Beginner Cooking Classes in DC
Feeling the itch to cook but need to learn a few techniques? Beginner cooking classes in DC are designed for those who seek the knowledge to create an unbelievable dish but just do not know where to start. From basic knife skills to discovering various spices, your chef instructor is ready to give you the information you need to succeed. Each class will leave new chefs with the skills to make a dish full of flavor and precision.
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Seasonal Fall Baking Traditions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake seasonal treats including caramel apple tartlets and rich chocolate-cranberry brownies. This cooking class features the warm and comforting flavors of fall represented in three delicious baked goods. A 5-star chef will walk guests through the process of making buttery caramel apple tartlets, a rich chocolate and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Perfect Pasta By Hand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the skills behind making fresh pasta. Learn to make fresh pasta from a five-star chef in this unforgettable cooking class. Start by preparing fresh pasta dough before using it to make pappardelle with bolognese. For the side dish, prepare roasted broccoli with shaved parmesan. End your class with olive oil...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Taste Bavaria - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Escape to romantic Bavaria with this exciting culinary experience. Treat your date to an unforgettable taste of Bavarian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic dishes from a five-star chef in a fun and flirty environment. Start with a fresh apple and fennel salad tossed with whole-grain...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Hands-On Pasta Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to make fresh pasta paired with roasted broccoli and a sweet polenta cake. Participate in a cooking class that will literally bring Italian flavors alive in your own kitchen. This class, led by a highly-rated chef who is known for their authentic cooking style and friendly personality, emphasizes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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From Dough to Dolce
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a three-course Italian meal with handmade pasta and tender polenta cake. In this hands-on Italian cooking class, you’ll prepare a traditional feast to warm the soul. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll knead, roll and cut fresh pasta dough into pappardelle topped with a hearty Bolognese sauce. Then, roasted...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Bold and Bavarian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook, laugh and learn together in a Bavarian feast filled with fall-inspired favorites. Experience a cooking class that gives you a taste of the true flavors of Bavaria through hands-on experience. Together with an esteemed chef, you will learn to prepare a refreshing apple and fennel salad with whole-grain mustard...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Traditional German Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Uncover the joy of German comfort food in this hands-on date night class. This fabulous cooking class allows you to engage in a romantic culinary adventure with a 5-star chef. Guests will learn the secrets behind preparing this unforgettable meal while mastering skills and techniques in the kitchen. The scrumptious...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Autumn-Inspired Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a pâtisserie pro and impress friends and family. Indulge in your favorite French sweets in this cooking class focused on sweet and crispy macarons. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare the perfect batter to pipe into ideal shells. Mix ingredients to blend in the fall flavors of hazelnut shells...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seasonal Macaron Duo
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join an expert chef for an in-depth lesson in making classic macarons. This comprehensive cooking class covers essential techniques for making traditional macarons inspired by the signature flavors of the season. Guided by the chef, you’ll make elegant macarons in two inviting flavors. Learn methods for creating the...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Bite-Sized Fall Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft delicious macarons and learn expert tips. Become a macaron master during this hands-on cooking class. What better way to spend an afternoon than making these bite-sized treats? You'll learn how to expertly prepare your batter before practicing your piping skills to achieve that classic macaron shape. Next comes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Bites of Latin America
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook authentic South American cuisine in this exciting class. Explore the bold flavors of South American fare in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen under the instruction of a five-star chef. Start with zesty rajas con queso featuring grilled peppers and creamy cheese. Next,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Sushi Roll Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make Japanese sushi rolls with your date. Dive into the fresh flavors of hand-rolled sushi in this romantic cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen like rolling sushi and cooking sushi rice under the instruction of a five-star chef. Prepare three different rolls, including a crispy shrimp tempura...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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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
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