Beginner Cooking Classes in San Jose
Professional chefs love teaching San Jose’s fledgling cooks! Everyone started somewhere, and even the best chefs are no different. Many chefs say beginner cooking classes are their favorites. They remember sharpening their first knife, tying their first aprons strings and needing guidance just like you do. You’ll love becoming a chef. There’s no better way to learn to cook than with a professional! Book today for a flavorful first foray into cooking! Try a class today.
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Seasonal Bakery Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master essential baking skills with festive, fall-inspired treats. This baking-focused cooking class elevates your skills with expert tips and hands-on practice. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll make a glossy buttermilk glaze for fragrant pumpkin donuts. Then, perfect your pastry technique as you roll out dough...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Gourmet Filled Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft classic croissants from scratch along with sweet and savory fillings. In this in-depth cooking class, you’ll explore croissant-making traditions with an expert chef as your guide. Learn to make two types of croissants from start to finish with savory roasted leek with Gruyère and decadent dark...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Thanksgiving Upgraded
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Update the classic turkey dinner with a creative gourmet touch. In this holiday-themed cooking class, you’ll give classic dishes a modern refresh with tips from a world-class chef. Traditional stuffed turkey becomes Turchetta, a rolled and roasted turkey creation inspired by Italian porchetta. Pair your innovative...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Cozy Ravioli
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft two types of fall-inspired ravioli perfect for chilly weather. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll practice making pasta from scratch to transform into plump, flavorful ravioli finished with homemade sauces. With tips from the chef, you'll create pillowy ravioli stuffed with silky butternut squash coated...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Cozy Harvest Flavors with Breville
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate comforting autumn flavors elevated with innovative Breville kitchen tools. This special cooking class elevates festive harvest ingredients with the ease of top-notch Breville appliances. Guided by the chef, you’ll create depth of flavor in hot honey chicken with a smoking gun and reduce prep time with a...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Inspiring Indian Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master essential techniques for crafting vibrant Indian dishes at home. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef teaches fundamental methods for creating an array of signature Indian dishes in your own kitchen. You’ll learn tips for developing the rich flavors of curry and making flaky chapati bread. Batter...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Elegant French Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the patisserie-worthy possibilities of a fundamental French dough. This in-depth cooking class showcases the versatility of laminated dough - the base of many flaky French treats. After mastering the lamination process with tips from the chef, you’ll prepare a selection of sophisticated French pastries....
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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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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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Holiday Meals Made Easy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Replace the stress of holiday dining with confidence and creativity. In this skill-driven cooking class, you’ll master fundamental techniques to enhance your holiday menus. Practice seasoning, herb-brining and roasting poultry along with tips for carving your juicy centerpiece. Then, learn how to elevate classic...
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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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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover the ease and simplicity of making soup from scratch with Chef Elham. Soups are a fantastic addition to your culinary collection. In this cooking class with Chef Elham, you'll learn how to properly prepare ingredients and cook soup to perfection.
Begin with the basics of soup making: Learn how to plan ahead...
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Verified Chef
Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Team Building Activity
Culinary Creations
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Invite your team to an exciting team-building cooking class outside the office. They will discover how to elevate their culinary skills with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients as they work together to make four courses of elevated...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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