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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CHEF’S PLACE
Earthy Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Work together to craft an elegant Tuscan menu featuring authentic dishes like steak tagliata. This hands-on cooking class designed for couples brings the rustic charm of Tuscany to your kitchen. With guidance from a world-class chef, couples will cook juicy steak tagliata, a bright panzanella salad with vine-ripened...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Fried and Fabulous Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master international styles of donut making in this class that’s perfect for sweet-toothed foodies. Dive into a world of warm, sugary bliss in this hands-on dessert cooking class that celebrates all things fried and fabulous. Led by a gourmet pastry chef, you'll learn how to make three types of donuts enjoyed around...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Choux and Champagne
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master three elegant French pastries and learn classic baking techniques in this culinary experience. Chic and celebratory, this hands-on cooking class is a dream for dessert lovers. Guided by a world-class pastry chef, you’ll master pâte à choux with the elegant Paris-Brest filled with luscious praline cream and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Teens Cooking Series
Teen Cookoff - Summer Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Explore bold recipes and professional techniques. Give your teen foodie five days of hands-on fun with this cooking class series designed especially for them. They’ll master advanced baking and cooking skills like kneading dough and advanced flavor combining, while developing confidence, sharpening knife techniques...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Spanish Culinary Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delve into Spain's vibrant culinary tapestry with this irresistible cooking adventure. Dive into the captivating world of Spanish cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Transport yourself to the lively streets of Spain as you learn to create iconic dishes bursting with flavor. Master the art of crafting traditional...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Sizzling Latin Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create creative in this Latin steakhouse cooking adventure. Explore the bold and exciting flavors of Latin cuisine by joining this sizzling Latin steakhouse cooking class. Start by learning how to perfectly grill a flank steak without burning it and make a chimichurri sauce. Stuff pupusas with cheese and chop up a red...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Bangkok Breeze
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the balanced flavors and contrasting textures of Thai cuisine with this summer menu. Celebrate the light, fresh taste of Thai cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a master chef, you’ll explore the harmony of bold flavors in five Thai dishes. Prepare chicken satay with spicy peanut dipping sauce,...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Golden Hour Gourmet
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Straight from the farmer's market, prepare a seasonal feast in this fun culinary experience. Celebrate the flavors of the season in this vibrant, hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll make four delicious dishes using seasonal produce. Begin with a refreshing watermelon salad with feta and mint, then...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Kids Cooking Series
Bakery Bootcamp: Kids' Edition
$349
Cooking Class
$349
It's a fun week of sweet and savory baked goods for kids. This five-day cooking class series transforms your kitchen-curious kid into a confident young baker. Guided by a world-class chef, kids ages 7-11 will bake mouthwatering sweet and savory treats they can recreate at home. From muffins in the morning to pizza...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Teens Cooking Series
International Flavor - Teens' Summer Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
A culinary tour of global classics for teens. Tell your teen to pack their appetite to travel the globe with this globally-inspired cooking class series! Teens will explore international dishes from countries like Japan, Italy and Mexico while learning culture and building confidence. Guided by a chef instructor,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Savoring Fresh Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This Italian meal is simple enough for weeknight dinners and elegant for al fresco entertaining. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll master an elegant Italian menu that’s perfect for leisurely patio dinners and outdoor entertaining with friends. Guided by an experienced chef, you’ll create four authentic...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Sweet Cupcake Duo - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bake and decorate two kid-approved cupcake flavors in this fun, family-friendly baking class. Get your aprons on and dive into a delicious cupcake-making adventure in this hands-on cooking class designed for families of all ages. Led by an expert pastry chef, your family will learn how to bake and decorate banana...
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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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