Cooking Classes in San Jose
Best Cooking Classes in San Jose for your next culinary journey
In the Capital of Silicon Valley there is a busy and highly-discerning crowd to feed, making the selection of cooking classes in San Jose one of the most exciting anywhere in the country. Whether you’re exploring Little Saigon, Japantown or San Pedro Square, there are plenty of renowned nearby chefs who promise to teach you industry hacks and delectable recipes to help up your home-cooking game. What’s more, cooking courses in San Jose are an experience everybody can enjoy — even the kids! Whether you want to rustle up the flavors of Beijing or your own selection of chocolate confections, you may well find it difficult to choose just one. Whatever takes your fancy, be sure to book your cooking class in San Jose today!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Flavors of Beijing
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Explore the unique flavors of Chinese Shandong cuisine with Chef Wen. Immerse yourself in the traditions of this world-famous cuisine with Chef Wen as you learn how to craft traditional dishes brimming with flavor. Master the art of Chinese cooking as you work your way through four classic dishes.
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Chef Wen
Serving the San Jose area
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Handcrafted Italian Meal
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to craft flavorful Italian dishes from scratch. Dive into the wonderful world of Italian cuisine in this fun and immersive cooking class. Led by the expert Chef Karen, you will master the art of cooking homemade Italian food from scratch. Learn how to make crispy arancini filled with a roasted tomato...
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Chef Karen
Serving the San Jose area
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Perfecting Sushi Rolls
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Learn how to make a variety of seafood sushi from scratch in this hands-on class. You don't have to be a master in the kitchen to create homemade sushi rolls. In this guided sushi-making class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to make your own nigiri and seafood rolls completely from scratch.
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Vegetarian Japanese Favorites
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to recreate vegetarian versions of Japanese classics with Chef Parsati. Get the full izakaya experience with this hands-on vegetarian cooking class. You'll learn techniques like sushi rolling and stir-frying using fresh produce and traditional Japanese ingredients.
Begin with a starter of Japanese spiced...
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Chef Parsati
San Jose (Edenvale)
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Quintessential Chinese Cooking
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to prepare traditional Chinese dishes to elevate your cooking skills. Journey to Beijing to discover bold and rich flavors in this Northern Chinese cooking class. With over two decades of experience, Chef Wen will train you how to use authentic cooking techniques to create your favorite dishes and...
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Chef Wen
Serving the San Jose area
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Fast and Furious Weeknight Meals
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to prepare a menu of fast weeknight meals that are furiously delicious! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to prepare four dinner entrées using fresh, high-quality ingredients and easy-to-master cooking techniques.
Chef Elham will begin by teaching you the basics of how to...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Authentic Chinese Fare
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Skip takeout and learn how to prepare unique and traditional Chinese meals. Experience authentic cuisine in this Chinese cooking class with Chef Wen. Discover how to pair traditional ingredients with savory flavors to create custom dishes that you'll want to prepare at home time and time again.
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Chef Wen
Serving the San Jose area
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Crêpes & Soufflés
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master two traditional French recipes during this fun, interactive culinary experience. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham, you will learn how to prepare both sweet and savory crêpes and soufflés using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored French culinary techniques.
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Adventures In Thai Cooking
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create a menu of popular traditional Thai recipes sure to tantalize and satisfy! Take a voyage through the enticing flavors of Thai cuisine with Chef Elham in this exciting cooking class! You'll learn a bit of culinary history and develop important kitchen techniques while using fresh ingredients to create authentic...
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Chocolate Confections
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Experience chocolate every which way while you learn to create sinfully delicious chocolate desserts. Join Chef Elham in this interactive cooking class on everything chocolate. Enjoy a savory appetizer platter as you learn all about different types of chocolate and how they're made.
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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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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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Chef Elham
San Jose (Northside)
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Team Building Activity
Creative Cooking Challenge
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Assemble your team and get ready to bring the heat for a thrilling cooking challenge. Challenge your crew to an exciting team building cooking class with an expert chef where everyone will break into smaller teams to put their culinary skills to the ultimate test in an Iron Chef-inspired cooking competition.
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Chef Roddy or Resident Chef
Campbell
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in San Jose
How much do Baking classes in San Jose cost?
Cooking courses in San Jose are based on a tiered structure that is compiled according to things like the menu, the chef, the size of the group and the length of the class. More advanced baking workshops may also be at a higher rate. You can expect most bakery classes to start at $59 and go up to over $100 per person depending on the above details. The starting prices per person can be found at the top of this page. Connect with our concierge team at any time to plan your next baking lesson.
Who are these Baking classes suitable for?
These cooking experiences are suitable for anyone who enjoys having a good time while learning valuable skills. Fun and engaging classes are designed for all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced home chefs. Gather the kids and teens for family classes that focus on essential skills and kitchen confidence. Date nights, team-building experiences, birthday parties and girls’ nights out are all excellent reasons to book a cooking class.
What should I expect during a typical class?
During a typical session, the best cooking classes deliver a big dose of fun and engaging learning opportunities. Talented chefs arrive with all the ingredients, tools, kitchen gear and knowledge needed to conduct an informative session. You’ll watch preparation demonstrations, follow step-by-step instructions and receive answers to any questions you might have. End your course by sampling and sharing the fruits of your labor with the rest of the group.
What Baking techniques and skills will I master?
Baking courses are the perfect way to gather your love of global cultures and local cuisine and combine it with a high level of kitchen confidence and knowledge. In addition to baking bread, rustic pies, decadent chocolate cakes and peanut butter cookies, you can choose to master skills for making Vietnamese bao buns and pho, German strudel and schnitzel or Tex-Mex and California-Fusion cuisine. Learn how to prepare and serve the fresh produce and organic ingredients found at the eclectic food markets and stalls at San Pedro Square, or dive into best practices for creating a San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean seafood buffet.
What are the benefits of taking a Baking class?
Benefits of baking classes in San Jose run the range from gaining confidence in the kitchen and learning essential safety skills to boosting your current skills, meeting like-minded foodies, working with a gourmet chef and discovering new recipes to recreate at home. Sessions are an excellent way to bond with family, friends and colleagues while preparing a delicious menu. You can add in friendly competition by breaking into two groups. Explore the culinary landscape of San Jose and tackle new cuisine from international destinations.
What types of Baking classes/menus can I choose from?
Along with baking classes in San Jose, the vibrant city offers a diverse array of culinary lessons to join with friends, family or colleagues. Whether it’s sushi making, bread baking, pasta making or cake decorating, you’re guaranteed to come away with new-found skills and a set of talents that will last a lifetime. Learn how to prepare authentic Vietnamese pho or the perfect falafels, hearty enchiladas and sweet burnt almond cake inspired by local favorites at Peter’s Bakery, Falafel’s Drive-In or Luna Mexican Kitchen in Alameda.
Where do the classes take place?
Whether you’re preparing fresh seafood, baking crunchy baguettes or grilling juicy steaks, these cooking lessons take place in venues all around the San Jose area. You could meet up at a private chef’s personal studio, at baking schools, at a high-end restaurant or even in the comfort of your own kitchen. Look for a variety of cooking experiences to be held in neighborhoods such as Japantown, the Bay Area, Santana Row and Little Portugal. Connect with our helpful concierge team to discover the top cooking classes near you.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in San Jose
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.