Gourmet Cooking Classes in the Bay Area
Indulge in your fanciest culinary cravings. What dish have you always wanted but never ordered? What foods have you always dreamed of learning to make? Gourmet dining is more accessible than you might think, even in your very own kitchen. An expert local chef will break down even the most complicated dishes into accessible, enjoyable creations that all skill levels can tackle. Book a gourmet cooking class today and impress future dinner guests for years to come.
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Elegant Holiday Pies
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Craft a stunning seasonal dessert for your next festive gathering. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the spirit of the season with a festive holiday pie. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to prepare buttery pie crust and a silky, tart and sweet cranberry custard filling. Along with tips for enhancing...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Cozy Seasonal French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace rustic, slow-cooked recipes and seasonal French charm in this comforting menu. This hands-on cooking class will have your ready for chilly evenings and the timeless aromas of the changing seasons. An expert chef teaches you how to prepare a hearty cassoulet and turn nutty brown butter into a vegetable side...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Japanese Favorites - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore classic flavors from the streets of Tokyo in this fun twist on date night. This hands-on cooking class showcases signature Japanese cuisine in a collection of popular dishes. Throughout the class, you’ll elevate your kitchen skills while exploring Japanese culinary traditions with guidance from an expert...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Classics Made Modern - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Traditional steakhouse cuisine gets a contemporary upgrade in this gourmet lesson. In this hands-on cooking class, you and your partner will take steakhouse specialties to the next level with techniques from an expert chef. Learn fundamental methods for searing steak and assembling fresh shrimp cocktail. Boozy...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Holiday
French Bistro Charm
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master timeless techniques from French cuisine with a cozy bistro menu. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll practice fundamental methods that transform simple dishes into something extraordinary. With tips from an expert chef, you’ll mix up homemade vinaigrette and sear meat to perfection, enhancing the flavor...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French Countryside Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Journey to the vineyards and chateaus of Burgundy with a rustic French staple. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the enduring traditions of French cuisine. Learn tips from an expert chef as you craft the centerpiece of this country feast, hearty beef bourguignon. Balance the richness with a tangy salad, then...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French-Inspired Steak Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate steak night with refined methods from classic French cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to enhance steak night – or any meal – with a touch of French finesse. An expert chef will teach you timeless techniques such as emulsifying vinaigrette and reducing flavorful pan sauce. Finish...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Timeless French Elegance
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the sophistication and refinement of five-star French cuisine. In this gourmet cooking class, an expert chef shares time-honored techniques from classical French kitchens to create an elevated dining experience. You’ll learn how to prepare iconic dishes by applying traditional methods to high-quality...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Heart-warming Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft cozy cool-season dishes inspired by Italy with your special someone. This hands-on cooking class highlights comforting recipes to keep you warm on chilly evenings as the seasons begin to change. Drawing from Italian traditions, an expert chef will teach you how to braise a hearty dish to serve with rich, velvety...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Heirloom French Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the rich heritage of French cooking with an iconic kitchen brand. In this hands-on cooking class featuring Le Creuset, an expert chef teaches you to craft classic French dishes using premium cookware. From searing steak to layering gratin, you’ll expand your culinary repertoire with fundamental techniques...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Classic French Cooking With Le Creuset
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate traditional French cuisine with one of the world’s most iconic kitchen brands. This immersive cooking class highlights the timeless allure of French cuisine and the unending versatility of cast iron cookware. Throughout this lesson, an expert chef teaches essential techniques from pan-frying chicken and...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Saucier’s Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate everyday recipes with homemade gourmet sauces. In this skills-focused cooking class, your chef instructor demystifies the art of making smooth, flavorful sauces. You’ll learn tips for crafting silky hollandaise with fragrant saffron to pair with seared salmon. Then, mix up tangy shallot-dijon vinaigrette to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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