Cooking Classes in Newport Beach
Best Cooking Classes in Newport Beach for your next culinary journey
Whether you’re in town for the surf or spending time exploring its historical landmarks, cooking classes in Newport Beach offer a new but equally enticing way of immersing yourself in the city. Sure, the diverse culinary scenes of Balboa Peninsula, Corona del Mar and Fashion Island are sure to keep your tastebuds tickled, but if you’re ready to learn to prepare restaurant-quality cuisine of your own, there’s nothing like cooking courses in Newport Beach. Learn to cook New American fare, savor Spanish specialties or prepare a Tuscan meal for two. Whichever class you pick, you’ll be guided by a renowned and friendly chef, learning new skills that’ll set you up for a life of culinary creativity. Ready to get started? Then book your cooking class in Newport Beach today!
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Timeless New York Desserts
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Make classic bakery-style treats in this beginner-friendly cooking class in Newport Beach. In this cooking class in Newport Beach, you’ll bake a lineup inspired by classic New York treats. With Chef Angel or a resident chef, make creamy mini cheesecakes, flaky individual apple pies, soft black and white cookies and...
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Classic New York Dessert Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a spread of bakery favorites in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. This baking class in Costa Mesa works through four New York classics that are worth knowing how to make from scratch. Chef Jessica or a resident chef guides you through mini NY cheesecake, individual apple pie, black and white cookie and...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Comforting Pasta Duo
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice shaping and cooking pasta in this beginner-friendly cooking class in Newport Beach. In this cooking class in Newport Beach, you’ll make pasta dough from scratch and turn it into orecchiette and pappardelle. With Chef Angel or a resident chef, pair the orecchiette with roasted squash, sage and Pecorino, then...
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Discover Cozy French Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice timeless French kitchen skills in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. French cooking has a reputation for being complicated, but most of it comes down to a handful of techniques worth knowing. In this cooking class in Costa Mesa, Chef Jessica or a resident chef takes you through pan-roasting cod,...
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Opera Cake Baking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whisk and bake popular sweet French delights in an elegant setting class Create delicious sweet delights with this Opera Cake cooking class. An experienced chef instructor will introduce you to the world of classic French desserts as you practice baking and assembling the layers of an elegant Opera Cake. Finish your...
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Perfectly Prepared Paella
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook like a Spaniard and craft a delicious paella meal. Learn to cook like a Spanish local with a hands-on paella cooking class! With help from a top-rated chef, you’ll prepare both classic seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella while learning essential techniques such as building a flavorful sofrito and...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Charming French Bistro Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn the essentials of a classic French bistro meal in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. Roast chicken with jus is the kind of French staple worth learning properly, and this cooking class in Newport Beach walks you through it step by step. Chef Angel or a resident chef will guide you through preparing...
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Master Sweet Pâte à Choux
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to make light, airy pastries in this approachable cooking class in Costa Mesa. This cooking class in Costa Mesa proves that once you understand pâte à choux, a whole world of pastry opens up. Chef Jessica or a resident chef walks you through chouquettes, salted caramel éclairs filled with dulce de...
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Classic Pasta From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the basics of homemade pasta in this approachable cooking class in Costa Mesa. This cooking class in Costa Mesa is for anyone who has always wanted to make fresh pasta but never quite got around to it. Chef Jessica or a resident chef walks you through homemade dough, orecchiette with roasted squash, sage and...
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Savory Chef Favorites - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook, create and celebrate a romantic evening for two. Elevate your next date night with a hands-on cooking class designed for couples! Join your partner for an unforgettable evening as you create a restaurant-quality meal with a seasoned chef. You'll work together to prepare pork loin en croûte, mashed sweet...
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Flaky and Fabulous
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make croissants from scratch to flaky perfection in 3 hours. Join a hands-on cooking class focused on the art of making classic croissants. In this three-hour class, you'll learn how to prepare laminated dough from scratch and perfect your rolling, shaping and proofing skills. Croissants are famously difficult to...
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Refined Wine Country Table - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a cozy wine-inspired dinner in this beginner-friendly cooking class in Costa Mesa. This cooking class in Costa Mesa brings wine into every course. With Chef Jessica or a resident chef, make Chianti-sauced chicken wrapped in prosciutto, a roasted beet salad with pecans and goat cheese, creamy Sauvignon Blanc...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN NEWPORT BEACH
How much do cooking classes in Newport Beach cost?
Costs for culinary classes vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. You can consult the listings on this page to see a base cost as well as any fees that might be included. A tiering structure will be applied based on headcount to determine the total cost of your session. Depending on your choice of lesson, you can expect overall prices ranging from $59 to $100 per person and higher.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There are cooking classes suitable for anyone with a taste for culinary creativity, everyone from curious first-time cooks to seasoned long-timer chefs. Specialty sessions for kids, teens and families ensure that cooks of all ages can have an introduction to the gourmet arts. You'll also find team building cooking lessons that help colleagues collaborate in a whole new way. And when it's time for romance, singles, date night and couples courses are available to help you turn up the heat. From making birthdays more memorable to celebrating life's most delicious moments, there are cooking classes that cover it all.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Step into the kitchen for a fun-filled lesson in an easy-going atmosphere that encourages delicious success for everyone. All cooking courses are led by five-star cjefs eager to demonstrate techniques and share tips you can use once you're back in your home kitchen. You'll have access to all the ingredients, tools and supplies required to complete your chosen menu while sharing space with fellow cooks looking to expand their gourmet skills just like you. The no-pressure atmosphere makes it easy to hone your skills and may even offer a chance to dig into what you've created after instruction is finished.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Try your hand at making masterful macarons, take your taste buds on a journey to the bistros of Paris or recreating rustic Tuscan fare using time-honored regional methods. Or keep things closer to home and learn how to get every bit of goodness out of your grill or your cast iron cookware. There are even local cooking experiences that help you make the most of coastal California seafood to bring regional flavor up close. With sessions covering everything from the latest in cake decorating technique to classical sushi prep, you can slice the vast and varied world of culinary creativity one dish at a time.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
The best cooking classes in Newport Beach offer an enriching opportunity to learnthe fundamentals or advance your existing abilities under the guidance of some of the best culinary creatives in town. Learn the background of your favorite dishes, pick up tips and tricks you won't find anywhere else and create magical moments that build your confidence and provide a sense of accomplishment. With your favorite friends and loved ones in the kitchen with you, you can share a sweet experience that brings you closer together. It's a prime opportunity to enjoy a community that celebrates gourmet goodness while adding new skills to your arsenal.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from top cooking classes that explore popular global cuisines like Mediterranean and Thai. For domestic dishes, discover how the experts create authentic California fare, master Southern comfort cooking specialties or explore the East Coast's most sumptuous creations. You can learn the inner workings of a classic surf-and-turf dinner or bring the best of bistro dining into your home cooking line-up, similar to an experience at Marche Moderne or Pelican Grill. Expand your personal cooking book by learning to create traditional sushi dishes from a local master or give your cookie decorating game a sugary makeover with specialty sessions that focus on timeless techniques.
Where do the classes take place?
You'll find bistro sessions in Balboa, Chinese courses in Corona del Mar, baking lessons in Big Canyon and so much more. With cooking classes near you cropping up in every corner of town, you're always just a short drive away from the savory action. Most classes take place in either your place, your chef's place or a separate venue that supports culinary instruction. Certain sessions like team building experiences involve the instructor traveling to your office, workspace or pre-chose location. For these courses, the instructor brings all materials and ingredients needed to create the menu listed.