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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Homey French Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Nurture your inner chef with heartwarming French cuisine. Fall in love with cozy French flavors during a cooking class where you'll learn all about preparing seasonal ingredients using the best of the season's bounty. You'll prepare a delicious slow-cooked cassoulet, a brown butter accompaniment, and tender green...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Vibrant Indian Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor the flavor of Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Indian cooking is a balanced art of vibrant colors, rich flavors, and exciting textures, which you will get to explore in this vibrant Indian cuisine cooking class. A top-rated chef will share some useful techniques for mastering some popular Indian...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Mouthwatering South Asian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Serve up Indian classics and celebrate the flavors of South Asia Strap in and take a delightful flavor journey in a cooking class that explores vibrant Indian cuisine. You'll spend a hands-on cooking session recreating a delectable selection of flavorful South Asian dishes, including a vibrant curry full of...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Sweet Fall Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This fall embrace the sweetness and make some macarons. Brush up on your baking skills and celebrate the sweetness of fall baking with this sweet fall macarons cooking class. In this technique-driven class, the gourmet chef will show you how to make these classic French treats. Practice mixing and piping the batter...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Handcrafted Autumn Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Handcraft delicious fall-inspired macarons. Craft fall-inspired macarons during an afternoon of cooking class fun. You'll learn all about these bite-sized French treats and how to turn them into your favorite fall snacks. A top-rated chef will teach you how to make pecan pie and gingersnap macarons, each filled with a...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
CHEF’S PLACE
Baking Your Fall Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get cozy and warm in the kitchen with some fall favorite bakes. This fall fill your home with the sweet smells of autumn baking in this baking your fall favorites cooking class. An expert chef will teach you to make delightful treats like buttermilk-glazed pumpkin donuts and a refreshing cranberry-apple tartlet. At...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Craft Bakery Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on with fall-inspired baked goods. Craft cozy baked goodies in a cooking class perfect for all skill levels. A chef will guide you as you make a series of fall-inspired treats, including pumpkin donuts with a buttermilk glaze and a mouthwatering cranberry-apple tartlet. Your chef will teach you the tips and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Must-Know Thanksgiving Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Upgrade your cooking skills for Thanksgiving in this cooking class. Start preparing for the biggest meal of the year by attending this must-know Thanksgiving skills cooking class. In this technique-driven class, the expert chef will teach you some tricks and tips for improving your holiday cooking to tackle any item...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Thanksgiving Secrets Unlocked
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn Thanksgiving cooking essentials just in time for fall. Turn the heat up this Thanksgiving after taking this incredible cooking class, where you'll learn all the tips and tricks to preparing an unforgettable Thanksgiving dinner. You'll learn all about brining and roasting, how to marinate chicken to ensure it's...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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A Simple Portuguese Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn some tips and tricks for cooking a delicious Portuguese meal. Discover the vibrant flavors and textures of Portuguese cuisine in this simple Portuguese meal cooking class. A five-star chef will guide you through a menu a delicious favorites like the piri piri chicken paired with blistered Brussels sprouts and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Portuguese Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring home a taste of Portugal after taking this immersive cooking class. In this cooking class, you can look forward to preparing dishes from a carefully curated menu full of Portuguese favorites. Working alongside a world-class chef, you'll learn how to make the distinct marinade for piri piri chicken, prepare...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Perfect Handmade Dumplings
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Put your pleating skills to the test in this fun cooking class. Dim sum translates to “touch the heart" and in this perfect handmade dumplings cooking class, you will discover why this sharing dish is so popular. Join a top-rated chef who will show you how to make dumplings and nail the art of forming, folding,...
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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
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