Cooking Techniques Classes in San Francisco, CA

Service is much more than proficiently performing, it is an attitude. Learn the roles and conduct of the sommelier, mis en place for service shifts, responsible alcohol service and the mechanics. Standard wine service, Champagne, decanting and tray service will be demonstrated by the instructor and performed by each student. Tools, service temperatures,...

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and learn how to create your own fresh sushi rolls like a pro? You are in for a special treat! In this highly interactive and hands-on class, the Chef will let you in on tips and tricks of making delicious sushi rolls, from preparing the perfect sushi rice, cutting the fresh ingredients properly, and the art...

In this workshop, Master Sommelier David Glancy guides students to be fast, fluid tasters. Students will continue to practice their improved blind tasting skills using various techniques and drills to sharpen their focus and improve their timing. Master Glancy will also teach students exam preparation and test-taking strategies to help students work...

In this hands-on workshop with Eloise, chef and owner of San Francisco's beloved DeLise Café, you will focus on two things: recipes for moist and incredibly tasty cupcakes as well as techniques for decorating like a pro.  Guests will learn to make two different types of cake batter from scratch. This will include basic skills such as measuring...

Been dreaming how to make those fancy french macarons you tasted but seem too intimidating for you to make? It's about time you challenge yourself to overcome this tiny, gluten-free delicacy. The class will teach you how to make french macarons from making the perfect shell to filling it with melt in your mouth ganache. Recipes, as well as tips, secrets...

Style is a simple way of saying complicated things... - Jean Cocteau Beyond all the different grape varieties and wine regions of the world, how a wine is made makes just as big an impact on what comes out of the bottle.  Our Wines with Style Series explores the very diverse production methods of sparkling, rosé, and fortified & dessert...

Discover the multi-faceted nature of Beaujolais as expressed through its different soil types and vinification techniques. Learn how carbonic maceration and traditional fermentation changes the flavors in the glass. Find out how the granitic soils of the Crus Beaujolais create wines of different character and age-ability from the rest ofBeaujolais....

Developed by Master Sommelier David Glancy, this program is designed to enhance your blind wine analysis techniques like never before! Serious enthusiasts and professional wine students will sharpen their ability to assess structure and identify aromas. In addition, students will taste classic wines from around the world to hone varietal and regional...

This fun and hands-on class is all about the creation of some of the most delicious cookies you will ever make.  Guests will learn to make two types of cookies from scratch (chocolate chip cookie and a shortbread cookie) with our very own recipes. Guests will take home some freshly baked cookies and cookie dough as well so you get to enjoy...