Cooking Classes in Newport Beach

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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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Make Rustic French Bistro Favorites

$99
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$99
Build a staple French bistro menu in this cooking class while practicing searing and frying basics. Cook a classic French bistro menu in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Learn how to sear ribeye steak and finish it with tapenade compound butter, prepare crisp frites with roasted garlic aioli and toss frisée...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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Modern Asian Fusion

$119
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$119
Prepare a unique Asian meal blending flavors and spices from across the globe. Discover bold, unique flavors in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Derrick. Explore modern recipes blending Asian, Mexican, American and European-style dishes. Begin by crafting crispy scallion pancakes for a homestyle Asian...
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Chef Derrick
5.0
17 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Newport Beach
Next Date: Sun, Jun 21st at 6:00PM & other times
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Traditional French Kitchen Dinner

$109
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$109
Prepare traditional French meals in this cooking class while building pastry and pan-roasting skills. Cook a seasonal French menu in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. Prepare a tomato and goat cheese galette, Dijon-crusted salmon with lemon vinaigrette and herbed haricots verts. Finish the meal with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 2nd at 1:00PM & other times
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Authentic Thai Cuisine

$149
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$149
Create an anything-but-basic Thai meal with the guidance of a professional chef. Join Chef Krong for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn the basics of Thai cooking as you prepare a flavorful meal with fresh ingredients and authentic cooking techniques. To begin, you'll stir together tom yung kung, a spicy...
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Chef Krong
5.0
65 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Newport Beach
Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Fresh Thai Dishes

$149
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$149
Get a taste of Thai cuisine in this authentic cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Krong, you'll learn how to make several Thai dishes using authentic ingredients and cooking techniques. To begin, you'll make laab gai, a dish of ground chicken with fresh mint and spicy lime juice. Then you'll get...
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Chef Krong
5.0
65 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Newport Beach
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Make Elegant Pasta From Scratch

$99
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$99
Make homemade pasta and seasonal sauces in this engaging cooking class. Build confidence with pasta-making techniques in this interactive cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll make fresh pasta dough and turn it into two dishes, hand-cut pasta with asparagus and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 7th at 4:00PM & other times
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Explore Southeast Asian Cuisine

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Derrick and try your hand at creating a variety of Southeast Asian dishes. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll explore the warm, savory, succulent and sweet sauces and spices used in Southeast Asian cooking as you use fresh ingredients to make beloved recipes. Begin in Indonesia as you prepare classic...
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Chef Derrick
5.0
17 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Newport Beach
Next Date: Sun, Jun 21st at 6:00PM & other times
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Authentic French Bistro Favorites

$109
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$109
Create timeless French bistro dishes in this cooking class while learning simple searing techniques. Prepare a steakhouse-style French meal in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll cook ribeye with tapenade butter, fry golden potatoes and mix a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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Classic Spanish Flavors

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Take a journey with this meal that's bursting with the flavors from all around Spain. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Derrick will teach you how to craft classic Spanish dishes completely from scratch using time-honored culinary techniques and authentic ingredients. For the first course, you'll make crispy...
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Chef Derrick
5.0
17 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Newport Beach
Next Date: Sun, Jun 21st at 6:00PM & other times
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Cook a Hearty Southern Menu

$99
Cooking Class
$99
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...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
56 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 8th at 7:00PM & other times
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Seasonal Italian Outdoor Classics

$109
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$109
Prepare classic Italian meals in this cooking class while building grilling and risotto skills. Cook a seasonal Italian menu in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. Prepare Sicilian-style grilled chicken with fresh herbs, lemon and saffron risotto and a tomato and olive salad with burrata and white balsamic...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd at 1:00PM & other times
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Savory Handmade Italian Pasta

$109
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$109
Practice classic Italian pasta methods in a practical way. Prepare classic Italian recipes in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll make handmade linguine, cook clams in white wine sauce and assemble prosciutto wrapped melon. You’ll finish by...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
50 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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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.
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