Cooking Classes in Orange County
Best cooking classes in Orange County for your next culinary journey
Fresh seafood, international ingredients and eclectic Californian classics await you in cooking classes in Orange County. From Irvine to Laguna Beach and all stops in between, you'll find world-class local chefs eager to help you sharpen your skills in the kitchen. Get a taste of the vibrant foodie scene in Costa Mesa or explore flavorful coastal fare hailing from Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. No matter what menu you choose, you'll soon discover that gourmet cooking lessons are within your reach.
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Four-Course Tuscan Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the rich flavors of tuscany with a sumptuous four-course culinary journey. Journey through Tuscany with this cooking class featuring four-course menu. Start with roasted tomato and olive crostini and savor strip steak drizzled with a rich Chianti pan sauce, followed by homemade potato gnocchi tossed in...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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A Tuscan Feast on Four Plates
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the essence of Tuscan flavors through a memorable cooking experience together. Experience the warmth and richness of Tuscan cooking in this hands-on four-course cooking class. Start with roasted tomato and olive crostini, bursting with flavor. The centerpiece of your meal will be a succulent strip steak...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Italian Inspiration
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Step into the shoes of an Italian chef, creating rustic crostini and perfect handmade pasta. In this interactive Italian cooking class, Chef Mert shows you how to prepare a love-inspired meal featuring fare from Italy from start to finish using only the freshest ingredients.
Begin with three varieties of herbed...
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Chef Mert
Serving the Orange County area
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Team Building Activity
Handmade Sushi Rolls
$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Work as a team to create a colorful, handmade sushi feast with Chef Krong. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will join your team at your venue to create colorful sushi from scratch. The chef will guide your team while practicing the techniques to fill and shape beautiful, handmade sushi rolls....
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Chef Krong
Serving the Orange County area
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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 Orange County area
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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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Chef Kevin
Serving the Orange County 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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Handmade Italian Pizza
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Craft authentic Italian pizza in this immersive cooking class. Discover the art of Italian pizza-making in this hands-on cooking class. Learn artisan pizza-making tips from five-star Chef Patti, such as kneading dough and making fresh homemade pesto.
Start with an appetizer of seasonal Caprese skewers followed by...
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Chef Patti
Serving the Orange County area
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Holiday Yule Log Cake
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make a classic yule log cake for the holidays. Learn to make an elegant and traditional yule log cake to serve as the centerpiece of your holiday dessert spread. This cooking class, led by a gourmet baker instructor, will teach you to make the classic holiday treat from scratch, including everything from...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Cincinnati
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Holiday
Holiday Yule Log
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover professional level methods for making a traditional French treat for Christmas. Sweeten your holiday season with a traditional Yule log in this chef-led cooking class. Craft a traditional bГ»che de noГ«l by making a delicate sponge cake and mocha Italian buttercream from scratch. Spread the buttercream...
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Chef Wendy or Resident Chef
Naples
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Pop-up Class
Holiday
Craft Fresh Cavatelli Pasta
$65
Cooking Class
$65
Master the art of pasta making, from perfecting the dough to shaping traditional Italian noodles. Fresh handmade pasta is an absolute delight and in this class, you'll learn to master it like a professional. Chef Asher will show you all the tricks to perfecting the art of cavatelli pasta.
Start by mixing semolina...
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Chef Asher
Orange
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Macarons 101
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art behind macarons in this cooking class. Get into the party in this engaging cooking class as you learn how to make macarons from scratch. A professional chef will guide you through classic recipes using fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques to make the most delicious macarons. From whipping up...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Orange County
11/06/2024
Chef Patti is great! The food was delicious and we also learned kitchen tips and tricks that will help with all kinds of meals in the future.
11/03/2024
The class was fun. WeĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll definitely go back for more classes. We had a great experience
10/16/2024
The resident chef was informative, enthusiastic, friendly, helpful and fun!!
My complaints are that it was very expensive and the food was cold when we ate it. The food was fun to make and we learned a lot.
10/13/2024
We had so much fun! The food was amazing and we learned new, creative ways to use ingredients. It was a great experience!
Popular Cities We Serve Near Newport Beach
Mission Viejo
Let world-class chefs enhance your culinary skills with interactive cooking classes in Mission Viejo — an exciting culinary experience in the heart of this vast, sprawling city.
San Clemente
Cooking classes in San Clemente feature every ingredient this seaside paradise is known for, not to mention other world cuisines that delight the taste buds. Book now, and let world-class chefs expand your palate and kitchen skills.
San Juan Capistrano
Learn from top-rated chefs when you book cooking classes in San Juan Capistrano. Known as the Jewel of the California Missions, this culturally diverse area is as rich in history as it is in architectural beauty. Book a cooking class in San Juan Capistrano today and enjoy all this city has to offer.
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.