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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Make a Refined 40-Clove Garlic Chicken
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make a meal feel restaurant-worthy at home. Cook an impressive dinner without stress in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll make chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, potato persillade and green beans with lemon and capers. You’ll learn...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Buttery Croissant Baking
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Make croissants with two different styles in this hands-on session. Create bakery-style pastries in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll prepare croissant dough, shape pain au chocolat and bake savory fennel and Calabrian chili Gruyère croissants. You’ll gain...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Make a Delicious Italian Pantry Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare an Italian comfort meal with ease. Learn how to turn pantry-friendly Italian ingredients into a full meal in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Led by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare pepper-crusted pork chop with balsamic Cabernet sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano risotto and an arugula...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Flavorful Hibachi Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore a hands-on hibachi-style dinner experience in this fun cooking class. Cook a balanced hibachi-style menu in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll pan-cook teriyaki chicken, fold and cook gyoza, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and prepare...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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A Memorable Night in Spain - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make date night interactive with a hands-on Spanish cooking class. Skip the usual dinner plans and cook together in this cooking class in Costa Mesa. Led by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a Spanish-inspired menu featuring Serrano wrapped cod with lemon aioli, stuffed piquillo peppers, chickpeas with...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Dinner in Italy - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Experience rustic Italian cuisine in an intimate cooking experience. Get a taste of rustic Italian cuisine as you share an intimate dinner together in this date night cooking class. This chef-led class will guide you through a menu packed full of Italian favorites. Impress your date with your culinary skills as you...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Make a Wholesome East Coast Brunch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor a hands-on brunch class inspired by the East Coast. Bring brunch vibes to life in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. With guidance from Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll make New England crab cake eggs Benedict with Old Bay hollandaise, a skillet soufflé pancake with lemon syrup and blackberries...
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Make a Classic Sushi Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn new skills together on a sushi-focused date night. Plan a hands-on date night with this cooking class in Costa Mesa featuring bold Japanese flavors. Led by Chef Jessica or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled chicken yakitori with a yuzu and orange glaze, salmon crunch roll, vegetable tempura with dashi...
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Lucky Little Macarons
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn festive holiday baking with St. Patrick’s Day macarons in this guided experience. Get creative with holiday-inspired desserts in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll make Irish coffee macarons and shamrock macarons while practicing piping, filling and...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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The Pastries of Paris
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the enchantment of crafting some of most gourmet bakes in the patisserie. Parisian pastries become a home baking staple when you dive into this interactive cooking class. Work with an expert local baker as you explore traditional techniques for using wholesome ingredients to craft an array of classics from...
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Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Fun Bento Box Making - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a bento box meal-building experience in this hands-on cooking class. Have fun assembling a Japanese-inspired bento in this fun cooking class in Newport Beach. Guided by Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken yakitori, sticky rice shapes, edamame and sweet fruit and cream sandos. You’ll...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cupcakes for Spring - Family Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Have fun baking up a batch of fresh cupcakes. Chefs of all ages are invited to this hands-on cooking class exploring the sweet world of cupcakes. Working as a family, you’ll measure, mix batter and bake, all under the instruction of your chef tutor. Then, you’ll decorate and sample your treats; one chocolate and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
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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