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
French Brasserie Bliss
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the essence of French dining by mastering iconic bistro dishes in this class. Immerse yourself inside of a classic French brasserie with this hands-on cooking class. You will learn to prepare a succulent strip steak accompanied by a tangy whole-grain mustard sauce, perfectly crispy frites and a refreshing...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Kids Cooking Series
Creative Teen Flavors
$289
Cooking Class
$289
In four days, teens develop the cooking and baking skills to prepare gourmet meals. In this four-day cooking class series, teens age 12 and older will gain hands-on experience in both savory and sweet cooking. With guidance from a top-level chef, students will master pasta-making, proper knife handling and cake...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Al Fresco Italian Grilling
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the magic of outdoor Italian cooking with a menu inspired by summer evenings. Step into the warmth of an Italian summer evening in this cooking class featuring a stunning al fresco feast. This hands-on class celebrates Italy’s love for fresh, bold flavors with flame-kissed dishes perfect for outdoor...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Indian Restaurant Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Put your curry to good use by making authentic Indian recipes right at home. Join this cooking class and learn to create your favorite Indian dishes from scratch. Your chef instructor will introduce you to the ingredients and spices that make Indian cuisine so uniquely delicious. You’ll work alongside classmates,...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Chop confidently, perfecting your knife skills in a mastery workshop. Take a hands-on cooking class for the Knife Skills Mastery program to transform your cooking skills. Master fundamental knife skills and learn how to slice, dice and chop with precision. You will become more confident and efficient in the kitchen...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Father's Day
Bold al Fresco Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor fresh, vibrant flavors of Italy while mastering classic techniques for al fresco dining. Italian cuisine often celebrates the outdoors and this cooking class is your chance to embrace it. You will fire up the grill to create dishes inspired by summer meals enjoyed on sun-drenched patios across Italy. The menu...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Rendezvous Through Marrakech - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience Morocco's rich culinary heritage through hands-on cooking and authentic flavors. Take a romantic culinary journey through Marrakech in this immersive date night cooking class. Together, you will create an orange salad with mint and olives, followed by roasted chicken enhanced with caramelized onions and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Italian American Recipes - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring your family out for a fun day in the kitchen, making all Italian recipes. Bring the whole family out for a fun cooking class while making Italian American classics. Both parents and kids get hands-on, creating fresh pasta dough for handmade fettuccine, pressing chicken for the perfect chicken parmesan, and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Rustic Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This summer, savor bright Italian flavors, made right in your kitchen. A perfect Italian summer meal awaits in this hands-on cooking class, where your very own seasoned chef instructor will teach you to make fresh pasta dough for a delicious shrimp pasta accented with tomatoes and basil. Then, with the chef...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Learn Basic Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Practice the basics of using a chef's knife during this informative cooking class. Proper knife use is an essential skill for any budding chef, and this cooking class is the perfect setting to learn. An experienced chef instructor will show to the ropes, teaching you everything from chopping and slicing techniques to...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Luxury Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge your culinary senses by learning how to prepare gourmet cuisine. Join an esteemed chef for this fun and engaging cooking class featuring gourmet recipes and traditional techniques. You'll begin by preparing a chile-crusted ribeye with parsley-cilantro oil. Next, learn how to roast carrots with harissa yogurt...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Moroccan Spice Soirée - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unveil the secrets of Moroccan cooking, blending aromatic spices and fresh ingredients. Taste the allure of Moroccan cuisine in this engaging date night cooking class. Start with a zesty orange salad accented by mint and olives. Then, delve into preparing roasted chicken enriched with caramelized onions and preserved...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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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
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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.