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Beginner cooking classes in South Bay & Peninsula on Cozymeal are hands-on, beginner-friendly and designed to help guests learn, cook and dine with confidence.
Julie G.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai
Chef Motti was amazing - he arrived with everything needed to jump right into the class. We asked for more focus on making the pizzas vs the other recipes, so he brought those delicious dishes already made. The toppings he brought were top-tier - two different tomato sauces he made from fresh tomatoes, homemade bechamel, three cheeses, fresh herbs, sausage, vegetables, etc. We dove in to hands-on sessions where he taught us about making two kinds of dough and forming the pizzas. Then we all learned how to get them in and out of the oven (we used our wood-burning Ooni and the electric one he brought). My husband had been having challenges in our Ooni with the dough sticking to the peel when putting them in the oven and topping falling off when he removed them, and Chef gave him tips on preventing that and recommendations for better tools (I had bought an Ooni brand perforated peel and it didn't get enough of the flour off the bottom). We made sooo many pizzas, so we got a lot of practice, and had leftovers to feed some hungry neighbors later on. It was a fun and relaxing afternoon spent chatting, cooking and eating - our teen boys even enjoyed it. We look forward to finding another excuse to cook with Chef Motti!
Booked the class Make an Elegant Layered Cake with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
This class exceeded my expectations. I now know why some of the techniques used have fallen below standards, it's because I hadn't been shown or taught the appropriate method. This hands-on course gave me exactly what I needed. I absolutely plan to attend another class with Cozymeal to continue to improve my cooking skills.
Yuko I.
Booked the class Classic Dim Sum Specialties with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Chef Michael is a very friendly and knowledgable. Also good explanation.for us. I want to give him A+++
Maggie Y.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in South Bay & Peninsula (Mountain View)
Chef Mordechai is amazing. My pizza making cooking class with Chef Mordechai was the best cooking class I ever had. The class is fun and very hands on. Chef brought a lot of extra materials for everyone to have plenty to practice and nailed the techniques and everything tasted amazing. Chef also agree to show us how to use my own wood burning pizza oven and share lots of tips. I will definitely recommend this class to everyone!
Booked the class A Feast by the Mediterranean Sea with Chef Mordechai in San Francisco (Mission)
We had such an awesome class with Chef Moti! He came to our apartment and was so organized with the recipes and needed equipment that we didn't have. The Mediterranean food we made through his guidance SO delicious, truly some of the best med food I've had (and big portions, enough for leftovers :)). He was very accommodating with dietary restrictions, collaborating with me to come up with a menu that worked for our group. He created a fun atmosphere that my family all enjoyed, we shared laughs and stories of life. He taught us cooking techniques that I'm excited to take into our everyday cooking. Overall, our experience exceeded expectations. Thanks, Chef Moti!
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!'
Booked the class A Night in España with Chef Barbara in South Bay & Peninsula (Foster City)
I reserved 2 spots for my wife and I for my wife's birthday and we had so much fun! Ive done Cozy meal before and my last class had around 8 people in the class and it sometimes made it hard to participate, but Chef Barbary only allows for 4 people to attend making it much more personal and eventful.
Booked the class A Night in España with Chef Barbara in South Bay & Peninsula (Foster City)
Chef Barbara was great. Her home was beautiful and she was incredibly friendly, passionate about cooking and very engaging. The recipes we created were amazing. I can't wait to try them again. It was 100% pleasure.
Booked the class Mountaintop Grilling with Chef Evan in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
Chef Evan's view alone is worth taking this class, and the incredible class on grilling and the meal make it a no-brainer. Chef Evan lives on the top of a mountain in a cool home built in the shape of three tents, with a wraparound porch giving a view onto the Santa Cruz Mountains. He gathers a ton of his ingredients from his own garden plot, and the rest of this food is locally sourced and absolutely amazing. Definitely a must try.
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 “cooking class†was doing below to bare minimum just to check off the boxes.
David A.
Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
Chef Edie showed us how to make Paella, grilled shrimp with bruschetta. Everything was delicious.
hanhan c.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai
It was great experience working with chef Motti to learn how to make pizzas. Chef Motti is well- prepared for the class. He brought many different ingredients for us to make a variety of pizza. He also demonstrated how to use his portable oven to make pizzas within 2 min. I was very impressed by the way he made pizzas, super fast and delicious. Not only demonstrate how to make pizzas and other dishes, he also gave us background of pizzas, such as the origins of pizza flour, the key elements of a good oven for pizza, how to make your own starter for dough, the difference between feast dough and the sour dough. He gave us many opportunities to get hands-on experience to make pizzas on our own. I would certainly recommend chef Motti for his pizza class. It would be a delightful way to learn some good skills.
David S.
Booked the class Knife Skills Mastery Class with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
A great opportunity to try different kinds of knives. And to learn that mine are not as sharp as I think!
Kaylynn .
Booked the class Homemade Pasta & Tiramisu by Hand with Chef Esh-Marie
We had a small group for the Italian night! The food was delicious and Esh-Marie was very knowledgeable and fun! Would totally recommend for a girls night or a date night!
Nathan K.
Booked the class Pizza Night Reinvented with Chef Esh-Marie
★★★★★ Fantastic pizza night experience. Chef Esh-Marie did a great job—very knowledgeable, friendly, and made the class fun and engaging. We learned a lot, had an amazing time, and the pizzas turned out great. Would highly recommend! If you’re looking for a fun-filled date night or family gathering, give Chef Esh-Marie a try!
Lauren W.
Booked the class Homemade Pasta & Tiramisu by Hand with Chef Esh-Marie
She was kind, easy going, and brought flowers to us upon arrival. We had a wonderful experience
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 gift—not just for cooking, but for teaching. He breaks things down in a way that’s engaging, approachable, and genuinely fun, whether you’re a beginner or someone who already loves being in the kitchen. The highlight of the experience was making paella—and not just any paella, but hands down the best we’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 fantastic—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 wasn’t just a cooking class—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 team—you won’t be disappointed.
Samantha A.
Booked the class Knife Skills Mastery Class with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
This is a great class for beginners. I learned some great basics on how to stand and best ways to cut.
danielle h.
Booked the class Craft Beginner Dumplings with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Mushroom and Pork and shrimp dumplings (Won Ton soup, Potstickers, and Steamed dumplings with sauce accompaniment.
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.
Suzanne W.
Booked the class Mediterranean Cuisine: Hummus to Falafel with Chef Esh-Marie
We had so much fun! We wanted to find an interesting way to celebrate a birthday that was different from the usual restaurant dinner. This was perfect. We'd definitely do it again
Emily C.
Booked the class Croissants Crafted by Hand with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Had a lot of fun. Learn the recipe and technique of making croissants.
Sarah J.
Booked the class Croissants Crafted by Hand with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Fun hands on class!
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!
Lauren M.
Booked the class Flavorful French Classics From Scratch with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Made coq au vin, asparagus, cheesy potatoes, chocolate mousse. Learned so much and everything taste delicious!
Elvin L.
Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
Really fun experience and learning experience
Chris K.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in Marin County (Tiburon)
We had a great class with Chef Motti! We’ve been trying to learn how to best use our new Ooni pizza oven and he showed us a bunch of helpful tips and tricks. He made our experience very interactive, and all of the food was delicious. We would highly recommend this class for anyone looking to learn about making pizza or hoping to up their game.
Ronalie L.
Booked the class Classic Dim Sum Specialties with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Chef Andrea was an excellent instructor. I especially appreciated that after she would display how to pleat the siu mai and har gow skin, she came around each table to give assistance to those who needed help. Also, qwhen the har gow flour didn't work out, she was prepared for plan B. Her helpers also helped make the class run smooth. The class was fun!!!
Anisha M.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in San Francisco (Noe Valley)
We had an absolutely amazing class with Chef Motti! I got this experience as a birthday gift for my husband and he said it was the coolest birthday gift! Chef Motti brought over such fresh ingredients and we had an incredible time making pizzas with him. He taught us so much in terms of making the dough, techniques for stretching it, how to properly place the pizzas in the oven, etc. Chef Motti was so kind and patient in answering any and all questions we had, and he was such a delight to spend time with. And to top it all off, the pizzas (and all the other food) were SO tasty!!! Some of the best pizza I've ever had. And we had plenty for leftovers! (He was also so efficient and thorough with all the clean-up after the cooking.) I would HIGHLY recommend this class, or any other experiences, with Chef Motti.
Elise-Marie B.
Booked the class Steakhouse Innovations - Date Night with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
That class was nice and the food tasted great
Austin E.
Booked the class Knife Skills Mastery Class with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Class was a bit shorter than listed on, however the demonstrations and lesson was great
Tena A.
Booked the class Thai Summer Flavors with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Chef Andrea and her team were amazing! We had so much fun! I would suggest a smaller class or bigger tables. We were fortunate to have 2 at our table. The tabels who had 4 people, had 2 cutting boards, and shared ingredients. I would have been disappointed. Over all we had a great experience.
Nyah Senters .
Booked the class Dreaming of Donuts with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
Great class, would recommend for all ages!
Jaclynn N.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in East Bay (Oakley)
We had a fantastic time!
Dianne M.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in Marin County (Larkspur)
I purchased an outdoor gas pizza oven but had no clue how to use it. Chef Motti graciously set the oven up, taught me how to use it and make the most delicious at home pizza. His tips for working with the dough are invaluable. He’s an excellent teacher - personable, patient and encouraging.
Rachel F.
Booked the class A Feast by the Mediterranean Sea with Chef Mordechai in San Francisco (Russian Hill)
Chef Moti was great! Under his guidance, we successfully prepared falafel, and they turned out really well! He's a skilled teacher, and I highly recommend his class.
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.
Gabe H.
Booked the class Taco Tuesday or Tacos Any Night with Chef Mordechai in San Francisco (South of Market)
Truly a 10/10 class. Chef Mordechai is the best! This was such a fun experience filled with great food, wonderful company, and valuable learnings. I cannot recommend this enough if you are looking for a date night or a fun evening with friends. He is very respectful of your home and answered all our cooking questions with ease, no matter how simple they were. It truly felt like we were learning from a master chef (because we were!).
Lian C.
Booked the class Pizza in the Oven with Chef Mordechai in San Francisco (Cole Valley)
We had an amazing time cooking with Motti! He brought incredible ingredients, was super knowledgeable about pizza making and accommodated every dietary need in the group. Overall an incredible experience and would highly recommend not only for cooking classes but also for catering.
Garn N.
Booked the class Italian-Style Chicken Dinner with Chef Andrea in South Bay & Peninsula (Palo Alto)
We did not get the recipes. garn777@gmail.com nelsusan@gmail.com The class was good, the food was very good, but we would have preferred learning in a smaller group.
Michelle M.
Booked the class Signature Latin Classics with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
We had an incredible time and are already planning our next session!
Jonathan B.
Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
Great experience with Chef Roddy and all of the chefs. It really helped to learn to cook in a professional kitchen, and everyone was so friendly and helpful. I'll be using Cozymeal again for cooking classes for sure.
rachel l.
Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
10/10 experience and food (spanish fare course). took mom here for birthday celebration, got lucky that we were the only party. staff was so attentive and instructional. had so much fun learning cooking techniques from chef roddy and oscar. lei lei was also super friendly, and the food was delicious. best of all mom says she had a great time and fantastic birthday. it was very memorable. thank you team for giving us such a special experience.
Vee H.
Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
We loved the chef and learned a few things but the class was supposed to go 3 hrs but ended at 1 1/2 hrs. We did not get to make the dessert or the Ceasar Dressing. A bit disappointed on that.
Jordan B.
Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
Group of 8 and we had an excellent time!
Mark S.
Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
I bought this as a surprise birthday gift for my fiancé, and we had so much fun! We were a part of every step, learned A LOT, and our two chefs were super fun and engaging. Truly made all of the cooking feel possible at home. Would definitely go back for another class. Thank you for making this birthday gift so special.
Tiffany M.
Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
Great experience! So much fun and great food!!
Emrica A.
Booked the class Signature Latin Classics with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)
We had so much fun and can easily reproduce the menu at home.
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