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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Teens Cooking Series
Around the World in 5 Days
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Teens embark on a culinary exploration, mastering traditional dishes and techniques from around the world. Every day brings a new country to explore through food in this exciting cooking class series. With guidance from a world-class chef, teens 12 and older will prepare a complete menu inspired by international...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Hearty Pasta Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover new ways to jazz up tried-and-true favorites. Bring new flavors to pasta night by joining this cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll begin by making a savory pasta frittata with sausage and hot peppers. Next, try something new with skillet lasagna topped with herbed ricotta. Enjoy these pasta recipes...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Thai Kitchen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare Thai favorites in your home kitchen. Bring home classic Thai flavors by joining this fun and engaging cooking class. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll begin by preparing chicken satay and a spicy peanut sauce. Learn how to combine lime and brown sugar for glazed salmon. You'll also make a green...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Romantic Provence Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a journey to the culinary side of Southern France. Share your love of French cuisine with your sweetie by joining this cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll work together to prepare a Mediterranean-inspired menu. Learn how to roast chicken Provençal and prepare a rustic tomato and goat cheese tart. Next,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Italian Pasta Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plain a pasta party menu for your next gathering. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class delivers tips and techniques for preparing homemade pasta recipes. Start with a hearty pasta frittata with sausages and hot peppers. Next up is skillet lasagna with herbed ricotta. You'll also make a fresh grilled Romaine...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Love From Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a fun and unique culinary experience with your sweetie. While working alongside a gourmet chef, this cooking class allows you to spend quality time together while learning new and exciting cooking techniques. Begin by marinating and grilling steak tagliata and mixing up a colorful panzanella. Your side is...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Parisian Love Notes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Invite your significant other to a culinary session exploring classic French cuisine. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class gives you the chance to spend quality time together while creating a delicious menu. Master traditional techniques to prepare roasted chicken Provençal. Next, bake a rustic tomato and goat...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Summer-Ready Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your own fabulous French treats to celebrate the season of sweet heat. Culinary enchantment with a summer twist awaits you in an interactive cooking class where handmade macarons become a project you can sink your teeth into. With expert instruction from a pro baker, you'll learn the secrets for crafting crisp,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Italy Times Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share your love of Italian culture and cuisine. Join a gourmet chef for a fun and engaging cooking class focused on classic Italian fare. Working alongside your significant other, you'll learn how to cook and slice beef for steak tagliata. Next, prepare a colorful panzanella and grilled zucchini with pesto. For...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Feastworthy Filet - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A steakhouse classic becomes a specialty session filled with gourmet romance. Fill your together time with unforgettable flavor you'll create yourselves in this intimate cooking class for devoted duos. Your thoughtful host instructor has prepared a singular lesson leading you through the creation of a superior filet...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Scrumptious Summertime Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Find out how to creates special French and tasty macarons through this cooking class. Many of us love a sweet treat and in this cooking class, you can learn to make one of the best French treats — macarons. In this three-hour-long class, a highly-rated baker will guide you through the techniques required to make...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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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...
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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
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.

OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
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