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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France's Coastal Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the culinary scene of coastal France. Dive into the culinary techniques of coastal cuisine with this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips and techniques as you learn how to slice and prepare seafood for a classic bouillabaisse. You'll also work with fresh vegetables to put together a...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Timeless Donut Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn expert techniques to make delicious fresh donuts from scratch. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll discover how to make delicious donuts like a pro. A top-rated chef will teach you how to fry, fill and glaze, experimenting with different donut varieties and flavors. Regardless of your level, you'll gain...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Pizza Night Trio
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Add an extra touch of flavor to the next pizza night. Join a gourmet chef for this cooking class inspired by everyone's favorite Italian menu item. You'll start by making homemade dough. Next, add toppings to a carbonara-style pizza and make fennel, sausage and kalamata olive calzones. You'll also prepare a grilled...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Thai Cuisine for Couples - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share your love of Thai cuisine with your significant other. This cooking class explores the fresh and unique flavors of traditional Thai cuisine. Led by a gourmet chef, you and your sweetie will master authentic cooking techniques for preparing the perfect pad Thai. You'll practice steaming jasmine rice and making a...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Bold Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to grill classic Italian recipes in fun and engaging culinary sessions. Led by a world-class chef, this cooking class explores essential techniques for grilling delicious recipes. Begin with a bold grilled chicken diavola with a side of grilled asparagus with capers and lemons. You'll learn how to grill...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Flavorful Dim Sum Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the flavors of traditional Dim Sum feast as you make its iconic dishes. In this engaging hands-on cooking class, you'll master the art of crafting delectable Dim Sum dishes from scratch. Originating from the Cantonese phrase meaning 'touch the heart,' Dim Sum embodies the essence of blending diverse flavors to...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Baking Festive Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Ignite their creativity in the kitchen with a sweet cupcake decorating workshop. In this hands-on, family-friendly cooking class, you’ll create your very own batch of festive fireworks cupcakes to bring home. A skilled pastry chef will guide you and the kids through making the perfect cupcakes from scratch and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Authentic Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make a well-rounded menu inspired in the best flavors of India. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll focus on exploring the rich flavors of Indian cuisine. An expert instructor will introduce you to the key ingredients and spices that make Indian cuisine unique. From mastering the basics to refining techniques,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Taste of Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a luxury menu with steak and galettes during this fun date night culinary experience. With this hands-on cooking class, you’ll savor the night with your favorite person as you prepare a luxurious four-course menu together. You’ll master chile-crusted ribeye steak with parsley-cilantro oil paired with sweet...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Culinary Color
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring color and flavor to the dining table. Learn how to infuse herbs, spices and garden-fresh ingredients into delicious recipes in this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips for preparing rainbow peppercorn steak and whisking a mushroom-cognac pan sauce. Slice and toss heirloom tomatoes and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Char and Smoke: A Grilling Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to create perfect char marks and smoky flavor in this grilling class. Experience the magic of fire-roasted flavor in this seasonal cooking class. With guidance from a master chef, you’ll create a sweet-and-savory grilled peach and pepper salad, then sear and smoke skirt steak like a pro with a bright...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Sushi Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of making sushi in this engaging and easy workshop. Join this hands-on cooking class focused on sushi making. A top-rated chef will cover all the essentials — from selecting the freshest fish to seasoning and rolling — you'll learn all the techniques. You'll be able to sample your creations,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Dallas
Plano
Historic Plano provides Texans in the Dallas area with an exciting expansion of their epicurean pursuits. Expert-led cooking classes in Plano bring fantastic new flavors to the dining lives of home cooks throughout the region.
Carrollton
The sweet suburb of Carrollton is a prime location for leaving the busy city buzz of Dallas behind for an easier pace. With cooking classes in Carrollton as part of the dining scene, aspiring chefs have creative solutions that offer fabulous handmade flavor.
Irving
Creative energy from a vibrant art scene gives Irving a character unlike any Dallas region. This includes bringing imaginative cuisine to your regimen while working with world-class chefs in top-notch cooking classes in Irving.
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Dallas
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.