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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Explore Layered Korean Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Korean flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. From tender short ribs to kimchi fried rice, this cooking class in Newport Beach is built around Korean comfort food. Chef Angel or a resident chef will show you how to prepare galbi-jjim, marinate cucumber salad with sesame and scallions and...
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An Italian Autumn - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn to transfer seasonal autumnal ingredients into a date night meal in your kitchen. Join this date night Italian cooking class for an evening of romance. Let an expert chef show you how to transform seasonal ingredients into a delicious meal for two. Together, you will master the art of proper braising techniques,...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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The Art of Fresh Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate Italian tradition with festive handmade pasta. Celebrate the flavors of Italy in this gourmet pasta-making class in Costa Mesa. With step-by-step instruction from Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll master classic pasta dough before creating two seasonal dishes: pappardelle with...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Make Creative Autumn Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take on delicate French pastries in this autumn cooking class in Newport Beach. Learn the secrets behind perfect macarons in this seasonal cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will walk you through the process from mixing and folding to piping and filling your finished shells. You’ll create...
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Global Sweet Tooth
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a trio of sweets for the morning meeting or family brunch. Indulge your sweet tooth with a cooking class focused on a trio of international treats. You'll join a world-class pastry chef for fun and engaging sessions. Start off by mixing batter and frying beignets to golden perfection. Next, prepare mixed berry...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Make Classic Korean Comfort Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring Seoul-inspired comfort food to the table in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Cook a comforting Korean-inspired meal in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare tender braised short ribs, known as galbi-jjim, make flavorful kimchi fried rice and toss a marinated cucumber salad with scallions...
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Steak and Cannoli Tartlet Finish - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Prepare steak and fall comfort food in the ultimate date night class. Get hands-on with seasonal favorites in this fall date night cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak and building a bourbon-shallot butter to go on top. Then make sweet...
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Buttery French Croissant Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create bakery-style croissants from scratch in this pastry cooking class in Newport Beach. Flaky homemade croissants start with patience and good technique, and this cooking class in Newport Beach teaches you both. Chef Angel or a resident chef will walk you through making, rolling and laminating classic croissant...
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Passion for Pasta - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Hands-on cooking and rich, creamy desserts. In this hands-on cooking class you and your special someone can dive into an evening of fun, romance and fabulous flavors. Together with an expert chef, you'll be transforming seasonal ingredients into a delicious Italian dinner, from homemade vinaigrette to creamy polenta....
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Steak and Sweet Tartlets - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Light the spark with seasonal steak and sweet dessert fun. Spice up your night with this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Join Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs to cook a perfectly seared steak with bourbon-shallot butter, sweet potatoes with bacon vinaigrette and Brussels sprouts tossed with pine...
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Spookalicious Halloween Cookies - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring the whole family for some spookalicious fun and create frighteningly delicious cookies. Bring the whole family for a frighteningly fun evening in this Halloween cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through creating a trio of spooky treats, including creepy Witches’ Fingers Cookies, ghostly...
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Newport Beach
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Make Classic Sweet and Savory Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make delicious croissants in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Learn the techniques behind beautifully layered croissants in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare classic croissant dough before turning it into a sweet maple pecan version and a savory croissant filled with Gruyère and...
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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.