Fun Cooking Classes in Orange County
Rediscover the excitement and inspiration that comes with preparing cuisine that satisfies your cravings and speaks to your soul. Fun cooking classes in Orange County will pair you with incredible local chefs who are delighted to share their favorite recipes and techniques for the kitchen with you. Meet fellow foodies or bring along your own group to celebrate a special occasion. Fall in love with your new favorite activity and prepare to impress dinner guests.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Al Fresco: Italian Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get hands-on with Italian recipes and cooking techniques. Create al fresco-style Italian food in this dynamic cooking class experience. You'll work with a wide selection of ingredients including lemons and rosemary. A chef will take you through recipes to create succulent chicken, mouthwatering broccolini and a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Magnificent Mediterranean
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Soak up the sunshine flavors from one of the world's most popular culinary regions. Get your table in order with a host of delicious new global dishes, courtesy of this interactive cooking class where magic flavors every dish. Create a suite of incredible recipes that celebrate fresh, healthful ingredients merged in...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Mediterranean Mezze
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a delicious platter of mouthwatering favorites. Bask in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in this immersive cooking class. You'll learn how to put together a classic mezze platter loaded with inviting appetizers. This cooking class is perfect if you're looking to try something new and bring home a piece...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Authentic Thai Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Balanced flavors and intriguing textures are the centerpiece in this thrilling culinary workshop. Your personal recipe book gets a delicious expansion with the creations in this fascinating, hands-on cooking class. Under guidance from an accomplished chef, you'll explore traditional techniques for turning fresh...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Tantalizing Taste of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become an expert at making authentic Thai food. If learning how to make delicious Thai food is on your agenda, then this cooking class is for you. With a highly skilled chef working with you from start to finish you'll craft a selection of inviting dishes, including the classic Thai green curry and pad thai, you'll...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Crab Cakes From the Coast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a touch of seaside goodness to your dinner table with this ocean-fresh menu. Coastal fare becomes the catch of the day as this hands-on cooking class for seafood lovers. With help from your chef instructor, you'll create a meal anchored by fabulous coastal flavor and tempting texture. Learn essential kitchen...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Shellfish Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create spectacular seafood favorites from New England. Take a big bite out of New England with an immersive cooking class experience. вЃ¤вЃ¤Your top-rated chef will diligently guide you through all the important steps and traditional cooking practices for properly handling shellfish, allowing you to effortlessly...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Chicken Dinner Siciliana
$99
Cooking Class
$99
The dining traditions of Sicily inform the menu in this elegant culinary experience. Elevate your simple weekly fare with easy to re-create recipes focused on Sicilian specialties in an informative hands-on cooking class you’ll adore. Learn time-tested methods from the for turning an array of fresh ingredients...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Savoring Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Italian classics in a welcoming environment. Make Italian cuisine a weekly staple when you take a dynamic cooking class. вЃ¤вЃ¤A chef will be on hand to assist you as you create a menu full of Italian favorites, including chicken piccata and asparagus infused with truffles, alongside a velvety...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Italian Spring Specialties
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Primavera becomes a way of life in a session focused on springtime flavor from Italy. Delight in the beloved culinary traditions of the Old World with an in-person cooking class celebrating the flavors of the Italian spring. From starters and entrees to sides and desserts, your capable instructor will show you how to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Spring Feast: Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create authentic Italian cuisine this springtime. Tackle a menu full of delicious Italian flavors in this immersive cooking class. You'll work alongside a top-rated chef as you make homemade pasta from scratch and create a deliciously rich sauce as an accompaniment. Finally, you'll try your hand at making an indulgent...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Small Sweet Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a taste of life's sweeter side with these indulgent little creations. You can never have enough treats to share with your friends and family, and this hands-on cooking class provides a suite of sensational sweet recipes to enjoy. Indulge your culinary cravings with a session from a talented local chef who'll show...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
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.