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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Sunday Dinner on the French Riviera
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Led by expert chefs, you'll prepare an elegant four-course French menu with classic dishes. Master classic French favorites and expand your culinary skills with this fun hands-on cooking class. Prepare pan-roasted chicken in a rich white wine beurre blanc sauce, accompanied by a French lentil salad with creamy goat...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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The Italian Grill
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn from an expert chef how to prepare an Italian feast on the grill. Take your grilling skills to the next level with an Italian-inspired menu in this hands-on cooking class. Master grilled chicken diavola, perfectly spiced and smoky. Then, char tender asparagus with capers and lemon, bringing out deep flavors....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Al Fresco Italian Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a perfect al fresco Italian dinner with grilled chicken, fresh salads and sorbet. Bring your culinary skills to the next level in this Italian cooking class, where you will be guided by a five-star chef in preparing a delicious menu. Gain first-hand insights on perfecting your grilling skills as you prepare...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Hand-Rolled Sushi Masterclass
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delicious and colorful sushi rolls come together with ease in this class. Make your own sushi rolls with this chef-led class, working with the finest ingredients for a surprisingly easy meal. Practice knife skills as you slice thin pieces of ultra-fresh fish, then season up a pot of sticky rice and whisk together...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Pastries: Elegant Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master traditional pastry techniques and craft two delicious flavors of French macarons. Master the delicate French pastries made famous at Ladurée with this hands-on cooking class. Learn the delicate art of crafting gluten-free macarons in two decadent flavors: vanilla bean with mocha buttercream and blueberry...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Picture-Perfect French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect your macaron skills with expert guidance and irresistible flavors like blueberry cheesecake. Become a macaron expert in this cooking class. You will learn from an esteemed chef, baking techniques and the trick behind making the perfect crisp shell with a chewy interior. Prepare some of the most unique...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Italian Summer Grilling
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Guided by an expert chef, you'll prepare the ultimate Italian menu for summer. Fire up the grill and embrace the fresh flavors of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare grilled chicken diavola, a spicy and aromatic dish with perfectly charred skin. Then, grill asparagus with capers and lemon,...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Handmade Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Italian Pasta. Discover the art of pasta making in this exciting hands-on cooking class. Learn the ins and outs of making authentic fresh pasta from a top-notch professional chef. Master new skills in the kitchen such as mixing pasta dough, rolling and cutting noodles and sauteeing fresh sauces. Cook through a...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Pasta Revelry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A homemade pasta experience where you'll improve your skills and techniques. In this cooking class, you'll experience the joy that comes with making homemade pasta from scratch. An expert chef will teach you how to prepare two types of pasta dishes, entirely from scratch. You'll never go back to buying shop-bought...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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French Macaron Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the timeless French baking techniques to create elegant, melt-in-your-mouth macaron pastries. Master traditional macaron-making techniques and bake patisserie-worthy French pastries with this hands-on cooking class. Learn the delicate art of preparing gluten-free macarons, with their crisp shells and creamy...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Italian From Scratch - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Led by an expert chef, you'll work as a couple to prepare classic Italian dishes. Learn the foundations of Italian home cooking in this fully immersive cooking class. As a couple, you’ll craft homemade pasta dough into fresh fettuccine tossed with diced pancetta, tender artichokes and fragrant truffle oil. For your...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Authentic Italian Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join and create a romantic Italian dinner with steak tagliata, homemade pasta and panna cotta. Set the date night mood with this romantic cooking class, where you and your partner will discover the beauty of Italy through this menu. You’ll be guided by a top-rated chef and learn authentic recipes such as steak...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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