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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Create Your Own Holiday Tamales
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wrap, steam and enjoy authentic tamales in this festive class. Discover the joy of holiday tamales in this hands-on cooking class in Dallas. Guided by Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll craft fresh masa and fill it with delicious combinations like shredded pork and green mole, plus cotija...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Delicious Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the skills required to make a variety of dim sum dishes in this session. You will learn to make delicious dim sum dishes in this hands-on and refreshing cooking class. Dim sum dishes are perfect for sampling and sharing tasty plates of food. An expert chef will show you how to make a variety of dim sum dishes...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Rustic Flavors of the Tuscan Countryside
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master a four-course Italian feast filled with traditional flavor and flair. Enjoy a taste of Italy’s countryside in this hands-on Tuscan cooking class. Guided by a passionate chef, you’ll cook through a menu of authentic recipes, from crisp tomato and olive crostini to tender steak and soft potato gnocchi coated...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Holiday Tamale Tradition
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to make delicious tamales from scratch. Discover the joy of holiday tamales in this hands-on cooking class in Southlake (Dallas). Guided by Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll craft fresh masa and fill it with delicious combinations like shredded pork and green mole, plus cotija...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Explore Classic Korean BBQ
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook up bold Korean BBQ and share the flavor with every bite. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in Dallas. Guided by Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes cooked in cast iron and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Holiday
Wholesome Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate Italian tradition with authentic handmade pasta. Celebrate the flavors of Italy in this gourmet pasta-making class in Dallas. With step-by-step instruction from Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll master classic pasta dough before creating two seasonal dishes: pappardelle with Tuscan...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Tuscan-Inspired Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a flavorful tour of Tuscany and discover incredible recipes. Learn how to prepare a four-course Tuscan feast with a cooking class that covers all the basics. You'll learn how to prep, prepare and serve your delicious meal with guidance from a top-rated chef. Start with a rich roasted tomato and olive crostini as...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Holiday
Vibrant Steakhouse Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make date night irresistible with this Italian cooking class. Celebrate love in this hands-on Italian steakhouse cooking class in Dallas. With expert guidance from Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare juicy grilled steaks topped with caramelized shallot sauce and learn the art of making...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Master Refined Korean BBQ
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Grill, taste and celebrate the festive flavors of Korea. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in Southlake (Dallas). Guided by Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes cooked in cast...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Holiday
Flavorful Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Roll, cut and craft vibrant holiday pasta by hand. Celebrate the flavors of Italy in this gourmet pasta-making class in Southlake (Dallas). With step-by-step instruction from Chef Michael or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll master classic pasta dough before creating two seasonal dishes: pappardelle with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Cook a Classic American Meal - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Turn family time into fun kitchen fun in this cooking class. Celebrate family time in the kitchen with this fun American classics cooking class in Dallas. With help from Chef Kate or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare crispy herb-crusted chicken tenders, whip up gooey extra cheesy mac and cheese and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Holiday
Bûche de Noël Holiday Dessert
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Your holiday table becomes a festive display with this fabulous traditional French confection. Bring a bit of traditional European charm to your holiday table with this in-person bake-and-take cooking class. Learn the professional-level method for baking a tender sponge, filled with mocha-flavored Italian buttercream...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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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.