Cooking Classes in San Francisco

Discover just how simple it is to make gourmet-tasting, fresh pasta from scratch in this fun cooking class. Your host Chef Cleeford is well-trained in Italian cooking techniques and is ready to share his expert knowledge with you.In this hands-on class, Chef Cleeford will teach you how to combine simple ingredients into the perfect pasta dough. You'll get to knead, roll and shape your dough into the pasta shapes you know and love. Then, whip up a luxurious...

Embark on a culinary journey filled with excitement as you dive into the world of sushi-making in this captivating cooking class led by the esteemed Chef Cleeford. With Chef Cleeford as your expert mentor, you'll acquire the skills to artfully assemble and prepare the finest ingredients, resulting in mouthwatering California rolls and vegetable rolls that will leave your taste buds in awe.The adventure begins as you immerse yourself in the art of perfectin...

In this eye-opening cooking class with Chef James, you'll go behind the scenes and shop for ingredients at Ferry Plaza Farmer's market before preparing a gourmet lunch. You'll learn how to choose the freshest meats, seafood and produce using seasonal options as a guide. Then, you'll use what you've shopped for to create a delicious meal in Chef James' home kitchen. A unique opportunity to discover how a meal comes together from start to finish!MENU Market...

Embark on a voyage of flavor and texture across the continent with Chef Mike as your guide.An adventure of Asian cuisine is yours for the taking in this hands-on cooking class. Explore a thrilling array of flavorful regional dishes as you learn to prepare them using the freshest ingredients available!Your trek begins in Thailand with a refreshing seasonal salad and khao soi curry noodles with chicken. Then, it’s onward to China for enticing stir-fried gr...

Old-world cuisine gets a new-world twist in this inventive take on a traditional Italian meal! In this exciting cooking class with Chef Dirk, you'll discover how modern classic Italian cooking can be.You'll create classic antipasti, prepare fresh pasta with mushrooms and herbs served with a beef sauce, and cook up chicken piccata with pancetta and sautéed greens. End your lesson with grilled peaches served with mascarpone cream and fresh berries for a bit...

If you've ever wanted to create the perfect macaron, this is the class for you. A successful bakery owner, Chef Eloise has years of experience in dessert and pastry arts. She'll share her baking tips and techniques to make the perfect macaron. Macaron flavors may include options such as lavender, chocolate, red velvet, raspberry and Earl Grey. This is a completely gluten-free dessert that you'll be able to take away and share with your friends and family....

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 how to creatively and tastefully combine the unique culinary flavors of different Asian and European cuisines in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Dirk. Having lived in or traveled to more than 20 countries, Chef Dirk will share his vast culinary knowledge and teach you how to prepare an assortment of Asian-European fusion dishes, including appetizers, small plates and main dishes. You'll make Asian-inspired bamboo basket steamed dumplings, Phili...

Learn how to create your own dim sum spread in this hands-on cooking class! Chef Mike will teach you all the essential tricks and techniques needed to craft these bite-sized Chinese favorites. You'll make delectable dumplings, savory fried rice, crispy vegetables and flaky scallion pancakes all from scratch. By the end, you'll have an incredibly unique collection of small bites, each bursting with its own special blend of ingredients and flavors. MENUFlaky...

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...

The rich, rustic flavors of German cuisine come to life in this hearty European meal! Let Chef Dirk introduce you to the delicious possibilities of German recipes in this hands-on cooking class.You'll begin with grilled appetizers that combine meat and vegetables with melted cheese before creating a Schweitzer Art green salad with pancetta and vinaigrette. For your entrée, prepare a Jägerschnitzel robed in mushroom cream sauce and served with spätzle. F...

Chef Mike makes every brunch enthusiast's dreams come true with this hands-on cooking class that is as fun and laid-back as brunch itself. Learn how to be the weekend host with the most with a menu of delectable, crowd-pleasing dishes guaranteed to impress.Chef Mike will teach you to source the finest ingredients and utilize the best techniques to prepare sweet and savory brunch favorites. Master zippy lemon ricotta pancakes, mouthwatering shrimp and grits...