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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Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Chai Holiday Dessert
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Savor pumpkin spice flavors in this sweet class. Celebrate fall with a take-and-bake cooking class in North Bethesda 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 Paula or one of the talented...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Cook Traditional Italian Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of Italian cooking in this hands-on class. Join Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs in Alexandria for a cooking class celebrating the flavors of Italy. You’ll create a pescatarian-friendly menu starting with Tuscan garlic shrimp in a creamy sauce, paired with Parmesan polenta and...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Holiday
Bake a Festive Yule Log
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master elegant French pastry skills to create a stunning bûche de Noël. Design a show-stopping holiday dessert in this festive bûche de Noël cooking class. Guided by an expert chef, bake a soft sponge cake, roll it into a perfect roulade and cover it with rich mocha buttercream. Decorate your creation with...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Sharpen Your Knifing Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
This course is your chance to hone a suite of fundamental kitchen cutting abilities. Learn to use your sharpest utensils with ease and confidence in this helpful hands-on cooking class. Your expert instructor will demonstrate effective positioning and handling of various knives while explaining specialty techniques....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Mastering the art of Ramen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make an authentic Ramen from scratch using fresh ingredients. After this engaging cooking class, you'll never want to eat store-bought ramen again. With the guidance of a top-rated chef, you'll learn the techniques of making ramen noodles from scratch. You'll experiment with different flavors and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Make Traditional Holiday Tamales
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make flavorful tamales this holiday season. Join Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs in Alexandria for a holiday-inspired cooking class celebrating the tradition of tamales. You’ll prepare fresh masa and fill it with classic flavors such as shredded pork with green mole and cotija cheese, corn...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Discover the Elegance of French Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Timeless recipes come together for a meal full of comfort and flavor. Elevate your home cooking in this hands-on class featuring timeless French dishes. Learn essential techniques with help from a professional chef as you make rich French onion soup, perfectly pan-roasted chicken, bright French beans tossed in lemon...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Holiday
Rustic French Classics From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up authentic French favorites that impress every guest. Join Chef Scott or one of the talented resident chefs in Arlington for a gourmet French cooking class designed to blend savory comfort and sweet indulgence. Create a festive menu of coq au vin blanc, pommes aligot and roasted asparagus in tarragon brown...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Holiday
Cozy French Classics From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up flavorful French favorites that impress every guest. Celebrate timeless French flavors in this hands-on cooking class in North Bethesda. Guided by Chef Paula or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare coq au vin blanc with tender chicken and white wine, pommes aligot with creamy potatoes and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Flavorful Korean BBQ
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fire up the grill and savor flavorful Korean BBQ flavors. Join Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs in Alexandria for a Korean BBQ cooking class full of flavors and hands-on fun. You’ll craft a vibrant menu featuring grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, savory cast iron scallion pancakes and stir-fried...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Timeless Italian Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor indulgent Italian recipes that capture the heart of Italy. Savor the best of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Learn to prepare creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp served over Parmesan polenta and balance the richness with roasted broccolini enhanced by garlic and lemon. For dessert, you’ll...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Make Delicious Italian Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook, taste and enjoy hearty Italian dishes crafted by you. Join Chef Scott or one of the talented resident chefs in Arlington for a cooking class celebrating the flavors of Italy. You’ll create a pescatarian-friendly menu starting with Tuscan garlic shrimp in a creamy sauce, paired with Parmesan polenta and roasted...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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