Vegetarian Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

Meat-eaters don't get to have all the dumpling fun, as this interactive cooking class dedicated to vegetarian dumplings demonstrates. Chef Edmund has an exciting lesson to share with plant-based diners who love authentic Asian delights! You'll use fresh ingredients to create a tender dumpling dough before filling it with a hearty blend of greens, mushrooms and tofu. Learn to assemble your own customized dumpling sauce to make them even more delicious. You'...

Master the techniques of vegetarian izakaya selections in this Japanese cooking class. Chef Parsati leads this fun and interactive session as you learn how to roll sushi and stir-fry fresh ingredients. You'll start with Japanese spiced edamame beans before diving into terminator sushi made with tofu, avocado, cucumber, unagi sauce and spicy wasabi. Next up are sumptuous yakisoba noodles with fresh vegetables and a smoky sweet-and-sour sauce. End with a gre...

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...

Learn the secrets to creating creamy risotto in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Daniel. With his expert guidance, you'll discover how simple it is to prepare rich, sumptuous risotto that you'll be excited to serve your friends and family. You can also look forward to antipasto and dessert made with authentic Italian ingredients.Your evening will start with antipasto featuring the complimentary flavors of crostini, pesto and ricotta. Then, explore the...

Discover a passion for vegan food during this immersive gourmet Korean cooking class. A world-class chef will guide you through the authentic and contemporary techniques of building a menu of Korean-style dishes with plant-based ingredients. Begin your adventure with vegetable pancakes known as bindaetteok involving mung beans and kimchi. Continue down the path with rice, soup and banchan side dishes. Design a main course of acorn starch cakes tossed with...

Make authentic North Indian vegetarian dishes in this cooking class with Chef Rajeswari. This hands-on class focuses on traditional recipes that use simple ingredients and classic spice combinations to create delicious, meat-free meals. The class starts with aloo mattar sabzi, a comforting potato and green pea curry simmered with warm spices. Next, you’ll cook a rich and creamy paneer butter masala that’s always a crowd favorite. Chef Rajeswari will al...

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Parsati will teach you how to prepare four vegetarian Indian dishes from minimal fresh ingredients, so you can feel confident cooking up comforting and healthy weeknight meals. You will first use lentils, spices and garlic to cook a hearty yellow dal fry before whipping up an onion and mint raita dip to serve on the side with crispy papadam crackers. You'll follow your starter with a rich and savory cauliflower and pota...

Chef James brings the rustic tastes of Italy's landscape to your table with vegetarian cooking classes. Begin with an antipasti course of Spanish olives, anchovies, artisan cheeses and Acme olive bread. Next, you'll prepare a primo gem salad with oranges, sherry vinegar and olio nuovo. Your entrée is handmade potato gnocchi with San Marzano tomatoes, cream and hot pepper. For dessert, enjoy a rich and creamy postre la quesada with local berries.MENUAntipa...

Sharpen your knife skills with Chef Daniel in this fascinating, hands-on cooking class.You'll slice, dice and julienne your way through a three-course French menu while learning professional tips for knife grip, blade maintenance and choosing the right knife for each task. You'll start by creating a traditional mirepoix, which allows you to practice precise cuts on carrots, celery and onions. Then, you'll move on to more advanced techniques like breaking d...

Create a variety of unique Indian dishes locals love in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati. Across four courses, you'll discover what India has to offer without needing your passport. Start with a vegan tofu tandoori with aromatic spices and pickled onions. Next, you'll create a hearty bowl of cholae masala garbanzo peas cooked in a tomato-based gravy with Indian spices. You'll also learn how to prepare fresh peas pulao with basmati rice. For de...

Your favorite pies get a plant-forward makeover in an exciting pizza-centered cooking class from Chef Daniel. He'll reveal the secrets for preparing primo homemade pizzas with wholesome plant-based goodness in every bite! You'll create a classic pizza dough entirely from scratch. Then, prepare luxe combinations of vegan mozzarella & ricotta, basil, garlic and pine nuts for a pesto pizza and assemble vegan Parmesan cheese and creamy cashew milk for a te...

Explore the flavors of Indian cuisine in this immersive cooking class with Chef Parsati.The class begins by making a chaat, mouth-watering hors d'oeuvres including crispy papad, chutneys and vegetables. Next, stir-fry potatoes with aromatic spices to make a tandoori aloo served with a cooling yogurt sauce. Next, make a vegan biryani with jasmine rice and saffron and a homemade yogurt raita. End the class on a sweet note with a mango barfi, a fudge-like des...