Gourmet Cooking Classes in San Diego

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Treat yourself to phenomenal flavors, decadent dishes and relishing recipes with gourmet cooking classes in San Diego. Learn how to prepare a five-star meal with the help of a world-class chef as you slice, sear and flambé your way to culinary bliss. Book your class today to begin adding exclusive skills to your kitchen repertoire, so you can create a gourmet meal any time you’d like!

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No Fear Gnocchi: Easy Pasta Making

~~$85~~ $55

Cooking Class

In this interactive, hands-on cooking class, Chef Yapo will teach you how to make pillowy potato gnocchi smothered in a creamy gorgonzola sauce. To begin, you'll learn how to form the gnocchi into its characteristic shape. Then you will prepare the cheese sauce to complete the dish. On the side, you'll learn how to make a classic, crisp Caesar salad with high-end flair. Cooking classes on Classpop! are designed to be social events that do not require any p...

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Chef Yapo, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Wed, Jun 1st at 6:00PM

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Classic Italian Pasta Menu

$149

Cooking Class

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....

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Chef Jordan W., San Diego

2 reviews

Next date: Sat, May 28th at 12:00PM

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Gourmet French Dinner

$115

Cooking Class

Nothing says "European dining" quite like the authentic French dinner in this hands-on cooking class from Chef Michael. Discover culinary techniques used in true French cooking to create a menu that brings bistro dining to your home table. First, you'll create a classic ratatouille layered with fresh eggplant, squash and onions. Then, you'll prepare chicken paillard, a savory dish served with creamy mashed potatoes. And for a perfectly French selection fro...

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Chef Michael, San Diego

6 reviews

Next date: Sun, May 29th at 6:00PM

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Classic Homemade Pasta Dinner

$125

Cooking Class

Join Chef ShaSha for a fun and informative cooking class featuring classic Italian recipes and fresh local ingredients. Start with a fresh green antipasto salad topped with balsamic vinaigrette. Next, you'll learn how to prepare pasta from scratch using traditional Italian techniques. This will be paired with a rich Alfredo sauce accented with fresh cream and Parmesan. End this savory meal on a sweet note with authentic Sicilian granita with your choice of...

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Chef ShaSha, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sun, May 29th at 6:00PM

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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

1 review

Next date: Sun, May 29th at 6:00PM

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Elegant French Cuisine

$89

Cooking Class

This in-person cooking class will introduce you to the elegance and aromas of seasonal French cuisine. Chef Rodney will teach you how to prepare a three-course meal using fresh ingredients and time-tested techniques. You'll begin by making a spread of smoked salmon pâté. The main course is hearty pan-seared lamb chops with creamy butternut dauphinoise potatoes. For dessert, you'll whip up a chocolate and raspberry souffle with fluffy raspberry Chantilly...

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Chef Rodney, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sun, May 29th at 7:00PM

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Win Father's Day With Steakhouse Favorites

$125

Cooking Class

In this Father's Day cooking class, you'll prepare a gourmet steakhouse dinner to celebrate one of the most important men in your life, Dad! To kick things off, you'll whip up the bruschetta bar of your father's dreams, featuring crostini, roasted vegetables, and a selection of fine Italian meats and cheeses.Then, you'll learn how to prepare a perfectly seared filet mignon to be served with a side of creamy sweet potato mash. Of course, you can't forget ab...

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Chef Eliza, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Mon, May 30th at 6:00PM

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Sweet Twist on Dessert

$115

Cooking Class

Bring dessert to the head of the table with this sweets-inspired cooking class led by Chef Rachel. Build confidence in basic pastry skills while using fresh flavors and unique ingredients to create traditional desserts. You'll begin by making a silky rosewater panna cotta with heavy cream and mascarpone. Next is a lavender-infused crème brûlée prepared with heavy cream and vanilla. Finish off the dessert table with mini cheesecakes made with graham crac...

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Chef Rachel, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Thu, Jun 2nd at 10:00AM

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French Bistro Cuisine

$115

Cooking Class

During this in-person cooking class, Chef Laura will teach you to prepare an impressive four-course French bistro menu using seasonal and unique ingredients such as lavender, lamb, beets, golden honey and silky goat cheese. You'll learn how to make toasted brie croutons with apricots and thyme, as well as a crisp and colorful beet salad with hazelnut vinaigrette and chèvre crumbles. Your main course is savory lavender lamb chops with garlic and honey. For...

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Chef Laura, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sun, Jun 5th at 1:00PM

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Farm Fresh Outdoor Grilling

$149

Cooking Class

Learn how to grill up organic farm-to-table cuisine in this outdoor cooking class with Chef Jordan W. Join Chef Jordan W. in this hands-on, outdoor cooking experience as you grill up a variety of farm-fresh foods. You'll start by preparing earthy, lettuce-wrapped portobello quinoa sliders drizzled with tangy chipotle aioli and avocado. Then, you'll learn the fundamentals to perfecting a sweet and spicy, blackened pineapple Cajun chicken paired with balsami...

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Chef Jordan W., San Diego

2 reviews

Next date: Sun, May 29th at 12:00PM

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First Class Gourmet Menu

$139

Cooking Class

Embark on a journey to first-class dining with this gourmet cooking class designed after luxury airline first-class cuisine. Chef Krong has created a sweet and savory international menu filled with global favorites. You'll start this journey with Delta first class-inspired dumplings filled with ground chicken and shrimp. Next is a Virgin Atlantic upper class-inspired Thai beef salad with cucumber. Finally, you'll put together a Thai Airways first class-ins...

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Chef Krong, San Diego

1 review

Next date: Sun, May 29th 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, May 29th at 7:00PM

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