Cooking Classes in Orange County

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Initially launched in 2014, Cozymeal now facilitates cooking classes in Orange County and more than 400 other cities around the world. To-date, it’s connected millions of foodies with world-class chefs, and as culinary classes in Orange County prove, it’s possible to learn to cook just about anything when you book through Cozymeal. Classes are available across the area, from Costa Mesa and Newport Beach to Huntington, with themes tackling everything from the flavors of Mexico and French bistro cooking to authentic Japanese sushi. With an easy booking process that provides access to world-leading chefs, plus a host of customizable experiences to suit all palates and dietary requirements, Cozymeal receives recognition from outlets like USA Today and Good Housekeeping. And as if to drive the point home, more than 30,000 guests to-date have rated the platform five stars. Eager to see what all the fuss is about? Then sign up for cooking lessons in Orange County and experience it for yourself.
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Authentic Summer Tarts

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Embrace the art of French pastry with three beautiful summer tarts made from scratch. Learn to make a variety of summer tarts from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare both pâte sucrée and pâte brisée, then use them to create a fruit tart, a honeyed apricot and almond...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 10:00AM
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Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Confident Summer Grilling Techniques 6 slide
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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
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 12th at 4:00PM & other times
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Colorful Cupcake Creation: Family Fun

$79
Cooking Class
$79
Invite the whole family to explore their love of sweet treats. This fun and engaging cooking class is designed for families to fall in love with the art of baking. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips for mixing batter, measuring ingredients, filling liners and decorating a batch of festive cupcakes. Learn...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 1:00PM
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Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Food Made Fresh 6 slide
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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
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Mon, Jul 13th at 7:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes 6 slide
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Crave-Worthy Chinese Dishes

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create your favorite Chinese takeout dishes from scratch. Master culinary techniques and flavor combinations native to China with this immersive cooking experience. Guided by an expert chef, you will learn to prepare a number of traditional dishes from scratch. Begin by searing chicken and vegetables in a homemade...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Mon, Jul 20th at 7:00PM & other times
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Romantic Tuscan Menu - Date Night

$109
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$109
Learn how to prepare an authentic Tuscan menu. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class is the perfect way to discover new recipes and boost your culinary skills. Work together to make savory Tuscan grilled chicken with zesty lemon and rosemary. Next, prepare homemade potato gnocchi with fresh basil pesto and toss...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Thu, Jul 16th at 7:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Chocolate Extravaganza 6 slide
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Chocolate Extravaganza

$99
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$99
Master chocoholic delights, tempering mousse, and more. Chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate — indulge in everyone’s favorite sweet in this bake-centric cooking class. From brownies and mousse to gelato, you’ll use different flavor combinations with each recipe to create three unique,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 26th at 10:00AM
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Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Patisserie Perfection 6 slide
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Patisserie Perfection

$109
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$109
Jump into the world of delicious French pastries during this engaging cooking experience. This hands-on cooking class proves that there's nothing as delicious as a homemade French pastry. Follow along as a gourmet baker instructor helps you craft a showstopping batch of authentic French pastries, culminating in a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Jul 18th at 9:00AM
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Savor the Streets of the French Quarter

$99
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$99
Enjoy festive techniques passed down from French Quarter kitchens. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies drizzled...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Tue, Jul 28th at 7:00PM
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Satisfying Pizza Party Favorites - Family Fun

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn dough into dinner with this hands-on family pizza party cooking class. Looking for a great way to spend quality time together? This engaging family cooking class in Newport Beach makes it easy and delicious. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you'll shape dough for a sausage calzone, build a summer garden...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Jul 18th at 1:00PM
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Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Bake Elegant Summer Tarts 6 slide
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Bake Elegant Summer Tarts

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Fold ricotta and pesto into a rustic freeform tart in this summer pastry class. Create a selection of summer tarts in this engaging cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll prepare pâte sucrée and pâte brisée, then build a fruit tart, a honeyed apricot and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 10:00AM
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Festive Cupcakes - Family Fun

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Spend time with family in fun and engaging culinary sessions. Bring a spark to the next holiday gathering by joining this cooking class. Led by an esteemed chef, you'll work alongside the kids while learning how to measure ingredients, mix batter and bake and frost a batch of firework-inspired cupcakes. Top them with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 1:00PM
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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

How much do cooking classes in Orange County cost?

Final costs for cooking classes will vary based on the chef and the menu you choose. Starting prices and fees are shown for each class on this page as a tiered structure based on the size of the group and the details of the particular course. Typically, the price per person will range between $59 and over $100 per person.

Who are these cooking classes suitable for?

Cooking lessons are ideal for anyone who is looking to have a great time with friends, family, or colleagues. These experiences are great for those interested in learning how to prepare new dishes or their favorite dish, from beginning chefs just getting their feet wet to intermediate and experienced cooks diving further into their abilities. With family classes on the agenda, kids and teens can acquire skills to build on while learning to help out in the kitchen. And thanks to the joyous atmosphere and easy-to-follow instruction, these top cooking classes in Orange County are the perfect setting for birthday celebrations, anniversaries and date night outings, get-togethers with family and friends and more.

What should I expect during a typical class?

First and foremost, you can expect to have a good time with your favorite people and learn new skills. Everything you'll need to participate in these cooking courses is provided, from the ingredients and tools required to expert guidance from the chef who will be your instructor. The atmosphere is energetic and friendly, in a space shared by fellow cooks from a variety of backgrounds. Follow recipes step-by-step and watch demonstrations while getting hands-on experience. There’s plenty of time for asking questions to make sure you understand the process. And once you’ve finished your dishes, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy what you’ve created.

What cooking techniques and skills will I master?

The cooking techniques you’ll master are just one reason why these are some of the best cooking classes for any foodie. In these classes, you’ll cover everything from grilling steak and vegetables to baking and decorating professional-level cakes. You’ll practice knifing techniques, learn to balance seasonings and spices and explore traditional practices used by cooks around the world. Popular techniques like pasta-making, bread-baking and pastry creation are featured regularly in the line-up as well. And with Asian, contemporary American and Latin cuisines on the menu, you'll discover delicious ways to recreate your favorite restaurant-level dishes found in eateries around the city, from pizza like they make at Fuoco to the sushi specialties featured at Hana Re.

What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?

Sharing laughs, creating unforgettable moments, and bonding with friends, family or colleagues are just some of the main benefits of these experiences. These cooking classes provide an opportunity to work with some of the finest chefs in the city. With their guidance, you'll gain a sense of confidence and curiosity in the kitchen while learning how to prepare amazing recipes you can recreate at home. You'll also meet fellow cooks who share your passion for great food, add new skills to your repertoire and explore the background of the great cultural cuisines of the world, whether you queue up a course in Corona Del Mar or sign up for a session in Anaheim Hills.

What types of cooking classes can I choose from?

You can tap into cooking classes covering everything from global specialties like Italian and Parisian fare to domestic favorites and New American creations. Specialty classes let you focus on techniques such as sushi making and pasta making. And with exciting representations of local favorites including seafood specialties and West Coast farm-to-table dishes, you can expand your repertoire to include an array of tastes and textures.

Where do the classes take place?

Culinary classes in Orange County take place in easy-to-reach locales around the area, with many occurring at a cooking school kitchen near you. You'll find cooking courses that can happen at the chef’s place, your place, or third-party premium venues chosen specifically for the occasion. In some classes, your instructor will come to your home kitchen or work space to conduct the lessons, bringing all the equipment and ingredients needed to create an amazing culinary journey in the comfort of your home. Consulting the venue image and map found on the class listing makes it easy to locate the cooking experiences that are right for you, whether you're located in the dining hub of Mission Viejo or the gourmet destination of Irvine.
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