Cooking Classes in Downtown San Diego

Social Cooking Classes with top-rated chefs in Downtown San Diego.

If you're seeking to enhance your cooking abilities, plan a memorable date night or simply indulge in an exciting culinary experience, cooking classes in Downtown San Diego are the perfect choice. A knowledgeable chef will guide you through making a plethora of delicious recipes, including dumplings, cakes and more. These cooking classes will leave you inspired and hungry for more. Reserve your spot today and begin your culinary journey!

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Mastering Classic Italian Desserts

$135

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Satisfy your sweet tooth in the best way with this Italian-themed dessert cooking class. Chef ShaSha will guide you through all of the necessary techniques and recipes for making these classic Italian desserts.Transport to a sunny sidewalk in Florence as you churn out an indulgent rich and creamy chocolate gelato alongside crunchy biscotti cookies. Then, learn to master the art of cannoli-making, filling perfectly crisp and golden shells with a decadent sw...

Chef ShaSha, Travels to guests within San Diego area

2 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 12:00AM

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Kid-Friendly Pizza-Making Class

$119

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This is a great kid-friendly cooking class that can teach them to make their own gourmet meal. A friendly instructor will guide young chefs through the process of making a delightful pizza night menu from start to finish. First, participants will learn to make a traditional Caprese salad with creamy mozzarella, fresh tomatoes and herby basil. Then, they’ll handcraft a pizza crust from fresh dough, top it with their selected toppings and bake it to perfec...

Chef Jordan W., Julian

6 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 11:00AM

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Start an Asian Culinary Adventure

$125

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Master the flavors and cooking techniques of authentic Asian cuisine in a cooking class guided by Chef Rachel. Carefully craft a menu that displays the versatility and variety of Asian cooking, with knowledge imparted from years of experience in the kitchen. First, learn to cook up garlicky bok choy to sit atop a bed of crispy polenta, soaking up all the flavors from a tender, honey-teriyaki shrimp. Next, perfectly pink Ahi tuna with a delicate sesame crus...

Chef Rachel, Travels to guests within San Diego area

4 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 1:00PM

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Feast-Worthy Sushi

$125

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Take your taste for restaurant-level sushi to your home kitchen in a hands-on cooking class where sushi mastery is the chef's specialty. Let Chef Krong introduce you to traditional techniques and heritage recipes for some of the most beloved recipes in Japanese cuisine. You'll create a multi-course meal with a garlic-infused edamame starter before practicing your knifing skills as you assemble fresh, handcrafted sushi rolls filled with savory elements. You...

Chef Krong, Travels to guests within San Diego area

68 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 6:00PM

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Make a Mouthwatering Japanese Menu

$95

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With the skilled help of Chef Jarrett, you will leave this interactive cooking class able to craft a Japanese style meal. This menu incorporates all the ingredients most beloved to Japanese cooking. Begin by assembling a spicy garlic cucumber salad with chili oil and lemon before crafting your very own bai buns with a chicken karaage filling. To pair with the bao buns, you will make a miso-roasted eggplant topped with scallions and sesame seeds. No menu is...

Chef Jarrett, Travels to guests within San Diego area

3 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 6:00PM

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Bring Italian Fare to Life

$125

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Let classic Italian spices waft through the kitchen as you learn from expert Chef Fabio in this engaging cooking class. Craft a seasonal risotto with a choice of fresh, locally sourced produce and ingredients like mushrooms and vodka shrimp. Design delectable Sicilian meatballs with tomato sauce, grated Parmesan and garlic bruschetta. End your delightful repast with a sweet and creamy pistachio tiramisu with ladyfingers, mascarpone, coffee and pistachios....

Chef Fabio, Travels to guests within San Diego area

1 review

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 6:00PM

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Make a Modern Japanese Fare

$95

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Chef Aaron is ready to share tips for creating traditional Japanese cuisine using modern techniques and local organic ingredients. You'll start the meal with tempura shrimp and edamame accented with spicy mayonnaise. Next is okonomiyaki, a savory pancake known as "Japanese pizza" that's topped with cabbage, noodles, eggs or grilled meat. Then, enjoy a refreshing cucumber salad with seaweed, ponzu and ginger dressing. End this authentic meal with the sweetn...

Chef Aaron, Travels to guests within San Diego area

4 reviews

Next date: Mon, Nov 25th at 6:00PM

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Elevated Pizza Night

$125

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Give your pizza party an upgrade with the recipes from this hands-on cooking class. Learn time-honored techniques to make pizza and other treats under the guidance of Chef Ben. Make a classic antipasto platter with prosciutto, cherry peppers and cheeses, the perfect snack to begin the class. Then, fry arancini until crispy served with a marinara dipping sauce. Next, you'll make homemade pizza dough and learn how to knead and shape the dough before assembli...

Chef Ben, Travels to guests within San Diego area

1 review

Next date: Fri, Dec 6th at 6:00PM

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Timeless Pasta: Master Ricotta Ravioli

$125

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Learn how to prepare perfect pockets of ravioli under the guidance of Chef ShaSha in this interactive cooking class. You'll learn all the basics to create three delicious Italian recipes your friends and family will request over and over. Start with a crunchy bruschetta topped with fresh tomatoes and garlic. Next is homemade ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and topped with a robust sauce. Dessert is a decadent and creamy chocolate mousse.MENUBruschetta W...

Chef ShaSha, Travels to guests within San Diego area

2 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 12:00AM

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Master the Art of Ancestral Cooking

$149

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Experience the culinary traditions of ancestors firsthand in this immersive grilling class led by Chef Jordan. Begin your journey with a ceremonial cacao drink infused with creamy coconut and warming cinnamon, while Chef Jordan enlightens you about the significance of a wholesome whole food diet. Dive into the first course of your extraordinary feast as you master the art of creating homemade ketchup and truffle aioli, the perfect accompaniments to crispy...

Chef Jordan W., Julian

6 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 11:00AM

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Rustic Provençal Cuisine

$125

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Join Chef Rachel for this interactive cooking class covering the rustic French cuisine of the Provence region. You'll use authentic ingredients and traditional techniques to create this rustic menu. Start with a French country salad featuring beets, feta and a bright lemon Dijon vinaigrette. Next is poulet roti, a whole roasted chicken served with potatoes, root vegetables, lemon, herbs and butter. Dessert is a unique treat of classic French beignets compl...

Chef Rachel, Travels to guests within San Diego area

4 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 1:00PM

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Make the Best Vegetarian Thai Bites

$119

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Discover the fresh and bold flavors of vegetarian Thai cuisine under the expert guidance of Chef Krong in this interactive cooking class. You'll learn how to create classic Thai recipes without the use of meat. Start with por pia tod, crispy veggie rolls with sweet and sour sauce. Next is pad Thai with rice noodles, tofu and peanuts and gaeng kiew waan, green curry with veggies, bamboo shoots and eggplant. Dessert is sweet and creamy coconut ice cream with...

Chef Krong, Travels to guests within San Diego area

68 reviews

Next date: Sun, Nov 24th at 6:00PM

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