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.
World-Class Chefs
Learn hands-on skills from your city's best chefs.
Endless Options
Customize menus for every craving, diet or preference.
Flexible Bookings
Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before events with icon.
Flexible Locations
In-person or online.
CHEF’S PLACE
Carnival Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Jump in to a menu featuring your favorite treats from the county carnival. Led by a gourmet chef, this fun and engaging cooking class is the perfect way to share sweet treats with a fun take on summer festivals. Master the art of mixing and pouring funnel cake batter into a gooey swirl. Next, bake fresh berries into a...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Global Sweet Tooth
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a trio of sweets for the morning meeting or family brunch. Indulge your sweet tooth with a cooking class focused on a trio of international treats. You'll join a world-class pastry chef for fun and engaging sessions. Start off by mixing batter and frying beignets to golden perfection. Next, prepare mixed berry...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Menu From Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to create an authentic Italian menu. This cooking class is a wonderful way to explore culinary techniques and bring a new set of recipes to the table. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare savory chicken Milanese with a side of braised greens with olives and lemon. You'll also make bruschetta...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Blue Ribbon Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to recreate favorite recipes from days at the county fair. Indulge your sweet tooth by joining this fun and engaging cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you'll learn how to mix and measure ingredients, pour batter and arrange a photo-worthy funnel cake creation. Next, prepare a fresh double-crust...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Farm-to-Table Flair
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice classic French cooking techniques with a gourmet chef. Designed for all levels of home chefs, this cooking class features authentic French recipes and traditional techniques. Led by an esteemed chef, you'll begin by grilling salmon and making lemon-dill butter. You'll slice, dice and chop fresh vegetables for...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Fresh and Simple French Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a simple and elegant menu for your next gathering. Led by a world-class chef, this cooking class focuses on fresh ingredients from the farm and the sea. Master techniques for grilling salmon and making lemon-dill butter. You'll also prepare haricot verts and an apple and fennel salad with hazelnuts. For dessert,...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer Sunshine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan the perfect backyard menu with fun and engaging culinary sessions. Under the guidance of an esteemed chef, this cooking class is an excellent way to boost your outdoor cooking and grilling skills. Begin by making corn fritters and an herbed aioli. Prepare brown sugar and mustard-crusted pork chops with a side of...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Bountiful Summer Garden
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover ways to blend the goodness of summer into fresh and healthy recipes. Boost your summer recipe collection with this cooking class featuring garden-fresh ingredients. Learn how to prepare corn fritters, herbed aioli and grilled kale with bacon and chile. You'll also make brown sugar and mustard-crusted pork...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Seaside French Belgium Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a coastal-inspired menu from the shores of France and Belgium. Designed for all levels of home chefs, this cooking class features the national dish of Belgium. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share traditional culinary tips and French flair. Begin by mastering techniques for steaming mussels and making crispy...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Coastal French Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover French and Belgian seafood specialties. Designed for all levels of home chefs, this cooking class is a wonderful way to enhance your cooking skills and take home new recipes. You'll work with a gourmet chef in these fun and engaging sessions. Learn how to source and properly clean mussels for moules frites,...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Mediterranean Fare From France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a trip to the south of France by learning new culinary techniques. If you've ever dreamed of working with a gourmet chef, this cooking class is an excellent way to start. You'll begin by preparing pan-seared chicken breast with a savory mix of capers, olives and roasted lemons. Next, learn how to slice and...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Flavors From Milan
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge your senses with the flavors, fragrances and textures of Milanese cuisine. Boost your kitchen confidence and discover new recipes in this cooking class. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll practice measuring, mixing and sautéeing several dishes. Make a classic chicken Milanese with a side of braised greens with...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
Showing 157 to 168 out of 172 results
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

OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
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.