Cooking Classes in Orange County

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Initially launched in 2014, Cozymeal now facilitates cooking classes in Orange County and more than 400 other cities around the world. To-date, it’s connected millions of foodies with world-class chefs, and as culinary classes in Orange County prove, it’s possible to learn to cook just about anything when you book through Cozymeal. Classes are available across the area, from Costa Mesa and Newport Beach to Huntington, with themes tackling everything from the flavors of Mexico and French bistro cooking to authentic Japanese sushi. With an easy booking process that provides access to world-leading chefs, plus a host of customizable experiences to suit all palates and dietary requirements, Cozymeal receives recognition from outlets like USA Today and Good Housekeeping. And as if to drive the point home, more than 30,000 guests to-date have rated the platform five stars. Eager to see what all the fuss is about? Then sign up for cooking lessons in Orange County and experience it for yourself.
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Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies 6 slide
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Traditional Dim Sum Delicacies

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your dim sum skills during an immersive cooking experience. During this interactive cooking class, you’ll learn how to craft traditional dim sum dishes. Start by cooking soft buns filled with a savory mixture, creating a stunning blend of textures. Next, prepare steamed dumplings. Conclude by learning how to...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Mon, Nov 30th at 7:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Lobster Ravioli Date Night 6 slide
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Lobster Ravioli Date Night

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Treat your partner to a gourmet meal, lovingly prepared from scratch. Master a variety of culinary skills on your way to creating a decadent dinner for two. Knead homemade pasta dough and roll it thin. Spoon in fresh lobster and herbs, then simmer a beurre blanc sauce to top. Roast up crostini and pile high with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Fri, Dec 4th at 4:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: The Tradition of Holiday Tamales 6 slide
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The Tradition of Holiday Tamales

$99
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$99
Wrap, steam and enjoy holiday-perfect tamales in this festive class. Discover the joy of holiday tamales in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll craft fresh masa and fill it with delicious combinations like shredded pork and green mole, plus...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Tue, Dec 1st at 1:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons 6 slide
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Make Your Own French Holiday Macarons

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Whip up colorful holiday macarons in this festive class. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a holiday macaron cooking class that brings French pastry flair to your Christmas celebrations. You’ll prepare candy cane swirl macarons with a peppermint twist and gingerbread caramel...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Dec 5th at 9:00AM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ 6 slide
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Explore Rustic-Style Korean BBQ

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook up vibrant Korean BBQ and share the flavor with every bite. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in Costa Mesa. Guided by Chef Jessica or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes cooked in cast...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Tue, Dec 1st at 4:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Portuguese Flavor Celebration 6 slide
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Portuguese Flavor Celebration

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Savor authentic traditions in this Portuguese dinner class. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a Portuguese-inspired cooking class that celebrates bold flavor and tradition. Begin with fiery piri piri chicken, then roll crispy potato croquettes and caramelize Brussels sprouts...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Dec 5th at 1:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking 6 slide
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Comforting Cold-Weather Cooking

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a cozy seasonal menu in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Settle into cold-weather cooking with a comforting menu in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll braise short ribs with porter and honey, prepare creamy polenta and roast broccoli with walnuts and ricotta salata. For dessert,...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Wed, Dec 2nd at 1:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night 6 slide
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Classic Steakhouse Feast - Date Night

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate love with a decadent Italian feast. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a date-night cooking class that channels the flavors of an Italian steakhouse. Craft a four-course menu beginning with grilled steaks in a caramelized shallot sauce, paired with homemade gnocchi...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Dec 5th at 4:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Latin Steakhouse 6 slide
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Latin Steakhouse

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the kitchen know-how, blend of spices, and sizzling recipes of Latin America. Learn the magic of the savory flavors of Latin America in this interactive cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you how to perfectly grill flank steak to pair with a fresh chimichurri sauce. You’ll form masa into pupusas...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Wed, Dec 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Advanced Artisan Breads 6 slide
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Advanced Artisan Breads

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get hands-on with this artisan bread-baking workshop. Experience the art of baking in this artisan bread cooking class. You will begin with Tuscan grape and rosemary focaccia, learning how to create a flavorful dough. The class continues with rustic Dutch oven French bread, where the focus will be on achieving a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Mon, Dec 7th at 10:00AM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Gourmet Holiday Confections 6 slide
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Gourmet Holiday Confections

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make a festive assortment of handmade sweets in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. Fill your holiday treat box with handmade sweets in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare peppermint crunch fudge, crisp salted peanut brittle, chewy espresso caramels and white chocolate bark studded with...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.4
57 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Thu, Dec 3rd at 10:00AM & other times
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Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch 2 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch 3 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch 4 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch 5 slide Orange County Cooking Class: Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch 6 slide
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Japanese Comfort Cooking From Scratch

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Japanese comfort food favorites in this hands-on cooking class in Newport Beach. Bring the flavors of a cozy Tokyo kitchen to your table in this interactive cooking class in Newport Beach. With guidance from Chef Angel or a resident chef, you’ll make chicken katsu curry, ginger-steamed jasmine rice and...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
54 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Mon, Dec 7th at 4:00PM & other times
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Cities We Serve In Orange County


  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • Anaheim, CA
  • Brea, CA
  • Buena Park, CA
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • Cypress, CA
  • Dana Point, CA
  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • Fullerton, CA
  • Garden Grove, CA
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • La Habra, CA
  • La Palma, CA
  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • Laguna Hills, CA
  • Laguna Niguel, CA
  • Laguna Woods, CA
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • Orange, CA
  • Placentia, CA
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • San Clemente, CA
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Seal Beach, CA
  • Stanton, CA
  • Tustin, CA
  • Villa Park, CA
  • Westminster, CA
  • Yorba Linda, CA

FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN ORANGE COUNTY

How much do cooking classes in Orange County cost?

Final costs for cooking classes will vary based on the chef and the menu you choose. Starting prices and fees are shown for each class on this page as a tiered structure based on the size of the group and the details of the particular course. Typically, the price per person will range between $59 and over $100 per person.

Who are these cooking classes suitable for?

Cooking lessons are ideal for anyone who is looking to have a great time with friends, family, or colleagues. These experiences are great for those interested in learning how to prepare new dishes or their favorite dish, from beginning chefs just getting their feet wet to intermediate and experienced cooks diving further into their abilities. With family classes on the agenda, kids and teens can acquire skills to build on while learning to help out in the kitchen. And thanks to the joyous atmosphere and easy-to-follow instruction, these top cooking classes in Orange County are the perfect setting for birthday celebrations, anniversaries and date night outings, get-togethers with family and friends and more.

What should I expect during a typical class?

First and foremost, you can expect to have a good time with your favorite people and learn new skills. Everything you'll need to participate in these cooking courses is provided, from the ingredients and tools required to expert guidance from the chef who will be your instructor. The atmosphere is energetic and friendly, in a space shared by fellow cooks from a variety of backgrounds. Follow recipes step-by-step and watch demonstrations while getting hands-on experience. There’s plenty of time for asking questions to make sure you understand the process. And once you’ve finished your dishes, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy what you’ve created.

What cooking techniques and skills will I master?

The cooking techniques you’ll master are just one reason why these are some of the best cooking classes for any foodie. In these classes, you’ll cover everything from grilling steak and vegetables to baking and decorating professional-level cakes. You’ll practice knifing techniques, learn to balance seasonings and spices and explore traditional practices used by cooks around the world. Popular techniques like pasta-making, bread-baking and pastry creation are featured regularly in the line-up as well. And with Asian, contemporary American and Latin cuisines on the menu, you'll discover delicious ways to recreate your favorite restaurant-level dishes found in eateries around the city, from pizza like they make at Fuoco to the sushi specialties featured at Hana Re.

What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?

Sharing laughs, creating unforgettable moments, and bonding with friends, family or colleagues are just some of the main benefits of these experiences. These cooking classes provide an opportunity to work with some of the finest chefs in the city. With their guidance, you'll gain a sense of confidence and curiosity in the kitchen while learning how to prepare amazing recipes you can recreate at home. You'll also meet fellow cooks who share your passion for great food, add new skills to your repertoire and explore the background of the great cultural cuisines of the world, whether you queue up a course in Corona Del Mar or sign up for a session in Anaheim Hills.

What types of cooking classes can I choose from?

You can tap into cooking classes covering everything from global specialties like Italian and Parisian fare to domestic favorites and New American creations. Specialty classes let you focus on techniques such as sushi making and pasta making. And with exciting representations of local favorites including seafood specialties and West Coast farm-to-table dishes, you can expand your repertoire to include an array of tastes and textures.

Where do the classes take place?

Culinary classes in Orange County take place in easy-to-reach locales around the area, with many occurring at a cooking school kitchen near you. You'll find cooking courses that can happen at the chef’s place, your place, or third-party premium venues chosen specifically for the occasion. In some classes, your instructor will come to your home kitchen or work space to conduct the lessons, bringing all the equipment and ingredients needed to create an amazing culinary journey in the comfort of your home. Consulting the venue image and map found on the class listing makes it easy to locate the cooking experiences that are right for you, whether you're located in the dining hub of Mission Viejo or the gourmet destination of Irvine.
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