Laguna Culinary Arts offers a wide variety of hands-on cooking classes for the home chef. Our evening cooking program features individual and series-style 3 hour classes across a wide spectrum of cuisines and cooking styles, with delicious menus that appeal to even the pickiest eaters. We also offer a weekend program of half-day and full-day classes, where students can spend more time exploring specific techniques and culinary styles. For those interested in a true culinary adventure, we offer a 3-day, mid-week class that is designed for beginners. Class size is limited, so everyone shares in the experience of cooking. All classes focus on the art of cooking, emphasizing the use of the freshest seasonal ingredients at the height of their flavor and the importance of visual appeal. For more detailed information about our home chef program, please see the schedule of classes to the right or our class calendar.

Class & Cancellation Policies
Format: All classes are hands-on and include a full meal, unless otherwise noted. Instructors reserve the right to alter menus due to seasonal availability of ingredients.

Time of class: All weekday evening classes begin promptly at 6pm, and last approximately 3 to 3-1/2 hours. The starting time for weekend and mid-week, day-time classes vary; please check the schedule for the starting time of your class.

Appropriate attire for students: Your classes will take place in a working kitchen, and you will be standing for most of the duration of your class. Therefore, for your safety and comfort, we strongly recommend that you wear flat-soled, closed toed, comfortable shoes and comfortable clothing to class.

Payment: Payment is due at time of reservation (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash and personal checks are accepted). Space is limited. If the class is full, your name may be placed on a waiting list.

Cancellation Policies: Evening and weekend classes: For evening and weekend classes, we will refund class fees for your cancellation up to one week before the scheduled class. Up to 48 hours before the class, we will issue a store credit for the class fees. No refunds or credit can be given for cancellations less than 48 hours before class. Please note special cancellation policy applicable to The Gourmet Series, Gourmet Weekend, and WSET Certification Course below.

If you are using a Groupon for payment, our cancelation policy requires a minimum of 48 hours notice of cancelation before the class. If you cancel within the allowed time, we will reissue your Groupon code to be used at a later date. This cancelation policy applies with all payment methods. The Groupon will not be considered as store credit until the expiration of the Groupon. At the expiration date of the Groupon (one year from date of issue), your Groupon will be converted to store credit of $45, the amount you paid for the Groupon. For any questions please call 949-494-0745.


Dept: Executive Chef Laurent Brazier, local and international chefs.

Program : Hands-on weekend and evening classes for the home chef; 1-week culinary vacations; corporate team building.

Costs: $85+/evening class. Culinary vacations include shared lodging, meals, local transportation.