Culinary Community
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, meet local chefs, or celebrate the city’s rich food culture, San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary community ready to welcome you. From hands-on cooking classes to seasonal educational programs, there’s always something exciting happening behind the scenes.
Alamo Colleges District – St. Philip’s College
St. Philip’s College provides comprehensive programs designed to prepare students for careers in the hospitality industry, offering both associate degrees and certificates.
Programs Offered: Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, Hospitality Management, and Restaurant Management.
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) – Texas Campus
The CIA’s Texas campus in San Antonio offers world-class culinary education with a focus on Latin cuisine, providing students with hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities.
Programs Offered: Bachelor’s and associate degrees in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality Management.
Southwest School of Art – Community Art Classes
While primarily an art institution, the Southwest School of Art offers community classes that occasionally delve into culinary arts and food culture, providing a creative approach to culinary education.
Programs Offered: Adult art classes, including courses in food and culture.
Central Market’s Cooking School provides a wide range of classes, from beginner to advanced, covering various cuisines and cooking techniques.
Programs Offered: Cooking classes for all ages and skill levels.
Young Chefs Academy – San Antonio
Young Chefs Academy offers a variety of cooking workshops and special events, catering to both children and adults, aiming to inspire culinary creativity.
Programs Offered: Cooking workshops and special events for children and adults.
The San Antonio Botanical Garden offers immersive cooking classes that blend garden-fresh ingredients with culinary techniques, providing participants with a garden-to-table experience.
Programs Offered: Workshops and classes for adults, families, and children, including the Culinary Health Education for Families (CHEF) curriculum, which teaches basic nutrition and practical cooking skills.
The San Antonio Food Bank offers hands-on cooking classes at its Mays Family Culinary Center, where participants learn practical culinary techniques from professional chefs while supporting the organization's mission to combat hunger in Southwest Texas.
Programs Offered: Chef-led and hands-on demonstrations for adults.
Chocolatl by chef Alessia Benavides
Award-winning Pastry Chef Benavides walks students through the art of baking at her north San Antonio studio, covering a a wide range of topics, including classic pastries, artisan breads, and contemporary desserts.
Programs Offered: Chef-led, hands-on demonstrations for adults, teens, and kids.
Blackberry Academy by The Board Couple
Operated by popular wine and charcuterie outfit The Board Couple, Blackberry Academy offers intimate classes where participants can learn the art of charcuterie, wine pairing, and other culinary skills.
Programs Offered: Hands-on culinary workshops for adults.
