Cooking Classes for Beginners in the Bay Area

Learn how to make an authentic paella from scratch in this cooking class with Chef Oumar!Begin the class by learning how to make the perfect fluffy bomba rice to be the base of your paella seasoned with fresh saffron threads. Practice your knife skills by chopping bell peppers, tomatoes and garlic. Then, prepare shrimp, mussels and clams properly. Add in your vegetables and seafood, along with chorizo, chicken and stock to make a savory Spanish dish. Learn...

Gnocchi is sure to become your favorite pasta after this hands-on cooking class with Chef Oumar!Under the guidance of Chef Oumar, you'll learn how to make gnocchi by hand and a homemade sauce to pair with the potato pasta. To begin the class, you'll mash russet potatoes and combine them with flour and eggs to make a gnocchi dough. Master the time-honored techniques for kneading the dough and shaping it into the perfect fluffy pasta. As the pasta cooks, mak...

This cooking class from Chef Karen is the perfect session for home chefs looking to try their hand at homemade pizza. You'll learn time-honored techniques for preparing your own pies and a tempting array of other Italian dishes! Begin by creating a refreshing Caprese salad featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Then, combine wholesome ingredients to create your own traditional dough before cooking up both red and white sauces and a variety...

Chef Lorenzo leads an in-person cooking class where rustic Italian flavor is the main ingredient. You'll combine a host of elements from the Italian countryside to create a meal with natural appeal. Combine a selection of robust herbs to create homemade ravioli, featuring handcrafted pasta. Prepare a wild boar stew that adds a delicious dimension to lean game cuts, served with stir-fried spinach. And for dessert, whip up an irresistible trifle made of a bl...

Travel to Spain thanks to Chef Oumar's interactive cooking class!The session begins with two popular appetizers; pan con tomate and a savory gambas al ajillo with garlic roasted shrimp. Next, you'll learn to make a classic Spanish paella with chicken, pork, white fish, calamari, shrimp and mussels. Your culinary journey through Spain ends with zesty citrus flan for dessert which offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors to complete your meal. Thr...

Young foodies will have a blast learning valuable kitchen skills and recipes for their favorite Mexican eats in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Parsati. Chef Parsati will provide an insightful, fun lesson on all things culinary as your budding chefs get comfortable in the kitchen and make four homemade dishes.To start, Chef Parsati will teach everyone how to make fresh corn tortilla chips, served alongside a hearty tomato salsa. They'll also get to...

Learn how to reinvent your favorite Spanish dishes with plant-forward profiles in this informative hands-on cooking class with Chef Daniel. With his guidance and expertise, you'll learn a refreshing vegan version of classic recipes from this beloved cuisine. Your lesson includes patatas bravas seasoned with vegetable broth and warm paprika and a lesson in paella studded with vegan chorizo and garden vegetables. You'll also prepare a seasonal salad with ele...

Make your evening meal into a special occasion by learning the secrets for quick cooking in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Elham. You'll gather skills and techniques to help you prepare elegant dishes with minimal fuss, perfect for weeknight dinners!You'll start by preparing a seared cumin-crusted chicken served with delicately wilted baby spinach. Then, it's on to a savory shrimp scampi and soba noodles peppered with fresh seasonal vegetables. Fini...

Korean street food is all about understanding how to delicately balance bold flavors and in this interactive cooking class, Chef Poly will show you how. Begin by making kimchi mung bean pancakes, bindeduk, with a rich soy dipping sauce. Next, learn how to make noodles from scratch to assemble jimpong, a classed steamed buns dish before you delve into the world of Korean spices to make tteobokki. Finally, craft dalgona, a popular toffee dessert made even mo...

Discover the secrets to Southern Indian cuisine in this immersive cooking class with Chef Pooja. A culinary expert, she will guide you through the process of creating various recipes native of India as you learn new cooking skills and techniques.This immersive course will begin with mini masala uttapams, which are doughy and pancake-like filled with rice, lentils, tomatoes and green chilis. Next, learn to prepare a hearty and flavorful potato-based curry w...

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...

Chef James brings you a course in the traditional art of paella in this Spanish-centered cooking class. He'll share his tips and tricks for bringing together a complete meal with paella sitting center stage! You'll create a selection of delicious starter courses including authentic antipasti and a refreshing salad made with seasonal greens. For the main course, you'll prepare a seafood paella overflowing with fresh gulf prawns, clams and mussels. For desse...