Cooking Class List

  • Pasta with meat sauce in orange pot with wooden spoon on checkered cloth for a pasta making cooking class

    Handmade Shaped Pasta

    You don't need fancy equipment to make delicious fresh pasta. Join this class to learn how to make fresh dough, hand cut noodles and other shapes, and create a seasonal sauce for the perfect pasta pairing.

    On the menu: Seasonal Farmers Market Salad, Handmade Pappardelle with Hearty Bolognese Sauce, Orange and Clove Ricotta Cookies

  • Various shapes of homemade pasta, including tortellini and ravioli, on a floured surface for a pasta making cooking class.

    Handmade Filled Pasta

    Get ready for lots of pasta as we prepare fresh dough, fillable pasta shapes, and build deletable bowl of seasonal goodness.

    On the menu: Seasonal Farmers Market Salad, Sweet Corn & Ricotta filled Agnolotti with Lemon Cream Sauce and Crispy Proscuitto, Orange and Clove Ricotta Cookies

  • Seafood paella with shrimp, mussels, rice, and cilantro in a pan for a Paella cooking class

    Spanish Paella Party

    (Available April-October only)

    Dive into the world of Spanish cuisine and explore the art of cooking one of Spain’s most iconic dishes… paella! In this class, you will be able to customize your own perfect pan of paella with a selection of traditional meats, seafood, and veggies.

    On the Menu: Personalized Valencian Paella with your choice of meats, seafood, and/or vegetables, Melon and Fig Salad with Honey-Sherry Vinaigrette, Manchego and Olive Tapas Skewers, and Almond Macaroon Cookies

  • Seafood stew with shrimp, clams, and tomato broth in a black pot on a wooden table for a Cioppino cooking class.

    San Francisco Treats - Cioppino & More

    (Available November-March only)

    Join us for an unforgettable culinary journey as we explore the vibrant and diverse flavors of San Francisco. San Francisco is renowned for its rich culinary heritage, and we invite you to immerse yourself in the art of cooking dishes that have become emblematic of this iconic city.

    On the Menu: Seafood Cioppino, Homemeade Rice-a-Roni (Armenian Rice Pilaf), and Green Goddess Salad

  • Empanadas on a clay plate with a bowl of sour cream, garnished with parsley, on a blue wooden table for a Argentinian Empanada cooking class

    Argentinian Empanadas

    Get your palate-passport ready for a flavor journey to Argentina! In this class, you will learn how to make three different types of empanadas, as well as three unique and flavorful sauces for dipping and topping.

    On the Menu: Seasonal Farmers Market Salad, Argentinian Empanada Trio (Jamon y Queso - Ham and Cheese, Carne - Argentinian beef, and Humita - Sweet Corn and Cheese) and a selection of sauces (Chimichurri Verde, Chimichurri Rojo, Salsa Criolla), Alfajores Cookies (Shortbread Cookies with Dulce de Leche Filling)

  • Shrimp in garlic butter sauce for Spanish Tapas cooking class

    Tasty Tapas

    Get ready to stamp your Palate Passport with a taste bud trip. Learn all about the staple ingredients to stock your Spanish pantry and explore regional favorites as you prepare delicious and shareable recipes that will transport you directly to Spain without even having to leave your kitchen.

    On the menu: White Gazpacho with Almonds and Green Grapes, Spanish Egg and Potato Tortilla, and Shrimp with Garlic Sauce, Crusty Bread, Almond Macaroon Cookies

  • Bowl of Thai red curry with vegetables and herbs for a PLAYTE Kitchen hands-on cooking class.

    Thai Curries and Noodles

    Learn how to make your favorite Thai curries and noodle dishes that will rival your favorite Thai takeout restaurant. Learn to create your own custom, homemade Thai curry, stir-fried noodles, and mango sticky rice.

    On the Menu: Pad See Ew (Stir Fried Rice Noodles with Black Bean Sauce), Green Coconut Curry, Mango with Sticky Rice

  • Six triangular, golden-brown scones with raisins and nuts, placed on a cooling rack over a striped cloth for a PLAYTE Kitchen hands-on cooking class.

    Weekend Brunch

    Brunch is about variety: sweet, savory, and spritzy. A crowd-favorite, you've got to be ready to feed your friends and still find time to enjoy yourself. With these scalable recipes, you'll know how to cook a brunch for a bunch.

    On the menu: Pomegranate Mock-a-rita, Mexican Style Migas ,and Chinese 5-Spice, Cranberry, & Walnut Cream Scones with Whipped Honey Browned Butter

  • Pan-cooked chicken piccata with lemon slices, capers, and parsley garnish in a metal skillet, with fresh parsley and a lemon half in the background for a PLAYTE Kitchen hands-on cooking class.

    Foodie FUNdamentals

    Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced home chef, it never hurts to go back to basics. We’ll review knife skills, sauté and pan sauce techniques, veggie roasting, and pilaf method (for that elusively perfect fluffy stovetop rice).

    On the menu: Chicken Piccata, Italian Rice Pilaf, Roast Broccoli with Garlic and Chile, Orange and Clove Ricotta Cookies

  • Gnocchi with creamy sauce and sage leaves on a plate with a fork for a PLAYTE Kitchen hands-on cooking class.

    Gotta Ricotta!

    Ricotta is a staple ingredient that you can make at home without special equipment or seemingly overwhelming technique. Desserts, appetizers, and dumplings all benefit from knowing how to make just one batch of fresh ricotta.

    On the menu: Seasonal Farmers Market Salad, Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi with Pomodoro Sauce, Orange-Ricotta Cookies with Whey Caramel Glaze

  • Whisk with thick yellow batter in a white bowl next to an egg on a table for a PLAYTE Kitchen hands-on cooking class.

    Mother of Sauces

    Learn how to make Béchamel, Tomate, and Hollandaise, 3 of the 5 Mother Sauces. You'll also learn some tips and tricks along the way to turn these basic sauces into delicious dishes.

    On the menu: Sautéed Chicken Puttanesca, Baked Mac’n’Cheese, and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables with Sauce Maltaise, Cornmeal Shortcakes with Lemon Curd and Whipped Cream

  • What’s Pâte à Choux?

    Let’s explore the wonderful world of pâte à choux! In this class, you will learn the basics of making and cooking with this versatile pastry dough in both sweet and savory dishes.

    On the Menu: French Gougeres (Cheese Puffs) filled with Salmon and Herb Fromage Blanc, Parisian-Style Gnocchi with Basil Pesto and Fresh Peas, Cinnamon-Sugar Churros served with Spicy Orange Chocolate Sauce