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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Cooking With French Quarter Soul
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Infuse your cooking with the joy of the French Quarter. Experience the taste of the French Quarter in this festive cooking class in Washington D.C.. Led by Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare shrimp étouffée with a deep, savory roux, red beans with andouille sausage and crisp...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Mastering Thai Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A variety of vibrant flavors from Thailand await you in this hands-on cooking class. Explore classic Thai ingredients over three courses in this engaging culinary experience, where you’ll learn how to balance sweet, salty, bitter, sour and spicy to create a harmonious dish. First, you'll roll crab spring rolls with...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Whip Up a Homestyle Family Style Mexican Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dive into flavorful comfort with every Mexican-inspired bite. Turn up the flavor in this fun Mexican cooking class in Washington D.C.. Join Chef Paula or one of the talented resident chefs to make fresh corn tortillas from scratch, then load them up with sizzling carne asada fajitas. You’ll also prepare guacamole,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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The Sweet Side of Pumpkin Season
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your fall desserts with pumpkin spice flair. Discover cozy fall treats in this hands-on cooking class in Washington D.C.. Craft spiced pumpkin ice cream, airy pumpkin soufflé and soft pumpkin donuts with tangy buttermilk glaze. You’ll also enjoy a bonus demo from Chef Jailyn or a talented resident chef on...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Homemade Pizzeria - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create Delicious Memories with mozzarella and pepperoni as a family. Create a home pizzeria with this cooking class that is fun for the entire family. Pizza is the food of families and you can learn to make your very own together. Make the dough from scratch, layer the toppings and bake to absolute cheesy perfection....
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Find Your Flavor in the French Quarter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Let bold New Orleans flavors inspire your kitchen creativity. Bring the soul of New Orleans to your plate in this fun cooking class in Washington D.C.. Join Chef Paula or one of the talented resident chefs to make classic shrimp étouffée, starting with a rich dark roux and layers of savory flavor. Then, cook red...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Cook French Inspired Comfort the Easy Way
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to slow down and cook the French comfort way. Warm up with a menu of French comfort food in this cooking class in Washington D.C.. With help from Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare roasted cauliflower soup, buttery green beans and a traditional chicken and sausage cassoulet. For...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Create a Tasty Family Style Mexican Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the art of balancing spice and comfort in Mexican cooking. Bring the party to your plate in this hands-on Mexican cooking class in Washington D.C.. Chef Scott or one of the talented resident chefs will teach you how to make homemade tortillas, juicy carne asada, street-style corn and classic guacamole. You’ll...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Autumn Pumpkin Desserts to Love
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dive into fall baking with donuts, ice cream and more. Embrace autumn flavors in this pumpkin-filled cooking class in Washington D.C.. You’ll make spiced pumpkin ice cream, a fluffy pumpkin soufflé and baked donuts with a rich buttermilk glaze. Plus, Chef Paula or a talented resident chef will guide you in blending...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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French Cooking Made Simple - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Turn shared cooking into a romantic French escape. Savor autumn with this romantic French date night cooking class in Washington D.C.. Led by Chef Jailyn or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll learn to sear steak to perfection, whip up a delicate hazelnut vinaigrette salad and build a creamy thyme gratin....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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A Culinary Journey to NOLA
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy hands-on fun with New Orleans-inspired comfort food. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Washington D.C.. Guided by Chef Scott, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies drizzled with honey...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Tuscan Surf ‘n’ Turf Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The best of land and sea combines in a delicious cooking session. Find out how cast iron cookware can help to unlock even more flavor in this practical cooking class. You’ll learn chef techniques for searing steak and making an effortlessly smooth seafood risotto. Plus, you’ll master the finer points of...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Requires Proof of Vaccine
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