Beginner Cooking Classes in San Diego
In a stress-free and fun environment, gourmet chefs will inspire and delight you with a selection of succulent cuisine from around the world. Whether you have always dreamed of creating authentic Mexican tacos or want to surprise your guests with Belgian waffles made from scratch, there is no shortage of exciting dishes to explore. Book one of these San Diego beginner cooking classes today!
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Fresh Summer Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mastering chef-verified seasonal blends and textures. This chef-led cooking class presents a menu featuring fresh ingredients and summer-themed dishes. Participants will learn to prepare flank steak with a zesty relish, a fresh stone fruit salad with arugula and goat cheese, and sweet seasonal fruits with crème...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Smiles and Slices
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Relish seasonal grilled pizza and more. Craft a menu with the flavors of the season in this cooking class, focusing on blending summer flavors into a curated menu. Participants learn to grill a delicious pizza, pair it with creamy cheese and zesty peppers, and create a fresh salad with juicy nectarines, arugula, and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Sauced and Loaded
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Find the Simplicity in gourmet meals made just right. Join a cooking class where you'll learn to balance seasonings for a flavorful one-pan dish of tender chicken and fluffy couscous. The chef will teach you how to prepare fresh tomatoes, pickled red onions, and a light dressing for a colorful side dish. Finally,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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The Ultimate Summer Grill
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fire up the grill for some summer menu essentials. Fire up the grill for a cooking class featuring a summer-inspired menu. Gain tips and techniques for creating the perfect summer grilling menu. On the agenda is apricot glazed chicken, feta vinaigrette, and a soft polenta—all made better with the grill. For dessert,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Pasta La Vista
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the secrets to making homemade pasta. Figure out the craft of homemade pasta and why it's worth the effort in this hands-on cooking class. You will learn essential pasta techniques—from mixing and rolling dough to cutting pappardelle noodles and filling ravioli. We’ll simmer a hearty Bolognese, put together...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Savoring French Riviera Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Revel in Provencal and Riviera culinary traditions. The perfect French meal awaits you in this cooking class! Your expert chef instructor will teach you how to cook beautifully seared chicken breasts flavored with capers, olives, and roasted lemons. The menu showcases the cuisines of Provence and the French Riviera...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Culinary Tour of France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A Celebration of Brittany and Normandy Cuisine. This cooking class boasts a unique experience in French cuisine, featuring savory crêpes filled with ham and Gruyère, herby compound butter for asparagus, and a seasonal salad. The dessert is a classic apple custard tart topped with brandy-infused cream, celebrating...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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A Sweet Euphony of Pâtisserie Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mastering the Art of Paris-Brest. Test out the pastry chef life in this latest hands-on cooking class! You’ll learn to make pâte à choux and vanilla-praline crème to build an impressive dessert—Paris-Brest. Learn essential baking techniques from top-rated chefs, showcase Northwest French cuisine, and celebrate...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
CHEF’S PLACE
Around the World in Donuts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Exploring International Flavors in Three Sweet Bites. Join an interactive cooking class to explore the delicious world of donuts! An expert chef instructor will guide you through making three global donut creations—Classic French beignets, Mexican churro fritters and Japanese mochi donuts. From making your dough to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Flaky Homemade Goodness
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A Sweet and Savory Guide to Perfect Buttery Croissant. Here is a cooking class for you to learn all about the flaky and buttery goodness that goes into making the perfect French croissant. Top-rated chefs will teach you all about mixing and laminating dough plus shaping and baking croissants. By the end of this 3-hour...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
CHEF’S PLACE
Colorful Delights of Summer
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfecting Blissful Summer Confections. Summer flavors shine in this 3-hour chef-led cooking class, the star being the all-so-delightful macarons! You'll create two tasty flavors—s’mores and cherry cheesecake, creating the perfect batter, piping the ideal shape, mixing up delicious fillings, and assembling your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
CHEF’S PLACE
Sweet and Tangy Thai
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets to creating some of Thailand's most popular dishes in this cooking class. Thai food is a treat for the taste buds; learn to prepare it in this cooking class. Grill shrimp to serve alongside refreshing cucumber and peanut salad for a sweet and tangy sensation. Then, prepare the quintessential...
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Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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