Chef Derrick A. in Orange County | Cooking Classes, Private Chefs, Team Building & More | Cozymeal

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Chef Derrick has spent over 30 years mastering the culinary arts, working his way up from line cook to head chef. He's worked around the world honing his craft, from California to the Philippines, often working in the hospitality industry, which has given him a unique insight into serving his customers. After all he has accomplished, Chef Derrick has decided to use these talents to guide others in their journey into the world of cooking.

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Orange County Cooking Class: Homestyle Southern Cuisine

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Homestyle Southern Cuisine

Create classic Southern dishes in this cooking class while learning frying and biscuit techniques. Cook classic Southern comfort food in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. Learn how to prepare buttermilk fried chicken with a crisp crust, flaky buttermilk biscuits with hot honey butter and a refreshing...

Chef Angel or Resident Chef

Newport Beach (Newport Center)

Next Date: Mon, Jun 8th at 7:00PM & other times

Orange County Cooking Class: Cook a Hearty Southern Menu

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Cook a Hearty Southern Menu

Create authentic Southern dishes in this cooking class while learning frying and biscuit techniques. Prepare a full Southern-style meal in this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll cook crispy buttermilk fried chicken, bake flaky biscuits with hot honey butter and...

Chef Jessica or Resident Chef

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Next Date: Mon, Jun 8th at 7:00PM & other times

Orange County Cooking Class: Italian Inspiration

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

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Italian Inspiration

Step into the shoes of an Italian chef, creating rustic crostini and perfect handmade pasta. In this interactive Italian cooking class, Chef Mert shows you how to prepare a love-inspired meal featuring fare from Italy from start to finish using only the freshest ingredients. Begin with three varieties of herbed...

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Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th at 1:30PM & other times

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Orange County Hibachi Catering: The Ultimate Hibachi Experience

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

The Ultimate Hibachi Experience

Hibachi Catering

Experience the wonders of Japanese hibachi. Enjoy the fun, interactive and mouthwatering experience of genuine hibachi in this private chef meal. Five-star Chef Adam will set up his own very own hibachi grill. Choose from a wide variety of proteins, from strip steak to seafood to vegetarian options. Then, sit...

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Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th & other times

Orange County Private Chef Meal: Elevated Sunday Dinner

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Elevated Sunday Dinner

Private Chef Meal

Comforting, home-style dishes with a professional flair make up this warm and savory menu. In this private chef meal, Chef Kevin brings back Sunday dinner favorites with his own professional twist for a hearty and comforting meal. Begin with portobello mushrooms stuffed with chicken, peppers, and bulgar grains....

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Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th & other times

Orange County Private Chef Meal: Elegant Plant-Based Asian Dishes

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Elegant Plant-Based Asian Dishes

Private Chef Meal

Watch as Chef Mert expertly prepares an Asian-inspired menu that's both vegan and satisfying. You’ll begin this plant-based private chef meal with a creative amuse-bouche of black vegan caviar bites paired with avocado cream and sweet mango. Then, Chef Mert with prepare soba noodles and edamame with tangy...

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Orange County Team Building Activity: Handmade Sushi Rolls

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Handmade Sushi Rolls

Team Building Activity

Work as a team to create a colorful, handmade sushi feast with Chef Krong. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will join your team at your venue to create colorful sushi from scratch. The chef will guide your team while practicing the techniques to fill and shape beautiful, handmade sushi rolls....

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Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th at 6:00PM & other times

Orange County Team Building Activity: DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Orange County

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DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Orange County

Team Building Activity

Get ready for an energetic and competitive chocolate-making team building activity in Orange County. Do you have what it takes to become the Ultimate Chocolatier? Go head-to-head with friends, family or coworkers in this tasty chocolate experience. Learn real skills like tempering and winnowing, then create...

Next Date: Thu, Jun 18th at 12:00PM & other times

Orange County Team Building Activity: Mastery of Fresh Thai Spring Rolls

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Mastery of Fresh Thai Spring Rolls

Team Building Activity

Explore signature Thai dishes with Chef Krong in this fun team building cooking class. In this team building cooking class, Chef Krong introduces Thai cuisine using traditional techniques and regional ingredients. The chef will travel to your team for a lesson in Thai cooking with a classic soup, bold sauces and...

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Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th at 6:00PM & other times

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Online Cooking Class: The Venezuelan Kitchen: Arepas Three Ways

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The Venezuelan Kitchen: Arepas Three Ways

Online Cooking Class

Learn to make authentic Venezuelan arepas and three traditional fillings live online. Discover the soul of Venezuelan home cooking in this online cooking class led by a top-rated culinary expert with a deep passion for authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Arepas are a cornerstone of Venezuelan culture – eaten morning,...

Next Date: Tue, Jun 9th, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times

Online Cooking Class: Bento Box Cake

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Bento Box Cake

Online Cooking Class

Learn how to make and decorate a charming mini cake for two to three people. Impress your friends and family with a beautifully decorated bento box cake using the skills learned in this interactive online cooking class. From the comfort of your own kitchen, a five-star chef will virtually guide you through creating a...

Next Date: Wed, Jun 10th, 4:30pm PT/7:30pm ET & other times

Online Cooking Class: Health-Boosting Mocktails

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Derrick THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Orange County Cooking Class: Homemade Pappardelle With Pesto

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Homemade Pappardelle With Pesto

It's time to learn how to make pasta and pesto sauce completely from scratch. In this fun, hands-on cooking class, Chef Derrick will show you just how easy it is to make your own homemade pasta. To start, you will learn how to create the perfect pasta dough, cutting it into the perfect pappardelle. Then, you will...

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Orange County Cooking Class: Sushi-Making Like a Pro

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Sushi-Making Like a Pro

Learn the techniques for mastering sushi rolls in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the secrets to rolling sushi in this interactive cooking class with Chef Derrick. In this hands-on lesson, Chef Derrick will guide you step-by-step through creating two classic sushi rolls. First, you'll learn how to make the perfect...

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Chef Derrick's Overall Rating

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Reviews Chef Derrick received outside of Cozymeal

Jessica

02/14/24

Great class! Thank you Chef Derrick!

02/14/24