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: Make Classic Italian Dishes for Autumn Nights

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Make Classic Italian Dishes for Autumn Nights

Make your kitchen smell like a fall trattoria. Get in the kitchen for a fall-inspired Italian menu in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make sweet potato gnocchi from scratch, pan-sear prosciutto-wrapped chicken and mix up a quick marsala...

Chef Jessica or Resident Chef

Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)

Next Date: Thu, Oct 16th at 1:00PM & other times

Scottsdale Cooking Class: Classic Thai - Date Night

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Classic Thai - Date Night

Learn how to blend the flavors of traditional Thai cuisine. Bring your favorite restaurant flavors to the home kitchen with this cooking class. Join an esteemed chef who will teach you how to use proper knife skills to prepare several recipes. Start by assembling and rolling crab spring rolls. Next, use the wok to...

Chef D.C. Bland or Resident Chef

Scottsdale (Paradise Valley Village)

Next Date: Thu, Oct 16th at 7:00PM & other times

Orange County Cooking Class: Italian Inspiration

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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...

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th at 1:00PM & other times

Here are other Private Chefs Meals in Orange County

Orange County Private Chef Meal: Parisian Bistro

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Parisian Bistro

Private Chef Meal

Whisk your friends away to dinner in a French bistro. Treat your loved ones to an indulgent French-inspired feast with this private chef meal. Chef Mary Ann will reveal some classic haute cuisine techniques as she guides your tastebuds through a whole délicieux menu. Your French food journey begins with a...

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Fri, Oct 17th & other times

Orange County Hibachi Catering: The Ultimate Hibachi Experience

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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...

Chef Adam or Local Hibachi Chef

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Fri, Oct 17th & 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...

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th & other times

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Orange County Team Building Activity: Handmade Sushi Rolls

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Great for Groups of 15-100

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....

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th at 6:00PM & other times

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

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Great for Groups of 15-100

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...

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th at 6:00PM & other times

Orange County Team Building Activity: The Art of Gyoza Dumplings

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Great for Groups of 15-100

The Art of Gyoza Dumplings

Team Building Activity

Gather your group and learn techniques for preparing authentic gyoza by hand. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Krong will travel to you and teach your crew traditional techniques for preparing delicious gyoza from scratch. Begin by making a classic appetizer of miso soup studded with tofu for a...

Serving the Orange County area

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th at 6:00PM & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Homemade Eggplant Carpaccio

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Homemade Eggplant Carpaccio

Online Cooking Class

Virtually join Chef Roxy in Tel Aviv for a fresh, authentic taste of the Mediterranean. In this live interactive online cooking class with Chef Roxy, you will learn how to prepare an authentic Mediterranean eggplant carpaccio and from-scratch tahini sauce right in your own kitchen. Chef Roxy will teach you a...

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times

Online Cooking Class: Halloween Cocktails and Spooky Snacks

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Halloween Cocktails and Spooky Snacks

Online Cooking Class

Learn how to prepare a frightfully delicious Halloween display in this online cooking class. Discover a spooky and visually fun menu with Chef Stacy, who will guide you through making a fun cocktail and a series of snacks to delight and frighten guests. Begin by mixing tequila, lime sorbet, ginger ale and pineapple...

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th, 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET & other times

Online Cooking Class: Indian Cuisine Showcase With Biryani

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Indian Cuisine Showcase With Biryani

Online Cooking Class

Turn up the heat with an immersive lesson in vibrant South Indian cuisine. In this engaging online cooking class, you’ll join Chef Rajeswari to explore the signature flavors of South Indian cuisine, blending bold spices, fragrant herbs and cooling dips in a menu filled with color, flavor and dynamic contrast. Join...

Next Date: Sat, Oct 18th, 1:00pm PT/4:00pm ET & other times

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