Top Phoenix Cooking Classes

If restaurant pasta prices have personally offended you lately, this cooking class with Chef Maricarmen is the solution. Hosted at a stylish local venue in Phoenix, this interactive experience teaches the art of fresh pasta-making paired with a colorful shrimp primavera sauce packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavor. Start by crafting homemade pasta dough using flour, eggs and olive oil before learning how to roll and cut fresh pasta by hand. Chef Maricarmen keeps every technique approachable while sharing practical kitchen tips that instantly make cooking feel less intimidating. Next, prepare a bright primavera sauce with shrimp, mushrooms, red onions, bell peppers, tomato sauce and crushed red pepper for a little kick of heat. Once combined with the fresh pasta, the final dish becomes the kind of meal that makes people suspiciously ask, “Wait… you made this?” Expect plenty of tasting, laughter and useful skills you’ll actually want to recreate at home.

Enjoy an evening of sushi in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Greg in Phoenix! This interactive experience will teach you how to create three distinct sushi rolls while sipping on expertly paired wines. Begin by learning the techniques to blacken ahi tuna for a flavorful sushi roll, then roll up a spicy shrimp and cabbage roll for a delicious kick. Finish with a crispy Asian vegetable roll packed with fresh ingredients. With Chef Greg’s expert guidance, you’ll master essential rolling techniques, knife skills, and ingredient pairings. Whether you’re a sushi enthusiast or a first-timer, book your spot today for a unique sushi experience in Phoenix!

One bite of freshly made fettuccine Alfredo and you'll see why homemade pasta is hard to beat. Set in a welcoming local venue, this hands-on cooking class teaches you how to make fettuccine Alfredo from scratch. Chef Maricarmen guides you through each step, making it easy to follow regardless of experience. Start by mixing flour, eggs, salt and olive oil into fresh pasta dough. You'll knead, roll and cut it into fettuccine, then prepare a creamy Alfredo sauce with butter, cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic and parsley. Cook your pasta until tender, toss it in the sauce and enjoy a comforting bowl made entirely by hand. Along the way, you'll learn practical pasta-making and sauce-making techniques you can recreate in your own kitchen.

Hosting in my home allows me to share not only recipes, but also the stories and hospitality. I offer small-group, hands-on cooking classes hosted in my home kitchen. I have years of personal experience cooking traditional Southwestern Spanish home-style dishes, especially green chile–based recipes. I have entered several chili cooking-off competitions and have won first-place awards and overall crowd favorite. My expertise comes from generations of family recipes and hands-on practice, family-style cooking, and hosting others in my home. I focus on practical techniques, safe food handling, and clear instruction so guests of all skill levels can confidently recreate the dish at home. I have years of experience preparing traditional dishes, especially pork green chile. My home is a comfortable, clean, and welcoming private residence with a well-equipped kitchen designed for small-group cooking. The kitchen has ample counter space, seating, and suitable for hands-on instruction.

The Downtown Phoenix Walking Brew Tour offers guests the ultimate small group craft beer experience—on foot! Covering approximately two-thirds of a mile, this guided tour takes you through the heart of Roosevelt Row, where you’ll visit a mix of iconic taprooms and exciting new breweries that are redefining the Phoenix beer scene. Along the way, you’ll enjoy expertly curated beer tastings, insider stories, and plenty of local flavor—all within a fun, easy walking route perfect for groups, date nights, or beer-loving friends. -Exclusive access to 3 Downtown Phoenix breweries. Skip the lines and maximize the fun. -Expert guide keeps the energy high with stories, tips, and laughs -Up to 12 tastings plus a gourmet snack to complement your craft beer journey -Fun, social, and interactive — a walking adventure full of surprises and flavors