Cooking Classes in Dallas
Best Cooking Classes in Dallas for your next culinary journey

Discover the bold flavors of the Big D with cooking classes in Dallas, where Southern charm meets global cuisine. Learn to create hearty Texas chili, bake sweet pecan pie or master a tender brisket. Expand your skills with Mediterranean mezze, handmade Italian pasta or delicate French pastries. These engaging cooking lessons, guided by expert five-star chefs, highlight Dallas’s dynamic food scene while offering hands-on techniques to sharpen your cooking skills. Located just a short drive from Fort Worth, Irving or Plano, these culinary classes are are well worth the trip and perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or exploring international dishes, culinary lessons in Dallas provide an unforgettable opportunity to savor, create and share hearty flavors with your loved ones. Reserve your spot in cooking courses today and discover the vibrant flavors of Dallas!
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Pad Thai and Curry: Thai Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Stir-fry, simmer and sweeten your culinary skills with Thai street food favorites. Fire up your wok and dive into Thailand’s greatest hits in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a skilled chef, you’ll learn how to prepare corn and lime fritters and stir-fry traditional pad Thai to chewy, saucy perfection. Then,...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Mochi to Beignets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the different styles and textures of donuts in this fun pastry-making class. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll explore the art of donut making with three global varieties that vary in taste and texture. Guided by an expert pastry chef, you’ll prepare pâte à choux dough for airy French beignets...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Bread Baking: From Boule to Focaccia
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art and science of bread baking with three sweet and savory recipes. Discover how to get bakery-quality results at home in this hands-on bread cooking class. Led by a top-tier pastry chef, you’ll craft sweet and savory breads, including raspberry Danish focaccia, rustic French bread and Italian...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Elevated French Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spark romance in the kitchen with an engaging experience featuring French cuisine. During this cooking class, savor the sophistication of French cuisine as you and your date explore an evening of culinary refinement. From exquisite seared scallops and creamy risotto to a decadent French dessert, this experience is...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Classic Italian Cuisine, Elevated
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your Italian cooking with luxurious textures and time-honored techniques with this elegant menu. Step into the kitchen for a refined Italian experience in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a top-level chef, you’ll learn to braise osso buco to tender perfection and serve it with smooth Parmesan cheese...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Bright Flavors of Provence
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Immerse yourself in the flavors and dishes of Provence while perfecting key French techniques. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll explore foundational French techniques and prepare an elegant Provençal-style meal in this hands-on cooking class. Pan-roast chicken and finish with a lemony sauce with olives and capers....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Savor Spain: Coastal Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover Spain’s bold coastal flavors through seafood paella, savory tapas and a rich custard dessert. Immerse yourself in the coastal charm of Spanish cuisine with a hands-on cooking class full of flavor. With guidance from a world-class chef, you’ll prepare classic seafood paella infused with saffron, crunchy...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Rustic Summer Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a five-star summer menu with fresh, seasonal ingredients and refined Southern flavors. Channel the essence of summer in this hands-on cooking class, where you’ll grill, bake and fry a delicious meal. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll whip up four recipes, including golden-fried corn fritters with herbed...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Rustic Fall Dessert Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This fall-inspired baking workshop covers pie dough, brownie batter and luscious custards. Create rustic yet elegant fall desserts that celebrate seasonal ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a gourmet pastry chef, you’ll learn to bake buttery caramel apple tartlets, decadent chocolate-cranberry...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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The Americana Bake-Off
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate summer with award-worthy desserts, from pies to cakes and s’mores.
Channel your inner county fair champion in this fun, hands-on cooking class. Create carnival-worthy funnel cakes dusted with confectioner sugar, bake a double-crust blueberry pie from scratch and craft dreamy s’mores bars that capture...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Pasta Night From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy the full Italian experience — fresh pasta, hearty ragù and a comforting homemade dessert. Discover how Italian cuisine can turn simple pantry ingredients into a mouthwatering feast in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll turn flour and water into fresh pasta dough and cut thin...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Simple Italian, Simply Elegant Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are expertly prepared for this delicious four-course Italian feast. This hands-on cooking class highlights the balance and elegance of Italian cuisine. Guided by a world-class chef, use simple, seasonal ingredients to create a memorable Italian feast. Start with a sweet and savory...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Dallas
How much do cooking classes in Dallas cost?
Most cooking classes range from $59 to $100 or more per person. Costs for culinary classes will vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. The starting price and other fees on this page can be found on this page, beside each course listing. A tiered structure is applied based on details of the course and headcount.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There's no previous experience necessary to join in on the fun of these cooking classes. In fact, the pressure-free setting and encouraging instruction provide an easygoing introduction to the art of cooking. You can learn the basics of food prep or advance your skills to the next level, all while discovering delicious new recipes from a variety of cultures and cuisines. There are cooking lessons for all ages, including children, teens and families that bring younger cooks into the kitchen. And for anyone with a special occasion to celebrate, you can tap into the excitement of preparing a delicious meal to commemorate birthdays, anniversaries, date nights and get-togethers with friends.
What should I expect during a typical class?
The catalog of the best cooking classes in Dallas provides you world-class culinary instruction from some of the finest chefs in the city. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks as eager as you are to elevate their skills. Each session provides the ingredients and tools required so you can jump into guided instruction and create the delicious dishes on the menu. The lessons unfold one step at a time, making it easier for you to relax and enjoy moments with your fellow food lovers. You may even have a chance to enjoy what you've created with your new friends after class ends.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master cake decorating, pasta making, creative grilling and more. With each session, you can enjoy smaller lessons that expand your skills and develop your gourmet sensibilities, like learning to balance flavors through seasoning and getting up to speed on how to use every knife in your chef's block. With cooking experiences that explore the art of specialty subjects like French pastries and Italian appetizers, you can hone in on your favorite part of the meal. For the worldly gourmet, courses focusing on regional flavors and domestic masterpieces offer a chance to sharpen your abilities while broadening your culinary horizons.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Spending quality time with your favorite people or connecting with new friends who share your love of food can enhance your life in delicious ways. You'll develop a sense of confidence in the kitchen, expand your sense of culinary creativity and gain mastery of essential skills that can serve you for a lifetime. Whether you're collecting new recipes for your repertoire with a session in Oak Cliff or practicing new techniques with a course in Deep Ellum, all cooking courses provide a chance to make new connections while working with some of the greatest chefs in Dallas and the surrounding area.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from local specialties like Tex-Mex and Southern style barbecue classes to keep things deliciously regional or try out with seafood courses that make the most of ingredients from the Gulf. There are also plenty of international courses that bring French, Italian and Mediterranean dishes to the table, as well as Asian and Latin American delight. You'll also find sessions near you that present restaurant level creations as good as anything on the menus at JOEY or the Woolworth.
Where do the classes take place?
Generally, top cooking classes in Dallas take place at the chef's home, in your home or at a prime third-party venue. Certain courses may bring a chef instructor to an office space or chosen venue for an onsite cooking experience. In these sessions, your chef will bring everything required to conduct the lesson, including specialty equipment and all necessary ingredients. Each course listing features a link to a map to let you know if your cake decorating session is in Preston Hollow or your bread making course is in Victory Park.

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