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Spice up your recipe rotation with hands-on cooking classes in the Bay Area! Talented local chefs have put together an assortment of curated menus that suit any skill level, taste, diet or preference. Whether you want to learn how to recreate your favorite restaurant dish or dive into a cuisine you've never tried before, there are cooking classes that fit the bill. Browse all options and book your favorite today!

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Dim Sum Essentials

Dim Sum Essentials

$109

Cooking Class

Learn how to create your own dim sum spread in this hands-on cooking class! Chef Mike will teach you all the essential tricks and techniques needed to craft these bite-sized Chinese favorites. You'll make delectable dumplings, savory fried rice, crispy vegetables and flaky scallion pancakes all from scratch. By the end, you'll have an incredibly unique collection of small bites, each bursting with its own special blend of ingredients and flavors. MENUFlaky...
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Chef Mike

Verified Chef
Chef Mike, San Francisco
2 reviews
Next date: Tue, May 24th at 11:00AM

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Chinese Dumplings and Dessert

Chinese Dumplings and Dessert

$95

Cooking Class

Bring your sweet tooth as you join Chef Grace on a tour of China through the delectable art of dumplings and desserts. Fine dishes and traditional desserts are her specialty. She'll guide you through the creation of a crisp and creamy Hong Kong egg tart. You'll also prepare Shanghai-style wonton soup. A sweet and chewy steamed sticky rice cake follows this unique meal. MENUShanghai Style Wonton Hong Kong Egg Tart Steamed Sticky Rice Cake...
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Chef Grace

Verified Chef
Chef Grace, San Francisco
3 reviews
Next date: Wed, May 25th at 1:00PM

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North Indian Vegetarian Cooking

North Indian Vegetarian Cooking

$129

Cooking Class

Explore a vibrant vegetarian menu inspired by North Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Pooja. The chef will guide you as you prepare three courses of regional dishes starting with hara bhara kebabs, a popular snack filled with potatoes and peas. Next, learn how to build layers of complex flavor into a creamy paneer butter masala while practicing the techniques to perfect onion jeera pulao rice. For dessert, enjoy a traditional spiced a...
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Chef Pooja

Verified Chef
Chef Pooja, San Francisco
1 review
Next date: Wed, May 25th at 2:00PM

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Mood-Boosting Brain Food

Mood-Boosting Brain Food

$109

Cooking Class

Learn easy-to-master techniques and delicious recipes that will enhance your mood.Chef Parsati is ready to teach you how to use fresh ingredients known for their ability to reduce stress and anxiety to prepare a menu of flavorful, mood-enhancing dishes in this hands-on cooking class! You’ll create an avocado dip with mint and cilantro to whet your appetite, before cooking a satisfying braised salmon steak seasoned with fennel and caraway seeds. A hearty...
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Chef Parsati

Verified Chef
Chef Parsati, San Jose
20 reviews
Next date: Thu, May 26th at 3:00PM

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Passport to Spain

Passport to Spain

$129

Cooking Class

Chef Daniel's hands-on cooking class will transport you to sunny Spain and build up your confidence in the kitchen. Learn how to approach paella, the national dish of Spain, as well as a tempting array of traditional tapas that bring a modern twist to bold, Old World flavors. In this fun, informative class, you'll brush up on your knife skills and learn everything you need to know about the rice varietals and exotic spices that comprise the perfect paella....
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Chef Daniel

Verified Chef
Chef Daniel, San Francisco
12 reviews
Next date: Sat, May 28th at 11:00AM

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A Taste of Germany

A Taste of Germany

$125

Cooking Class

The rich, rustic flavors of German cuisine come to life in this hearty European meal! Let Chef Dirk introduce you to the delicious possibilities of German recipes in this hands-on cooking class.You'll begin with grilled appetizers that combine meat and vegetables with melted cheese before creating a Schweitzer Art green salad with pancetta and vinaigrette. For your entrée, prepare a Jägerschnitzel robed in mushroom cream sauce and served with spätzle. F...
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Chef Dirk

Verified Chef
Chef Dirk, San Francisco
2 reviews
Next date: Sat, May 28th at 12:00PM

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An Exploration of Thai Cuisine

An Exploration of Thai Cuisine

$95

Cooking Class

Discover the enchantment of Thai cooking in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham. You'll learn techniques and explore native ingredients as you prepare a sumptuous gourmet Asian-Pacific meal from start to finish. Begin with chicken and coconut milk soup, a creamy creation that blends the sweet and savory. Then, prepare pad thai noodles studded with fresh shrimp, eggs and tofu. For your entrée, a perfectly spiced green curry beef and eggplant dish....
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Chef Elham

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Chef Elham, San Francisco
2 reviews
Next date: Sun, May 29th at 11:00AM

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Pizza From Napoli

Pizza From Napoli

$125

Cooking Class

Learn to prepare traditional Neapolitan-style pizza from scratch in this cooking class with Chef James. He'll share his step-by-step process for creating the perfect dough from scratch, stretching and shaping it like the pizzerias do and choosing the right toppings for an authentic Neapolitan pizza combination. Chef James will also provide a selection of side dishes and a dessert, providing a complete pizza experience straight from the Old Country!Dough is...
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Chef James

Verified Chef
Chef James, San Francisco
6 reviews
Next date: Thu, Jun 2nd at 6:00PM

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Summer in the Mediterranean

Summer in the Mediterranean

$75

Cooking Class

The summer flavors of the Italian coast are vibrant, inviting and accessible in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Charles. Get a taste of both Mediterranean and Moroccan influences through these summery dishes, beginning with a summer squash salad topped with toasted almonds and a simple vinaigrette. Then learn how to braise chicken thighs until perfectly cooked and enjoy over creamy mascarpone polenta. End the meal with a light and sweet dessert of ho...
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Chef Charles

Verified Chef
Chef Charles, San Francisco
1 review
Next date: Sat, Jun 4th at 6:00PM

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Burmese Cuisine

Burmese Cuisine

$109

Cooking Class

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sara, you'll learn how to prepare traditional Burmese dishes. First, you'll make latto, an iconic Burmese noodle salad. Then, Chef Sara will teach you how to cook a Kauswer, a Burmese-style coconut noodle soup featuring succulent chicken and fresh eggs, flavored with lemon, cilantro and the heat of fresh chili. It's a unique class packed with flavor and fun.MENUVegetarian options availableLatto Burmese Noodle SaladK...
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Chef Sara

Verified Chef
Chef Sara, San Francisco
1 review
Next date: Tue, Jun 7th at 5:00PM

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Perfect Pastry Brunch

Perfect Pastry Brunch

$105

Cooking Class

Hone your pastry skills as you prepare a delicious brunch menu of sweet and savory baked goods in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Libby will teach you how to work with different kinds of pastry dough, custard and more. To begin, you'll combine caramelized onions, tomatoes, and mozzarella into a handmade pastry crust and bake it into a flaky, golden galette. Then you'll prepare sweet apple scones topped with handmade caramel. Wrap up class by learning how...
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Chef Libby

Verified Chef
Chef Libby, San Francisco
1 review
Next date: Sat, Jun 11th at 10:00AM

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Fresh Italian Spread

Fresh Italian Spread

$125

Cooking Class

This exciting cooking class centers on Italian cuisine, using simple ingredients and time-honored techniques. Chef Eric will teach you how to make fresh pasta dough, savory side dishes and authentic sauces. You’ll first prepare refreshing antipasto skewers with tomatoes, artichokes, pepperoncini and olives. Next, you’ll handcraft pasta, which will be topped with a bold Bolognese sauce (or vegetarian substitute) and a rich pesto sauce. For dessert, Chef...
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Chef Eric

Verified Chef
Chef Eric, San Francisco
1 review
Next date: Fri, Jun 24th at 4:00PM

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