Est. 2018 · San Francisco

The art of cooking, mastered

Learn from world-class chefs in intimate, hands-on classes. From French technique to modern Asian fusion — discover your culinary voice.

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From fundamentals
to mastery

Whether you're a passionate home cook or aspiring professional, we have a program tailored to your level.

French Fundamentals
Beginner

French Fundamentals

Master the five mother sauces, knife skills, and classic techniques that form the backbone of all great cooking.

8 weeks · 16 sessions $1,200
Asian Fusion
Intermediate

Asian Fusion Kitchen

Explore the bold flavors of Japanese, Thai, and Korean cuisine — then learn to fuse them with Western techniques.

6 weeks · 12 sessions $980
Pastry Arts
Advanced

Pastry & Pâtisserie

From laminated doughs to chocolate work and sugar art. Achieve the precision and artistry of professional pastry.

10 weeks · 20 sessions $1,800

Learn from the best

Every instructor at Ember Kitchen has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and is passionate about teaching.

Chef Laurent

Chef Laurent Dubois

French Cuisine

Former head chef at Le Bernardin. 20 years of experience in classical French technique and modern interpretation.

Chef Mei

Chef Mei Tanaka

Asian Fusion

Trained in Tokyo and Bangkok. Specializes in blending traditional Asian flavors with contemporary plating and technique.

Chef Marco

Chef Marco Rossi

Pastry & Desserts

Award-winning pâtissier with 15 years in Parisian bakeries. Known for his architectural dessert constructions.

More than a cooking class

We've designed every detail of our space and curriculum to create the best possible learning experience.

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Professional-Grade Kitchen

Cook on the same equipment used in top restaurants — Viking ranges, Vitamix blenders, and premium copper cookware.

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Small Class Sizes

Maximum 8 students per class ensures personalized attention and hands-on practice time with every technique.

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Take-Home Recipes

Every class includes detailed recipe cards with notes, substitutions, and scaling guides for home recreation.

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Wine Pairing Sessions

Monthly wine pairing events with our in-house sommelier. Learn to match flavors, not just follow rules.

What our graduates say

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"I came in barely able to boil pasta. Six months later, I hosted a five-course dinner for 12 guests. The confidence Ember Kitchen gave me changed my relationship with food entirely."
Sarah
Sarah Mitchell French Fundamentals Graduate
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"Chef Mei's Asian Fusion course was transformative. She doesn't just teach recipes — she teaches you to think like a chef. I've since opened my own pop-up supper club."
James
James Rodriguez Asian Fusion Graduate
Your culinary journey
starts with a single class

Book a free trial class and experience the Ember Kitchen difference. No commitment, no pressure — just great food and great company.

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