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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Southeast Asian Flavor - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master traditional techniques and classic dishes in this Southeast Asian date night cooking session. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll build a Southeast Asian-inspired meal from start to sweet finish. During this chef-led, date night class, you’ll master the art of spring rolls filled with shrimp and served...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Festive Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Unleash their creativity with a fun cupcake-making workshop for the entire family. Get ready for a blast of fun in this festive, family-friendly cooking class. Led by an expert pastry chef, you’ll whip up colorful fireworks cupcakes from scratch, topped with fluffy vanilla buttercream and bursting with sparkly...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Coastal Classics and Strawberry Shortcakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master tradition pub fare with British fish and chips in this iconic meal. From the crispy crunch of beer-battered fish to the sweet layers of strawberry shortcake, this hands-on cooking class serves up coastal comfort with a gourmet twist. Led by an expert chef, you’ll learn the secrets behind classic fish and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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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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Flavors of France: Elegance Plated
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master classic French techniques with this elegant four-course menu, from gougères to créme brûlée. In this fully immersive cooking class, you’ll learn to craft a stunning French-inspired menu that’s perfect for celebrations. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll bake airy gougères with bacon, thyme and Gruyère...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Kids Cooking Series
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Global Expedition - Kids' Summer Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Discover new cultures through cooking. Give your kids a journey around the world with this hands-on cooking class series. Your child will explore flavors from different countries while mastering kitchen skills and safety. They'll discover a world of flavor along with the stories behind each dish. From sushi to...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Donuts Celebrated Globally
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This class is a celebration of the different donut styles beloved around the world. It’s all about crispy edges, soft centers and a whole lot of sugar in this donut-making cooking class. Join an expert pastry chef to create pillowy bomboloni filled with chocolate-hazelnut spread, dreamy beignets dusted in sugar and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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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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Tuscan Cooking Simplified - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a rustic yet elegant Tuscan meal with this fun date night culinary experience. Discover the simplicity of Italian cuisine with this hands-on cooking class designed for couples. Prepare a rustic Tuscan meal as you grill lemony, herbed chicken and craft pillowy potato gnocchi dressed in fragrant basil pesto....
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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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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Teens Cooking Series
Culinary Masterpieces: Teen Edition
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Your teen will love five days of baking and cooking their favorite meals. Let your teen discover the art of cooking in this exciting five-day cooking class series. Perfect for ages 12 and up, this hands-on summer workshop covers skills like baking, pasta-making and safely handling chef’s knives. With guidance from a...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North 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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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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