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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Fall Goodies - Family Fun
$83.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$83.99
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Experience the best of fall with delicious treats made from scratch. Bring the family out for a hands-on cooking class that's perfect for all ages! As fall draws near, there are plenty of delicious autumnal-inspired treats to explore. A chef will guide you as you turn regular chocolate cupcakes into festive turkeys,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Turkey Pot Pie From Leftovers
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
All fees included
Transform Thanksgiving leftovers into creative dishes in this cooking class in Newport Beach. Give Thanksgiving leftovers a creative second act in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. You’ll transform turkey into individual pot pies topped with cheddar biscuits, turn leftover cranberry sauce into...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Holiday Classics Reimagined
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
All fees included
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 crème fraîche 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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Festive Yule Log Workshop
$113.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$113.99
All fees included
Discover professional techniques for an iconic holiday cake. Add a festive French touch to your holiday dessert bar with this iconic cake. Guided by a local chef, you will whisk up a fluffy cake and rich Italian mocha buttercream to combine in a classic roulade. Decorate your Buche de Noel with handmade marzipan...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Cook a Classic Comfort Feast
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
All fees included
Create cozy soups and homemade bread in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Build a warming menu from soup to freshly baked bread in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare spiced carrot soup with carrot top pistou, simmer an Italian sausage, kale and cannellini bean ribollita and bake rustic...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Bakery-Fresh Holiday Bread Workshop
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
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Bake festive breads from scratch and enjoy the rewards of fresh baking. Learn to create bread better than your local bakery in this hands-on holiday baking class. A chef instructor will teach you techniques for making fresh bread dough using yeast and flour. Learn how to proof and bake dough for a raspberry snowflake...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Classic Winter Pasta Feast
$113.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$113.99
All fees included
Cook with seasonal ingredients that complement fresh pasta beautifully. Make fresh pasta from scratch in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll prepare spinach pasta dough, roast winter squash for a seasonal fettuccine dish and cook linguine with walnut sage...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Classic Thanksgiving Dinner
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
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Prepare an unforgettable Thanksgiving feast in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Build a complete Thanksgiving menu while mastering the techniques that matter most in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare herb-brined spatchcock turkey,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Make a Romantic Steak Frites Dinner - Date Night
$113.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$113.99
All fees included
Turn a classic French-inspired meal into a fun date night in Newport Beach. Master the elements of steak frites in this date night cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will show you how to pan-roast steak, turn flavorful drippings into pan jus and prepare crisp frites with garlic truffle...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Holiday French Pastry Showstopper
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
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Master pâte àchoux, pastry cream and caramel in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Turn classic French pastry into a festive centerpiece in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Chef Jessica or a resident chef will guide you through piping and baking pâte àchoux, preparing praline crème...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Holiday Cookie Collection
$103.99
Cooking Class
All fees included
$103.99
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Get ready for your next cookie exchange with this festive cooking class in Newport Beach. Explore four very different cookie styles in this festive cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will show you how to prepare jam-filled Linzer cookies, crisp dark chocolate hazelnut lace cookies, coconut...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Beef Wellington Evening - Date Night
$103.99
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All fees included
$103.99
All fees included
Turn date night into a gourmet adventure in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Few dishes make an entrance quite like Beef Wellington, and this cooking class in Costa Mesa teaches you how to make it together. Chef Jessica or a resident chef will guide you through preparing the beef and pastry before turning to lemony...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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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 $12.993.99 to $16.994.99 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.