Cooking Classes in Newport Beach
Best Cooking Classes in Newport Beach for your next culinary journey
Whether you’re in town for the surf or spending time exploring its historical landmarks, cooking classes in Newport Beach offer a new but equally enticing way of immersing yourself in the city. Sure, the diverse culinary scenes of Balboa Peninsula, Corona del Mar and Fashion Island are sure to keep your tastebuds tickled, but if you’re ready to learn to prepare restaurant-quality cuisine of your own, there’s nothing like cooking courses in Newport Beach. Learn to cook New American fare, savor Spanish specialties or prepare a Tuscan meal for two. Whichever class you pick, you’ll be guided by a renowned and friendly chef, learning new skills that’ll set you up for a life of culinary creativity. Ready to get started? Then book your cooking class in Newport Beach today!
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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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Classic Summer Grilling Made Simple
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Serve up a summer feast with grilled steak, vegetables and caramelized peach ice cream. Fire up the grill in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa focused on summer favorites. You’ll cook flank steak and top it with a tomatillo-corn relish, prepare a fingerling potato salad with creamy herb dressing and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Luxury Menu for Two - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Plan a romantic culinary escape with your significant other. Under the guidance of a world-class chef, this cooking class is the perfect way to spend time together while sharing a love of cooking. Work together to make chile-crusted ribeye with parsley cilantro oil and roasted carrots with harissa yogurt. Practice...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cook a Traditional Italian Spread
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace bold comforting Italian American cooking in this hands-on class. This cooking class in Costa Mesa is your chance to discover a fresh take on Italian classics in a fun, hands-on setting. You'll prepare polpette al forno, then fill and roll homemade manicotti with a rich three-cheese and spinach mixture, all...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Scrumptious Summertime Macarons
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Find out how to creates special French and tasty macarons through this cooking class. Many of us love a sweet treat and in this cooking class, you can learn to make one of the best French treats — macarons. In this three-hour-long class, a highly-rated baker will guide you through the techniques required to...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Tuscan Soirée - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a romantic date night featuring fresh Italian flavors. In this cooking class, joined by a gourmet chef, you and your significant other will work together to prepare various recipes inspired by the rolling hills of Tuscany. Practice grilling Tuscan chicken and making homemade potato gnocchi with a basil pesto...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Seasonal New England Coastal Classics - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Savor the tastes of a New England summer in this hands-on date night class. Looking for a fun and skill-building night out? This engaging cooking class in Newport Beach brings a full seaside-inspired menu to life. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you'll make a Connecticut-style lobster roll with homemade...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Summertime Italian Delicacies
$109
Cooking Class
$109
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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Sushi Roll Spice - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Wrap up romance through hands-on sushi rolling. Restaurant-quality sushi becomes intimate art when couples tackle perfectly seasoned sushi rice alongside shrimp tempura roll creation in this romantic cooking class. Master spicy tuna rolls while building connections through collaborative preparation, then craft avocado...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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The French Pastry Shop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
L'Art de la Patisserie: A French Baking Masterclass. Recreate patisserie favorites in this bake session in a cooking class led by top-rated chefs! Your chef instructor will guide you through the tips and tricks of crafting beloved French pastries from scratch. You will learn to create homemade laminated dough, shape...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Confident Summer Grilling Techniques
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Finish a bold summer grill night with caramelized peach ice cream from scratch. Cook a full summer grilling menu in this engaging cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll grill flank steak with tomatillo-corn relish, prepare fingerling potato salad with herb dressing and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Savor the tastes of Italy through this hands-on comfort cooking class. This cooking class in Newport Beach is where you'll cook a well-rounded Italian menu with a modern touch. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you'll shape and bake polpette, prepare homemade manicotti filled with cheese and spinach and pair it...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN NEWPORT BEACH
How much do cooking classes in Newport Beach cost?
Costs for culinary classes vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. You can consult the listings on this page to see a base cost as well as any fees that might be included. A tiering structure will be applied based on headcount to determine the total cost of your session. Depending on your choice of lesson, you can expect overall prices ranging from $59 to $100 per person and higher.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There are cooking classes suitable for anyone with a taste for culinary creativity, everyone from curious first-time cooks to seasoned long-timer chefs. Specialty sessions for kids, teens and families ensure that cooks of all ages can have an introduction to the gourmet arts. You'll also find team building cooking lessons that help colleagues collaborate in a whole new way. And when it's time for romance, singles, date night and couples courses are available to help you turn up the heat. From making birthdays more memorable to celebrating life's most delicious moments, there are cooking classes that cover it all.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Step into the kitchen for a fun-filled lesson in an easy-going atmosphere that encourages delicious success for everyone. All cooking courses are led by five-star cjefs eager to demonstrate techniques and share tips you can use once you're back in your home kitchen. You'll have access to all the ingredients, tools and supplies required to complete your chosen menu while sharing space with fellow cooks looking to expand their gourmet skills just like you. The no-pressure atmosphere makes it easy to hone your skills and may even offer a chance to dig into what you've created after instruction is finished.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Try your hand at making masterful macarons, take your taste buds on a journey to the bistros of Paris or recreating rustic Tuscan fare using time-honored regional methods. Or keep things closer to home and learn how to get every bit of goodness out of your grill or your cast iron cookware. There are even local cooking experiences that help you make the most of coastal California seafood to bring regional flavor up close. With sessions covering everything from the latest in cake decorating technique to classical sushi prep, you can slice the vast and varied world of culinary creativity one dish at a time.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The best cooking classes in Newport Beach offer an enriching opportunity to learnthe fundamentals or advance your existing abilities under the guidance of some of the best culinary creatives in town. Learn the background of your favorite dishes, pick up tips and tricks you won't find anywhere else and create magical moments that build your confidence and provide a sense of accomplishment. With your favorite friends and loved ones in the kitchen with you, you can share a sweet experience that brings you closer together. It's a prime opportunity to enjoy a community that celebrates gourmet goodness while adding new skills to your arsenal.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from top cooking classes that explore popular global cuisines like Mediterranean and Thai. For domestic dishes, discover how the experts create authentic California fare, master Southern comfort cooking specialties or explore the East Coast's most sumptuous creations. You can learn the inner workings of a classic surf-and-turf dinner or bring the best of bistro dining into your home cooking line-up, similar to an experience at Marche Moderne or Pelican Grill. Expand your personal cooking book by learning to create traditional sushi dishes from a local master or give your cookie decorating game a sugary makeover with specialty sessions that focus on timeless techniques.
Where do the classes take place?
You'll find bistro sessions in Balboa, Chinese courses in Corona del Mar, baking lessons in Big Canyon and so much more. With cooking classes near you cropping up in every corner of town, you're always just a short drive away from the savory action. Most classes take place in either your place, your chef's place or a separate venue that supports culinary instruction. Certain sessions like team building experiences involve the instructor traveling to your office, workspace or pre-chose location. For these courses, the instructor brings all materials and ingredients needed to create the menu listed.