Students in aprons preparing fresh pasta and vegetables with their chef instructor during a Boulder home cook class.

Boulder Cooking Classes

Explore international cuisine, baking, technique-focused classes, and more with a professional Chef Instructor.

From beginner basics to creative skills, join hands-on experiences or host corporate cooking classes in Colorado and private events tailored to your group.

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, Boulder, CO

Upcoming Home Cook Classes

Spanish Tapas

Thu, August 20, 2026 | 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Garlic Shrimp with Romesco, Spanish-style meatballs, Patatas Bravas, Spanish Tortilla

Taste of Thailand

Fri, August 21, 2026 | 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Pad thai, tom kha gai, panang meatballs, red curry paste, coconut sticky rice

Farm to Table: Vegetable Cooking Techniques at the Farmers Market

Sat, August 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Chef Dallas takes you on a trip to the farmers market, followed by a veggie-forward cooking class!

Italian Comforts: Vegetarian Style

Tue, August 25, 2026 | 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Kale and Walnut Risotto, Pasta with Avocado Pesto, Asparagus Cacio e Pepe Style, Tiramisu

Spanish Cuisine: Seafood Paella

Thu, August 27, 2026 | 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Seafood Paella, Roasted Eggplant and Peppers, Onion Coca, Garlic Mayonaise, Red Wine Poached Pears with Whipped Cream

Mexican Street Tacos, Sauces, Tortillas and Fillings

Tue, September 1, 2026 | 4:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Corn Tortillas, Carne Asada, Chicken Tinga, Nopalitos, Salsa Verde, Tomato and Mango Salsa

“Very engaging—it was fun! The facility is awesome and perfect for small intimate cooking classes. We’ll try other classes as well.”

Anthony G.
Chef Dallas Houle, Boulder Campus Home Cook Chef Instructor at Escoffier.

Chef Instructor Dallas Houle

Chef Dallas has over 20 years of experience in the culinary industry as a chef instructor, sous chef, executive chef, and culinary director. His past experience spans roles from food truck fare to fine dining restaurants, farm-to-table experiences, and upscale vegetarian cuisine.

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“It was super fun and relaxing, low-stress experience as a novice cook. Would definitely do it again with a new type of cuisine, and I would recommend it to groups as well.”

Lauren S.
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