Cooking Classes in Plano
Best cooking classes in Plano for your next culinary journey.
Discover a thriving melting pot of international flavors with hands-on cooking classes in Plano. Just a short drive from Dallas, the Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas is sure to fire up your culinary creativity. Wherever you’re based in the city — exploring destination dining in Whiffletree, checking out the parks in King’s Ridge or watching balloons launch in Avignon Windhaven, you’ll find there are a multitude of local cooking sessions in Plano. Each one is overseen by a highly experienced, local chef who’ll guide you through creating a complete menu of international or local favorites while passing on useful tips to increase your kitchen skills. From vegan Tex Mex to handmade dumplings, cooking classes in Plano are truly world class.
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Learn Fine French Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get ready to impress friends with your exceptional French cooking skills In this cooking class, you will learn that simplicity creates flavor. You’ll be shown by the expert chef, how to pan-roast, caramelize and sauté fresh and seasonal ingredients. To conclude the meal, you will craft a classic French dessert made...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Create a Rustic French Fall Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create gourmet fall meals full of French charm and comfort. Celebrate fall flavors with a French twist in this cooking class in Dallas. Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through pan-searing chicken with rosemary and mushrooms, making gougères from scratch and preparing a salad with crisp...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Rustic Bread Baking Made Fun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the rhythm and technique of artisan bread baking. Bake your way through a trio of fresh breads in this immersive cooking class in Dallas. Join Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs to knead soft focaccia, shape pain d’epi and mini baguettes and toast crostini for a whipped ricotta and hot honey...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Craft a Memorable Spanish Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create deeply flavorful Spanish meals from scratch. Learn how to build a Spanish-style feast in this hands-on cooking class in Dallas. Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through making peppery chicken thighs, cheesy roasted potatoes, braised greens with chickpeas, queso fresco and caramel...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Design a Cozy French Autumn Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Impress with seasonal gourmet dishes made the French way. Get hands-on with French classics in this fall-themed cooking class in Dallas. With help from Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll sear chicken with rosemary and mushrooms, bake savory cheese puffs and toss a fresh apple salad with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Southern Comfort Food That Feels Like Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate classic Southern dishes with rich, satisfying flavors. Indulge in classic comfort food in this hearty cooking class in Dallas. Join Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs to make crispy chicken-fried steak smothered in rich red eye gravy. Then, roast broccoli with lemon and chili flakes for a...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Design an Epic Spanish Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring Spanish culture to life through hands-on cooking. Discover the flavors of Spain in this immersive cooking class in Dallas. With help from Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare chicken with piquillo pepper sauce, roasted potatoes with chorizo and Manchego and pimentón-braised kale...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Elegant French Meal for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate fall with rich French cuisine and timeless kitchen skills. Learn the fundamentals of French cuisine in this bistro-inspired cooking class in Dallas. Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs will show you how to emulsify vinaigrette, sear steak and reduce pan sauce like a pro. You’ll also make...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Explore the Best of Southern Comfort Food
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secrets behind iconic Southern comfort recipes. Treat yourself to Southern comfort in this cozy cooking class in Dallas. With guidance from Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare chicken-fried steak topped with homemade red eye gravy, zesty crispy broccoli and rich three-cheese...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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French Comfort for Fall Season - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bond over fall flavors and timeless French culinary traditions. Turn up the flavor on your next night out in this autumn-inspired French cooking class in Dallas. Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak, making a creamy potato gratin and building a colorful salad with toasted...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Cook an Elegant French Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Warm up your evenings with classic French flavors and fall inspiration. Step into the world of classic French cooking in this bistro-style class in Dallas. Join Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs to cook steak with a red wine reduction, truffle mashed potatoes and a bright salad with toasted hazelnuts....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Classic Chocolate Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Combine chocolate with macarons for a sweet treat to share In this 3-hour cooking class, a top chef will teach you the art of making these beautiful desserts from scratch. Try your hand at whipping meringue and mixing batter to create crisp shells packed with cocoa flavor. You’ll pipe in the decadent fillings to...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Plano
How much do cooking classes in Plano cost?
While cooking lessons usually cost between $59 and over $100 per person, this is only a guide. The final price can vary depending on a few factors, including the type of class you choose and the season in which you book it, with high-demand dates like Labor Day typically commanding higher prices. The number of people in your party will also have an impact on the price, since class prices are tiered based on group size.
To get a basic idea of cost, view the per-person starting price on your chosen experience page. Or, for more detailed assistance, why not reach out to our friendly and helpful Concierge team?
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Culinary classes are for absolutely everybody! That is, anybody with a passion for great food and the desire to learn to cook it. You don’t need lots of experience or fancy skills, either. Even if you’re new to the kitchen, you’ll find classes that cover the basics that no aspiring cook should be without. If you’re more advanced, you’ll also find classes that present the next foodie challenge you’re looking for.
These experiences are also great for life’s most special occasions. Whether it’s a birthday bash, an anniversary celebration or a team-building day, since everyone loves great food, everybody’s bound to get behind the chance to learn to cook it.
What should I expect during a typical class?
When you sign up for one of the city’s best cooking classes, you can expect everything to be provided for you. That includes the full list of ingredients and any equipment required to make your chosen dishes. In terms of the skills you can expect to learn, those really depend on which class you choose to take.
In all classes, you’ll have the chance to pick the brains of an expert chef, gaining fascinating insights into the time-honored traditions and cultures that shaped your chosen cuisine. You can also expect the chance to sit at the end of the session with your classmates, reflect on your learnings and enjoy a gourmet meal of your own making.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
This is largely dependent on the class you choose to take. For example, sushi-making classes will see you getting hands-on with the specialized equipment, traditional ingredients and time-honored techniques required to recreate your favorite sushi rolls. Similarly, pasta-making courses will involve making and rolling fresh pasta dough, filling it and simmering delicious sauces to pair with your creations.
In all cases, your chef will cover basics like knife skills, kitchen safety, ingredient preparation and even seasoning. This means that whatever your chosen cuisine, you’re guaranteed to end the class as a more accomplished and competent home cook than when you started.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Signing up for one of the city’s top cooking classes comes with a host of benefits. For one, you’ll get to learn from a renowned chef, picking their brains and gaining fascinating insights into food cultures from around the world. With their help, you’ll also learn to master impressive new kitchen skills and delicious new recipes which are sure to become the talk of your dinner party table.
Perhaps the greatest benefit, however, is sharing all of this with your closest foodie companions. Over the shared joy of great food and learning something new, you’ll forge unforgettable memories together that are sure to last long after the final plates have been cleared.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The first thing to say here is that there are cooking courses available for aspiring cooks of all experience levels. If you’re a beginner, you’ll find classes that cover foundational skills. If you’re more advanced and in search of a new culinary challenge, you’ll also find plenty of experiences that provide that, too.
All classes are led by renowned chefs just waiting to share their most closely-guarded culinary secrets. That means that whether you’re learning to roll authentic sushi, whip up Tuscan trattoria-worthy pasta or menu items from your favorite Parisian bistro, there’s nobody better suited to the job of teaching you.
Where do the classes take place?
Cooking experiences can take place wherever you’d like them to! If you’d like to learn right at the chef’s table, there are hosts across the city who love welcoming eager epicureans into their home kitchens. Just consult the map on your preferred experience page to see where the chef is located.
Alternatively, you could also host the class at your home or vacation rental. Provided that there is a clean, functional kitchen in place, plus enough space in which to conduct the class safely, your chef will gladly come to you. What’s more, they’ll bring all of the ingredients plus any specialized equipment required to make your chosen menu.
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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.