Soup Making Workshop

Discover the ease and simplicity of making soup from scratch in this San Jose class.



2 hours Location San Jose Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 4 to 10   $109

Soups are a fantastic addition to your culinary collection. This cooking class in San Jose will cover all the bases so you learn soup recipes you'll return to over and over again.
Chef Elham will teach you how to prepare ingredients and cook soup to perfection.
You'll begin with the basics of soup-making, like how to plan ahead of time and how to preserve, freeze, and reheat soup. Chef Elham will teach you how to make a hearty chicken tortilla soup full of vegetables and a warming corn chowder with bacon. Finally, a simple but fulfilling sweet potato bisque will delight your taste buds.
Soup Menu:
  • Chicken Tortilla Soup with tomatoes, black beans, tortilla chips, avocado, and cilantro
  • Corn Chowder with bacon, cream, potatoes and white cheddar cheese
  • Sweet Potato Bisque with cream and chicken stock
You will also learn how to create variations to fit your preferences. By the end of class, you'll have three new soup recipes in your menu arsenal and the confidence to make them with ease in your kitchen!

Upcoming dates for Soup Making Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:32pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

6 upcoming dates between 12 Dec 2026 and 28 Feb 2027.

  • Sat, Dec 12 2026, 11:30am-1:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 12 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 19 2026, 11:30am-1:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 19 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Fri, Jan 29 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Sun, Feb 28 2027, 11:30am-1:30pm
What you'll get
All the recipes and plenty of soup to taste, plus aprons to wear.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
What to bring
Students are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Location

San Jose, CA

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  • 5/5 from Larry Zeitman, attended Nov 2026: We had a great time. Learned a lot and the final dishes were great.
Your teacher

Chef Elham Cooks
Chef Elham Cooks

4.9 (45)
female Women-owned

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.

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