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Our seasonal pasta series is here — six weeks of fresh handmade shapes, from spring pea agnolotti to brown-butter sage tortelli. Book early; these fill fast.

Cook something unforgettable tonight

Saffron
Table

A hands-on cooking school where you roll your own pasta, sear, simmer, and feast. Book a class or a private experience, cook shoulder-to-shoulder with a working chef, then sit down to eat everything you just made — wine poured, aprons on.

Book a class

All ingredients & wine included

Est. 2018 · Hands-on classes

The menu

Services

Every class and experience below is bookable online — aprons, ingredients, and wine are always included. Just bring your appetite and a little curiosity.

Cook alongside other food lovers in a hands-on, chef-led kitchen.

  • Handmade Pasta Workshop

    $110

    Mix, knead, and roll silky dough by hand, then shape tagliatelle, ravioli, and pillowy gnocchi. Toss it all in a bright seasonal sauce and sit down to a steaming plate you made from flour and eggs.

    2 hr 30 min
  • Thai Street Food Night

    $105

    Pound a fragrant curry paste in the mortar, balance sweet-sour-salty-spicy, and fire a smoking wok for pad see ew and crispy spring rolls. Loud, aromatic, and seriously fun.

    2 hr 30 min
  • French Bistro Night

    $120

    Master the classics — a glossy pan sauce, butter-basted protein, and a proper crème brûlée torched to a crackling finish. Unhurried, elegant, and deeply satisfying.

    3 hr

What you get

Why cook with us

Real technique, a generous table, and a chef beside you the whole way.

Hands-on with a chef

No watching from the back of the room. You are at the bench the whole time — kneading, searing, plating — with a working chef right beside you to guide your hands and answer every question.

Small class sizes

We cap classes so everyone gets real bench space and real attention. Smaller groups mean more time with your chef and a friendlier, more relaxed kitchen.

Ingredients & wine included

We shop the farmers market so you do not have to. Every class comes with fresh, seasonal ingredients and a glass (or two) of wine paired to what you are cooking.

Dietary-friendly menus

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-aware — tell us when you book and your chef will tailor the menu so you cook and feast right alongside everyone else.

How it works

How it works

From booking to the first bite in three simple steps.

  1. 1

    Pick a class

    Browse our group classes, date nights, and private experiences, then book the date and time that fits — payment and your spot are confirmed in a minute.

  2. 2

    Cook alongside the chef

    Arrive to a warm kitchen and a poured glass. Tie on an apron and cook every dish hands-on, learning the technique behind each step as you go.

  3. 3

    Sit down and feast

    When the last plate is ready, everyone gathers at the long table to eat what you made together — the best part of every night at Saffron Table.

Kind words

From our guests

I have taken cooking classes before where you mostly stand and watch. This was the opposite — my hands were in the dough the whole time, and I actually make this pasta at home now.
Priya N.  · Handmade Pasta Workshop
We booked the couples class for our anniversary and it was the best date night in years. Chef was hilarious, the wine kept coming, and dinner at the end felt like a celebration.
Marcus & Dani T.  · Date Night cooking class
I organized a private team-building class for fourteen people and it was seamless. Everyone was laughing, cooking, and bragging about their dish by the end. Way better than another happy hour.
Renee O.  · Private corporate team-building

Find us

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Address

472 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
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Hours

Mon
Closed
Tue
10 am – 9 pm
Wed
10 am – 9 pm
Thu
10 am – 9 pm
Fri
10 am – 9 pm
Sat
10 am – 9 pm
Sun
10 am – 9 pm

Before you visit

Good to know

Do I need any cooking experience?

Not at all. Our classes are built for curious beginners and confident home cooks alike. Chefs teach each technique step by step and adjust the pace to the room, so whether it is your first time holding a chef knife or you cook every night, you will leave having learned something — and eaten well.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?

Yes. We regularly tailor menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and common allergies. Just note your needs when you book, ideally at least 48 hours ahead, so your chef can plan ingredients and prep. For severe allergies, give us a call and we will walk through the menu with you directly.

How do private and corporate bookings work?

Private chef experiences and team-building classes are fully customizable — pick a cuisine, a date, and a group size, and we will design the menu and flow around your event. Reach out by phone or email with your headcount and any preferences, and we will send a tailored quote and reserve the kitchen for your group.

What is your cancellation policy?

Plans change — we get it. Cancel or reschedule at least 72 hours before your class for a full credit or refund. Within 72 hours we are unable to refund, since ingredients are already sourced, but you are always welcome to send a friend in your place. For private events, custom terms are noted on your booking confirmation.

Ready to fire up the burners?

Pick a class, grab your seat, and we will handle the rest. Tell us about any dietary needs when you book and your chef will plan around them.