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!
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Handcrafted Holiday Cookies 101
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover the delights of baking and decorating festive cookies this holiday season. During this three-hour interactive cooking class, you'll master the art of cookie decoration. From gingerbread men and wreaths to painting a delicate image on your "watercolor" sugar cookies, you're guaranteed to learn something new...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Prepare Your Own Holiday Ravioli
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on and craft beautiful holiday ravioli this season. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a holiday ravioli-making class filled with gourmet Italian flavors. You’ll master fresh pasta dough, then prepare butternut squash ravioli with brown butter sage sauce and herbed...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a decadent Italian feast. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a date-night cooking class that channels the flavors of an Italian steakhouse. Craft a four-course menu beginning with grilled steaks in a caramelized shallot sauce, paired with homemade gnocchi...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Steak Frites - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a European brasserie favorite: Steak frites in the perfect date-night experience. Savor a swanky French-inspired meal for two with this hands-on cooking class focused on creating the perfect steak. An iconic bistro dish, you'll begin by pan-searing steak, then basting it for a juicy filet. Sizzling hot homemade...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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First-Rate Ramen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
The fun, flavorful possibilities of a true Asian classic are on the menu. Turn your dining room into a ramen house with this fun hands-on cooking class featuring one of Japan's most familiar creations. Work with a first-rate local chef to learn how combining seasonings and textures results in a comfort dish worth...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Beef Wellington Celebration Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Add refined flair to your holiday table with a Beef Wellington. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a holiday-inspired gourmet cooking class. You’ll master the iconic Beef Wellington, then elevate your sides with charred broccoli enhanced by Manchego, hazelnuts and honey. Round...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Holiday
Elegant Winter Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the elegance of the winter season with this unforgettable cooking experience. Embrace the winter season with this gourmet cooking class in Costa Mesa. Under the expert instruction of Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare an herb-crusted beef tenderloin paired with creamy...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Master Rustic Korean BBQ
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Grill, taste and celebrate the flavorful flavors of Korea. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a Korean BBQ cooking class full of flavors and hands-on fun. You’ll craft a vibrant menu featuring grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, savory cast iron scallion pancakes and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Holiday
Bakery-Fresh Holiday Bread Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake fresh festive bread and enjoy it fresh from the oven. Learn to create bread better than your local bakery in this hands-on holiday baking class. A chef instructor will teach you the technique for making fresh bread dough using yeast and flour. Learn how to proof and bake the dough for two soft breads. Make a...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Christmas
Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up colorful holiday macarons in this festive class. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a holiday macaron cooking class that brings French pastry flair to your Christmas celebrations. You’ll prepare candy cane swirl macarons with a peppermint twist and gingerbread caramel...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thai Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thai flavors and aromatic dining experience for two Participate in an interactive Thai cooking class and explore authentic flavor combinations. A skilled chef will teach you how to infuse unique spices and delicious flavors into popular dishes. Craft savory main dishes or delicate sweets that everyone loves. Have a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Thai For Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Your evening out becomes a savory adventure with this romantic excursion through Asian-Pacific flavor. Take a trek through the beloved flavors of Thai cuisine in a hands-on cooking class for couples to enjoy together. You'll share the kitchen with a talented instructor while assembling a meal that balances essential...
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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 $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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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
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.