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Cooking Classes in Santa Barbara

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The rich flavors of the Golden State come alive with cooking classes in Santa Barbara. This region is a grower's paradise, with farm-fresh offerings heading straight to the table. Pick a local specialty or try a cuisine from far-off destinations. The options are ever-changing, with menus for every taste and sensibility. Your guides are some of the most skilled, passionate chefs in the area. The prospects are beyond savory. Choose a cooking class in Santa Barbara today to get started!

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Southern Comfort Food

$119

Cooking Class

Experience the soul-warming aspect of Southern comfort food in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Pamela. She'll teach you all the techniques behind this beloved cuisine, like how to perfectly time a batch of crispy fried chicken and build a buttery, creamy roux for luxurious macaroni and cheese. You'll also prepare three traditional sides with unique twists of flavor: smoked collard greens, candied yams and cornbread waffles. Lastly, you'll finish your...

Chef Pamela, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

2 reviews

Next date: Wed, Feb 26th at 6:00PM

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Dinner in Rome

$129

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Join Chef Julio on a culinary journey to Italy as you prepare a simple menu of favorites from Rome in this cooking class. By the end of the class, you'll have mastered the techniques behind these Italian dishes and be ready to impress at your next dinner party!To begin, you'll toss together a salad of mixed greens, candied walnuts and tangy lemon vinaigrette topped with some croutons for crunch. Then, you'll move on to the homemade pasta course and learn h...

Chef Julio, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

Next date: Fri, Feb 28th at 6:00PM

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Upscale Southern Classics

$105

Cooking Class

In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Pamela will teach you how to elevate Southern classics to prepare an upscale Southern dinner menu full of the region's flavors. She'll teach you the techniques necessary to whip up smooth and creamy white cheddar grits topped with seared Cajun shrimp, as well as guide you through the process of preparing crispy fried green tomatoes with a spicy étouffée. You'll also learn how to make perfectly fluffy and tender butter...

Chef Pamela, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

2 reviews

Next date: Wed, Feb 26th at 6:00PM

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New Orleans Favorites

$125

Cooking Class

In this cooking class, Chef Pamela guides you through fascinating history and traditions behind New Orleans cuisines as she teaches you how to prepare some of the most iconic Cajun style dishes. When it comes to Cajun food, it's all about patience and attention to detail, which is why Chef Pamela will teach you everything you need to know about this style of cooking, from seasoning and layering flavors to authentic techniques and more. Some of the dishes y...

Chef Pamela, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

2 reviews

Next date: Wed, Feb 26th at 6:00PM

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Sous Vide Cooking 101

$135

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In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Julio, you'll learn everything you need to know to master sous vide cooking by preparing a meal of simple gourmet recipes. Chef Julio will start by introducing you to the ingredients before helping you toss together a fresh bibb salad and make pizza dough from scratch. After topping your margarita pizza, Chef Julio will give a demo and small lecture on sous vide cooking and guide you through the process of preparing...

Chef Julio, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

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French Bistro Classics

$125

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Take a culinary journey to France in this immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef Tim, you'll learn the comforting recipes that fill French bistros with indulgent aromas.Refresh your palate with a salad Lyonnaise with frisée lettuce topped with crunchy croûtons, savory bacon and a poached egg topped with a drizzle of vinaigrette. Master the technique to pan-roast salmon until tender and crispy served with vibrant vegetables and roasted potato...

Chef Tim, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

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Italian Steakhouse

$135

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Prepare an elegant and gourmet Italian steakhouse dinner in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Julio, including homemade pasta. To start, you'll make an organic green salad drizzled in homemade blackberry dressing before learning how to make tagliatelle pasta from scratch for peppery cacio e pepe. After, you'll move on to the main feature and learn Chef Julio's process for cooking steaks to perfection using the sous vide method. Lastly, your dinner will...

Chef Julio, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

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Cuisine Di Italia

$125

Cooking Class

You'll feel like you're eating in a trattoria or ristorante in this immersive cooking class. Led by Chef Tim, you'll explore Italian cuisine through four delicious dishes.Make the perfect poached egg to top a crispy mushroom crostini to start the meal. Craft a tender chicken breast cooked with zesty lemon and aromatic rosemary and other herbs. This fragrant main course pairs well with a classic risotto made with Arborio rice and rich broth. Bake a decadent...

Chef Tim, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

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A Comforting Bistro Meal

$125

Cooking Class

Explore the flavors of a classic bistro in this immersive cooking class led by Chef Tim. Master the recipes to create a three-course meal featuring elevated comfort foods.Roast beets with orange, fennel and mint to create a citrusy and refreshing appetizer to start the meal. Then, learn the proper way to braise short ribs to make them tender and savory. Whip up creamy mashed potatoes and a zesty gremolata to serve on the side. Finish the meal with a sweet...

Chef Tim, Travels to guests within Santa Barbara area

1 review

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE COOKING CLASSES IN SANTA BARBARA

Rick

02/17/2025

Chef Pamela was really great to work with, taught us how to make her specialties and we had a wonderful time together.

Marcelo S.

06/21/2024

Chef Tim is a great guy who really knows what he is doing.

JAMIE S.

10/25/2021

There is no one like Pam, and there is NOTHING like her food. You can literally taste the love she adds to every meal. We have done house events with her, gone to Chef's table for special occasions, and signed up many weeks with the meal delivery, and her classes are legendary. Take a class, or have Chef come and cook for... you can thank me later! Truly a California culinary dream weaver.

Kaley K.

09/16/2021

Chef Julio’s background in Italian makes him a great instructor and can create a great experience. Not only is he able to walk you through the recipe but he also teaches you the history of the dish he is preparing.

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