Cooking Classes in Irvine
Best Cooking Classes in Irvine for your next culinary journey
Discover the signature flavors of cuisines like Spanish, Italian, French and more with hands-on cooking classes in and around Irvine. Guided by world-class chefs, you will learn how to transform high-quality local ingredients like fresh seafood and peak produce into dynamic dishes that showcase this incredible region. From the international influences of Santa Ana to nostalgic American favorites from Anaheim, these interactive chef-led lessons highlight the magic blend of culture and quality that defines local cuisine.
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Taste of Thai Cuisine
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Excite your taste buds with a refreshing menu inspired by Thai cooking. In this interactive cooking class, join Chef Kevin in exploring the vibrant flavors of authentic Thai cuisine. Learn to identify the five basic tastes and expand your palate while preparing fresh dishes featuring classic Thai flavors and...
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Chef Kevin
Serving the Irvine area
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Parisian Specialties - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn your evening out into dining adventure in Paris with no reservations required. This hands-on cooking class is your invitation to bring your sweetheart into the kitchen for a night of Parisian culinary creativity. Learn to assemble a meal filled with gourmet flavor and settle in together to enjoy the incredible...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Pumpkin All Around
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Autumn's essential ingredient becomes a quartet of delicious dishes. Get ready for the finest fall creations celebrating pumpkin in a hands-on cooking class featuring seasonal specialties. Chef Stacy takes to the kitchen for a session that gives your cool weather kitchen a punchy pumpkin pop!
Discover the simple...
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Chef Stacy H.
Serving the Orange County area
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Classic Spanish Flavors
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Take a journey with this meal that's bursting with the flavors from all around Spain. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Derrick will teach you how to craft classic Spanish dishes completely from scratch using time-honored culinary techniques and authentic ingredients.
For the first course, you'll make crispy...
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Chef Derrick
Serving the Irvine area
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French Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Wow your partner with a French-style feast. In this special date night cooking class, you’ll join a professional chef as they take you and your partner step-by-step through a mouthwatering meal inspired by the culture and cuisine of...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Culinary Tour of the French Coast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a delicious journey through France’s coastal regions. Explore the finest ingredients from the French coastline at this interactive cooking class. A skilled chef will guide you through authentic cooking techniques as you sear steak and combine with a saffron aioli and prep a chèvre salad with an unusual...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Signature French Dishes
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn the secrets behind fine French dining by creating five decadent courses. French cuisine is known for its decadent flavors, and now you can learn the techniques to craft these rich recipes. Chef Derrick will guide you through a luxurious menu in this engaging cooking class.
You will start by learning how to...
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Chef Derrick
Serving the Irvine area
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Classic Flavors of Mexico
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with Chef Kevin. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll explore the art of balancing bold flavors while preparing dishes inspired by Mexican cuisine using high-quality ingredients and with Chef Kevin as your guide.
Begin with a dip reminiscent of elote, a popular street...
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Chef Kevin
Serving the Irvine area
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Thai For Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Your evening out becomes a savory adventure with this romantic excursion through Asian-Pacific flavor. Take a trek through the beloved flavors of Thai cuisine in a hands-on cooking class for couples to enjoy together. You'll share the kitchen with a talented instructor while assembling a meal that balances essential...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Parmesan, Pasta and Pesto
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your favorite Italian dishes with help from a top chef. Recreate your favorite Italian recipes at home with this practical cooking class. Guided by a pro chef, you’ll learn the steps to making fresh pasta dough and combine with a pesto sauce. You’ll also whip up chicken Parmesan and end the session with a...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Fine European Fusion
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore a unique fusion of European flavors from Germany to the Mediterranean. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Kevin teaches guests about iconic flavor profiles from Europe, while expertly blending traditional ingredients into robust fusion dishes.
Begin the class by preparing a savory grilled eggplant dish...
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Chef Kevin
Serving the Irvine area
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Italian Treasures - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
The dishes in this exciting session are quintessential Italian delights you'll love creating. Take a trip to Italian shores without leaving your home city with this date night cooking class. You'll spend the evening on an excursion of exciting tastes as your instructor host leads you through the Old World, plate by...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Irvine
Fullerton
An emphasis on local community and tradition set the mood for hands-on cooking classes in Fullerton, where top-rated chefs guide you in the art of crafting dishes guaranteed to delight all palates.
Cypress
Artesian wells and rustic charm are the perfect backdrop for interactive cooking classes in Cypress. Let master chefs show you the secrets to elevated cuisine in an unbeatable, inspiring setting.
Orange
Work with world-class chefs eager to share their culinary knowledge when you book cooking classes in Orange. Take in the incredible historic architecture of this storied area while enhancing your cooking and cutlery skills with expert guidance.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Irvine
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.