Chef Elham Cooks

Elham has been a cooking instructor for over 20 years, sharing her passion for food and teaching with students of all levels. With a deep knowledge of cuisines from around the world, she brings both cultural insight and culinary creativity to every class.She began her teaching career at Viking HomeChef and went on to run the culinary program at Sur La Table, where she inspired countless home cooks to explore new techniques and flavors. In addition to teaching, Elham has owned and operated her own catering company, Blue Sage, for the past 20 years. Her specialties include beautifully presented small bites that blend creativity, flavor, and sophistication, and elegant multi-course sit-down dinners.Elham’s genuine love for cooking shines through in her approachable teaching style, helping students build confidence in the kitchen while having fun along the way.Elham has also been featured in several TV cooking segments on View From The Bay, a local entertainment show focusing on the San Francisco Bay Area's food, wine, and activities with hosts Spencer Christian and Janelle Wang.