Cooking Classes in San Francisco
Best Cooking Classes in San Francisco for your next culinary journey
Although the Golden Gate City is known for its rich sunsets, rolling hills and, of course, the Golden Gate Bridge, cooking classes in San Francisco prove that the city’s wealth goes far beyond mere geography. Whether you’re in Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf or North Beach, there are countless culinary classes in San Francisco to choose from, led by esteemed chefs who are just waiting to teach you their trade. Themes range from vegan French cuisine to custom pizzas and everything in between. As the culinary capital of California, the influences on the city’s food scene are truly global, making it the ultimate destination for those hoping to hone their kitchen skills. Sound like you? Then book a cooking class in San Francisco today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
4-Course Seasonal Lunch
$175
Cooking Class + Market Tour
$175
Accompany Chef James on a farmers' market tour, then prepare and enjoy a four-course lunch in his home. Are you curious to learn about how a chef goes about choosing their ingredients? This is a great opportunity to shop with Chef James at the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market, plan your meal and ultimately prepare a...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Refined Knife Skills
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn basic and advanced knife techniques to improve your efficiency and safety in the kitchen. This hands-on cooking class focuses on essential knife practices as an expert chef shows you how to slice, dice, julienne, and chop like a pro. You'll put your skills to work creating a beautiful French-inspired menu,...
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Chef Daniel
San Francisco (Potrero Hill)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
American Classics With a Vegan Twist
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Make your favorite American dishes using plant-based ingredients. See how delicious vegan cuisine can be in this immersive cooking class. Chef Maggie will teach you how to make your favorite American meals vegan. First, make spicy cauliflower buffalo bites and a vegan ranch dressing for dipping. Fry up zucchini...
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Chef Maggie
Serving the Bay Area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Vegetarian Italian
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create a delectable vegetarian Italian meal with Chef James. Learn how to make a rustic, vegetarian four-course Italian meal in this dynamic hands-on cooking class.
The class begins with an antipasti course comprised of a seasonal appetizer such as “pimientos del Padron” (seasonal May through October),...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Vegan Spanish Fare
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Dive into Spanish cuisine that feels just as great as it tastes. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Daniel will teach you how to make three authentic Spanish recipes completely from scratch using only vegan ingredients.
Begin this plant-based class by preparing perfect patatas bravas with paprika and olive oil...
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Chef Daniel
San Francisco (Potrero Hill)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sardinian Gnocchi
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create a signature gnocchi recipe from Sardinia with Chef James. If you are already familiar with Italian gnocchi, then you will love Chef James’ gnocchetti sardi. Unlike conventional gnocchi, Sardinian gnocchetti contains no potato, and is made with semolina flour. Chef James’ passion for cooking is well-paired...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Journey Through Germany
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Join Chef Dirk for a culinary tour of his home country, Germany, and its neighbors. In this hands-on class, Chef Dirk invites you to join him for a spectacular culinary experience.
Chef Dirk will share with you the skills and techniques to prepare a menu featuring authentic German, Swiss, and Austrian cuisine, as...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF’S PLACE
Vegan Pizza Creations
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover healthy, fresh ingredients to revamp your favorite vegan pizzas. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn how to make extraordinary vegan mozzarella bocconcini, vegan mascarpone and vegan ricotta. These plant-based cheeses are perfect for pizzas and versatile enough for dishes like Caprese salad, taking...
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Chef Daniel
San Francisco (Potrero Hill)
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Artisan Pasta Creation
$149
Market Tour + Cooking Class
$149
Tour an artisan grocer then create brilliant dishes inspired by the season's best produce. Chef James will utilize his impressive culinary expertise to provide a fun and enlightening tour of an artisan grocer followed by an incredible cooking experience that is sure to wow your senses.
After selecting the best...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Italian With Modern Influences
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy creating a gourmet Italian feast with Chef Dirk. In this hands-on class, Chef Dirk will teach you everything you need to know to create an elegant, gourmet Italian four-course feast that fuses classic and modern gastronomy. You'll even learn how to classically set a spectacular dinner table in the fashion of a...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Provence Bouillabaisse
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Learn the art of creating the ultimate traditional French bouillabaisse with Chef James. If there is one dish that represents the South of France it’s bouillabaisse, and in this class you will learn the method behind making it yourself. Chef James has years of experience and is ready to share his trade secrets with...
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Chef James
San Francisco (Haight-Ashbury)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Asian European Fusion
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Embark on a unique cross-continental culinary journey through Asia and Europe with Chef Dirk. Having lived in or traveled to more than 20 countries, Chef Dirk has a unique collection of culinary knowledge and experience that he will share with you in this hands-on cooking class.
Chef Dirk will take you on journey...
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Chef Dirk
San Francisco
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Francisco
How much do cooking classes in San Francisco cost?
The cost for each cooking class varies based on the chef the course you choose and the size of your group. Every course listing on this page displays a starting price and any fees that might apply, with a tiering structure used to calculate costs based on class details and headcount. Overall, your per-person cost can be anywhere from $59 to $100 or more.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Anyone with a taste for learning how to cook will enjoy these cooking classes, regardless of their skill level. Beginning, intermediate and advanced chefs alike can enjoy guided instruction in top-tier techniques and first-rate menus. Colleagues can enjoy a cooking session where collaboration is the key to success, while younger cooks and families can gather in the kitchen for a lesson in cooperation. And If you are looking to spice up your social life, you'll find singles cooking experiences, couples courses and date night experiences that put you in the mood to savor a more delicious side of life.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With the best cooking classes in San Francisco at your disposal you can expect to learn how to elevate your culinary game with one of the city's most creative instructors. You'll have all the ingredients and tools you need to complete your menu, allowing you to concentrate on your lesson as it rolls out. Enjoy kitchen time with other cooks from around the city and maybe even find fellow foodies to connect up with. You'll sharpen your skills and enhance your gourmet instincts in an easygoing atmosphere free from stress. Depending on the session, you may be able to enjoy your creations together.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master the art of homemade pasta, learn to create your own bakery-level breads, make better use of your backyard grill and more. All culinary classes in the catalog expose you to a variety of culinary methods worth perfecting, such as the best way to use your chef knives and becoming more proficient with your kitchen appliances. You'll also explore techniques from around the world, whether your learning to prepare flatbread in the time-tested manner of the Mediterranean, pan-searing a steak in the best bistro tradition or crafting sauces and dressings like a true gourmet chef.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
With cooking classes in San Francisco, you have the perfect setting for enriching your life with your favorite people at your side. The benefits of these cooking coursestake you beyond the chance to expand your culinary know-how. You'll level up your self-confidence by elevating your skills while conjuring incredible dishes with people who share your passion for gourmet creativity. You'll explore the flavors of cultures from around the world while celebrating your most special occasions. From collaborating with colleagues in Chinatown to hanging with your besties in Pacific Heights, you'll create memories that sweeten your life.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You'll find a wide variety of courses in San Francisco to choose from, whether you're hoping to master the art of baking your own sourdough, create pristine French macarons or investigate the hearty traditions of Southern comfort food. As a coastal city, Frisco abounds with possibilities of local favorites in seafood classes that bring the best of the bay into the kitchen. Create premium dishes similar to those served at Fog Harbor Fish House and Waterbar for a top-notch seafood experience. And for something a little further off the coast, Thai, Chinese and Japanese menus are featured in some of the best cooking classes for the occasion.
Where do the classes take place?
Classes usually take place at either your house, the chef instructor's house or a pre-chosen third-party venue suitable for the session. Sometimes, you may find a cooking course near you in which the chef instructor arrives onsite at a workspace or separate venue to provide a team building or similar experience. For these courses, the instructor will bring all ingredients and supplies necessary for the class. You'll find a map image included in every listing to let you know where the class will take place, whether it's a seafood class in Chinatown or a dim sum session at Fisherman's Wharf.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Francisco
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.