San Diego is one of California’s most popular and bustling cities. It is uniquely surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, numerous abundant farms, and the Mexican border to the south so that should already give you an idea of the city’s culinary scene. Their gastronomic scene is slowly making a name for itself, with some titles given to them such as “Best New Foodie Cities in America” by Thrillist Travel and one of “America’s best cities for foodies” by Travel & Leisure magazine. It’s also best known for excellent wine, thanks to the numerous vineyards in the region, and for their craft beer, which offers more than 140 craft breweries across town. San Diego’s flavors are both diverse and local at the same time. If you’re looking to explore the city’s cuisine for yourself, check out our list below for the best cooking classes in San Diego, California.
1. Learn how to make your own pasta (from USD 44.0)
Who doesn’t love pasta? It’s one thing to devour your favorite pasta dish and it’s another thing to be able to make your favorite type! This two-hour cooking class will teach you how to make different kinds of pasta, from long to short to ravioli. You’ll be learning from a pasta-expert Italian couple who moved to San Diego and who own Mattarello Cooking lab near the Gaslamp area. After the lessons, you will be able to taste your creations and you are encouraged to bring a bottle of wine to pair it perfectly with. At the time of writing, classes are on hold but are set to resume on October 8, 2020.
Pasta cooking class
Duration: 2 hours
2. Try out a unique date night idea (from USD 52.0)
If you’re unsure of what to do for your date night with your loved one, why not try this unique cooking class? It’s a one-of-a-kind experience where you will be preparing the dinner you’ll be having. First, you will choose your appetizer and then your pasta that you want to make from their menu selection. It’s a great hands-on experience as the instructor will be teaching you and your partner how to make your chosen dishes from scratch. Afterward, you will be having tiramisu which will also be created by you!
Night Cooking class
Duration: 2 hours
3. Experience a one-on-one Indian cooking session (from USD 228.0)
If you’re the type of traveler looking to get to know the locals, this activity is great for you. In a city as diverse as San Diego, you’ll be met with a plethora of different cultures so it will be an interesting experience to get to know the locals and their respective native cultures. This experience is a private cooking demo that will take place in the host’s lovely lake home where she will be preparing an authentic three-course Indian meal, which you will have afterward. During the course of the activity, you will also get to converse with her and exchange stories, making the experience more personal.
San Diego Private Indian Fusion Cooking Class and Meal
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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4. Master some Thai cooking skills for a cause (from USD 95.0)
Thai cuisine is one of the most unique kinds in the world. Some dishes are simple enough to do at home - and that’s exactly what this cooking class offers. Once booked, you will receive several menu options and you can choose what dish you would like to prepare. It begins with appetizers and some lovely Thai iced tea then on to the main meal which you will serve over dinner with your instructor. What makes this even better is all proceeds are for a charitable cause. At the time of writing, classes are held in your private kitchen or through Zoom meetings only.
Southeast Asian Cooking for a Cause
Duration: 2.5 hours
Experience the culinary diversity of San Diego
There are a number of exciting things waiting for you at San Diego, from the beaches to the amusement parks and zoos. But you also can’t miss out on their culinary scene - the restaurants and bars are surely exceptional and culinary experiences are definitely something you should look forward to when you plan on visiting!
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