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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Savor perfect blends - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor the masterpiece from both fire and flavor, grilling, searing, and roasting to perfection. In this cooking class, an expert chef will show you how to create a fabulous dinner using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients sourced from land and sea. Learn the secrets of grilling steak and cooking shrimp to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Parisian Rendezvous - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat yourselves to an indulgent culinary session. Boost your kitchen skills and spend time together in this cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll work together to prepare several authentic French recipes. Begin by pan-roasting chicken in a wine and herb sauce. Next, learn how to pan-sear green beans and put...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Patisserie Perfection
$99
Cooking Class
$99
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
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Global Treats
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the fun of preparing global desserts. Indulge your sweet tooth with this cooking class featuring the sweet and addictive flavors of French, Italian and Spanish treats. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll master making and filling hazelnut-chocolate bomboloni and drizzling churros with Mexican hot chocolate sauce....
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Kids Cooking Series
Summer Pasta-Palooza - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Turn up the heat this summer by making homemade pasta during this kid-friendly cooking class. If you and your family can't get enough pasta, this is the cooking class for you! This summer-themed pasta party is led by an expert chef, who will teach your family the art of crafting pasta by hand. You'll pair your pasta...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Build Your Own Sushi
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take in the sushi experience, from the spice to the roll and crisp. Join a cooking class for a step-by-step guide to the art of sushi-making! Here, you'll learn the basics of handcrafting sushi rolls, from the classics to your own creations. You’ll create the Spicy Tuna Roll — a staple of sushi spots —...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Steak & Shrimp - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the partnership of land and sea during this hands-on culinary venture. This date night cooking class celebrates the only couple that can rival you and your partner: surf and turf! Join forces with an esteemed chef instructor, who will guide you and your plus one during your savory surf & turf journey, teaching...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Latin Steakhouse
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the kitchen know-how, blend of spices, and sizzling recipes of Latin America. Learn the magic of the savory flavors of Latin America in this interactive cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you how to perfectly grill flank steak to pair with a fresh chimichurri sauce. You’ll form masa into pupusas...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Globally Sweet Trio
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring home the sweet flavors of French, Italian and Spanish treats. Prepare to get requests for every event when you join this cooking class. Based on international sweets, the menu includes Italian bomboloni, French beignets and Spanish churros. You'll work alongside a gourmet chef while preparing hazelnut-chocolate...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Garden Goodness
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to source, prepare and serve a wide variety of garden-fresh ingredients. Dig into the fresh and organic produce of a summer garden in this cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll master several recipes. Begin by slicing watermelon, feta and mint for a refreshing salad. Next, prepare homemade spaghetti...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Latin American Steak Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the deep flavors of a Latin American steakhouse during this hands-on cooking class. From perfectly grilled steak to a decadent homemade dessert, this cooking class offers a Latin American culinary experience that can't be missed. With a five-star chef instructor leading the way, you'll learn what it takes to...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Kids Cooking Series
Pizza & Calzones - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Enjoy a family pizza class with Calzone Creations, a recipe for home-made happiness. Find out how to prepare a perfect dough that's good for more than just pies and bring the whole family along for a fun cooking class! You will practice filling and folding a sausage calzone and learn how to shape pizza knots. Also,...
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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.
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Newport Beach
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
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