Napoli Culinary Academy Cooking Classes

Napoli Culinary Academy Cooking Classes offers 3-hour cooking classes that include lunch or dinner. The classes take place at Napoli Culinary Academy & Cafe Napoli, which is a non-profit organization offering Diplomas in the Culinary Arts Management Program and educational services for the community. These cooking classes are described as popular and sell out months in advance, with over 100 guests on the waiting list for each class.

• Schedule: 3-hour cooking classes; open Monday–Saturday, 11am–9pm (hours subject to change based on classes and private events)

Napoli Culinary Academy is a non-profit organization that offers Diplomas in the Culinary Arts Management Program and provides educational services for the community in many ways such as through the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA), private scholarships to assist members of the community, and low-cost programs for those in need. The program also runs a monthly giveaway for a complimentary culinary class including dinner for two for subscribers to both of its YouTube channels.

The academy was founded by Hassi Sadri, who started Café Napoli on October 13, 1992, and then began Napoli Culinary Academy and Event Catering in 1997. Chef Hassi has a PhD in Industrial Management and an extensive national and international background in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage, and Hotel Management. Café Napoli appeared on the cover of the international “Pizza Today Magazine” in 1993 as one of the “Top Pizzas in the Nation” and was named one of the “Top 100 Unique Restaurants In The Nation,” and Napoli has received numerous accolades including “Best Restaurant in the Sacramento Area.” Due to Hassi Sadri’s accolades and expertise, he earned the title of “International Culinary Judge” and has been the Head Judge at the Annual International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas and the Annual International Pizza and Pasta Expo in Atlantic City for several years, becoming the Head Judge in 2012.

Last updated July 5, 2026.