Cooking Classes in Newport Beach

Best Cooking Classes in Newport Beach for your next culinary journey

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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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Incredible Edible Cupcake Bouquet

$119
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$119
Treat your special someone to a cupcake bouquet handmade with love. Have fun and brush up on your cake decorating skills at this celebration cupcake cooking class. In the professional kitchen environment, an expert chef will impart the secrets to perfect piping as you bake chocolate cupcakes and decorate them with...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
39 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sat, Apr 19th at 10:00AM
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Mastery of Modern New American Fare

$109
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$109
Cook up a fresh perspective on New American cuisine from appetizer to dessert. Handcraft a handful of vibrant New American dishes in this engaging and interactive cooking class with Chef Kevin. Learn smart cooking techniques as you create recipes with fresh, incredible ingredients. To start, you'll top slices of...
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Chef Kevin
4.9
17 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Sun, Apr 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Savory Spanish Specialties

$125
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$125
Learn to prepare your own paella-centered diner filled with classic Mediterranean flavors. Mediterranean masterpieces from the great Spanish cookbook take their turn on the table in this exciting in-person cooking class. Let Chef Stacy share her magical methods for making a four-course meal featuring the finest...
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Chef Stacy H.
5.0
3 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 6:00PM & other times
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Craft Fresh Cavatelli Pasta

$75
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$75
Master the art of pasta making, from perfecting the dough to shaping traditional Italian noodles. Fresh handmade pasta is an absolute delight and in this class, you'll learn to master it like a professional. Chef Asher will show you all the tricks to perfecting the art of cavatelli pasta. Start by mixing semolina...
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Chef Asher
5.0
2 Reviews
Orange
Next Date: Sun, Apr 27th at 6:00PM
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Authentic Thai Cuisine

$149
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$149
Create an anything-but-basic Thai meal with the guidance of a professional chef. Join Chef Krong for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn the basics of Thai cooking as you prepare a flavorful meal with fresh ingredients and authentic cooking techniques. To begin, you'll stir together tom yung kung, a spicy...
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Chef Krong
5.0
59 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Sun, Apr 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Floral Cupcakes

$119
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$119
Experience the joy of cupcake making with spring-inspired decorations. Tap into your inner baker during this hands-on cupcake-making cooking class. You'll learn the fundamentals of crafting decadent, moist chocolate cupcakes and refine your whisking and folding techniques for the perfect batter. Then, put your piping...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.5
43 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sat, Apr 19th at 10:00AM
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Fresh Thai Dishes

$149
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$149
Get a taste of Thai cuisine in this authentic cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Krong, you'll learn how to make several Thai dishes using authentic ingredients and cooking techniques. To begin, you'll make laab gai, a dish of ground chicken with fresh mint and spicy lime juice. Then you'll get...
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Chef Krong
5.0
59 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Sun, Apr 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Best of Italy - Family Fun

$79
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$79
Bring the whole crew into the kitchen for an Italian cooking course done family-style. Your youngest and oldest cooks will enjoy making their own Italian meals in this family-friendly cooking class. Let your host instructor demonstrate the joy of collaborating in the kitchen as you prepare a flavorful family-style...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
4.5
43 Reviews
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
Next Date: Sat, Apr 19th at 1:00PM
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Homemade Cookies - Family Fun

$79
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$79
Make lasting memories with a family-friendly baking experience. For a kids-friendly activity that everyone will enjoy no matter their age, check out this hands-on cooking class. Led by a knowledgeable, friendly professional, you and your family will learn how to make a yummy batch of cookies — from scratch — you...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
4.7
39 Reviews
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
Next Date: Sun, Apr 20th at 10:00AM
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Handmade Pizza Basics

$95
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$95
Learn each step of the process so you can make pizza completely from scratch. Discover why homemade pizza is the best kind of pizza in this engaging and interactive cooking class. Chef Kevin will show you the pizza-making process from start to finish, so you can handcraft your own pizza using your favorite...
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Chef Kevin
4.9
17 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Sun, Apr 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Wholesome Parisian Fare

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Timeless tastes from the City of Light make this session a memorable affair. Lovers of chic Parisian fare will swoon for this interactive cooking class, where French flavor comes to life in savory fashion! With Chef Stacy H. leading the lesson, you'll discover gourmet methods for transforming wholesome ingredients...
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Chef Stacy H.
5.0
3 Reviews
Serving the Newport Beach area
Next Date: Wed, May 14th at 6:00PM & other times
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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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4.9
17 Reviews
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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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