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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Knife Work with Wüsthof
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice fundamental knife skills with premium Wüsthof knives. This skills-focused cooking class will have you slicing, dicing and chopping with the precision of a professional chef. With feedback from your chef instructor, you’ll master quick, efficient food prep and build confidence in the kitchen as you craft a...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Dreamy Chocolate Desserts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a decadent trio of chocolate treats with tips from an expert chef. In this cooking class for chocolate lovers, tap into your inner pastry chef to create handmade chocolate delights. A world-class instructor teaches you how to infuse ganache with espresso and amaretto to make indulgent truffles. Then, coat...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French Celebration Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join this festive anniversary celebration with an elegant French menu. In this immersive cooking class, you’re invited to join the party and learn to prepare a decadent menu featuring French classics. Simmer chicken and white wine for coq au vin and whip potatoes into silky pommes purée. Then, for dessert, the chef...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Chinese Small Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare your favorite Chinese appetizers using traditional techniques. Join an esteemed chef for this cooking class focused on delicious dim sum recipes. Practice making two types of dumplings using techniques like forming, folding, pleating and steaming. You'll also make fluffy steamed buns stuffed with...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Summer Salmon on the Patio
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate summer's flavors all season long. Enjoy the bounties of summer with this cooking class designed to bring new and exciting flavors to backyard get-togethers. Master techniques for grilling salmon to flaky perfection. Simmer an herb and veggie sauce and a creamy risotto. Share refreshing sweet tea and end the...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Seasonal Summer Specialties
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Put summer flavors at the top of your warm weather to-do list. Prepare for backyard cookouts and summer soirées with this cooking class. Join a gourmet chef who will guide you as you prepare a flank steak and dice a zesty relish from corn and tomatillos. Learn how to pit and slice stone fruit to serve with arugula...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Fresh Fruit and Pizza Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to use summer flavors to enhance any menu. Plan the perfect family dinner by joining this cooking class focused on fresh flavors and seasonal produce. Learn how to grill a zesty pizza with a blend of smoky and spicy flavors. Practice peeling nectarines, tossing arugula and preparing creamy burrata cheese for...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Fresh from Summer
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Pick up new techniques and delicious recipes to share with family and friends. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class features a full menu of flavor-filled dishes. Learn how to use seasonings and one-pan methods for a tender chicken and couscous dish. Master knife techniques for slicing tomatoes, pickled red...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Seasonal Gourmet Grilling
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Boost your grilling know-how with fun and interactive sessions. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class is designed for grilling gurus of all levels. Learn how to mix up an apricot glaze for tender grilled chicken. Make a fresh salad topped with a feta vinaigrette. You'll also prepare sweet corn and basil for a...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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Scratch-Made Pasta Perfection
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare an authentic Italian pasta menu. Bring the flavors and techniques of traditional Italian cuisine to your skill set with this cooking class. Join an esteemed chef to learn how to mix and roll dough into pappardelle noodles and pockets of ravioli. Simmer a savory Bolognese and prepare a nutty brown...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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South of France Culinary Journey
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embark on a taste-filled journey to the south of France. Plan the perfect French menu by joining this fun and interactive cooking class. Designed for all levels of home chefs, you'll learn how to sear chicken breasts combined with capers, olives and roasted lemons. Master the techniques needed to create a...
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Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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French Culinary Exploration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into the culture and cuisine of Brittany and Normandy. Learn how to create French flavors at home with this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will deliver step-by-step instructions for preparing crêpes filled with ham and Gruyère. Mix an herb compound butter to go with fresh asparagus. Assemble a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andrea or Resident Chef
Palo Alto
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