Beginner Cooking Classes in Orange County

Present yourself with a new and exciting challenge by booking a reservation for a beginner cooking class in Orange County! Local chefs are eager to share their essential cooking tips, tricks and techniques for the kitchen with you. Recreate gourmet recipes from start to finish with your chef’s guidance and plate up a meal that will surely boost your confidence and satisfy cravings. Impress future dinner guests with ease and fall in love with cooking.
World-Class Chefs
Learn hands-on skills from your city's best chefs.
Endless Options
Customize menus for every craving, diet or preference.
Flexible Bookings
Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before events with icon.
Flexible Locations
In-person or online.
CHEF’S PLACE
Flawless French Macaron Magic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the techniques behind crafting delicate French confections with expert guidance. Journey into the world of French pĂ¢tisserie by mastering the art of macarons in this hands-on cooking class. You will learn the techniques to create these delicate almond meringue cookies with perfectly crisp shells and soft,...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Bold al Fresco Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor fresh, vibrant flavors of Italy while mastering classic techniques for al fresco dining. Italian cuisine often celebrates the outdoors and this cooking class is your chance to embrace it. You will fire up the grill to create dishes inspired by summer meals enjoyed on sun-drenched patios across Italy. The menu...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Handmade Pasta Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the traditions of homemade pasta and start thinking outside the box. There's nothing more delicious than fresh pasta, and this in-person cooking class will show you the traditional path to creating your own. Follow step-by-step instructions as you prepare wholesome dough and a duo of finished dishes that...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant and Flawless French Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unveil the secrets of Parisian patisserie by mastering these elegant almond meringue treats. Immerse yourself in the elegance of French baking with this macaron-focused cooking class. You will gain hands-on experience in mixing, piping and assembling these delicate cookies, known for their smooth tops and ruffled...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Teens Cooking Series
Master the Meal - Teen Challenge
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Serious kitchen fun for aspiring next-level chefs. Help your teen take their cooking to the next level with this 5-day cooking class series. From crafting handmade pasta to curating from-scratch sauces and knifing like a pro, each day unleashes new skills and exciting flavors. With expert guidance, they’ll sharpen...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Fresh Pasta at Home
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Tap into your creativity and experience the bliss of home-made pasta. Fresh, flavorful, and easier than you think, this chef-led cooking class will teach you to make homemade pasta dough for two pasta dishes with endless flavor variations. Learn techniques and step-by-step processes that you can recreate at home with...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Dim Sum Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Gather in the kitchen for a session where Chinese cuisine becomes a flavorful celebration. Authentic Asian specialties are the order of the day in a hands-on cooking class where dim sum rules the menu. Your instructor has a selection of delicious dishes in store for you, handcrafted specialties that let you practice...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Pasta Passion - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor a night of culinary delights, blending love and traditional Italian recipes. Be transported to the heart of Italy with this enchanting date night cooking class. Under the guidance of a skilled chef, couples will delve into the nuances of Italian cuisine. Begin by mastering the creation of homemade pasta dough,...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Rendezvous Through Marrakech - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience Morocco's rich culinary heritage through hands-on cooking and authentic flavors. Take a romantic culinary journey through Marrakech in this immersive date night cooking class. Together, you will create an orange salad with mint and olives, followed by roasted chicken enhanced with caramelized onions and...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Passionate Paella of Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embark on a gastronomic journey, mastering Spain's classic dishes in an interactive setting. Experience the flavors of Spain in this immersive cooking class focused on the art of paella. You will learn to create a flavorful chicken and chorizo paella, rich with traditional spices and techniques. Enhance your meal with...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Dad's Delicious Steak Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Shine a spotlight on the head of the household with this hearty steak menu. Celebrate Father's Day with an in-person cooking class that turns a sensational steakhouse spread into a tasty tribute to the man himself. Follow your capable instructor through a series of creative dishes surrounding a steak seared to...
Verified Chef
Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Brasserie Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to create classic French brasserie recipes that bring Parisian charm back to your kitchen. Experience the flavors of a traditional French brasserie in this engaging cooking class. You will start by searing a tender strip steak, complemented by a zesty whole-grain mustard sauce. Learn the secrets to achieving the...
Verified Chef
Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
More dates >
Showing 37 to 48 out of 140 results
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
