Cooking Classes for Beginners in San Diego

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...

Put a sweet and spicy twist on a classic pad Thai in this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Lula, you'll learn the recipe to make this traditional dish with an infusion of new flavors.Practice your knife skills by cutting thin slices of Wagyu steak to add to your pad Thai. Plus, you'll learn the proper way to dice bell peppers, red onions, carrots and other vegetables for the stir fry. Whip up a sweet and spicy sauce with brown sugar, swe...

Dive into Mexican cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Ben will teach you the art of making tamales from scratch using authentic techniques.First, you'll learn the recipe for making the dough using fresh masa. Practice knife skills to chop chicken and vegetables and cook them in broth to make both vegetable and chicken fillings. Learn the proper technique to steam cook the tamales until tender. Whip up a fresh salsa with green chiles, tomato, lime...

Learn to make a potato-based pasta alternative, the classic gnocchi, in an interactive Italian cooking class that brings gourmet goodness to your home table. Chef Ben shares a lesson in crafting your own pillowy puffs of pasta-like deliciousness, the perfect substitute for your usual Italian dinner base. You'll prepare a simple gnocchi dough that uses potato in place of flour and turn it into tender gnocchi. Discover the secret to making a vodka and cream-...

Red Thai curry is different from other types of curry as it is spicier than yellow curry and less spicy than green curry, but you will learn all of this and more with the help of Chef Krong in this hands-on cooking class. The main ingredient in this dish is the red chili which is used to make Thai curry paste and when mixed with bamboo shoots, tofu, coconut milk, fish sauce and Thai basil leaves, the result is a textural and flavorful heaven that is out of...

Join a hands-on cooking class with Chef Ben to master the art of crafting the perfect handmade pizza. You'll learn how to knead and shape the ideal dough using fine flour and top it with San Marzano tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella. Customize your creation with a variety of toppings to suit your taste. Come hungry and ready to enjoy your delicious creation!MENUHandmade Pizza With Your Choice of ToppingsWith flour, fresh mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauc...

This cooking class with Chef Supranee will help you create a stunning feast, featuring dishes like tom kha tofu served with delicious coconut broth, pad see ew and a chicken panang curry. For dessert, you'll prepare a wonderfully decadent mango sticky rice. Chef Supranee hails from Thailand and grew up in a culinary-crafty family, soaking up the histories and flavors of Thai cuisine. This cooking class is the perfect opportunity to soak up some Southeast A...

Chef Jordan leads this in-person cooking class through simple yet inspiring Italian classics. For starters, you'll create a colorful caprese salad using heirloom tomatoes and basil with a homemade balsamic reduction. You'll learn how to prepare and roll homemade pasta to enjoy with a provincial marinara sauce and lemon thyme chicken breast. Italian vanilla bean panna cotta topped with berry sauce is your sweet ending to this savory and sophisticated menu....

Broaden your culinary horizons and explore a range of Southeast Asian dishes from all over the region in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Nicholas. First, learn the intricacies of making Lumpia, a traditional Philippine spring roll served with a sweet chili dipping sauce. Next, discover the aromatic world of Thailand by learning to make noodles cooked in a soy-based sauce with chicken, shallots, peppers, ginger, and Thai basil paired with crunchy Japa...

Let classic Italian spices waft through the kitchen as you learn from expert Chef Fabio in this engaging cooking class. Craft a seasonal risotto with a choice of fresh, locally sourced produce and ingredients like mushrooms and vodka shrimp. Design delectable Sicilian meatballs with tomato sauce, grated Parmesan and garlic bruschetta. End your delightful repast with a sweet and creamy pistachio tiramisu with ladyfingers, mascarpone, coffee and pistachios....

Join Chef Rachel for this interactive cooking class covering the rustic French cuisine of the Provence region. You'll use authentic ingredients and traditional techniques to create this rustic menu. Start with a French country salad featuring beets, feta and a bright lemon Dijon vinaigrette. Next is poulet roti, a whole roasted chicken served with potatoes, root vegetables, lemon, herbs and butter. Dessert is a unique treat of classic French beignets compl...

Chef Krong is ready to take you on a journey to Thailand through the flavors of the country's most-loved cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. You'll begin by mixing together a spicy and sour tom yum kung soup with lemongrass, shrimp and mushrooms. Next is khao pad gai, a Thai chicken fried rice with tomatoes and carrots. Panang gai, sweet roasted peanut curry with chicken, is up next. Dessert is a sweet and refreshing Thai iced tea.MENUTom Yum Kung: Spi...