Cooking Classes for Beginners in Vancouver

The star of this vibrant, hands-on cooking class is authentic Mexican cuisine — dishes that honor Chef Luis’ heritage. You’ll craft a stunning Mexican spread using classic ingredients, traditional recipes and gourmet techniques. For appetizers, you’ll prepare a zesty cream cheese shrimp dip and a refreshing cactus salad with crumbled feta and Mexican oregano. Next, you’ll cook an authentic pozole packed with hominy and tender sliced pork. For des...

Learn how to make bao the Taiwanese way in this immersive cooking class. Chef Renee will teach you the time-honored techniques to make bao from scratch using flour, coconut milk and honey. Plus, make a healthy barbecue pork, chicken or tofu using tamarind, garlic and dates. Refresh your palate with a napa cabbage and mixed vegetable slaw with carrots and cucumbers. These will become your go-to dishes for impressing your friends and family or for a weeknigh...

You'll feel like you're cooking in a traditional Italian kitchen in this hands-on cooking class. Under the expert guidance of Chef Errol, you'll learn how to make pasta from scratch for an Italian feast. Begin the class by assembling a classic Caesar salad topped with homemade dressing and fresh Parmesan cheese ribbons. Then, brush butter and garlic onto rustic bread to make crispy garlic bread for a side. Next, learn the time-honored recipe to make pasta...

Chef Luis elevates the humble flavors of Mexican home cooking in this engaging cooking class. He'll talk you through essential Mexican ingredients and techniques that will have you channeling your inner abuela in no time.Chef Luis will start the class by teaching you to make a crowd-pleasing snack of cheesy shrimp dip with tortilla chips. Next, you'll learn how to transform cactus into a refreshing salad topped with crumbled feta and Mexican oregano. For t...

Learn how to make classic Chinese dishes in this immersive cooking class. Chef Renee will teach you traditional Chinese cuisine with a menu of comforting and flavorful dishes. You'll make a plant-based oyster sauce using kelp mushrooms and tamarind that you'll want to put on everything. Then make a braised chicken with chestnuts, lotus roots and goji berries. Then, make bok choy with garlic and mushrooms and homemade oyster sauce. These are your go-to reci...

Dive into the world of Indian cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Errol, you'll learn how to craft authentic Indian dishes from scratch and master the art of cooking with aromatic spices. To begin the class, use chickpea flour to craft pakoras stuffed with fresh vegetables. Then, fry them until perfectly golden brown and crispy. Make a flaky, cheesy naan served with homemade chutney. Learn the secret to making the perfect ti...

Level up your Taco Tuesday game with this hands-on cooking class taught by Chef Luis. You'll transform fresh ingredients into rustic tortillas, taco fillings, salsa and more all while getting a chance to practice your knife skills.Class starts with Chef Luis teaching you how to stir together an easy avocado and cream cheese dip, followed by making corn tortillas from scratch. Next, you'll cook up two fillings for your tacos: a tangy chicken tinga and mushr...

Learn how to make savory dan dan noodles in this immersive cooking class. Chef Renee will teach you how to make this Sichuan specialty from scratch. You'll practice knife skills by chopping vegetables and master traditional techniques by making noodles and creamy sauce from scratch. Pair this with crispy garlic for a flavorful bowl. This meal can also be made vegan and gluten-free and is sure to become your new go-to for weeknight dinners.MENUDan Dan Noodl...

In this exciting, hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to make authentic, beautiful tacos in the Mexican tradition. Chef Luis will teach you gourmet variations of traditional tacos, layered with diverse ingredients. The result: sensational flavor! You’ll first craft a delicious avocado and cream cheese dip, then learn how to make corn tortillas from scratch. Next, you’ll prepare a tinga taco packed with marinated chicken, and an ancient vegetaria...

If you're looking for a special way to celebrate Dad, this BBQ Father's Day cooking class is perfect! No material gift can compare to this unique, hands-on experience and the unforgettable spread of great food your dad will love. To start, you'll learn how to whip up a batch of fiery cream cheese-stuffed jalapeños before grilling up a whole juicy chicken smothered in an herby homemade chimichurri marinade. A cookout isn't complete without its side dishes,...