Let’s have a “fun”damental time in the kitchen! It’s time to get back to basics by exploring a few of the fundamental cooking techniques every cook should know. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned enthusiast, our culinary coaches will dive deep and answer all your questions about the cornerstones of cooking: knife skills, sautéing, roasting, and rice cooking.

Ricotta is a staple ingredient that you can make at home without special equipment or seemingly overwhelming technique. With your ricotta cheese, you can create delicious appetizers, desserts and dumplings. In this class, we’ll make a fresh batch of ricotta along with pillowy gnocchi and a seasonal sauce to enjoy together.

Why do take-out when you can make all your favorite Chinese-American takeout classics in the comfort of your own kitchen? Join our cooking class and learn how to recreate your go-to takeout dishes at home!

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.

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.

Get ready to embark on a fully-immersive Napa Valley foodie experience! In this class, you'll have the opportunity to explore and shop for the freshest, locally sourced ingredients and meet the local farmers and artisan food producers face-to-face . Then heading back to PLAYTE Kitchen, where Chef Sandy will guide you through the process of creating a delicious meal utilizing the ingredients you just purchased.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare crisp Green Papaya Salad, wok-fired Pad Thai, and rich, aromatic Penang Curry while mastering essential Thai techniques, fresh ingredients, and the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

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.

Get ready to turn your home into a house… a steakhouse, that is! In this hands-on cooking class dedicated to timeless steakhouse favorites. We’ll dive into the techniques you’ll need to make unforgettable, steakhouse-quality dishes—from mastering the reverse-sear for a perfectly cooked New York strip to building a rich, red-wine pan sauce that ties it all together.

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

Why do take-out when you can make all your favorite Chinese-American takeout classics in the comfort of your own kitchen? Join our cooking class and learn how to recreate your go-to takeout dishes at home!

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.

Take culinary adventure with us, and learn to make Spanish Tapas classics, like Ajo Blanco, Tortilla Espanola with Romesco Sauce, Chorizo a la Cidre, and Gambas al Ajillo

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.

Ricotta is a staple ingredient that you can make at home without special equipment or seemingly overwhelming technique. With your ricotta cheese, you can create delicious appetizers, desserts and dumplings. In this class, we’ll make a fresh batch of ricotta along with pillowy gnocchi and a seasonal sauce to enjoy together.

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.

Let’s have a “fun”damental time in the kitchen! It’s time to get back to basics by exploring a few of the fundamental cooking techniques every cook should know. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned enthusiast, our culinary coaches will dive deep and answer all your questions about the cornerstones of cooking: knife skills, sautéing, roasting, and rice cooking.

Get ready to embark on a fully-immersive Napa Valley foodie experience! In this class, you'll have the opportunity to explore and shop for the freshest, locally sourced ingredients and meet the local farmers and artisan food producers face-to-face . Then heading back to PLAYTE Kitchen, where Chef Sandy will guide you through the process of creating a delicious meal utilizing the ingredients you just purchased.

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.

Get ready to turn your home into a house… a steakhouse, that is! In this hands-on cooking class dedicated to timeless steakhouse favorites. We’ll dive into the techniques you’ll need to make unforgettable, steakhouse-quality dishes—from mastering the reverse-sear for a perfectly cooked New York strip to building a rich, red-wine pan sauce that ties it all together.

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.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare crisp Green Papaya Salad, wok-fired Pad Thai, and rich, aromatic Penang Curry while mastering essential Thai techniques, fresh ingredients, and the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare crisp Green Papaya Salad, wok-fired Pad Thai, and rich, aromatic Penang Curry while mastering essential Thai techniques, fresh ingredients, and the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

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.

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.

Take culinary adventure with us, and learn to make Spanish Tapas classics, like Ajo Blanco, Tortilla Espanola with Romesco Sauce, Chorizo a la Cidre, and Gambas al Ajillo

Ricotta is a staple ingredient that you can make at home without special equipment or seemingly overwhelming technique. With your ricotta cheese, you can create delicious appetizers, desserts and dumplings. In this class, we’ll make a fresh batch of ricotta along with pillowy gnocchi and a seasonal sauce to enjoy together.

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

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.

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.

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