Cooking Classes in Irvine
Best cooking classes in Irvine for your next culinary journey
Discover the signature flavors of cuisines like Spanish, Italian, French and more with hands-on cooking classes in and around Irvine. Guided by world-class chefs, you will learn how to transform high-quality local ingredients like fresh seafood and peak produce into dynamic dishes that showcase this incredible region. From the international influences of Santa Ana to nostalgic American favorites from Anaheim, these interactive chef-led lessons highlight the magic blend of culture and quality that defines local cuisine.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Impressive Dining Without the Stress
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unleash your culinary skills with simple yet impressive recipes perfect for gatherings. Join this cooking class to unlock the secrets of creating an unforgettable meal with ease. You’ll start with the classic chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, showcasing a simple technique that delivers bold flavors. The brown...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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New Year
Authentic Thai Cuisine
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Create an anything-but-basic Thai meal with the guidance of a professional chef. Join Chef Krong for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn the basics of Thai cooking as you prepare a flavorful meal with fresh ingredients and authentic cooking techniques.
To begin, you'll stir together tom yung kung, a spicy...
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Chef Krong
Serving the Irvine area
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Savory Spanish Specialties
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to prepare your own paella-centered diner filled with classic Mediterranean flavors. Mediterranean masterpieces from the great Spanish cookbook take their turn on the table in this exciting in-person cooking class. Let Chef Stacy share her magical methods for making a four-course meal featuring the finest...
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Chef Stacy H.
Serving the Orange County area
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New Year
Mastery of Modern New American Fare
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook up a fresh perspective on New American cuisine from appetizer to dessert. Handcraft a handful of vibrant New American dishes in this engaging and interactive cooking class with Chef Kevin. Learn smart cooking techniques as you create recipes with fresh, incredible ingredients.
To start, you'll top slices of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Kevin
Serving the Irvine area
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Simple Yet Showstopping Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create an impressive meal with easy techniques that will wow your guests. In this cooking class you will master the art of creating a simple yet stunning meal. Prepare chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, infusing each bite with rich, aromatic flavors. As you whip up brown butter mashed potatoes, discover how this...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Team Building Activity
Handcrafted Maki, Nigiri and Sashimi
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Get your crew in the kitchen for a collaborative lesson in handcrafted sushi. Your group is in for a treat with this sushi-focused team building cooking class with Chef Jesus. He'll travel to your venue and share his expertise in slicing, dicing and rolling in an experience your team is sure to love.
Begin with a...
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Chef Jesus
Serving the Irvine area
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Holiday Classics Reimagined
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate global traditions and tastes with a festive, hands-on cooking experience. In this festive cooking class, experience flavors from around the world with a holiday twist. Begin with pepper-crusted prime rib topped with horseradish crГЁme fraГ®che for a savory, satisfying main. Enjoy crispy latkes, a nod to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Wholesome Parisian Fare
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Timeless tastes from the City of Light make this session a memorable affair. Lovers of chic Parisian fare will swoon for this interactive cooking class, where French flavor comes to life in savory fashion! With Chef Stacy H. leading the lesson, you'll discover gourmet methods for transforming wholesome ingredients...
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Chef Stacy H.
Serving the Orange County area
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NYE Feast Together - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate with rich, French-inspired dishes perfect for a cozy, memorable evening together. Start your New Year’s celebration with an intimate, festive cooking class made for two. You’ll create classic French-inspired dishes, including steak au poivre with flamed brandy sauce, truffled pommes purée and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Handmade Pizza Basics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn each step of the process so you can make pizza completely from scratch. Discover why homemade pizza is the best kind of pizza in this engaging and interactive cooking class. Chef Kevin will show you the pizza-making process from start to finish, so you can handcraft your own pizza using your favorite...
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Chef Kevin
Serving the Irvine area
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Fresh Thai Dishes
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Get a taste of Thai cuisine in this authentic cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Krong, you'll learn how to make several Thai dishes using authentic ingredients and cooking techniques.
To begin, you'll make laab gai, a dish of ground chicken with fresh mint and spicy lime juice. Then you'll get...
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Chef Krong
Serving the Irvine area
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Kids' Homemade Pasta and Sugar Cookies
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Young chefs learn how to prepare a well-rounded, kid-approved meal with Chef Jesus. Chef Jesus helps junior chefs build self-confidence and healthy eating habits in this fun cooking class. With a little flexibility and simple preparation, young cooks will learn to make a simple, kid-friendly meal complete with...
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Chef Jesus
Serving the Irvine area
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Irvine
Fullerton
An emphasis on local community and tradition set the mood for hands-on cooking classes in Fullerton, where top-rated chefs guide you in the art of crafting dishes guaranteed to delight all palates.
Cypress
Artesian wells and rustic charm are the perfect backdrop for interactive cooking classes in Cypress. Let master chefs show you the secrets to elevated cuisine in an unbeatable, inspiring setting.
Orange
Work with world-class chefs eager to share their culinary knowledge when you book cooking classes in Orange. Take in the incredible historic architecture of this storied area while enhancing your cooking and cutlery skills with expert guidance.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Irvine
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.