Orange County, California Cooking and Culinary Schools

Degree Programs: Culinary Management, Culinary Arts, Baking, Pastry, Restaurant Management, Catering Management, Food & Beverage Management...
Major Cities: Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden City, Huntington Beach, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, San Clemente, Santa Ana, Yorba Linda...
Surrounding ZIP Codes: 90720, 92626, 92646, 92649, 92657, 92661, 92672, 92675, 92692, 92701, 92708, 92735, 92801, 92807, 92816, 92831, 92838, 92886...

Orange County covers a large geographical area and has a diverse ethnic background which has made the area the home of many different types of restaurants. In addition, a regional culinary style has developed over the years - California Cuisine. This style is based on a chef's use of fresh, local ingredients in menu planning. A large agricultural base in the state helps to provide some of the best meats, fish, and produce to the innovative chefs who choose to embrace this style of cooking. The range of cooking styles and eateries in Orange County can be enticing to culinary students. The county also has a solid tourist base, with people visiting its beaches, hills and canyons, and theme parks. There are many hotels in the area, providing students of Hospitality Management programs with plenty of opportunities to enhance their studies.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

Le Cordon Bleu

Le Cordon Bleu

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

For more than a century, it has been the mission of Le Cordon Bleu to promote a worldwide appreciation of and encourage excellence in the culinary arts at all levels. We offer comprehensive training in cuisine and pastry to culinary professionals and enthusiasts, as well as degrees in several hospitality disciplines and a Master of Arts in Gastronomy.

Select a Campus: Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX | Las Vegas, NV | Miami, FL | Minneapolis, MN | Orlando, FL | Pasadena, CA | Pittsburgh, PA | Portland, OR | Sacramento, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | St. Louis, MO | Scottsdale, AZ

Do you possess an associate's degree in Culinary Arts? Get a Bachelor's through our Online Degree Completion Program





The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in the creative arts and design. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you'll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!

Select a Campus: Arlington, VA | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC | Chicago, IL | Cincinnati, OH | Dallas, TX | Denver, CO | Detroit, MI | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Hollywood, CA | Houston, TX | Indianapolis, IN | Jacksonville, FL | Kansas City, KS | Las Vegas, NV | Los Angeles, CA | Minneapolis, MN | Nashville, TN | Orange County, CA | Philadelphia, PA | Phoenix, AZ | Pittsburgh, PA | Portland, OR | Raleigh, NC | Sacramento | Salt Lake City | San Bernadino, CA | San Diego | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | Sunnyvale, CA | Tampa, FL | Tucson, AZ | Vancouver, BC | Virginia Beach, VA

About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 35+ US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering managment. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities. Request Information



About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 35+ US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering managment. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities. Request Information



About: Founded in 1994, Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Los Angeles has become one of the most well-known and respected culinary schools in the country. We're located in the heart of Southern California - one of the most geographically and culturally diverse regions in the world where people from all over the globe make their home. This unique, enriched environment provides the perfect backdrop for a culinary education. Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Los Angeles is located in the historic Playhouse District in Pasadena. This fits in perfectly in this fashionable, artistic community that fully appreciates gourmet cuisine and fine dining and where the nightlife rivals that of any metropolis. Request Information



About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 35+ US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering managment. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities. Request Information



About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 35+ US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering managment. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities. Request Information



About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 35+ US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering managment. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities. Request Information



Academy of Cooking, Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills, CA US



About: The mission of California Premier Culinary School (CPCS) is to equip individuals with practical instruction through hands-on practice for the food and hospitality industry worldwide. We believe that through a carefully planned, well-balanced curriculum, we will give our students the solid foundation necessary for building and advancing in their careers. CPCS offers Professional and Recreational courses in Pan Asian Cuisine (Korean Fusion, Japanese Fusion, Thai, etc) and European Culinary Arts. These classes are taught by renown Restaurant and Culinary Professionals. CPCS is located on 2551 Beverly Boulevard, a heartbeat from downtown Los Angeles. The city, with its cosmopolitan population, its wide selection of cultural and social activities and its ideal location is one of the most popular choices for students or visitors traveling to the United States. The School is located near world's most renowned cities in California. Just 5 minutes from the skyscrapers of Downtown LA, Hollywood, Koreatown, Chinatown, and Little Tokyo, there are numerous shops, restaurants, museums, and other cultural attractions that neighbor our campus. Request Information