The Best Unique Dining Experiences in Santa Cruz

Cooking classes, private chefs, food tours & more in Santa Cruz

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There's a vibrant assortment of culinary classes and tours in Santa Cruz waiting to be discovered! If you're a budding chef, try a cooking class to learn some gourmet kitchen tricks. If you love a Michelin-quality meal, book a five-star private chef. And if you're looking for a new hangout, book a food tour to show you hidden gems around town. No matter your taste, you'll find something exciting when you explore the Santa Cruz food scene.

Cooking Class: Santa Cruz Spanish Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Spanish Cooking Class

Cooking Class
$89
Cozymeal Spanish Chef
1 review
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Team Building: Santa Cruz Corporate Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Corporate Cooking Class

Team Building
$105
Cozymeal Corporate Chef
1 review
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Team Building: Santa Cruz Team Building Activity
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Santa Cruz Team Building Activity

Team Building
$99
Cozymeal Chef 4
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Food Tour: Santa Cruz Market Tour + Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Market Tour + Cooking Class

Food Tour
$65
Cozymeal Guide 2
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Team Building: Santa Cruz Cooking Competition
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Santa Cruz Cooking Competition

Team Building
$135
Cozymeal Chef 3
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Cooking Class: Santa Cruz Couples Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Couples Cooking Class

Cooking Class
$85
Cozymeal Chef
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Food Tour: Santa Cruz Local Flavors Food Tour
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Santa Cruz Local Flavors Food Tour

Food Tour
$89
Local Guide
1 review
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Cooking Class: Santa Cruz Healthy Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Healthy Cooking Class

Cooking Class
$89
Cozymeal Healthy Chef
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Cooking Class: Santa Cruz Italian Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz Italian Cooking Class

Cooking Class
$75
Cozymeal Italian Chef
3 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Cooking Class: Santa Cruz Sushi Making Class
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Santa Cruz Sushi Making Class

Cooking Class
$79
Cozymeal Sushi Chef
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Cooking Class: Santa Cruz French Cooking Class
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Santa Cruz French Cooking Class

Cooking Class
$75
Cozymeal French Chef
3 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 
Food Tour: Santa Cruz Historic Food Tour
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Santa Cruz Historic Food Tour

Food Tour
$75
Cozymeal Guide
2 reviews
Santa Cruz
Next Date: Sun, Oct 5th at 6:00PM
 

Experiences to Discover When You Travel

Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Austin and Bay Area are among the top 10 travel destinations of Santa Cruz residents, according to our research. And luckily, local chefs, mixologists, tour guides and more offer culinary experiences in those cities! Now, you can book experiences in your hometown AND when traveling!

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Experiences in Cities Near Santa Cruz

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Classic Croissants

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring your favorite bakery treats to your home kitchen. Join this cooking class to master the skills needed to create a classic batch of croissants. A chef instructor will teach you how to mix dough, shape it into classic pastries and bake it to perfection. You'll prepare two types of croissants and morning buns....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
44 Reviews
Palo Alto
No dates available
 
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Gourmet French Favorites - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to bring the sophistication of French cuisine to life. During this hands-on cooking class, you and your partner will experience the elegance of French dining. You'll learn how to create a memorable French meal, mastering techniques from crafting savory appetizers to creating perfectly roasted vegetables....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
44 Reviews
Palo Alto
No dates available
 
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Teens Cooking Series

5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Budding Chefs

$349
Cooking Class
$349
5-Days of flavorful fun and learning awaits your eager young chefs in this kitchen adventure. Give your mini chefs a head start in the kitchen with this incredible cooking series. Made for ages 7-11, these summer cooking classes will ensure that your child gets hands-on with learning kitchen safety and fundamentals as...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
44 Reviews
Palo Alto
No dates available
 
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We Go Together Cookie Decorating

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Create perfect pairings with sugar cookies and royal icing This in-depth cooking class designed for all skill levels highlights fun and creative techniques for decorating adorable sugar cookies. From doughnuts and coffee to cookies and milk, you will practice decorating methods guided by Chef Lindsay to craft your...
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Chef Lindsay
5.0
1 Review
Serving the Bay Area
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Oh honey, I'm Comb! Cookie Decoration

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn the secrets to making sugar cookies look as sweet as they taste. In this immersive 2-hour cooking class, Chef Lindsay will teach you the essential techniques for decorating show-stopping sugar cookies with an adorable honey theme. Practice piping royal icing to create bears, bees, honeycombs and more with...
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Chef Lindsay
5.0
1 Review
Serving the Bay Area
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Teens Cooking Series

3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Culinary Magic

$229
Cooking Class
$229
Three days of creating wonderful dishes from scratch and unlocking their inner chefs. Allow your budding chefs to experience 3-days of culinary fun in this dynamic cooking series. Geared toward 12-17-year-olds, these summer cooking classes will introduce them to an array of intricate cuisines. Each day presents new...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
4.4
44 Reviews
Palo Alto
No dates available
 

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Foodie Scene in Santa Cruz

Broaden your culinary horizons when you explore the foodie scene in Santa Cruz. Learn specialty techniques as you create delicious meals at home featuring cuisines from around the world. Or walk your city and find the best eateries where others do the cooking for you. Expert chefs and tour guides are excited to show you the best dining experiences in town. Get ready for an epicurean adventure and explore the various offerings of this vibrant culinary scene.

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