Beginner Cooking Classes in Orange County

Present yourself with a new and exciting challenge by booking a reservation for a beginner cooking class in Orange County! Local chefs are eager to share their essential cooking tips, tricks and techniques for the kitchen with you. Recreate gourmet recipes from start to finish with your chef’s guidance and plate up a meal that will surely boost your confidence and satisfy cravings. Impress future dinner guests with ease and fall in love with cooking.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Craft a Delicious Spanish Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover why Spanish cuisine is all about flavor and tradition. Discover the flavors of Spain in this immersive cooking class in Orange County. With help from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare chicken with piquillo pepper sauce, roasted potatoes with chorizo and Manchego and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Southern Comfort Food to Soothe the Soul
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create iconic comfort food with a Southern twist. Dig into feel-good favorites in this comfort cooking class in Orange County with Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs. You’ll learn how to make chicken-fried steak with savory red eye gravy, crisp broccoli seasoned with lemon and chili flakes and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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The Rich Flavors of Southern Comfort Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get cozy with Southern-style cooking and crave-worthy classics. Treat yourself to Southern comfort in this cozy cooking class in Orange County. With guidance from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare chicken-fried steak topped with homemade red eye gravy, zesty crispy broccoli and rich...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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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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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cuisine From Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your date with fall flavors and French flair. Make it a night to remember with this French date night cooking class in Orange County. Join Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs to cook cast iron seared steak with caramelized shallots, a cozy thyme potato gratin and a fresh beet and green bean...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Classic Croissant Bliss
$99
Cooking Class
$99
From dough to Ddecadence, take part in the ultimate croissant workshop. In this hands-on class, you'll mix and laminate pastry dough, then shape and bake two types of croissants—one savory and one sweet. The best part? Sampling all your amazing creations! Who doesn't love flaky, buttery goodness? You'll get to take...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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The Secrets of Parisian Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to craft a beautiful buttery, flaky Parisian croissants with ease. Enjoy fresh, buttery homemade croissants by joining the secrets of Parisian croissants cooking class. Let the pastry chef take a deep dive into the techniques to make rich, flaky croissants from scratch. In this hands-on class, you will...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Joy of Homemade Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Creating Homemade Fresh Pasta and Delectable Sauces Find joy in crafting your own fresh pasta—it's simpler than you'd imagine. A seasoned chef instructor will guide you through creating the perfect dough, versatile for various pasta shapes. You'll learn to make delectable fillings and complementary sauces, elevating...
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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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Date Night: Signature Thai
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft classic Thai dishes with a perfect balance of flavors to delight your senses. Discover the five main pillars of Thai cooking — sweet, salty, bitter, sour and spicy — in this cooking class, where you will study knife skills and safety as you prepare an authentic feast. Start by assembling and tightly rolling...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Making Delicious Cheesy Pizza - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Learn how to make a delicious cheesy pizza at home like a true Italian. Bring the family and enjoy an Italian evening by joining this family fun cooking class. Master of the art of kneading pizza dough to achieve the perfect rise. Layer on homemade tomato sauce with cheese and your toppings and bake this to make a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Fun Slices - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring the Family to a Fun Pizza-Making Class for All Ages Let's kick off with a crowd-pleaser: homemade pizza. In this fun and interactive cooking class, you'll master crafting the perfect dough, selecting delectable toppings and baking mouthwatering pies that will impress everyone. This family-friendly session...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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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

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