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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Tasting Chianti - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Tuscan flavors fill the menu in this culinary excursion through the traditions of Italian cuisine. Date night takes a delicious twist in this interactive cooking class custom-made for couples. Bring your favorite kitchen partner behind the counter to work with an expert chef while preparing a Tuscan dinner filled with...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Craft Flavorful Dumplings
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice beginner folding styles perfect for any dumpling recipe. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping sauces to complete...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Top-Tier Gourmet Bakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Your baking life gets a lift from the deluxe recipes in this exciting session. Bring a touch of professional bakery style to your kitchen creations with this hands-on gourmet cooking class. You'll have step-by-step guidance as you explore methods used by expert bakers for generations, everything from crafting dough to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Delicious Brunch Cooking
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore brunch cooking that’s simple, satisfying and impressive in this hands-on cooking class. Cook classic brunch bites in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll make a cinnamon roll cake, caramelized bacon and light cloud eggs. You’ll practice...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Pizza the Way Naples Does It
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a Neapolitan-style dinner experience in this guided hands-on session. Learn to cook a full Neapolitan-inspired menu in this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cauliflower and pickled pepper salad, polpette al forno, Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato,...
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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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Master Flavorful Filled Donuts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create three filled donuts in a structured, hands-on workshop. Create a trio of filled donuts in this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll make chocolate hazelnut, tiramisu and lemon curd-filled donuts, complete with glazes and toppings. You’ll gain practical...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Italian Spring Specialties
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Primavera becomes a way of life in a session focused on springtime flavor from Italy. Delight in the beloved culinary traditions of the Old World with an in-person cooking class celebrating the flavors of the Italian spring. From starters and entrees to sides and desserts, your capable instructor will show you how to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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French Spring Flavors
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate springtime with a gourmet cooking session. Savor springtime by taking an immersive cooking class. You'll delight in the aroma of fresh herbs and seasonal produce as you make classic French dishes from goat cheese soufflé to crêpes Suzette. Experience the magic of French cooking and savor each exquisite...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Flavors of China in Your Kitchen
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Prepare Chinese delicacies and aromatic meals like a professional Enter the world of delicious flavors and explore Chinese staple foods in an interactive cooking class. An experienced chef will show you all the tricks and tips for unique main dish combinations involving sweet and sour or just try out making desserts...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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French Cooking With Confidence
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn French cooking through spring dining in this hands-on session. Learn to cook a French-inspired spring feast in this fun cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak, a seasonal salad with whole grain mustard vinaigrette and rye croutons, savory tarte...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Naples Night Pizza Party
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore an Italian cooking session inspired by Naples in this hands-on experience. Learn to cook a full Neapolitan-inspired menu in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cauliflower and pickled pepper salad, polpette al forno, Neapolitan-style pizza with...
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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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