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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Romantic French Dinner From Scratch - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn date night into a French escape with this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Share a French countryside-inspired dinner in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll sear steak and finish it with herbed butter, stir creamy butternut squash risotto with fried sage and toss frisée salad with cider vinaigrette....
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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A Taste of Thailand - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook Thai-inspired favorites together while practicing useful techniques and flavor balancing. Take your date on a culinary journey through Thailand in this interactive cooking class. You’ll start with crab spring rolls and sweet chili sauce, learning how to assemble and roll each one. Next, prepare chicken Pad Thai...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Classic Dumpling Traditions
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Shape three global favorites in this hands-on dumpling cooking class in Costa Mesa. Explore flavors from around the world in this interactive cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll make potato pierogi with caramelized onion, tender ricotta gnudi with tomato butter and pork and...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Bake Caramel Apple Treats - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn fall baking into family fun with this cooking class in Newport Beach. Apples take center stage in this cheerful family cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will show you how to make caramel apple hand pies from homemade pie crust, bake soft apple cider cake donuts and prepare cinnamon...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Cook a Restaurant-Style French Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy refined southern French dishes in this couples cooking class in Costa Mesa. Cook your way through a romantic Provençal menu in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Chef Jessica or a resident chef will show you how to achieve a golden sear on salmon, whisk saffron hollandaise and bring out the sweetness of roasted...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Bake Sweet Pumpkin Treats + Mason Cash Pumpkin Bowl
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create pumpkin treats and receive a festive bowl in this cooking class in Newport Beach. Pumpkin gets the full dessert treatment in this cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will help you make pumpkin caramel swirl ice cream, pumpkin soufflé brightened with orange zest and baked maple pumpkin...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Knife Skills
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Chop confidently, perfecting your knife skills in a mastery workshop. Take a hands-on cooking class for the Knife Skills Mastery program to transform your cooking skills. Master fundamental knife skills and learn how to slice, dice and chop with precision. You will become more confident and efficient in the kitchen...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Cook a Gourmet French Country Dinner - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Enjoy classic French comfort with a refined twist in this cooking class in Newport Beach. Learn to create a cozy French-inspired dinner for two in this cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or a resident chef will teach you how to sear steak, make aromatic herbed butter and cook butternut squash risotto until...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Cozy Fall Dinner From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring harvest ingredients together in this seasonal cooking class in Costa Mesa. Gather around a menu filled with autumn flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare pork chops glazed with beer and maple, bake a rich three-cheese cauliflower gratin and toss kale salad with balsamic-honey...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Explore Traditional Dumplings From Around the World
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Shape three global favorites in this hands-on dumpling cooking class in Newport Beach. Explore flavors from around the world in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll make potato pierogi with caramelized onion, tender ricotta gnudi with tomato butter and pork...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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Spicy Flavors of India at Home
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn about the bold and spicy flavors of traditional Indian cuisine at home. Join this spicy flavors of India cooking class and discover how to recreate your favorite curry house dishes at home. A professional chef will help you discover ingredients and spices that are uniquely Indian. Learn to make a delicious...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach
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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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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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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.