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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Dinner Alla Milanese
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a bold Milanese dinner menu with tender osso buco, polenta and a classic dessert. Capture the spirit of Milan with a hearty, high-end Italian menu in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll learn to braise fall-off-the-bone osso buco with gremolata, creamy Parmesan cheese polenta and...
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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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One Night in Madrid
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate the lively tastes of Spanish cuisine with four authentic recipes, including seafood paella. Channel the energy of a Madrid evening with this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a top-level chef, you’ll craft a fragrant seafood paella, roast crispy patatas bravas with smoky aioli and toss a bright kale salad...
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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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Fall Flavors, Baked to Perfection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master traditional baking techniques for pies, brownies and custards with three fall-inspired desserts. Capture the essence of fall with three stunning desserts in this hands-on cooking class. With guidance from a world-class pastry chef, you’ll bake caramel apple tartlets filled with spiced apples, rich...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Stuffed Pasta Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the time-honored technique of Italian pasta-making with ravioli with two fillings and sauces. Take your pasta-making skills to the next level with this hands-on cooking class. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll master the art of kneading, rolling and shaping fresh pasta by hand for two delicious dishes. Create...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Handmade Pappardelle and Hearty Bolognese
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare traditional Italian dishes like pappardelle Bolognese and olive oil polenta cake. Master time-honored techniques with an authentic Italian menu in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll transform fresh pasta dough into wide ribbons of pappardelle served with classic Bolognese meat sauce....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Spätzle to Schnitzel - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a rustic Bavarian meal together, from salad to schnitzel to spiced apple cake. For your next date night, create a classic Bavarian meal together in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a top-tier chef, you'll chop a vibrant apple-fennel salad starter and learn the secret to a crisp, golden schnitzel. Then,...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Stuffed Pasta Made Fresh
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make pasta from scratch and enjoy it with two fillings and flavorful sauces. Learn the fundamentals of making fresh pasta dough in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert shape, you’ll knead, roll, cut and shape pasta dough into two delicious classics: pumpkin agnolotti in sage-scented brown butter sauce and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Picture Perfect Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create flaky, fluffy macarons you’ll adore. If you’re looking for a cooking class where you can learn how to create a classic treat while also unleashing your artistic potential, check out this 3-hour immersive experience. From how to balance your flavors to how to create picture-perfect cookies, you’ll unlock...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Alpine Flavors for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rustic alpine cuisine with bold flavors and hands-on fun in this date night class. Take your taste buds on an alpine journey in this hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a world-class chef, couples will make pan-fried pork schnitzel, handmade spätzle with brown butter and a bright apple-fennel salad...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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From Rice to Roll - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build your sushi-making skills and sharpen knife techniques with this fun culinary experience for couples. In this date night cooking class, you’ll work with your partner to craft authentic sushi rolls with a yuzu dipping sauce. Guided by an expert chef, learn how to perfectly season sushi rice and fry tempura for...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
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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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