Elevate Your Culinary Journey

Master the art of gourmet cooking with world-class chefs in intimate, hands-on classes. Transform your kitchen skills and create restaurant-quality dishes at home.

Start Your Culinary Adventure

About Cooking Refined

Passionate About Culinary Excellence

Founded in 2018 by Chef Isabella Martinez, Cooking Refined has become San Francisco's premier destination for sophisticated culinary education. Our mission is to demystify gourmet cooking and make fine cuisine accessible to passionate food enthusiasts.

We believe that exceptional cooking is an art form that combines technique, creativity, and high-quality ingredients. Our intimate classes, limited to just 8 students, ensure personalized attention and hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art kitchen studio.

From classic French techniques to modern fusion cuisine, our experienced chef instructors guide you through every step of creating memorable dining experiences. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook, we'll help you refine your skills and discover your culinary passion.

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Why Choose Cooking Refined

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Expert Chef Instructors

Learn from professionally trained chefs with Michelin-starred restaurant experience and culinary school credentials.

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Small Class Sizes

Maximum 8 students per class ensures personalized attention and hands-on guidance for every participant.

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Premium Ingredients

Work with the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and specialty purveyors.

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Take Home Recipes

Receive detailed recipe cards and technique guides to recreate your culinary creations at home.

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Professional Kitchen

Cook in our fully equipped commercial-grade kitchen with professional tools and equipment.

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Skill Progression

Build your skills progressively with beginner, intermediate, and advanced class levels.

Our Culinary Services

Hands-On Cooking Classes

Interactive 3-hour classes covering classic and contemporary cuisine techniques. Learn knife skills, sauce-making, and plating presentation in our professional kitchen.

Starting at $125/person

Private Chef Experiences

Exclusive in-home dining experiences with our professional chefs. Perfect for special occasions, date nights, or intimate gatherings with friends.

Starting at $450 for 4 guests

Corporate Team Building

Strengthen your team bonds through collaborative cooking challenges and gourmet experiences designed specifically for corporate groups.

Starting at $95/person

Wine Pairing Dinners

Multi-course tasting menus expertly paired with premium wines. Learn about flavor profiles and pairing principles from our sommelier.

Starting at $185/person

What Our Students Say

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Get in Touch

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Visit Our Kitchen Studio
425 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
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Class Hours
Tuesday - Sunday: 10 AM - 9 PM
Monday: Closed