Beginner Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Learn to create your favorite meals in a warm and welcoming environment provided by expert local chefs. There is a variety of classes from which to choose, whether your interest lies in international cuisine, local dishes or beyond. Take the intimidation out of cooking delicious meals and learn to create savory meals in your own home. Begin your culinary journey by booking a fun beginner cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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Italian Cooking Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn timeless techniques in this Italian cooking class. Celebrate the essentials of Italian cooking in this hands-on cooking class in North Bethesda. You’ll master spaghetti alla carbonara with creamy sauce and crisp pancetta, toss a refreshing shaved fennel and pear salad and prepare juicy chicken picatta with a...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Holiday
Baking Homemade Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the world of homemade croissants Join this cooking class to explore the delightful world of croissant-making and learn to craft these irresistible pastries from scratch. Participants will prepare savory croissants filled with roasted leeks and Gruyère cheese, as well as classic Pain au Chocolat. With guidance...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Chai Festive Dessert
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate fall flavors with a sweet baking class. Celebrate fall with a take-and-bake cooking class in McLean that ends with a pie you can enjoy at home. You’ll prepare a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie infused with warm spices and topped with a caramelized sugar crust. Chef Charles or one of the talented resident...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Thanksgiving
New Thanksgiving Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Impeccable knife skills lays the foundation for mastering culinary craftsmanship. Learn to make the best Thanksgiving meal of your life with this cooking class. Elevate your holiday cooking skills and impress your friends and family this season. Learn all about herb brining and the perfect roast. Whip up the perfect...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Culinary Secrets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect Thanksgiving with brined chicken, mashed potatoes, lump-free gravy, and pumpkin crème brûlée. Get ready for the biggest meal of the year with this cooking class, where you’ll master essential Thanksgiving techniques! Learn to perfect herb brining and roasting on chicken, skills that apply to any poultry...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Celebrate Autumn With Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delight in the art of autumn-inspired macaron making. Experience the joy of baking in this hands-on cooking class dedicated to autumn-inspired macarons. Participants will learn to make pecan pie and gingersnap macarons, filled with a rich pumpkin-brandy buttercream. Discover the techniques for crafting the perfect...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sharpen Your Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gain confidence in the kitchen as you master core knife skills in a guided class. Strengthen your foundation as a cook in this practical knife skills cooking class. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll practice chopping, slicing and dicing with accuracy while learning safe handling and maintenance. Designed for...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Holiday
Master Flaky Croissant
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to craft savory and chocolate croissants with expert techniques for perfect, flaky results. Step into a hands-on cooking class and discover the art of croissant-making. During this immersive three-hour session, you’ll create two types of croissants from scratch: savory ones filled with roasted leeks and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Holiday
Perfect Croissant Secrets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master croissant-making with savory fillings and classic pain au chocolat in this class. Embark on a delightful croissant-making adventure in this cooking class. Learn to craft two types of croissants from scratch in a three-hour, immersive experience. A chef instructor will guide you through creating flaky, buttery...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Traditional Indian Recipes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a hands-on journey through India’s culinary heritage. Join Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs in Alexandria for a cooking class that brings out the bold spirit of Indian cuisine. Begin with chicken tikka masala simmered in rich sauce with basmati rice, then prepare roasted eggplant brightened...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Create Restaurant-Quality Ramen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare rich, flavorful ramen from scratch and customize it with your favorite toppings. Create the ultimate comfort dish in this interactive ramen cooking class that proves perfection is within reach. Follow a skilled chef step by step as you prepare flavorful broth, hand-pulled noodles and an array of fresh...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Macarons for the Fall
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of the seasonally-themed confections. Come and celebrate the flavors of fall with this season-themed cooking class. The chef instructor will teach you how to make two delicious types of macarons: pecan pie and gingersnap, both filled with a decadent pumpkin-brandy buttercream. Learn to make the perfect...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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