Top California Cooking Classes - page 2

This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local to enjoy culture and cuisine during your private Coachella Valley cooking class. Over a welcome drink peruse and discuss chef Jonathan's thoughtfully prepared menu and recipes for the day. Then join the couple in their kitchen for a 4-course Italian or Mediterranean cooking demonstration and meal. During your two-hour culinary journey, you will watch Jonathan prepare three dishes - a salad, soup or appetizer, and a main. Alex is in charge of desserts and will show you how she prepares a light and creamy tiramisu or decadent cheesecake! You will enjoy your food in courses at the large kitchen table as Jonathan and Alex prepare your four-course meal. Please note this is not a hands-on cooking class. It is a cooking demonstration - you will watch and learn the culinary tips, tricks and techniques Jonathan has acquired over the years working in kitchens. Your experience includes wine or beer.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn the coffee roasting process, from how raw beans become your cup of coffee, then book this small group tour. You’ll meet up with some local producers, and hear all about the process, giving it a whirl yourself. Share this with a small, intimate group of 6 max. Sip your coffees with biscotti at the end.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Shuo who first started cooking after moving to the states at 17 away from his family when he missed his favorite childhood dishes. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Shuo will teach you how to make 2-3 traditional Chinese dishes from his family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your hosts' home. • Cooking lesson in a local home • Introduction to Chinese-influenced dishes • 100% private activity • Experience American-Chinese hospitality in a residential Belmont neighborhood • Vegetarian and gluten free options available

It's not often that you can visit a winery in the heart of a city! Berkeley has been home to what we call 'urban wineries' for almost 20 years. Although these producers don't own any vineyards of their own, they work directly with grape growers from all around northern California. It is important to note that I am very selective about my choice of wines and wineries. With thousands of wineries in the state, many small, fine wine oriented producers are overlooked by large scale industrial operations. I like to champion true artisans and support small businesses!

We carry unique wines from around the world with varietals you may have never heard of and from regions that have never encountered such as Mexico, Uruguay, or South Africa. All our wines are expertly curated, sustainably grown, and crafted in small production methods that are not only natural, but provide the best quality and health benefits.

If you already do brewery hopping why not do border hopping? Or better, why don’t you do both? Tijuana it's a perfect city to this activity. While you get a taste of the great craft beer on Tijuana you will get to see were the inspiration of this amazing beer is coming from.

Your host is very excited to share his culinary knowledge about Thai cuisine with travelers. Your cooking class will last for 2 hours, after which you will sit down to share the meal you helped prepare. Private Thai cooking class near California State University, just 10 minutes away from Disneyland Learn to cook authentic Thai dishes from scratch - pineapple curry, wing beaned salad and galangal soup Enjoy authentic, homemade Thai food Introduction to Thai hospitality, cuisine and culture in California Vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options available

After 10 years in Italy and a Master’s in Food Philosophy and Sustainability, I’ve come back to my hometown to delve into the food scene here. It is truly a pleasure and an honor to educate people about the best of what California can produce. My family began making olive oil 20 years ago on our home property. It has since grown to a full fledged business and our oils regularly win awards at domestic and international competitions. You will taste olive oil like the professionals do, learn the basics of cheese tasting, and sip some of my favorite Californian wines coming from small artisanal producers, many of whom I call friends. All while enjoying the beauty of our working farm nestled in Suisun Valley!

Get over the border to Mexico with this small group tour to Tijuana. Your guide will meet you in San Diego and help you cross the border to keep it hassle free. Then together you’ll hit up some coffee stops that only your guide knows. Keep costs down and make new friends with this economical small group choice, and learn all about Mexico’s coffee, too.

This cooking class offers a rare opportunity to learn the art of crafting your favorite sushi dishes from scratch. Led by an experienced and passionate chef Krong, this class ensures that even beginners can master the intricacies of sushi-making. What sets it apart is the emphasis on your personal preferences as you get to choose and create the sushi rolls you love the most, making the experience uniquely tailored to your tastes. Furthermore, this class isn't just about replicating recipes but also understanding the techniques and principles behind sushi preparation, allowing you to experiment and innovate with confidence. Are you ready to roll and become a sushi superstar? Book your cooking class today!

Step into the world of coffee like never before in our intimate and private coffee roasters showroom experience. With a maximum capacity of just four people, you'll enjoy an exclusive journey through the art of specialty coffee roasting. Where we are going to talk about green coffee beans, explore different types of coffee processing and how all of it affects the final flavor profile of the coffee. You will be able to watch how green beans transform in color and flavor. From green to yellow, to light brown, and finally the dark rich brown of fresh roasted coffee. This is a "hands-on" adventure for true coffee aficionados, lasting approximately 1 hours, where you'll leave with a deep appreciation for the world's favorite caffeinated beverage. Enjoy an energizing and interesting atmosphere. Relax and take a break from your daily routine, enjoy roasting coffee and have friendly conversations.

Enjoy a private Middle Eastern cooking class in a local home in Los Angeles. Connect with the culture through food as you learn traditional Middle Eastern dishes such as baba ghannouj, fattoush, and shawarma. The home cook grew up in the Middle East and learned how to cook from her grandmother, allowing her to pass along the family recipes to you.

A fresh Italian pasta ravioli cooking class experience from scratch is a fun and educational experience that combines hands-on learning with delicious results. During the class, you will learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and how to shape and stuff ravioli. The chef will guide you through the process step by step, providing helpful tips and answering any questions you may have. You will use high-quality ingredients to create a delicious filling such as ricotta and spinach. The class will be interactive, so you'll have the opportunity to ask questions and get feedback as you work. In addition, the host Cicero will offer snacks and wines during the class to make the experience even more enjoyable. You can munch on some cheese and crackers and enjoy a glass of wine as you learn and create your ravioli. Note that we will be using eggs, flour, cheese, and butter in this experiment. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know before the class.

This hands-on cooking class with Chef Daniel in Mission Bay offers a unique opportunity for travelers to learn the art of making fresh stuffed pasta. The class will focus on creating Tortelloni with Spinach and Ricotta, a classic stuffed pasta dish that is sure to impress. Using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, this class is perfect for anyone looking to expand their culinary skills and take their cooking to the next level. The experience is made even more unique by the beautiful location of Mission Bay, which provides a serene and picturesque setting for the class. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, Chef Daniel's pasta cooking class is a fun and informative way to explore the world of fresh pasta and take home a new skill.

Take a culinary trip to Spain with Chef Daniel! Learn how to make seafood Paella and two different tapas - traditional staples of Spanish cuisine. Learn how to make Setas al ajillo, Tortilla de patatas, and all the secrets to making the perfect Paella, that you'll then enjoy for lunch followed by dessert.

Learn while laughing in one of the most gorgeous settings in the Mojave Desert with one of the most entertaining personalities on FOX's MasterChef TV Series. We hope you carry the knowledge and cook with and for your friends and family. Your experience includes hands-on instruction on making four dishes (appetizer, salad, entree, and dessert) and an herbal mocktail. Students may choose an optional herbal infusion, including a conversation on responsible dosing, infusion options, and medication interactions. After class, we will dine and enjoy each other's company in one of the most beautiful settings in the Joshua Tree area.

Sip and savor white, red and rose varietals while a sommelier teaches you how to describe the different notes and flavor profiles of your tasting. Learn about the eight acres of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Viognier and Albariño that were recently planted on the property. Discover the different types of fruit trees that grow on site and the types of cattle that room on over 800+ acres of land.

This is a unique way to experience the wine culture in California. Over the three days, you will learn first hand from our vineyard manager and our winemaker. Your hands on experience will include a vineyard tour, harvesting grapes, a grape stomping competition, touring the winery where our winemaker educates and answers questions, a cooking class from our executive chef and finally a seminar on the craft of home winemaking. In true Paso Robles wine country tradition, the days are marked by unique dining experiences featuring gourmet food and award winning wine. Come disappear for bit on the vineyard with us!