Beginner Cooking Classes in Orange County
Present yourself with a new and exciting challenge by booking a reservation for a beginner cooking class in Orange County! Local chefs are eager to share their essential cooking tips, tricks and techniques for the kitchen with you. Recreate gourmet recipes from start to finish with your chef’s guidance and plate up a meal that will surely boost your confidence and satisfy cravings. Impress future dinner guests with ease and fall in love with cooking.
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Exploring Italian Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
savory and sweet Italian treasures, pork chops, focaccia and more. Explore the non-pasta side of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. A seasoned chef will demonstrate how to make a simple Italian salsa verde to pair with your perfectly cooked pork loin chops. Then, you’ll learn to assemble a citrus...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Summery Italian Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Greet summer by crafting a wonderfully rustic Italian feast during this hands-on cooking class. From fresh pasta to perfectly cooked seafood, this cooking class offers peak Italian comfort and coziness. An expert chef instructor will help you bring you summer-themed Italian menu to life, teaching you a variety of...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Summertime in Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Begin your Italian summer indulgence, but first with a wholesome cooking workshop.Ð’Â Enjoy an inviting Italian meal perfect for summer in this interactive cooking class led by a top-rated chef. To begin the session, you'll start by learning to create pasta dough from scratch to make a rich and velvety Fettuccini...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Bountiful Brasserie Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the comforting vibes of a cozy French brasserie during this cooking class. This cooking class allows you to create your very own French brasserie. From perfectly cooked steak to crispy fries and side dishes, you'll learn the process that goes into creating a stunning French feast from a seasoned chef...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Rustic Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This summer, savor bright Italian flavors, made right in your kitchen. A perfect Italian summer meal awaits in this hands-on cooking class, where your very own seasoned chef instructor will teach you to make fresh pasta dough for a delicious shrimp pasta accented with tomatoes and basil. Then, with the chef...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Perfect Pies From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn and practice the art of baking your own delicious pies from scratch. There's nothing like biting into a slice of homemade pie, and this engaging cooking class is the best place to learn how to make your own. An expert baker instructor will help you achieve pie perfection, teaching everything from how to properly...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Bastille Day Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience a Bastille Day Extravaganza, learning recipes that'll stay with you for a lifetime. Join a Bastille Day celebration! Here, you'll practice French techniques, learn to pan-sear steak and craft a tasty compound butter with shallots and herbs in a cooking class. Your chef instructor will give you verified...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Summertime Italian Delicacies
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bask in the sunny flavors of Italian desserts during this immersive cooking experience. This cooking class offers a delicious destination for dessert-lovers to embrace the flavors of summer. An expert in Italian baking will help you craft a bountiful batch of authentic Italian treats, providing step-by-step...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Homemade Pies
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn all the pie essentials to crafting the perfect masterpiece. Every baker should have a go-to pie recipe in their repertoire and this cooking class has just that. Starting with the foundation of every great pie, you’ll learn to make the perfect pie dough to use with all your creations. You’ll learn how...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Chocolate Lover's Paradise
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This cooking class teaches you how to make delicious chocolate treats from scratch. Indulge in the magic of homemade chocolate during this engaging cooking class. An experienced chef instructor will bring your chocolate dreams to life, teaching you how to make a decadent array of chocolate treats from scratch. No...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Italian Summer Sweets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlocking summer's bounty and baking delectable treats with renowned techniques. This hands-on cooking class teaches you how to transform summer's bounty into delicious desserts, perfect for basking in the sweetness of the season including Dolce di Amalfi, a classic Italian lemon pound cake. You'll learn to mix...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Patisserie Perfection
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Jump into the world of delicious French pastries during this engaging cooking experience. This hands-on cooking class proves that there's nothing as delicious as a homemade French pastry. Follow along as a gourmet baker instructor helps you craft a showstopping batch of authentic French pastries, culminating in a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cities We Serve In Orange County
- Aliso Viejo, CA
- Anaheim, CA
- Brea, CA
- Buena Park, CA
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Cypress, CA
- Dana Point, CA
- Fountain Valley, CA
- Fullerton, CA
- Garden Grove, CA
- Huntington Beach, CA
- La Habra, CA
- La Palma, CA
- Laguna Beach, CA
- Laguna Hills, CA
- Laguna Niguel, CA
- Laguna Woods, CA
- Lake Forest, CA
- Los Alamitos, CA
- Mission Viejo, CA
- Orange, CA
- Placentia, CA
- Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- San Clemente, CA
- San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Santa Ana, CA
- Seal Beach, CA
- Stanton, CA
- Tustin, CA
- Villa Park, CA
- Westminster, CA
- Yorba Linda, CA
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Orange County
Who are cooking classes in Orange County suitable for?
You’ll find sessions for cooks of all abilities, from budding beginners trying their hand at the culinary arts to seasoned specialists looking to expand their repertoire. Gather your friends and turn a simple cooking lesson into an exciting evening out. Date night courses help couples cook up sweet romance, while family fun sessions bring joyful energy to kitchen tasks shared by the whole crew. Expand your kitchen skills, meet fellow foodies and learn to prepare delicious dishes — it’s all possible. No matter where your tastes lie, culinary classes in Orange County are the perfect forum for discovering the world of gourmet cooking.
What should I expect during a cooking class in Orange County?
You’ll have everything you need to succeed during your cooking courses in Orange County, from the ingredients and tools required to patient guidance from your skilled instructor. The atmosphere is energetic and friendly, in a space shared by fellow cooks from a variety of backgrounds. You’ll follow recipes step-by-step and watch demonstrations while getting hands-on practice. There’s plenty of time for asking questions to make sure you understand what you’re doing. And once you’ve finished your dishes, you’ll have time to enjoy what you’ve created and marvel at your own culinary abilities.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
The cooking techniques you’ll master while taking culinary classes in Orange County cover everything from grilling steak and vegetables to baking and decorating professional-level cakes. Within every course, you’ll have lessons in knifing techniques, ingredient prep, seasonings and spices and more. Bakers can learn the secrets for crafting dough for prime pastries and beautiful bakes, and with family fun courses, younger cooks collaborate on exciting menus. No matter where you might be on your culinary journey, cooking experiences in Orange County allow you to explore masterful methods and top-shelf techniques in every session to take your talents to the next level.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class in Orange County?
With a cooking class in Orange County, you’ll learn from some of the finest culinary talent in the city. Featured chefs from a variety of backgrounds share their specialties and expertise with students via hands-on instruction that’s easy to follow and simple to master. You’ll be surrounded by other culinarians who are hungry to learn and create a sense of community. Prepare unique dishes with guidance from professionals who’ll help you succeed in the kitchen, no matter what you’re creating. You’ll gain new skills in a friendly, stress-free environment, gather recipes you can recreate at home and develop instincts for gourmet cuisine, all while crafting a menu you get to enjoy once you’ve finished.
What types of cooking classes in Orange County can I choose from?
There’s a tempting array of the best cooking classes in Orange County covering every culinary category imaginable, from global specialties to domestic favorites. Learn to assemble classic Parisian meals, bake and decorate your own stylish cakes and prepare timeless sushi selections in courses that make professional-level methods easy to master. Special occasion and holiday sessions help you celebrate the specialties of the season, and with technical courses, you can turn up the heat on your grilling abilities or sharpen your skills for chef-level knifing technique. For any appetite you may encounter, there are top cooking classes in Orange County that are sure to satisfy.
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.