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    4.8 (526 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
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    Katherine N.

    Zero dishes, zero prep, maximum fun!" Came here with a friend for a weekend DIY baking session and had such a blast! If you've never been, it's a self-service baking studio where they provide literally everything--pre-measured ingredients, heavy-duty mixers, ovens, tools, and fancy packaging. When you check in, you pick what project you want to bake (they have everything from simple cookies to intricate multi-tiered cakes). Each station comes equipped with an iPad that walks you through step-by-step video instructions. It's super self-paced, so you can rewatch steps as many times as you need without feeling rushed.

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    Sarah S.

    I went to Home Baking Day not really knowing what to expect, but omg, it was so much fun! My boyfriend and I came here for a date, and we had such a great time. Making the reservation was super easy, and from the beginning, we got to choose a cake from a list based on the difficulty level: beginner, intermediate, or advanced. We picked the matcha cheesecake, and honestly, our final product looked so professional! I still can't believe we made it ourselves haha. It was pretty packed on the weekend, with lots of families bringing their kids for a fun baking experience, but the atmosphere was really fun and lively. And the cake itself was actually really good! It wasn't too sweet, which I loved. The matcha cheesecake was delicious. Such a cute and unique date idea. Definitely recommend if you're looking for something fun to do as a couple or with family. I'd definitely come back!

    Mimie P.

    such a cute and fun experience! i made the mango passion fruit cake and it turned out so good. the cake was light, fruity, and not too sweet, and i loved the mango and passion fruit flavor together they provide all the ingredients, tools, and recipes you need, which makes the whole experience super easy and beginner friendly. another huge plus is that they take care of the cleaning afterward, so you can just enjoy baking and decorating your cake such a fun spot for a date or girls' day. would definitely come back and try another cake!

    Christie N.

    Such a fun experience! There's a bunch of different cakes / bakery items you can choose to make. I have never baked, and it was an easy experience.

    Mae B.

    Great place to do some baking for beginners and there is no hassle of cleaning dirty dishes afterwards. It does get chaotic in the very beginning of the reservation time since everyone is crowded near the ingredients. Other than that it's pretty easy to follow the tablet for directions. Knocked a star down because half the staff look like they don't want to be there. If you ask a question they just stare and look at you like the answer is obvious before answering.

    We had such a great time baking a totoro cake here! Instructions were easy to follow and staff was super helpful and welcoming!

    Danny L.

    Awesome fun spot for a hands-on date/activity. We made a capybara no-bake cake! The setup is super straightforward, with step-by-step instructions and all the ingredients provided, making it a great teamwork/bonding experience. Staff was helpful, and the whole process was smooth and laid-back. Definite recommend if you're looking for something to do in Irvine!

    So much fun, self make the cake and employees are there to help when you need. Customer service was so good!

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    Tiffany P.

    Perfect date activity, even for Valentine's Day! You get to choose from a menu of adorable DIY desserts, ranging from "I've never baked before" to "I watch baking shows religiously." Pick your sweet treat, pay, and tada - everything you need is provided. You're handed a tablet with step-by-step instructions, so no stress, no guesswork, just pure baking fun. It's hands-on, interactive, and low-pressure, which makes it perfect for bonding, laughing at little mess-ups, and feeling accomplished afterward. And the grand finale? You box up your masterpiece. Take it home to admire and devour! Our Summer Guava Cake turned out so pretty and tasted lightly sweet (yay!) If you're looking for a playful, sweet, and genuinely memorable activity, save this spot for your next date.

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    Mimi J.

    Review 31/365 Day challenge Came here for a Birthday putting celebration for Harper's friend, Kiera's 11th bday 2.07.26 Pretty cool concept, learning how to bake your own cake/dessert. My daughter who was 9 needed help since done items is a bit too high for her to grab alone, luckily there was a stool she was able to use to grab some items. Her friends who she came with were 2 years older, 5th grader were able to bake majority everything by themselves by reading the instructions on iPad alone. When we got there, we were the 2nd group after a couple that looks like they are on a date. After checking in and letting the associates know which cake selections the girls wanted to make. We were assigned tables and given a basket to put out belongings in the basket to be placed under the table. An apron with a timer and an iPad for instructions of what cake we were making. We Made the Lychee Peach Cream Pie, not overly sweet & pretty yum! Pie crust wasn't soggy the next day. Loved it. Associate Lily & Chloe was really informative. Showed and pointed out where each area is at. The iPad was easy to follow directions on baking steps one by one. It's a clean and really cute nice atmosphere. This is a cool activity that I would possibly return for future events, like a mama daughter date, date night and even just because, like a re~ group activity. Lots of friends group came with their boyfriends/dates along w their group of friends. Everyone enjoyed a great time and was hands on. Located in the Culver Plaza. Lots of parking available and it's located right next to a Bank and across from "Nice to meet you, hot pot" restaurant.

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    Simon L.

    This was such a fun experience! The check in process was very easy and the staff was super friendly gave us great recommendations. Staff does a really great job keeping the stations clean for the next person to use. They have tablets that provide the ingredients, + weights with step by step instructions. Overall really great activity to try out with friends and family!

    Michelle K.

    Celebrated a friend's birthday here and had an amazing time. The place was spacious enough for multiple groups. The staff is friendly and avaliable for questions. The recipes are easy to follow and all ingredients and equipment are readily available. Plan to spend at least 2 hours baking. Overall had a great time hanging with friends and baking together.

    Cathy K.

    I've been to homebaking day twice now and it's such a cute & fun activity to do with anyone! My bf & I made a peach oolong cake and the whole process was so easy to follow with the IPad, I felt like I was in a cooking mama game lol. I like how everything is so organized and aesthetic. Not sure how the cake will taste but have high hopes! I love the various asian flavors. 10/10 recommend :) The only downside of the visit was that it is pretty pricey for the size of the cakes, and the employees were not that friendly haha. They seemed really tired / overstimulated but I didn't get the energy and customer service that would've made the experience a lot better x

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    Made the cookies and they were super cute! The staff were super friendly and helpful too. Had a good time and would recommend :)

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    Excellent Service and delicious cake! very easy to follow instructions. Will be returning soon!

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    So fun!! My daughter and I had the best time baking. We picked an intermediate cake and learned a lot! We would come back

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    Ask the Community - Home Baking Day

    Is there a place for adults who are not baking to wait? Or is it okay to hang around in the kitchen while our kids bake? Or would that be an additional entry fee? Thank you

    I don't believe there are any additional fees since you basically buy what you're making. There are… 

    Do they allow baby?

    Hi Jasper! Yes, we are baby-friendly. We provide high chairs for your convenience. We look forward to seeing you and your family at Home Baking Day!

    Do you provide aprons?

    Yes, we provide aprons for customers to wear while making their desserts.

    Are walk-ins welcome? How do I make a reservation?

    Hi, Here is the reservation link… 

    Do you just pay the price of the cake or do you pay any extra fee to do this?

    Hi Anita, thank you for reaching out, the price of the menu is one person to make one dessert. Maximum 2 people making 1 dessert, entry fee is required for the second person.… 

    Is there a deal if you come on your birthday?

    Hi, we don’t have birthday deal now. The latest event -join us on a weekday (for the rest of october) & bake a dessert! Each dessert made can draw one ball & apply it to your… 

    Hi there, if we are a party of 4 what are our options? Do we need to buy 2 desserts or can we all work on one?

    hi it really depends! if you want to all work on it then you can just do one! or if you wanna have idk maybe a competition then you can do two. it's really up to what you want to do!

    Hi is there gluten free flour available? if not could i bring my own?

    We don’t have gluten free flour, you can bring your own. Thank you!

    Hi! What if we are 3 people making 1 dessert? 2 adults and 1 4 year old? How does the pricing work?

    Hi, 3 people make 1 dessert… 

    Excited to make a reservation for my daughter & her friends but see a lot of comments & reviews about the store canceling reservations before they arrive. Can you confirm if you uphold online reservation please I would hate to ruin my daughter' day?

    Hi, May I have your name, date and time for the reservation? I will check and confirm for you. Or… 

    Where can I find your menu with prices?

    Hi, We have a quick link for you.… 

    Not sure if I have the pricing right: If what I want to make is $60 but there's two of us, it would…

    The price is for both of you. Looking forward to seeing you soon :)

    Is the price per person or per cake? I want to go do this with my significant other so I was wondering how purchasing works.

    Hi, The price is per person per cake. Maximum 2 people making 1 dessert. (Entry fee is required for the second person). Each additional entry fee… 

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    Review Highlights - Home Baking Day

    “The instructions were very easily to follow & the staff were very kind & helpful when we had questions.”

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    Chef Stephanie Chinchilla

    Chef Stephanie Chinchilla

    5.0(48 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    Hands down the most passionate and dedicated staff/ownership I've ever experienced. The owner was…read moreso nice. He gracefully handled every question, request, and comment swiftly and perfectly. Their coffee was so delicious . I can't recommend this spot enough! Food was absolutely phenomenal.

    We had the most memorable evening at Chef Stephanie Chinchilla's chef's table. The experience was…read moreintimate, warm, and beautifully executed from start to finish...every dish told a story and every detail felt intentional. We began with the Aji tuna on crispy rice, topped with a delicate sliver of jalapeño and crispy shallots, a perfect balance of freshness, spice, and crunch. The second course was Stefanie's famous focaccia...one sweet and one savory. The savory version featured parmesan, her homemade bread and butter, pickles from her garden, and a touch of mustard seed. The bread, made simply with flour, water, and salt, takes two to three days to create. The sweet focaccia was equally impressive, topped with brie, honey, and a guava jam made from her own garden-grown guavas... truly special. Next came the sweet potato course, made from her garden's harvest and paired with roasted pine nuts and coconut-shaved gnocchi in brown butter. The flavors were rich yet comforting, and the presentation was artistic and thoughtful. The main course... short ribs with a stunning potato gratin, was a showstopper. The short ribs were tender and deeply flavorful, garnished with delicate edible flowers from her garden, while the gratin was layered beautifully and topped with a fragrant chimichurri. Dessert was one of the best I've ever had: a sticky toffee date cake with a caramel apple sauce made from apples in her garden, served with raw cream vanilla bean ice cream. The balance of warmth, sweetness, and texture was perfection. The wine pairings, thoughtfully curated by Oscar from Sequoia Grove Winery, elevated the entire experience, from the velvety Merlot to the bold Cabernet, every sip complemented the food flawlessly. What makes Chef Stefanie so special is her warmth and authenticity. She shares her passion for food and where it comes from in a way that's engaging and educational, never pretentious. She spends time presenting each dish beautifully, with an artist's eye and a chef's heart. Her artistry, attention to detail, and genuine love for her craft come through in every course. I'll absolutely be attending her future chef's table events, a beautiful evening of intentional cooking, soulful flavors, and gracious hospitality.

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    Cozymeal - Cooking the fettuccine

    Cozymeal

    3.6(11 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Our chef, Anthony, was great. He showed us how to make an Italian menu, and we both learned some…read moregood tips. Unfortunately we stood for two hours during the class. By the time all was cooked and ready, we were given a plate and a paper towel w/ utensils. There was a small water cooler where you could serve yourself in 2 oz. paper cups. No seats for eating! Who eats standing up--especially when you've spent all this time cooking a lovely meal!!?? Very disappointed about that. We had 15 minutes to eat, standing up, and they were already cleaning up for the next class. We paid $208.00 for the two of us. Too bad they could not make it more classy. A chance to sit down, take our time to enjoy the meal, and even have a glass of wine would have been lovely. NEVER AGAIN.&

    I booked a Private pasta making class for 2 , as a Father's Day gift to my husband. I paid, and…read morenever received a confirmation for the date requested, which was a couple weeks after. After a 5 day wait, I called to find out the status, and was told the chef was not answering, and that they'll get back to me in a few minutes. They never did. I reached up to them two more times that week with the same reply, and no follow up. On the last attempt I was suggested to change the class to something else, which, of course, I did not; and cancelled the whole thing.

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    Cozymeal - The ravioli filled with ricotta, parmesan,  and egg yolk then topped with brown butter. DELICIOUS!

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    The ravioli filled with ricotta, parmesan, and egg yolk then topped with brown butter. DELICIOUS!

    Sur La Table - #YelpElite #Yelp #classes

    Sur La Table

    3.2(293 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    •$$$

    Such a fun time!! I chose the 'Date Night: Five Star Steakhouse' class and it was really enjoyable…read moreand informative. Our head chef/instructor Anthony brought great energy and charisma to the class. You could really tell he's passionate about what he does and enjoys it, which spread to the rest of the class. It was a very open environment with many of the attendees having little to no culinary experience, so we were all working on a level playing field. The class is decently interactive, with a nice balance where they do a good majority of the tedious prep work beforehand and let you do the rest (as a team of 4) with all of the nicely prepared ingredients. We also did a small crash course on cutting and mixing skills, which was appreciated. The dish we made was a really nice steak with an herb compound butter, grilled veggies, a small side salad, and a nice fruit tart (galette) for dessert. The class flowed really well and the time FLEW by. It was about two hours from start to finish, and it fun the entire time. I'd recommend to eat a little something beforehand, as you eat what you prepare at the end (after 2ish hours) and the portions are split amongst 4 people so they are a bit on the petite side. Overall, this was a really enjoyable experience that I definitely plan on attending again. I recommend you find a class that suits you and check it out yourself!!

    I came with two girlfriends for a birthday gathering. I'm…read moreSO thankful we stopped to eat appetizers before we attended the cooking class. It took maybe 90 mins or so from start of class to chow time and we were ready to eat! I imagine we would have gotten hangry I we didn't, so I would recommend snacking before class!!! The instructing chef was very thorough and helpful. The food was on theme and SO good. We were surprised we could make such tasty bold flavors with simple everyday ingredients. (Our dish we Moroccan chicken night with couscous, beet salad, homemade ice cream with grilled peaches) Plenty of food to eat and even took some home. They were even so gracious to accommodate my vegan/vegetarian diet by subbing the chicken with either vegan chicken or potatoes (I chose potatoes). Flavors did not miss!! Would recommend and will be doing again...

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    Lil' Chef School

    Lil' Chef School

    4.0(69 reviews)
    1.5 mi•Oak Creek
    Kid friendly
    Large group friendly

    We had my daughter's 9th birthday at Lil Chef this past weekend, and it was such a hit. The two…read morechefs running the party were awesome--funny, super interactive with the kids, and on top of every detail. They handled things I didn't even realize I didn't have to do--like setting up the goodie bags, cutting and serving the cake, packing leftovers--which meant I actually got to relax and enjoy the party. The kids had a blast making their own pizzas and decorating cupcakes, and the fact that the place comes already decorated with birthday banners and permanent balloons made it even easier. Plus, being able to bring in our own food and drinks (including alcohol!) for the adults was a huge bonus. Everyone kept commenting on what a fun and unique party it was. If you're planning to do goodie bags, I recommend ordering aprons on Amazon instead of buying them from the venue--it's cheaper and makes for a cute party favor. Also, I suggest putting a balloon on the directional signs in the shopping center by Dunkin' Donuts so your guests don't get lost, since it's a bit tricky to get there. Highly recommend Lil Chef if you want a fun, stress-free, and memorable birthday party.

    We just celebrated my daughter's 9th birthday at Lil' Chef School, and I have to say, it was the…read moreabsolute best party we've ever hosted. If you're looking for a unique, engaging, and (most importantly) stress-free party venue, look no further! The moment we arrived, the staff was fantastic. They were incredibly friendly, professional, and had everything set up perfectly. They managed a group of twenty 9-year-olds with ease, keeping them entertained, focused, and most importantly, safe while they learned to cook. As a parent, the experience was truly seamless. The instructors handled the entire cooking lesson, kept the flow moving, and then--the biggest win of all--they took care of all the messy cleanup! I was able to relax and enjoy the celebration rather than running around managing logistics. The facility is bright, clean, and perfectly equipped for young chefs. This wasn't just a party; it was a fun, hands-on memory the kids won't stop talking about. Lil' Chef School is an absolute gem, and I highly recommend them for any birthday celebration!

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