Cooking Classes in Dallas, TX
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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New Year's Celebration - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ring in the new year with incredible food and even better company. Celebrate a delicious start to the new year with an exquisite cooking class for two. During this chef-led class, you'll prepare a selection of irresistible dishes, including a bold steak au poivre with flamed brandy and a tangy mustard sauce. Accompany...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Great for Groups of 2-20
Mystery Basket Showdown
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Get ready for some friendly competition in this fun activity for teams. This hands-on team building activity brings out everyone's creative side in a lighthearted kitchen showdown. Chef Sharon will meet your group at a selected venue and provide mystery baskets filled with fresh produce, herbs, spreads and other...
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Chef Sharon
Serving the Dallas area
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Culinary Techniques With Italian Flair
$100
Cooking Class
$100
Discover the popular flavors of Italy by practicing recipes from the Old World. Explore the wide world of Italian cuisine in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality Italian fare under the instruction of a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while...
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Chef Jarrett
Serving the Dallas area
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Great for Groups of 10-16
Flavorful Innovations
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Bring your group together for a hands-on cooking class designed to spark creativity, collaboration and fun. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, planning a team-building event or gathering with friends, this shared culinary experience...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Great for Groups of 12-20
Culinary Creations
$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Invite your team to an exciting team-building cooking class outside the office. They will discover how to elevate their culinary skills with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients as they work together to make four courses of elevated...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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SMALL CLASS
Classic Texas Steakhouse
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Learn how to prepare classic Texas recipes boasting bold Texas-sized flavor profiles with Chef Lula. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lula, you will learn how to prepare a larger-than-life three-course menu using fresh ingredients as well as recipes and cooking techniques that epitomize Texas cuisine.
Some...
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Chef Lula
Serving the Dallas area
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Holiday
Baking Festive Cookies
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Cookies are the perfect way to share a special occasion with family and friends. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Joe, you'll learn how to make four festive cookies, all necessitating a different set of ingredients and techniques. These baked goodies are the perfect mix to display at a party or to give away as...
Verified Chef
Chef Joe
Serving the Dallas area
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Vibrant Latin Fare
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn to make South American-inspired dishes guided by top-rated chef. Jump into the flavorful world of Mexican, Latin & even Spanish culinary influences with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make gourmet dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new tips and tricks in the kitchen...
Verified Chef
Chef Jarrett
Serving the Dallas area
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Ceviche Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the secrets to crafting three incredible versions of this beloved Latin classic. No matter how you like your ceviche served, Chef Sharon has got you covered in this workshop-style hands-on cooking class. She'll teach you the traditions and throw in a few tasty twists along the way.
Begin your lesson with a...
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Chef Sharon
Serving the Dallas area
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Thanksgiving
SMALL CLASS
Ancient and Modern Asian Fusion
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the Far East with Chef Lula. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lula, you will learn how to prepare a five-course Asian menu that blends ancient cuisine with modern twists and cooking techniques to create an unforgettable culinary experience.
Some of the recipes...
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Chef Lula
Serving the Dallas area
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Pie and Tart Showcase
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Easy as pie takes on a whole new meaning in this pie & tart baking lesson. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Joe, not only will you learn how to handcraft beautiful pies and tarts, you'll also delve into custards, meringue and from-scratch crusts.
You will begin by creating the perfect blueberry pie packed...
Verified Chef
Chef Joe
Serving the Dallas area
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SMALL CLASS
A Jamaican Island Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Get ready to join Chef Lula on a culinary journey to the island of Jamaica! In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lula, you will learn how to prepare a three-course Jamaican feast using fresh, tropical ingredients, traditionally used spice blends and time-honored cooking techniques that can turn any meal into an...
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Chef Lula
Serving the Dallas area
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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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