Group Cooking Classes in the Bay Area

Join Chef James for cooking classes that explore the complexities and time-honored techniques of classic French bouillabaisse. You'll begin by preparing an antipasti plate with Spanish olives, anchovies, artisan cheeses and Acme olive bread. A seasonal green salad follows this appetizer. Next, you'll learn how to create bouillabaisse with saffron, fennel, tomatoes, mussels, clams and rockfish or snapper. Dessert is dolce la quesada, Spanish cheesecake, top...

Create a four-course feast inspired by the exciting flavors of India with Chef Parsati. Explore India's finest cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati. Across four-courses, Chef Parsati will teach you a variety of techniques to make authentic Indian favorites, starting with a savory and creamy chicken pasanda with yogurt, spices and ground almonds. Next, prepare two classic side dishes; a fresh tomato kachumber with cucumbers and red onion...

Become a baking master in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Karen will teach you the recipes and techniques for creating these classic desserts from around the world. Start with a savory appetizer of angel eggs topped with a mixture of mayo, mustard and scallions. Then, dive into French baking with a tarte tatin using fresh apples. Then, journey to Italy to make a classic cannoli. Make a golden shell to fill with mascarpone and chocolate. Then, make a clas...

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...

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Pooja will teach you how to fill a centerpiece-worthy Middle Eastern mezze platter from start to finish. This selection of dips and spreads bursting with bold herbs and spices is ideal for sharing at parties or gatherings. The chef will show you how to achieve a smooth, creamy hummus and balance the rich flavors of a hearty muhammara. Prepare a rich labneh dip and bright, herbed tabouli to round out your platter along w...

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...

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Parsati will teach you how to prepare four vegetarian Indian dishes from minimal fresh ingredients, so you can feel confident cooking up comforting and healthy weeknight meals. You will first use lentils, spices and garlic to cook a hearty yellow dal fry before whipping up an onion and mint raita dip to serve on the side with crispy papadam crackers. You'll follow your starter with a rich and savory cauliflower and pota...

Chef James presents his unique variation on traditional gnocchi in this exciting cooking class. First, you'll create a lovely selection of antipiasti, including charcuterie with artisan cheeses, anchovies and olives, and a refreshing salad featuring market-chosen greens. Then, you'll learn to prepare Sardinian gnocchetti using semolina wheat flour instead of potato and a tomato and sausage sauce from a recipe created by Chef James himself. For dessert, enj...

In this unique hands-on cooking class, you'll sharpen your grilling skills while exploring traditional Indian cuisine. Chef Parsati will teach you how to prepare an authentic four-course Indian meal on the grill. You'll prepare three grilled dishes, each featuring a delectable blend of traditional Indian spices. You'll enjoy grilled green beans and tandoori potatoes with a cooling mint sauce, grilled cheese naanza and grilled chicken kabobs with pickled on...

A classic Italian risotto is on the menu in this cooking class from Chef James. You'll learn his technique for preparing a true Italian favorite, with a few extras thrown in for good measure! Create a selection of delicious antipasti dishes and a green salad before conquering carnaroli risotto, flavored with saffron and filled with prawns and fresh seasonal vegetables. A creamy dolce la quesada cheesecake topped with local berries awaits you for dessert.ME...

Join Chef Parsati in this hands-on cooking class to learn how to prepare a traditional four-course Hawaiian menu using recipes that hail directly from the islands. To begin, Chef Parsati will teach you how to prepare savory herbed potato wedges. Next, you'll learn how to build an authentic Hawaiian vegetable poke bowl with a homemade citrus ponzu sauce. For the main course, you'll enjoy huli huli chicken with a homemade pineapple marinade served with a sid...

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...