Cooking Classes in Orange County
Best Cooking Classes in Orange County for your next culinary journey

What better way to unearth the best that the OC’s dining scene has to offer than by taking one of the incredible cooking classes in Orange County? It doesn’t matter whether you’re exploring Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine or Newport Beach. If you’re a foodie, you’ll find plenty of culinary classes in Orange County nearby with which to satisfy your culinary curiosity. Class themes range from sushi and fresh pasta to French bistro cooking and plenty more besides. What’s more, each class is guided by a renowned chef with over a decade’s experience. No fancy skills are required to take part, just a love of great cuisine. If that’s you, then sign up for cooking courses in Orange County today!
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Flames of Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build classic Spanish recipes with fresh ingredients and flair. Master the art of layering flavors in this cooking class by preparing a vibrant seafood paella that balances smoky and savory notes. Hone your salad assembly skills with kale, Marcona almonds and Manchego and perfect your frying techniques for golden...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Fresh and Flavorful Thai Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore bold Thai flavors in a vibrant street food cooking class full of spice, color and fun. Explore bold Thai flavors in a cooking class inspired by street food favorites. You’ll fry up zesty corn and lime fritters, perfect your Pad Thai and simmer creamy shrimp Panang curry. End with sweet mango sticky rice....
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Fall Dessert Tables Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfect seasonal desserts that capture autumn's warmth and comfort. This cooking class celebrates autumn's bounty as you refine pastry techniques to create delicate caramel apple tartlets with flaky, buttery crusts. You'll develop mixing skills for rich chocolate-cranberry brownies that balance tart and sweet flavors...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Bake Sweet and Savory Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake artisan breads from scratch in a cozy cooking class with European flair and creative twists. Bake your way through Europe in a cozy, hands-on cooking class filled with warm, crusty goodness. You’ll make raspberry Danish focaccia, rustic French bread in a Dutch oven and crispy Italian breadsticks. Finish with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Mechanical Pasta Artistry
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Execute flawless pasta preparations through efficient equipment utilization and skill. Unlock authentic Italian flavors in this comprehensive cooking class where your stand mixer and attachments revolutionize traditional techniques through mechanical precision. Create consistent fresh pasta while building complex...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Tuscan Feast for Food Lovers
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rich Italian cuisine in a soulful cooking class featuring bold techniques and unforgettable flavor. Slow things down with rich, soulful Italian cooking in this comforting hands-on cooking class. You’ll braise osso buco until tender, stir creamy Parmesan polenta, roast garlicky broccolini and whip up a dreamy...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Silky Ravioli Squares
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mold silky ravioli parcels that capture traditional Italian flavors perfectly. Handcrafted pasta takes center stage as this cooking class reveals Italian secrets, beginning with proper dough hydration before moving into the gentle assembly required for pumpkin agnolotti with brown butter sauce. Your skills build...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Savor a Spanish Celebration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the spirit of Spain in a festive seafood paella cooking class full of sizzling flavor. Enjoy a festive cooking class where you’ll master classic Spanish paella, toss a bright kale salad with Manchego and fry up crispy patatas bravas. You’ll wrap things up with a smooth Spanish custard topped with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Bavarian Intimate Kitchen - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Strengthen bonds through hearty Bavarian dishes that showcase love through collaborative cooking. Comfort food becomes romantic art when you learn authentic Bavarian techniques in this couples cooking class, starting with refreshing apple and fennel preparations. Perfect classic pork schnitzel creation alongside...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Fall Baking Favorites to Try
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake your way into fall with cozy desserts in this sweet and seasonal cooking class experience. Step into a cozy fall baking vibe in this dessert-focused cooking class filled with seasonal sweetness. You’ll bake buttery caramel apple tartlets, rich chocolate-cranberry brownies and silky maple pot de crème. It’s...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Delicate and Delicious Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend an afternoon beautiful macaron creations. Join in on a fun and upbeat cooking class where you'll master the art of making macarons! A skilled pastry chef will guide you through creating these delicate, colorful treats. You'll learn to whip up the perfect meringue, pipe adorable shells and make the scrumptious...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Perfect Pasta With KitchenAid
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft fresh pasta from scratch in a cooking class filled with bold flavors and Italian comfort. Get your hands in the dough in a pasta-focused cooking class where you’ll make fresh pappardelle, rich Bolognese sauce and roast crisp broccoli with shaved Parmesan. Then bake a light olive oil polenta cake topped with...
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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
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Orange County
How much do cooking classes in Orange County cost?
Final costs for cooking classes will vary based on the chef and the menu you choose. Starting prices and fees are shown for each class on this page as a tiered structure based on the size of the group and the details of the particular course. Typically, the price per person will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Cooking lessons are ideal for anyone who is looking to have a great time with friends, family, or colleagues. These experiences are great for those interested in learning how to prepare new dishes or their favorite dish, from beginning chefs just getting their feet wet to intermediate and experienced cooks diving further into their abilities. With family classes on the agenda, kids and teens can acquire skills to build on while learning to help out in the kitchen. And thanks to the joyous atmosphere and easy-to-follow instruction, these top cooking classes in Orange County are the perfect setting for birthday celebrations, anniversaries and date night outings, get-togethers with family and friends and more.
What should I expect during a typical class?
First and foremost, you can expect to have a good time with your favorite people and learn new skills. Everything you'll need to participate in these cooking courses is provided, from the ingredients and tools required to expert guidance from the chef who will be your instructor. The atmosphere is energetic and friendly, in a space shared by fellow cooks from a variety of backgrounds. Follow recipes step-by-step and watch demonstrations while getting hands-on experience. There’s plenty of time for asking questions to make sure you understand the process. And once you’ve finished your dishes, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy what you’ve created.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
The cooking techniques you’ll master are just one reason why these are some of the best cooking classes for any foodie. In these classes, you’ll cover everything from grilling steak and vegetables to baking and decorating professional-level cakes. You’ll practice knifing techniques, learn to balance seasonings and spices and explore traditional practices used by cooks around the world. Popular techniques like pasta-making, bread-baking and pastry creation are featured regularly in the line-up as well. And with Asian, contemporary American and Latin cuisines on the menu, you'll discover delicious ways to recreate your favorite restaurant-level dishes found in eateries around the city, from pizza like they make at Fuoco to the sushi specialties featured at Hana Re.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Sharing laughs, creating unforgettable moments, and bonding with friends, family or colleagues are just some of the main benefits of these experiences. These cooking classes provide an opportunity to work with some of the finest chefs in the city. With their guidance, you'll gain a sense of confidence and curiosity in the kitchen while learning how to prepare amazing recipes you can recreate at home. You'll also meet fellow cooks who share your passion for great food, add new skills to your repertoire and explore the background of the great cultural cuisines of the world, whether you queue up a course in Corona Del Mar or sign up for a session in Anaheim Hills.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can tap into cooking classes covering everything from global specialties like Italian and Parisian fare to domestic favorites and New American creations. Specialty classes let you focus on techniques such as sushi making and pasta making. And with exciting representations of local favorites including seafood specialties and West Coast farm-to-table dishes, you can expand your repertoire to include an array of tastes and textures.
Where do the classes take place?
Culinary classes in Orange County take place in easy-to-reach locales around the area, with many occurring at a cooking school kitchen near you. You'll find cooking courses that can happen at the chef’s place, your place, or third-party premium venues chosen specifically for the occasion. In some classes, your instructor will come to your home kitchen or work space to conduct the lessons, bringing all the equipment and ingredients needed to create an amazing culinary journey in the comfort of your home. Consulting the venue image and map found on the class listing makes it easy to locate the cooking experiences that are right for you, whether you're located in the dining hub of Mission Viejo or the gourmet destination of Irvine.

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