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
Modern French Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore modern French bistro cooking with an elegant menu perfect for date night. Savor the bold yet balanced flavors of French cuisine on your date night with this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef and working together, you’ll prepare succulent pan-roasted chicken, pommes Anna with truffle oil...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Dim Sum Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience the art of dim sum making in this interactive class. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn how to make Dim Sum classics. Start by exploring the techniques of making dumplings—from forming to pleating—and master the art of crafting fluffy steamed buns filled with barbecued pork, among other...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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French Pastry Adventure
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come along for a delightful exploration of the flavors and techniques behind classic French pastries. Step into the world of French patisserie with this hands-on cooking class led by an expert chef instructor. Learn the art of crafting classic treats like Paris-Brest, indulgent caramels with French Grey Sea Salt and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Surf 'n Turf - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a romantic experience by learning how to craft a surf and turf feast. During this engaging cooking class, you and your partner will learn how to combine ingredients to make the perfect surf and turf feast. With the guidance of an expert chef, you'll create a multiple-course menu filled with flavor, from...
Verified Chef
Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Brunch Sweets and Street Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the art of donut-making with three global varieties of the morning pastry. Explore the delicious world of fried dough in this fun cooking class. During this hands-on, chef-led class, you’ll prepare French pâte à choux dough for classic beignets made famous in New Orleans. Then, craft rustic mixed berry...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Kids Cooking Series
Mini Bakeshop Adventure - Kids' Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Whisk up some fun! Give your young baker the ultimate sweet summer escape with this five-day hands-on cooking class challenge. They’ll measure, mix, bake and decorate while developing a new love for baking. From savory breads to sweet cupcakes, they’ll learn baking basics, kitchen safety and creativity, plus take...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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French Coastal Indulgence - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight in the refined tastes of French luxury during this exclusive date night cooking experience. Embark on a culinary journey to coastal France in this chef-led date night cooking class. Discover the art of properly searing scallops and crafting a super-creamy risotto. Conclude your evening with a delightful baked...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Teens Cooking Series
Bake Bold - Teens' Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Bake with pro-level skills! Elevate your baking game in this cooking class series designed for teens eager to master advanced techniques and make bakery-quality treats. From perfecting laminated dough to piping and fondant, each day offers new challenges guided by a chef instructor. Your teen will gain confidence and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Parisian Bistro Cuisine at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
From savory to sweet, create an elegant French menu using traditional methods and time-honored skills. Bring Paris to your kitchen as you master bistro favorites in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll poach eggs and emulsify vinaigrette for a classic frisée salad with smoky bacon lardons....
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Weeknight Italian Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor classic Italian dishes any day of the week with time-saving recipes. Bring bold Italian flavors to the table with ease with this hands-on cooking class that reinvents traditional dishes. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll master four recipes you can quickly prepare on weekdays. Create a pasta frittata with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Crusts, Cakes and Campfire Bars
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Indulge your sweet tooth with three iconic Americana treats. With this fun, hands-on cooking class, you'll master three iconic sweets that are perfect for outdoor entertaining. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll master flaky pie crusts as you bake a double-crust blueberry pie. Learn how to deep-fry funnel cakes coated...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Italian Pasta Fundamentals
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of Italian pasta-making with essential techniques and classic recipes in this class. Discover the secrets of authentic Italian pasta-making in this hands-on cooking class. Learn essential techniques from mixing and rolling dough to crafting pappardelle noodles and filling ravioli. Dive into classic...
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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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