Cooking Classes in San Diego

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Boundless creativity and some of the best foods you've ever tried are what await you in cooking classes in San Diego. With guidance from expert chefs, you'll discover innovative culinary techniques and recipes that will change the way you cook forever. Whether you're an expert looking for inspiration from a talented instructor, or if you're a beginner who wants to learn how to slice, dice and balance various flavors, there are tons of opportunities for you. Check out all of the amazing opportunities that are available to you today!

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Mastering Sushi Favorites

~~$99~~ $55

Cooking Class

Master the art of sushi-rolling in this beginner-friendly cooking class led by Chef Krong. If you've always wanted to learn how to make sushi at home, this class will take you there.You'll start by learning how to prepare perfectly-textured sushi rice and how to expertly slice ingredients like fresh fish and vegetables for sushi-making. Then, put together a classic California roll with crab sticks, avocado and cucumber before rolling up a cream cheese and...

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Chef Krong, San Diego

3 reviews

Next date: Sun, Oct 23rd at 4:00PM

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Make Perfect Pad Thai Everytime

~~$99~~ $55

Cooking Class

Join Chef Krong for this hands-on cooking class exploring the distinct flavors and techniques to make Thailand’s national dish. You will learn how to prepare this beloved noodle dish at home from start to finish. The chef will guide you as you practice your knife skills and discover traditional ingredients such as rice noodles and bean sprouts. Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that do not require any previous experience. Gues...

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Chef Krong, San Diego

3 reviews

Next date: Sun, Oct 23rd at 4:00PM

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Discovering Argentina

$115

Cooking Class

Across four courses, you'll master the art of Argentinian cuisine using fresh ingredients and bold spices in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Laura. Chef Laura will take you on a tour of Argentina creating decadent dishes bursting with unique tastes that are authentic to the country. Explore a variety of cooking techniques while creating crispy baked beef empanadas, hearty grilled steak with chimichurri sauce and earthy sautéed rainbow Swiss chard. F...

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Chef Laura, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 1:00PM

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Timeless Pasta: Master Ricotta Ravioli

$125

Cooking Class

Learn how to prepare perfect pockets of ravioli under the guidance of Chef ShaSha in this interactive cooking class. You'll learn all the basics to create three delicious Italian recipes your friends and family will request over and over. Start with a crunchy bruschetta topped with fresh tomatoes and garlic. Next is homemade ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and topped with a robust sauce. Dessert is a decadent and creamy chocolate mousse.MENUBruschetta W...

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Chef ShaSha, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 1:00PM

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Master Chef Sushi and Knife Skills

$95

Cooking Class

Become the sushi chef you've always dreamed of being in this hands-on class cooking with Chef Zach!You'll learn a range of traditional techniques used by sushi professionals for selecting and safely handing raw fish, using your sushi knife and crafting impressive garnishes for your dishes. Then, create a selection of classic recipes: uramaki inside-out rolls, nigiri and sashimi, all crafted using fresh fish, perfectly prepared sushi rice and sauces and sea...

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Chef Zach, San Diego

2 reviews

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 4:00PM

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Master Traditional Tuscan Pasta-Making

$95

Cooking Class

Learn the secrets to creating an authentic Tuscan meal in this hands-on cooking class from Chef Marty. She'll teach you time-honored traditional culinary techniques, including how to prepare you own handmade pasta and sauces from scratch. You'll assemble a true Old World menu that includes bruschetta al pomodoro, pappardelle topped with butter, sage and Parmigiano, and an indulgent tiramisu. It's a lesson in classic Italian cuisine that brings the timeless...

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Chef Marty, San Diego

2 reviews

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 4:00PM

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Bake Three Dreamy Vegan Lavender-Infused Desserts

$115

Cooking Class

Join Chef Rachel for this divine vegan cooking class featuring the crisp and refreshing scents of lavender, lemon and matcha. In this unique class, you'll discover the delicate, soothing properties of lavender and how it adds an earthy sweetness to desserts. Expert Chef Rachel will also provide you with valuable vegan baking tips and techniques for you to use the next time you want to bake at home!Start this lovely event with delectable mini Earl Grey cake...

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Chef Rachel, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 6:00PM

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Traveling chef

Master Gluten-Free Pizza-Making

$95

Cooking Class

Take pizza night to the next level with cooking classes featuring gluten-free dough, unique combinations and plenty of impressive flavor. Chef Tina shares her expert techniques for making from-scratch pizza gluten free and delicious, plus various other recipes.Start off with delightful antipasti lettuce cups filled with marinated vegetables, meats and cheeses. Then, roll up your sleeves to make pizza dough by hand to be cooked and topped with hearty wild m...

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Chef Tina M., San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sat, Oct 8th at 6:00PM

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Rustic Italian With a Modern Twist

$89

Cooking Class

Chef Rodney shares time-worn techniques and modern tips to create traditional Italian recipes. In this in-person cooking class, you'll learn how to make a roux, prepare a pastry tart and whip the perfect meringue. You'll begin with sweet corn veloute and a scallop and prawn tart. Next, you'll perfectly pan-sear rainbow trout and serve with roasted figs and wild mushrooms. Tart and refreshing Italian lemon meringue completes this rustic Italian-inspired mea...

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Chef Rodney, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sun, Oct 9th at 2:00PM

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Go-To Thai Favorites

$125

Cooking Class

Discover the bold flavors of Thai cuisine in your own kitchen with the guidance of Chef Krong in this interactive cooking class. You'll learn how to use authentic techniques and local ingredients to create traditional Thai recipes. Start by preparing laab gai with ground chicken in spicy lime juice. Next is a bold and peppery moo pad prik Thai dam with pork or chicken. Gaeng massaman gai, a chicken curry with potatoes and onion, is next. Dessert is a sweet...

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Chef Krong, San Diego

3 reviews

Next date: Sun, Oct 9th at 6:00PM

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Traveling chef

Today's Catch: Cooking With Fish 101

$125

Cooking Class

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Eliza, you'll learn how to prepare an assortment of fresh seafood dishes for your feast. Under the guidance of the knowledgeable Chef Eliza, you'll tackle all sorts of seafood dishes, from whole fish to shellfish. To kick things off, you'll dive right in and learn how to prepare a whole fish from start to finish. Next, Chef Eliza will help you crack open the secrets to shellfish as she shows you how to prepare a mag...

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Chef Eliza, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Thu, Oct 13th at 6:00PM

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Grilling Mastery 101

$135

Cooking Class

You can become a pro at cooking over an open flame in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Yapo. Add new dimensions of flavor by adding masterful grilling techniques to your repertoire. You'll create a full five-course meal, including BBQ chicken thighs and ribeye steaks, grilled with perfect crosshatching, a hallmark of a skilled grillmaster, as well as grilled asparagus and garlic bread. Then, sizzle up a grilled banana topped with fresh whipped cream...

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Chef Yapo, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Tue, Oct 18th at 5:30PM

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