute
- Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
- Taught 350+ guests on Cozymeal
- Chef's place & your place
Why guests in Santa Cruz book with confidence
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7 chef-led cooking classes in Santa Cruz taught by local professional chefs
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Vetted local chefs selected through a thorough screening process
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73 verified reviews in Santa Cruz, with an average rating of 5.0
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98% recommend Cozymeal on Google, Yelp & TripAdvisor
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Free 48-hour cancellation on most bookings
