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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Steak and Cannoli Tartlet Finish - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare steak and fall comfort food in the ultimate date night class. Get hands-on with seasonal favorites in this fall date night cooking class in Orange County. Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak and building a bourbon-shallot butter to go on top. Then make sweet...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cook and Connect - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore new flavors and craft memorable meals. Chef's choice is on the menu during this intimate date night cooking class. Explore new ways to enjoy each other's company by bringing to life a selection of restaurant-quality dishes. Follow expert instructions while making a hearty, well-seasoned Wellington, roasted...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Spookalicious Halloween Cookies - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring the whole family for some spookalicious fun and create frighteningly delicious cookies. Bring the whole family for a frightening evening in this family fun, spookalicious Halloween cookies cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through an evening creating cookies that will leave you gasping in awe....
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Chop confidently, perfecting your knife skills in a mastery workshop. Take a hands-on cooking class for the Knife Skills Mastery program to transform your cooking skills. Master fundamental knife skills and learn how to slice, dice and chop with precision. You will become more confident and efficient in the kitchen...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Noodle Know-How: Mastering Homemade Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of making homemade pasta using traditional Italian methods. Join this cooking class to learn everything you need to know about pasta. Let the gourmet chef show you how to craft homemade delicious pasta in this hands-on class. You will learn how to mix, knead and roll the pasta dough by hand. Then, learn...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Autumn Romance With French Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook together and savor a fall-inspired French evening. Turn up the flavor on your next night out in this autumn-inspired French cooking class in Orange County. Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak, making a creamy potato gratin and building a colorful salad with toasted...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Build Fresh Tarts and Pies for Autumn
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make golden crusts and sweet fillings your new signature. Roll up your sleeves and learn the basics of fall pie baking in this cooking class in Orange County. Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to prep flaky crusts, shape them for pies and tarts and bake off a sweet lineup of seasonal...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Savory Korean Secrets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mastering Iconic Korean Dishes Tantalize your taste buds with a cooking class that explores the best of Korean restaurant favorites. Master the art of crafting delicious dumplings, perfectly pleated and bursting with savory goodness. Learn to make chewy rice cakes and flavorful wraps, from marinating and grilling the...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Design Rich Mediterranean Recipes From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to layer flavors the Mediterranean way. Explore pantry staples in this Mediterranean cooking class in Orange County. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs to roast chicken with caramelized onion and preserved lemon, toss a carrot salad with cumin seed and feta and prepare fluffy couscous with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Simple French Cooking From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook with love, butter and rustic French flavor. Discover the heart of French home cooking in this comforting cooking class in Orange County. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs to make roasted cauliflower soup finished with truffle oil, haricots verts with brown butter and toasted almonds and a...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Craft Seasonal Mediterranean Recipes From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring fresh, wholesome Mediterranean recipes to your kitchen. Spice up your home cooking in this Mediterranean-inspired cooking class in Orange County. With guidance from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll roast chicken with preserved lemon, craft a bright carrot and feta salad and cook herby...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Make Classic Italian Dishes for Autumn Nights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your kitchen smell like a fall trattoria. Get in the kitchen for a fall-inspired Italian menu in this cooking class in Orange County. With guidance from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make sweet potato gnocchi from scratch, pan-sear prosciutto-wrapped chicken and mix up a quick...
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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 $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.

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