Salinas Valley’s agricultural heritage meets culinary creativity through local cooking classes that transform fresh produce into extraordinary meals. Aspiring chefs and home cooks can explore hands-on techniques using the region’s world-renowned agricultural bounty.
From Art of Food Catering’s professional instruction to Drummond Culinary Academy’s comprehensive programs, Monterey County offers diverse cooking experiences that celebrate local ingredients and regional cooking traditions.
Discover Salinas Valley’s delicious cooking class adventures!
Featured Cooking Classes in Salinas
Art of Food Catering and Cooking Classes (Monterey)
What to Expect
Celebrity chef-led cooking classes with 180-degree Pacific Ocean views
Description
Chef Wendy Brodie leads hands-on cooking classes for groups of 8 or more, ranging from novice to professional levels. Classes cover diverse culinary styles from global cuisines, offering personalized experiences with ocean view settings and expert instruction from a celebrity chef.
Where: Monterey | More Info: Art of Food Catering and Cooking Classes
Drummond Culinary Academy
What to Expect
200-hour externship program with local restaurant partnerships
Description
Rancho Cielo's Drummond Culinary Academy offers a comprehensive youth culinary training program for ages 16-24 without high school diplomas. Students gain hands-on experience through real restaurant service, 200-hour externships, and professional networking with local hospitality businesses, preparing them for careers in commercial kitchens, hotels, and culinary enterprises.
Where: Salinas | More Info: Drummond Culinary Academy