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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Fish and Chips Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy British-inspired cuisine for any occasion or night of the week. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class is an excellent way to enhance your cooking skills and learn new techniques. Begin by slicing fish, making a beer batter and frying classic fish and chips. Slice cabbage for coleslaw and mix a creamy...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Adorable Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the fun of creating classic French macarons from scratch. Treat yourself to a fun and engaging cooking class focused on baking skills. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips and techniques for measuring almond flour, mixing batter and preparing buttercream. Learn how to fill perfect crescent-shaped...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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French Celebration
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the art of French flavors and culinary creativity. Learn how to create the perfect French feast by joining this cooking class featuring gourmet cuisine. You'll join a world-class chef for these fun and engaging sessions. Learn how to combine choux dough, bacon, thyme and gruyère for flaky gougères. Master...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Koreatown Cuisine and Cutting Skills
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Use high-end cutting tools to prepare a variety of authentic Korean recipes. Join a gourmet chef for this cooking class inspired by Korean cuisine and Joyce Chen's cutting shears. You'll learn cutting techniques while preparing recipes like Koreatown fried chicken with a garlic glaze and pork and green onion dumplings...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Perfecting Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a pasta-centric menu for any occasion. Join this fun and engaging cooking class to learn how to combine ingredients and use traditional Italian culinary techniques. Working alongside a gourmet chef, you'll prepare homemade fettuccine and pappardelle. You'll also chop onions, tomatoes and other ingredients for...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Southeast Asian Culinary Adventure - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore international culinary skills to create an authentic Southeast Asian menu. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll learn various traditional techniques and classic recipes in this cooking class. Work together to prepare shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce and a fresh rice noodle salad. You'll also make lemongrass...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Romantic Parisian Recipes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a love of French cooking with your significant other. This cooking class explores the art of French cooking, culture and cuisine. Led by a gourmet chef, you and your sweetie will master pan-roasting to prepare chicken with wine and herb sauce. You'll also learn how to pan-sear green beans and make a rustic...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Chocolate Lover's Paradise
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This cooking class teaches you how to make delicious chocolate treats from scratch. Indulge in the magic of homemade chocolate during this engaging cooking class. An experienced chef instructor will bring your chocolate dreams to life, teaching you how to make a decadent array of chocolate treats from scratch. No...
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Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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The French Pastry Shop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
L'Art de la Patisserie: A French Baking Masterclass. Recreate patisserie favorites in this bake session in a cooking class led by top-rated chefs! Your chef instructor will guide you through the tips and tricks of crafting beloved French pastries from scratch. You will learn to create homemade laminated dough, shape...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Pub Fare
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to recreate your favorite British pub fare at home. Led by an esteemed chef, this cooking class takes on classic recipes and fresh ingredients. You'll learn how to make batter, dredge and fry beer-battered fish and chips. Chop and shred cabbage for coleslaw and mix remoulade dressing. Bake sweet and fluffy...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Summer Pasta - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Feast the Summer away, first with a family cooking workshop. Enjoy some quality time in the kitchen with your family in a hands-on cooking class, as you all learn to create a scrumptious meal featuring fresh summer flavors. Your chef instructor will walk you through the steps for making fresh pasta, an easy tomato...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Savor perfect blends - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor the masterpiece from both fire and flavor, grilling, searing, and roasting to perfection. In this cooking class, an expert chef will show you how to create a fabulous dinner using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients sourced from land and sea. Learn the secrets of grilling steak and cooking shrimp to...
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Newport Beach
Mission Viejo
Let world-class chefs enhance your culinary skills with interactive cooking classes in Mission Viejo — an exciting culinary experience in the heart of this vast, sprawling city.
San Clemente
Cooking classes in San Clemente feature every ingredient this seaside paradise is known for, not to mention other world cuisines that delight the taste buds. Book now, and let world-class chefs expand your palate and kitchen skills.
San Juan Capistrano
Learn from top-rated chefs when you book cooking classes in San Juan Capistrano. Known as the Jewel of the California Missions, this culturally diverse area is as rich in history as it is in architectural beauty. Book a cooking class in San Juan Capistrano today and enjoy all this city has to offer.
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Newport Beach
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.