Top Portland Cooking Classes

I have been grilling and BBQing for over 20 years, and have trained abroad in France, Spain, Argentina, Thailand, South Korea and other countries. As a native of the American South, I combine my culinary roots with eclectic and diverse flavor profiles. The result is a completely unique approach to grilling, based on science that marries traditionally Southern recipes and techniques with exciting ethnic-inspired flavors. With over 350 classes delivered and a perfect 5 out of 5 stars rating, I know you will leave my kitchen as a better griller and overall cook! Let's get grilling y'all! Other classes include: Pasta Making, Paella Basics, Sushi 101, Pizza Making.

If folding dumplings while surrounded by good food and good vibes sounds like your kind of evening, this cooking class with Chef Jimmy belongs on your Portland bucket list. Hosted at a trendy local venue, this interactive dim sum experience teaches you how to make authentic dumplings from scratch without the stress or intimidation. You’ll start by preparing fresh hot water dough before learning how to shape delicate dumpling wrappers by hand. Then, Chef Jimmy will walk you through two flavorful fillings: a hearty pork and chicken mixture with green onions and a savory vegetarian option featuring cabbage, shiitake mushrooms and parsley. Once your dumplings are folded and ready, you’ll make a simple but addictive dipping sauce with soy sauce, sesame oil and chili crunch for the perfect finishing touch. This beginner-friendly class includes all ingredients and cooking tools, plus step-by-step guidance that makes every part of the process approachable, fun and surprisingly therapeutic.

Whether you want to relax after a long day of sightseeing or need to unwind at the end of your workweek, a sunset dinner cruise along the Willamette River is sure to do the trick. The journey offers spectacular views of the Portland skyline and city’s main landmarks. Listen to live music while you enjoy a freshly cooked Pacific Northwest meal.

Portland is known for its food carts, but with numerous pods across the city, it can be difficult to know where to start. With this tour, your group will head to one of the city's oldest food cart pods, where you'll get the chance to try treats from five to seven different food carts plus a brewery.

Chef Sarah brings a cozy, down-to-earth vibe to this pasta-making class in Portland, making it easy for anyone to dive in and have fun with no experience needed. You’ll learn real pasta techniques in a relaxed, hands-on setting as you mix and knead fresh egg-free dough using simple ingredients like flour, water and salt. While your dough rests, you’ll work as a group with a prepared batch to practice rolling and cutting pasta with a machine. Then, Chef Sarah will show you approachable hand-shaping techniques that prove fresh pasta does not require special equipment. As you shape your dough, she’ll demonstrate how to make a rich butter sage sauce with garlic, lemon and olive oil, then cook the fresh noodles you cut together. At the end of class, you’ll sample the pasta made during the session and take home a full batch of fresh pasta to cook within the next three days.

Chef Sarah brings warmth, patience, and step-by-step guidance to this sushi-making class set in a lively local brewery. With quality ingredients and a laid-back atmosphere, she makes learning sushi approachable and fun for everyone — no experience needed. Whether you're a local looking for a fresh night out or a traveler craving something creative, this hands-on class delivers bold flavors, new skills, and plenty of good vibes. Come for the sushi, stay for the brews and the fun.

With more breweries than any other city in the US, Portland is a beer drinker’s dream. It can be hard to decide where to start, so this craft brewery tour takes you to a handful of the best on the city’s East Side, a neighborhood known for its innovation but off the radar of many tourists. Challenge your taste buds and find your new favorite brew, from West Coast IPAs to seasonal lagers and barrel-aged beers.

Fresh pasta has a way of making people feel suspiciously accomplished. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Jimmy, you’ll learn the essential techniques behind handmade pasta while enjoying a relaxed and beginner-friendly culinary experience at a stylish local venue. The class begins with crafting classic pasta dough using flour and eggs before learning how to knead, roll and slice it into silky homemade noodles. Chef Jimmy breaks every step down into approachable techniques that help achieve the ideal texture without the stress usually associated with homemade pasta. Once the noodles are ready, you’ll create a vibrant pesto sauce with fresh basil, olive oil and garlic for a simple but incredibly flavorful finish. Expect plenty of tasting, practical kitchen tips and those satisfying “wait, I made this from scratch?” moments throughout the experience. It’s comforting, delicious and the kind of cooking skill that instantly upgrades weeknight dinners at home.