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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CHEF’S PLACE
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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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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Colorful Cupcake Creation: Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Invite the whole family to explore their love of sweet treats. This fun and engaging cooking class is designed for families to fall in love with the art of baking. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips for mixing batter, measuring ingredients, filling liners and decorating a batch of festive cupcakes. Learn...
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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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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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Festive Cupcakes - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Spend time with family in fun and engaging culinary sessions. Bring a spark to the next holiday gathering by joining this cooking class. Led by an esteemed chef, you'll work alongside the kids while learning how to measure ingredients, mix batter and bake and frost a batch of firework-inspired cupcakes. Top them with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Grilling Sessions
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the joys of outdoor grilling in fun and engaging culinary sessions. Boost your grilling guru status by joining this cooking class. Led by an esteemed chef, you'll practice slicing and grilling fruit, vegetables and meat. Menu items include charred pepper, peach and feta salad and smoked skirt steak with...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Summery Italian Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Greet summer by crafting a wonderfully rustic Italian feast during this hands-on cooking class. From fresh pasta to perfectly cooked seafood, this cooking class offers peak Italian comfort and coziness. An expert chef instructor will help you bring you summer-themed Italian menu to life, teaching you a variety of...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Exploring Italian Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
savory and sweet Italian treasures, pork chops, focaccia and more. Explore the non-pasta side of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. A seasoned chef will demonstrate how to make a simple Italian salsa verde to pair with your perfectly cooked pork loin chops. Then, you’ll learn to assemble a citrus and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Luxury Menu for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a romantic culinary escape with your significant other. Under the guidance of a world-class chef, this cooking class is the perfect way to spend time together while sharing a love of cooking. Work together to make chile-crusted ribeye with parsley cilantro oil and roasted carrots with harissa yogurt. Practice...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Tuscan Villa - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook up some Tuscan magic, everything from steak, pasta, and nutella gelato. Learn to make your favorite Italian dishes right at home with hands-on cooking classes led by the best-seasoned chefs in the game. The chef will show you how to put a Florentine spin on pan-roasted steak and how to create your handmade pasta...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Garden-Fresh Grilling
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Gather your grilling gear and pick the season's freshest produce. Take your grilling skills to the next level by joining this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips and techniques for preparing fruit, vegetables and meat for the grill. The menu includes charred pepper, peach and feta salad,...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
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.

OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
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