Knife Skills Basics

Civic Kitchen co-founder Jen Nurse will teach you to use, choose, and care for your knives, as we practice cutting techniques for more efficient and enjoyable home cooking.

Taking Stock—Chicken & Leftovers

Part of the Learn to Cook (Thursdays)—Spring/Summer 2026 Series

Stock your pantry and freezer with basic ingredients for easier menu planning. We’ll show how a simple chicken and pantry staples can produce enticing meals all week long.

San Francisco Treats

David Groff leads a light-hearted exploration of San Francisco classics, from the gold rush era through present day, paying homage to the institutions and iconic recipes that put The City on the world’s culinary map.

Comfort—Braises & Beans

Part of the Learn to Cook (Thursdays)—Spring/Summer 2026 Series

Spring months call for heartwarming but lighter dishes to nourish us through the new season. Learn to make comforting braises, hearty bean dishes and satisfying main-course salads.

Japanese Breads

Michael Kalanty leads this hands-on baking class featuring two Japanese breads that have taken the world by storm: Milk Bread (Shokupan) and Shio Pan (Salt Bread).

Breakfast All Day—Eggs

Part of the Learn to Cook (Thursdays)—Spring/Summer 2026 Series

Learning to cook with the versatile egg leads to countless tempting meals. Join us as we poach, fry, boil, bake, soufflé and scramble our way to egg mastery.

Knife Skills Basics

Civic Kitchen co-founder Jen Nurse will teach you to use, choose, and care for your knives, as we practice cutting techniques for more efficient and enjoyable home cooking.

Everything Tonkatsu

Enter the world of katsu, the craveable Japanese pork cutlet, with Greg Dunmore, your guide to a variety of savory tonkatsu dishes and traditional Japanese accompaniments.

Viola’s Italian Summer

Viola Buitoni returns from her summer travels in Italy with an all-new menu of regional delights. Catch her in San Francisco while you can!

Spain+Japan = ❤️ (Round 5!)

Camila Loew joins us online from Barcelona to explore the intersection of Spanish and Japanese cuisines—their ingredients, beloved recipes and traditions.

Sizzling Summer Thai

Kitiya Ditpare will teach you to make sizzling summer Thai favorites, with this super fun menu jam-packed with bright, punchy flavor.

Bastille Day Fête

Join Frances Wilson to celebrate liberté, égalité, and fraternité in style with her annual chic French feast.

5-Day Teen Cooking Camp

Cooks aged 11 to 14 are invited to join our hands-on, fun-filled 5-day teen cooking camp! We’ll make homemade pasta, breakfast and dinner favorites, and some sweet treats, too.

Teen Cooking Camp: Day 1

Part of the 5-Day Teen Cooking Camp Series

Day 1 of our Teen Cooking Camp focuses on knife skills, scratch-made burgers and sides, and a fun twist on macaroni and cheese.

Teen Cooking Camp: Day 2

Part of the 5-Day Teen Cooking Camp Series

Day 2 of our Teen Cooking Workshop is all about chicken, featuring three preparations, as well as techniques for gnocchi and salad to serve on the side.

Teen Cooking Camp: Day 3

Part of the 5-Day Teen Cooking Camp Series

Prepare yourself for the most important meal of the day—breakfast!—on Day 3 of our Teen Cooking Camp.

Teen Cooking Camp: Day 4

Part of the 5-Day Teen Cooking Camp Series

Celebrate Day 4 of our Teen Cooking Camp with a taco bar, complete with crispy fish or steak and a rainbow of traditional sides.

Teen Cooking Camp: Day 5

Part of the 5-Day Teen Cooking Camp Series

Celebrate the final day of our Teen Cooking Camp with sweet and savory baking recipes, plus homemade ice cream!

Korean/Hawaiian

Cook through a menu of Korean classics by way of Hawaii with Beth Lee as your guide, in this lighthearted and delicious class!

Arepa Party!

What could be better on a Saturday midday than handmade arepas? Join Victoria Lozano to make these crispy/fluffy cornmeal cakes, fantastic fillings, and tres leches cake for dessert!

Tonkatsu Sando Picnic (online)

Greg Dunmore will lead you in making a terrific Tonkatsu Sando, complete with your own homemade katsu sauce and Japanese salads for a picnic at home or outdoors!

Friday Night Pizza

Dough expert Michael Kalanty shares his techniques and recipes for making superb pizza at home.