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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A Rustic Italian Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A summer Italian meal awaits you in this cooking class. Be transported to the sunny streets of Italy without leaving the kitchen in this rustic Italian meal cooking class. Join a gourmet chef and learn some Italian cooking tips starting with making your own homemade pasta with shrimp in a tomato sauce. Pair your pasta...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Ribeyes to Galettes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Tap into your culinary creativity in this date night class with a delicious seasonal menu. Explore bold flavors and refined techniques in this fun date night cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll work together to prepare an elegant four-course menu. Learn how to perfectly sear a chile-crusted ribeye finished...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Savor the Smoke: Steaks to Creamsicles
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make the most of grilling season with this delicious seasonal menu. Fire up the flavor on the grill in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to prepare veggies on the grill with two dishes: a charred pepper, peach and feta salad and grilled corn with a smoky lime butter. Next, add...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Experience Classic Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the exciting flavors of Italy in this cooking class There's more to Italian cooking than pasta and in our experience classic Italian flavors cooking class, you will get to explore the non-pasta side of Italian cuisine. Start by learning how to chop up a salsa verde to pair with pork loin chops. For sides...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Cucina Toscana - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a memorable evening with your partner as you prepare a delicious Tuscan feast together. Transport your taste buds on your next date night to Italy with this hands-on Tuscan cooking class. In this chef-led culinary class, you’ll prepare juicy grilled chicken marinated with lemon and rosemary. Then, master...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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The Sweet Elegance of Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake crisp shells and creamy fillings in this macaron baking class. Immerse yourself in the sweet world of French patisserie in this hands-on macaron cooking class. With guidance from a master pastry chef, you’ll learn to create perfect vanilla bean macaron shells, then fill them with a luscious...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Koreatown Cravings
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master Korean comfort food with glazed fried chicken, handmade dumplings and banchan. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn the secrets behind the crispy, golden and wildly addictive Korean fried chicken with a sticky garlic glaze. Led by an expert chef, you’ll also master mandu (dumplings) filled with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Southeast Asian Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience a unique date night that blends exotic flavors with approachable techniques. Embark on a culinary adventure in this hands-on date night cooking class inspired by the aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia. Led by an expert chef, you’ll roll shrimp spring rolls served with a rich peanut dipping sauce. Then,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Spectacular Chocolate Extravaganza
$89
Cooking Class
$89
It's chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate in this cooking class. Learn how to use your favorite chocolate in the kitchen by joining our spectacular chocolate extravaganza cooking class. In this delectable cooking class, you'll be taught by a five-star chef how to make all things chocolate. From rich chocolate...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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British Pub Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Led by an expert chef, you'll prepare a traditional fish and chips meal. Celebrate classic comfort food with a fun, hands-on cooking class inspired by a British pub favorite. You’ll learn how to make perfectly crispy beer-battered fish and golden chips, paired with zesty coleslaw tossed in creamy remoulade. For...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Bistro Elegance: A French Culinary Evening
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The perfect blend of elegance and classic techniques with this four-course French menu. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll step into a luxurious French kitchen with four elegant dishes. During this chef-led class, you’ll prepare golden, savory gougères filled with bacon, thyme and Gruyère and learn how to...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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DIY Sushi
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to construct a takeaway favorite: sushi. Learn how to make sushi that will rival sushi from a restaurant in this DIY sushi cooking class. You and other like-minded classmates will be guided by a gourmet chef who will teach you the basic steps to making sushi. Practice rolling a sushi staple like the spicy...
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Dallas
Plano
Historic Plano provides Texans in the Dallas area with an exciting expansion of their epicurean pursuits. Expert-led cooking classes in Plano bring fantastic new flavors to the dining lives of home cooks throughout the region.
Carrollton
The sweet suburb of Carrollton is a prime location for leaving the busy city buzz of Dallas behind for an easier pace. With cooking classes in Carrollton as part of the dining scene, aspiring chefs have creative solutions that offer fabulous handmade flavor.
Irving
Creative energy from a vibrant art scene gives Irving a character unlike any Dallas region. This includes bringing imaginative cuisine to your regimen while working with world-class chefs in top-notch cooking classes in Irving.
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Dallas
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.