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Scottsdale’s Premier Gourmet Store and Cooking School

Knowing how to cook is more than just surviving. It is a means to making us whole, healthy and happy. As we emerge from our time of quarantine, now more than ever we can embrace all that cooking is and learn to prepare delicious foods. Cooking is easy and fun when you understand the fundamentals. We hope you will journey through our classes and enrich your life with the knowledge of how to cook foods you love.

Kitchen Assistant POSITION

Assist chef/instructor with set up of cooking classes including food, equipment and beverages. Interact with the students welcoming and making them feel comfortable at the beginning of class. During class help to maintain cleanliness of kitchen; wash cookware, cooking equipment and load dishwashers. Assist students in class as requested by the instructor. Share in the clean up duties after class is completed.

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Sweet Basil
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Cooking classes now offer hands-on or demonstration experience. 

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Classes are listed by month with descriptions, dates, times and prices. Enroll now on-line or by phone, 480-596-5628.

Kids & Teens Classes

Essence of Cooking

Fall Schedule PDF

Nov. 2024 Classes

Dec. 2024 Classes

*NEW* Winter Schedule PDF

*NEW* Jan. 2025 Classes

*NEW* Feb. 2025 Classes

*NEW* March 2025 Classes

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In the Store:

Features everything you need for cooking and entertaining – cookware, dinnerware, bake ware, bar ware, linens, gadget, and more!
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Store hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Mon–Sat

Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers an extensive variety of classes, taught by experienced Chefs with a talent for teaching!

About Us

Since we opened our gourmet cookware store & cooking school in 1993 our goal at Sweet Basil Culinary Center has been to provide under one roof a resource for entertaining supplies, cooking tools & recreational cooking classes. We hope you’ll stop by often for all your cooking and entertaining needs.

Here Are Some Things That We Can Do For You!

Outstanding Customer Service

Enjoy complimentary gift-wrapping with any purchase of $25.00 or more at Sweet Basil Gourmet!

Whether you’re picking up a gift for a loved one or treating yourself, we’re here to add that special touch. And don’t forget, we can ship your beautifully wrapped gifts anywhere in the United States via UPS, making it easier than ever to spread joy across the country.

Looking for the perfect gift?

Sweet Basil Gift Cards are an excellent choice for any special occasion. Available in any amount, they can be used in our store or culinary school. To purchase a gift card, simply visit our website and follow the easy prompts to get it on its way to your recipient.

Our colorful Gift Baskets are another fantastic option for gift-giving!

These baskets combine convenience with thoughtfulness and are perfect for out-of-town relatives, business associates, corporate gifts, or anyone who would appreciate a selection of “gifts within a gift.” You can customize them with items from our store, including our wide selection of gourmet foods, or choose from our premade options. Gift Cards are also available in any amount, either online, in-store, or by phone, and can be used for cooking classes or store merchandise.

Do your knives need a little TLC?

Drop them off at Sweet Basil, and we’ll have them sharpened and ready to go in just a couple of days.

Interested in hosting a private cooking class?

We’d love to help you make it a memorable experience. Visit our website to learn more and see how easy it is to plan your own culinary event with us!

Sweet Basil Culinary Center

At Sweet Basil Gourmet, we’re always on the lookout for the best products to enhance your cooking experience. Our Scottsdale, AZ store is constantly expanding its collection with top-of-the-line kitchen essentials to ensure that every meal you prepare is a true culinary delight. From the precision of Heritage Steel cookware to the innovative designs of Tovolo kitchen tools, we carry a wide range of name brands that chefs and home cooks alike trust and love.

Explore our selection of Wusthof knives, renowned for their sharpness and durability, or discover the exceptional craftsmanship of Hammer Stahl cutlery. For those who appreciate baking, our Nordicware collection offers high-quality bakeware that will make your desserts shine. We also stock Cuisinart Cookware, known for its reliable performance and versatility, as well as Microplane graters and zesters that will take your food preparation to the next level.

At Sweet Basil Gourmet, we believe that the right tools can make all the difference in your kitchen, which is why we’re dedicated to bringing you the best. And when it comes to gifting, consider Sweet Basil Culinary Center as your go-to destination. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned chef or a passionate home cook, our curated selection of culinary gifts is sure to impress.

Visit us today and discover how Sweet Basil Gourmet can elevate your cooking and make every meal extraordinary!

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Essence of Cooking

If you’ve ever wanted to be a good home cook, this 12-week series is meant for you!

We teach everything from A to Z about cooking and each week you are introduced to a new subject explored (cooked) by the group. This fun series includes lectures, demonstrations, hands-on learning and a meal of the foods prepared each week.

Be part of a group learning about the basics of cooking.  NEW Classes begin JANUARY 7th!

Check Out What People Are Saying About Us…

This place is a hidden gem. On fist glance, I thought it was just a cooking school but then I discovered their cafe! The food is awesome here. Not a huge menu but everything we tried was AMAZING. I recommend the split pea soup and the BLT.

Chris A

 

Attended a gourmet couples cooking class. The chef was personable and made it really fun. Although you only make one item, it was a nice evening. The food was delicious and the store had some unique items.

Breanne M.

 

Took a 12 week cooking class series! Loved it! Great instructor, format and overall good experience. Definitely recommend to anyone who wants to learn to cook better. My family is very glad I took this class!

Karen E.

 

CHECK OUT OUR COOKING SCHOOL!

CLASS-SCHEDULE

CLASS SCHEDULE

Sweet Basil Cooking School, like the store, started out small in 1993.

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KIDS-TEENS

KIDS & TEENS

Classes for kids (8 and above) and teens are on Saturdays, after school and in summer at week long camps.
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TEAM BUILDING & PRIVATE
PARTIES

We’ve helped host some wonderful parties, let us host a team building or private party class for you!
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SPECIAL-EVENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

Look for our special events each quarter when we bring in guest chefs to teach classes, and Saturday afternoon demonstration/product education classes with fun and adventurous culinary experiences.
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