Join Chef Michael Kalanty in Oakland for a hands-on Roman pizza class that turns dough into a culinary masterpiece. Save your spot and learn how to craft authentic pies in this lively, educational experience!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, but participants should be comfortable standing and working with their hands.
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History
Oakland’s vibrant food scene has grown rapidly since the 1970s, influenced by its diverse community and innovative chefs.
Conservation
The class emphasizes waste reduction and sourcing ingredients locally whenever possible to support sustainable practices.
Kitchen on Fire
Join Chef Michael Kalanty in Oakland for a hands-on Roman pizza class that turns dough into a culinary masterpiece. Save your spot and learn how to craft authentic pies in this lively, educational experience!
Kitchen on Fire is a hands-on cooking school and event producer that offers a broad calendar of culinary workshops, multi-week series, camps, and virtual classes. The school presents technique-driven, chef-led experiences ranging from single-session workshops to 12-week fundamentals courses. Classes focus on regional cuisines, baking, pastry, vegetarian and seasonal cooking — examples include Italian pasta and breads, Indian and Burmese dishes, Middle Eastern street food, Mexican and Latin specialties, and classic bistro techniques.
Chef-led offerings feature named instructors and visiting chefs, with programs such as multi-week Basics of Cooking series, themed nights like A Night in Florence and A Night in Rome, specialized workshops including ricotta and doughnuts, and seasonal pie and baking classes. Kitchen on Fire also runs teen camps, school-break day camps, and virtual workshops to reach learners at different levels and schedules.
Instruction emphasizes hands-on practice, practical skills like knife work and recipe fundamentals, and communal dining of the dishes created during class. Many classes run three hours or longer; multi-week series provide progressive skill development. In addition to in-person workshops, the organization publishes virtual classes and instructional series led by its roster of chefs.
Kitchen on Fire’s program diversity — from single-session craft workshops to immersive multi-week courses and teen camps — reflects a commitment to accessible, skill-focused culinary education. The school’s transparent class descriptions, named instructors, and recurring series offer prospective students clear expectations and opportunities to build lasting cooking skills. Class sizes vary to prioritize engagement, hands-on practice, and personalized instructor feedback for students.
Classes Listed
74
Workshops, series, camps and virtual sessions.
Featured Chefs
15+
Named and visiting instructors.
Class Lengths
1–12 weeks
From single workshops to 12-week series.
Teen Programs
9
Camps and school-break workshops.
Choose a workshop, multi-week series, or teen camp and book a chef-led session today.
Prepare to get hands-on
Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to actively participate in dough-making and topping selection.
Bring your appetite
Enjoy your homemade pizza paired with wine after the class—ample tasting included!
Arrive early
Getting there 15 minutes before start time ensures a smooth start and better learning experience.
Ask questions
Chef Michael Kalanty encourages participant interaction—don’t hesitate to ask about techniques or ingredients.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes suitable for active participation and potential flour and sauce splashes.
Apron
Protect your clothing while working with dough and toppings.
Wine or beverage of choice
Enjoy pairing your homemade pizza with wine or drinks during the tasting.
Notebook
Take notes on techniques and recipes for future reference.