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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Mother's Day Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
These delightful French treats make a perfect gift for the woman who deserves everything! Treat Mom to a special bake that's as lovely to look at as it is to eat with a hands-on cooking class focused on traditional macarons. You'll learn the step-by-step process for creating one-of-a-kind bakes that are perfect for...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Magnificent Mediterranean
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Soak up the sunshine flavors from one of the world's most popular culinary regions. Get your table in order with a host of delicious new global dishes, courtesy of this interactive cooking class where magic flavors every dish. Create a suite of incredible recipes that celebrate fresh, healthful ingredients merged in...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Classic French Culinary Foundations
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Gain confidence mastering professional French classics. Build confidence with timeless French recipes in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll roast chicken, create a white wine pan sauce, achieve perfectly crisp potatoes and prepare tender...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Macaron Medley
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make macarons with unique flavor. In this cooking class, you'll try your hand at making two delicious macaron flavors, you can opt to keep it light and bubbly with peach and Champagne or get indulgent with chocolate crème brûlée. A chef will guide you through the entire process, demonstrating how to whisk...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Pizza Classics - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Everyone gets in on the dinner prep fun with this family-friendly pizza session! Your whole crew has a role to play in the kitchen with this in-person family cooking class on your calendar. Show your younger chefs what it takes to make authentic pizza of their own, with help from a talented chef who'll share tips and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Mediterranean Mezze
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a delicious platter of mouthwatering favorites. Bask in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in this immersive cooking class. You'll learn how to put together a classic mezze platter loaded with inviting appetizers. This cooking class is perfect if you're looking to try something new and bring home a piece...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Savoring Tuscan Traditions - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the bold flavors and rustic charm of Tuscany through hands-on Italian cooking. Escape to the rolling hills of Tuscany for a romantic cooking class filled with rich flavors and timeless culinary traditions. Together, you will sear the perfect steak, crisp up golden bites of bruschetta and craft handmade...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Pizza Night - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Watch your little chefs make big pizzas in the kitchen. Turn your kitchen into a pizzeria for the kids to enjoy with a family fun cooking class. Your little chefs will enjoy participating in the interactive process of making their own homemade pizza. They'll knead the dough, select the toppings of choice and watch in...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cook Restaurant-Style Seafood From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare balanced fish and shellfish from scratch. Prepare an elegant seafood menu in this interactive cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll pan-sear salmon, steam mussels and poach shrimp while learning how to season and cook seafood properly. You’ll also...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Traditional Tuscan Tastes - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master the art of Tuscan cooking and bring Italy’s rich flavors to your date night. Love and steak are a perfect match and in this Tuscan-inspired cooking class, you and your partner will cook up both. Sizzle a tender, juicy steak, prepare pillowy gnocchi and build the perfect bruschetta with rich olive tapenade....
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Gourmet Surf and Turf Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a refined steakhouse-style menu in this cooking class. Cook a balanced surf-and-turf menu in this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak and shrimp, asparagus with chermoula, lemon herb couscous and a refreshing mocktail. End with raspberry mint...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Signature Seafood Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook an authentic seafood menu in this hands-on cooking class. Prepare an elegant seafood menu in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll pan-sear salmon, steam mussels and poach shrimp while learning how to season and cook seafood properly. You’ll...
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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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