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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Crowd-Pleasing Pasta - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn to prepare a comforting family dinner featuring fresh homemade pasta In this hands-on cooking class, kids and parents work together to create a classic meal the whole family will love. Guided by the chef, you'll make pasta from scratch and help young cooks learn to simmer tomato sauce and mix up Caesar salads....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Summer Pasta Dishes - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Begin a journey into the world of pasta-making as a family through this cooking session. Have some quality time as a family through this fun and interactive cooking class, where you will learn to make succulent summer pasta dishes together. You will make a summer dinner, where pasta is the main dish. A highly-rated...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Teens Cooking Series
Teen Kitchen Skills Workshop
$299
Cooking Class
$299
This five-day summer series for teens explores cooking, baking and cake decorating. Teens ages 12 and up will slice, dice, knead and bake their way through four exciting days in this hands-on cooking class series. Led by a master chef, this summer workshop focuses on foundational cooking and baking skills, including...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Gourmet Steakhouse - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate modern steakhouse fare with classic techniques and global influences In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn chef secrets for creating unforgettable dishes. You'll practice essential techniques from grilling steak and cooking shrimp for an elegant surf and turf to crafting flavor-packed sauces and...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Modern and Fresh Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to create delicious and fresh food with your partner in this cooking session. In this cooking class, you will find out how to make a dinner with fresh ingredients from the land and the sea. This is a special cooking session as it is a date night, so it is the perfect opportunity to get to know someone through...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Churrasco Masterclass
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add a kick to your classic steak dinner with flavors from South of the border. Lean into the bold flavors of Latin cuisine to level up your steak dinner thanks to this chef-led cooking class. Discover the secret to a flavorful marinade and professional tips for the perfect sear, then mix up tangy chimichurri sauce and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Kids Cooking Series
Pro Bakers - Kids' Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Five days of sweet and savory wonders. Get your whisks up and aprons on for this five-day cooking class series for your little one! They’ll explore the joy of creating sweet and savory treats. With the help of an expert chef, they’ll learn how to mix muffin batter, shape pastries and decorate cupcakes, while...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Latin American Staples
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make signature dishes from Argentina to El Salvador This immersive cooking class celebrates the dynamic flavors of Latin American cuisines. You’ll prepare an Argentinean favorite, grilled steak with chimichurri sauce, and practice shaping and filling a beloved regional dish known as pupusas. Finally,...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Fresh Produce Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn peak-season produce into an incredible summer spread. This cooking class puts farmers market finds center stage in the most delicious way. You’ll kick things off with a juicy watermelon salad tossed with feta and mint, then whip up spaghetti with smoky bacon, sweet corn and cherry tomatoes. Then, you'll grill...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Teens Cooking Series
Ambitious Chef - Teen Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Bold recipes for curious teens. For teens dreaming of professional cooking, this five-day cooking class series will get them crafting exciting restaurant-style recipes. From handmade pasta and gourmet sauces to fancy desserts and global dishes, a chef instructor will guide them to build confidence and express their...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Fresh Farmers Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft an inspiring summer menu using fresh produce. During this immersive cooking class, you’ll turn fresh farmers market finds into a dreamy summer menu. With a world-class chef guiding you, you’ll craft a juicy watermelon salad with feta and mint, toss spaghetti with smoky bacon, sweet corn and cherry tomatoes...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Discover Homemade Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gourmet Cuisine Join us for an exciting dim sum cooking class. Learn to create delicate hand-formed dumplings from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as stuffing dumplings and making an authentic dipping sauce from scratch. Cook a multi-course menu including...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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