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
Bistro Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Nothing tops this French-flavored culinary evening for fabulous fun in the kitchen. Join a hands-on cooking class where enchanting flavors are the key ingredient and every moment is more memorable than the last. Your chef instructor will guide you through a unique evening as you prepare a meal to savor while learning...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
The Heart of Rustic Italian Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft rustic Italian dishes that bring family, friends and flavors together. Transport yourself to an Italian countryside kitchen in this cooking class as you explore rustic flavors and traditional techniques. You will master the art of creating a tangy, buttery chicken dish, perfect your polenta-making...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Italian Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the rustic beauty of Italy with comforting flavors and simple, time-honored techniques. Step into the heart of Italy with this rustic cooking class, where simple ingredients shine. You will learn how to pan-sear chicken to golden perfection, craft creamy polenta infused with roasted garlic and bake asparagus...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Sauces Nonna's Way
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the secrets behind Italy’s most beloved sauces in this hands-on cooking class. In every Italian grandmother’s kitchen, sauces are the soul of the mealandthis cooking class will guide you through traditional methods of creating rich, flavorful sauces that transform simple ingredients into something...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Homemade Pasta From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
It's simple to transform wholesome ingredients into your favorite pasta dishes. This in-person cooking class celebrating the spirit of Italian cuisine is you opportunity to expand your culinary expertise while creating dishes that sing with fabulous flavor. With an exceptional instructor leading you every step of the...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Mother's Day
Artisanal Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Mastering the techniques of pasta making. In this cooking class, you'll become somewhat of a pasta-making expert. There's something rustic about making your own pasta from scratch. A chef will take you through the steps to making your dough, then you'll knead, roll and cut it into your desired shapes. Get ready to...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cuban Comfort Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to cook rich and flavorful Cuban comfort food with fresh, zesty ingredients. Cuban cuisine is all about bold flavors and vibrant ingredients and in this cooking class, you will cook up crispy, golden delights tostones, tender grilled pork and sweet, silky flan that brings it all together. Each recipe is packed...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Comforting Cuban Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the bold, comforting tastes of Cuba with vibrant, savory and sweet classics. Experience the warmth and bold flavors of Cuba through its most comforting dishes with this hands-on cooking class. You will be guided through creating crispy, golden tostones with mango-avocado salsa, rich grilled pork and a...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cooking With Classic French Flair
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the flavors of France with a menu that combines elegance, simplicity and heartwarming comfort. French cuisine is classic for a reason and this cooking class highlights the perfect blend of rich and fresh flavors. You will start by caramelizing onions for a deep, flavorful french onion soup before preparing...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Springtime Supper - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the fresh, vibrant flavors of the season while cooking together in a cozy setting. Spring is in the air and there's no better way to celebrate than with a romantic cooking class. This hands-on class highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients that capture the essence of the season. From tender herbs to bright...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sweet & Savory Croissant Perfection
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Roll, fold and bake your way to delicious homemade croissants with chef guidance. Mastering croissants is easier than you think this cooking class will guide you through laminating dough, shaping pastries and balancing sweet and savory fillings. Whether you’re a fan of gooey ham and cheese-filled croissants or...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Sweet & Savory Flaky Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to create perfectly crisp, golden pastries with both sweet and savory fillings. Flaky, buttery and endlessly versatile, croissants are the ultimate pastry for both sweet and savory cravings that you'll make in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the art of crafting classic croissant dough, mastering delicate...
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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

OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
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