Asian Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

Sink into the scrumptious and savory scents of the flavors of Thailand in this immersive cooking class. Design gourmet dishes rooted in Thai cuisine under the expert tutelage of Chef Karen. Start your culinary adventure with spicy mango salad with citrus vinaigrette. Continue your journey with chicken lettuce wraps with peanut sauce and a main course of chicken pad Thai, both involving fresh ingredients like chicken, rice noodles, vegetables, peanuts, sauc...

Master the techniques of vegetarian izakaya selections in this Japanese cooking class. Chef Parsati leads this fun and interactive session as you learn how to roll sushi and stir-fry fresh ingredients. You'll start with Japanese spiced edamame beans before diving into terminator sushi made with tofu, avocado, cucumber, unagi sauce and spicy wasabi. Next up are sumptuous yakisoba noodles with fresh vegetables and a smoky sweet-and-sour sauce. End with a gre...

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...

Even if you've never created your own at home, this sushi making class from Chef Elham will get you rolling toward culinary mastery in no time. Learn to choose fresh ingredients and turn them into delicious creations you can share with guests or enjoy on your own!This well-rounded course includes lessons in preparing ideal sushi rice, then use it as a base for creating nigiri and seafood rolls with market-available fish or shrimp, California rolls using re...

Meat-eaters don't get to have all the dumpling fun, as this interactive cooking class dedicated to vegetarian dumplings demonstrates. Chef Edmund has an exciting lesson to share with plant-based diners who love authentic Asian delights! You'll use fresh ingredients to create a tender dumpling dough before filling it with a hearty blend of greens, mushrooms and tofu. Learn to assemble your own customized dumpling sauce to make them even more delicious. You'...

Discover a passion for vegan food during this immersive gourmet Korean cooking class. A world-class chef will guide you through the authentic and contemporary techniques of building a menu of Korean-style dishes with plant-based ingredients. Begin your adventure with vegetable pancakes known as bindaetteok involving mung beans and kimchi. Continue down the path with rice, soup and banchan side dishes. Design a main course of acorn starch cakes tossed with...

Bring your favorite Asian dishes to your dinner table in this hands-on cooking class from Chef Karen. She'll share her tips and tricks for preparing a savory spread filled with familiar flavors made with a gourmet touch. Start your lesson with a fiery homemade mango dip, served with light and crispy wonton chips. Then, create classic kung pao beef and Szechuan chicken, a pair of entrées with their own spicy and savory personalities. You'll also whip up a...

In this in-person cooking class for two, chef Parsati will teach new and exciting ways to create multi-cultural fusion fare derived from Chinese and California cuisines. You'll begin with dragon cauliflower spiked with ginger, garlic, sesame oil and soy sauce. Your main course is pineapple chicken with fresh herbs and sesame oil, complemented by rainbow fried rice with shrimp and vegetables. A sweet tapioca pearl pudding with saffron and dried fruit rounds...

This hands-on cooking class with renowned Chef Polly spotlights fresh and fermented ingredients to build a menu full of flavor. Learn all there is to love about the sweet, savory, spicy and umami flavors of Korean cuisine. First, you will pair a mung bean pancake dish with a rich soy dipping sauce. Next, learn how to assemble a seaweed soup with kelp and seafood broth to serve alongside stemmed purple rice with barley and quinoa. For the main dish, you’l...

Discover the enchantment of Thai cooking in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham. You'll learn techniques and explore native ingredients as you prepare a sumptuous gourmet Asian-Pacific meal from start to finish. Begin with chicken and coconut milk soup, a creamy creation that blends the sweet and savory. Then, prepare pad thai noodles studded with fresh shrimp, eggs and tofu. For your entrée, a perfectly spiced green curry beef and eggplant dish....

Fans of Asian dumplings are sure to love this interactive cooking class from Chef Edmund. Discover the traditional techniques for preparing your own takes on these savory favorites from start to finish. With Chef Edmund's expert guidance, you'll learn to make your own fresh dough, perfect for turning into authentic dumplings. You'll also prepare a savory beef filling as well as a bespoke dipping sauce to enjoy them with. Then, cook up a batch of chicken le...

Help your little ones get comfortable in the kitchen and expand their palates with this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Parsati. A culinary expert with a passion for educating, she will teach your budding chef basic kitchen skills as she demonstrates how to make fresh sushi by hand. To start, they'll enjoy a wholesome snack of spiced edamame beans before they learn to prepare onigiri sushi in a variety of fun shapes. They'll prepare a tasty soy dipping...