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Cooking Classes for Beginners in Portland

Discover cooking classes for beginners with top-rated chefs in Portland.

There's no experience necessary in cooking classes for beginners in Portland. All you need are a love of great food and a willingness to learn! Discover the secrets to kitchen success no matter where your tastes lie, everything from four-course meals to specialty desserts. If you love to eat it, you can create it. And the instructors you'll learn from have a special talent for helping novice chefs understand food in a new way. Get your culinary adventure started with a cooking class for beginners today!

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Sushi Making With Chef Sarah at a Local Brewery

~~$99~~ $59.99 incl. all fees

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Under the guidance of Chef Sarah, you'll discover just how easy it is to make sushi by hand in this cooking class!To start, you'll learn the recipe to make traditional seasoned sushi rice. Spread out the rice on nori sheets, then layer smoked salmon, cream cheese and cucumber to create a rich Philadelphia roll. Next, assemble a spicy tuna roll with sushi-grade tuna and a homemade spicy sauce. You'll master the technique of using a sushi mat to roll up your...

Chef Sarah I., Portland - Argay Terrace

30 reviews

Next date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 7:00PM

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Make Sushi With Chef Sarah

~~$99~~ $59.99 incl. all fees

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Roll into Japanese flavor with this sushi cooking class featuring spicy tuna and Philly rolls.This sushi cooking class with Chef Sarah is the ultimate intro to DIY sushi, no experience needed. You’ll kick things off by making seasoned sushi rice the traditional way, then get hands-on layering smoked salmon, cream cheese and cucumber for your own Philly roll. Next up: a spicy tuna roll made with fresh sushi-grade tuna and a homemade sauce. Learn how to ro...

Chef Sarah I., Portland - Montavilla

30 reviews

Next date: Tue, Sep 16th at 7:00PM

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Pasta Making With Chef Sarah at a Local Brewery

~~$99~~ $59.99 incl. all fees

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Discover how easy making homemade pasta can be in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sarah!To make pasta presto, you'll first learn how to make the dough. Combine flour, water and salt into a simple dough. Then, master the technique to knead and shape it. Chef Sarah will teach you how to cut assorted shapes and how to cook them until al dente. Then, whip up a rich browned butter sauce seasoned with sage and garlic to pair with your pasta. At the end of...

Chef Sarah I., Portland - Southeast Portland

30 reviews

Next date: Wed, Sep 17th at 7:00PM

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Pasta Making With Chef Sarah

~~$99~~ $59.99 incl. all fees

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Enjoy this pasta cooking class where you'll mix, shape and sauce your way to comfort food bliss.Roll up your sleeves and dive into the cozy joy of homemade pasta in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Sarah. You’ll start with just flour, water and salt but by the end, you’ll be shaping your own fresh noodles like a total pasta pro. Learn to knead, cut and cook your dough to al dente perfection, then top it off with a dreamy brown butter sauce infused...

Chef Sarah I., Portland - Montavilla

30 reviews

Next date: Sun, Sep 21st at 1:00PM

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Make a Rustic Italian Meal With Chef Sarah

$129.99 incl. all fees

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Transport yourself to the Italian countryside with this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Sarah, you'll learn how to make an authentic Italian feast. Begin with a refreshing Caprese salad made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil drizzled with olive oil. Next, make savory bacon-wrapped dates and crostinis for an unforgettable antipasti. Stuff the dates with blue cheese and finish with a tangy balsamic glaze and a citrus arugula salad...

Chef Sarah I., Travels to guests within Portland area

30 reviews

Next date: Fri, Sep 5th at 6:00PM

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Cuisine From Northern India

$129.99 incl. all fees

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You'll learn how to make classic dishes from Northern Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Tess will teach you the basic techniques and essentials to make these five dishes. To begin, make a garlic naan from scratch. Then, make a creamy chicken tikka masala with yogurt, tomato sauce and garam masala. Next, use paneer cheese and spinach to make saag paneer. Later, share the dough into classic Inian samosas filled with veggies. Finish the meal...

Chef Tess, West Linn

14 reviews

Next date: Thu, Sep 25th at 4:00PM

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Fundamental Japanese Flavors

$119.99 incl. all fees

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Learn how to make three Japanese dishes in this cooking class with Chef Sarah!To begin the class, you'll discover the secrets of making a savory miso soup simmered with miso paste, green onions and tofu. Next, master the time-honored technique of making sushi rolls by layering seasoned sushi rice on nori sheets with tuna, imitation crab and vegetables. Roll it up and slice the rolls into bite-sized pieces like a professional. Finally, whip up a tempura bat...

Chef Sarah I., Travels to guests within Portland area

30 reviews

Next date: Fri, Sep 5th at 6:00PM

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Epic Italian Favorites

$119.99 incl. all fees

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Join this fun and easy pasta-focused cooking class where you'll learn to make a full Italian meal from scratch.You'll start by putting together a fresh Caprese salad with ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil. Next, you’ll roll out your own pasta dough and mix up a bright green pesto using spinach, basil and walnuts. And for the main dish, herb-roasted chicken, seasoned with lemon, rosemary, oregano and thyme. Then, you'll cool down with a...

Chef Sarah I., Travels to guests within Portland area

30 reviews

Next date: Fri, Sep 5th at 6:00PM

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE COOKING CLASSES IN PORTLAND

Lisa

08/31/2025

Sarah was amazing and fun! She helped us with regular cooking skills, not just the sushi, that was great! The sushi we made was so easy and good. We will be spreading the word to go see her and we are looking forward to taking more classes with her. She is so friendly and treats us with grace when we get confused or need extra help. I highly recommend her for sure!!

Brittany

10/03/2023

This was an incredible Class! I was worried that I have very limited cooking experience but the chef did an amazing job of walking us through step by step! It was a great balance of cooking, learning, and having a great time. I can’t wait to take another cooking Class.

Shelly

05/14/2023

We had a great time in his class today!

Maya

02/11/2020

The teacher was awesome! Made new friends and learned to make a yummy dish!

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