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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A Rustic and Authentic Tuscan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Italian cooking with osso buco, polenta, broccolini and semifreddo with cherries. Take part in a cooking class where you will immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Tuscany, with a world-class chef who has mastered the skill of creating memorable dining experiences. You will discover a deep flavor through...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Perfect Pasta By Hand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the skills behind making fresh pasta. Learn to make fresh pasta from a five-star chef in this unforgettable cooking class. Start by preparing fresh pasta dough before using it to make pappardelle with bolognese. For the side dish, prepare roasted broccoli with shaved parmesan. End your class with olive oil...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Gourmet Romance – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight your special someone with an elegant fine dining experience. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll join an expert chef for a lesson in timeless gourmet cuisine. Your instructor will walk you through the process of preparing stunning pork Wellington accompanied by a colorful array of roasted seasonal...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Spanish Celebration With Every Bite
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to prepare seafood paella and traditional tapas in a festive Spanish-style class. Join a fun cooking class where you celebrate the history and identity of wonderful Spanish food traditions. Led by an expert chef who has perfected the art of delivering memorable culinary experiences, the class is designed to give...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Taste Bavaria - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Escape to romantic Bavaria with this exciting culinary experience. Treat your date to an unforgettable taste of Bavarian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic dishes from a five-star chef in a fun and flirty environment. Start with a fresh apple and fennel salad tossed with whole-grain...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seasonal Fall Baking Traditions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake seasonal treats including caramel apple tartlets and rich chocolate-cranberry brownies. This cooking class features the warm and comforting flavors of fall represented in three delicious baked goods. A 5-star chef will walk guests through the process of making buttery caramel apple tartlets, a rich chocolate and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Autumn-Inspired Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a pâtisserie pro and impress friends and family. Indulge in your favorite French sweets in this cooking class focused on sweet and crispy macarons. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare the perfect batter to pipe into ideal shells. Mix ingredients to blend in the fall flavors of hazelnut shells...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Hands-On Pasta Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to make fresh pasta paired with roasted broccoli and a sweet polenta cake. Participate in a cooking class that will literally bring Italian flavors alive in your own kitchen. This class, led by a highly-rated chef who is known for their authentic cooking style and friendly personality, emphasizes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Bites of Latin America
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook authentic South American cuisine in this exciting class. Explore the bold flavors of South American fare in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen under the instruction of a five-star chef. Start with zesty rajas con queso featuring grilled peppers and creamy cheese. Next,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Bold and Bavarian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook, laugh and learn together in a Bavarian feast filled with fall-inspired favorites. Experience a cooking class that gives you a taste of the true flavors of Bavaria through hands-on experience. Together with an esteemed chef, you will learn to prepare a refreshing apple and fennel salad with whole-grain mustard...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Sushi Roll Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make Japanese sushi rolls with your date. Dive into the fresh flavors of hand-rolled sushi in this romantic cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen like rolling sushi and cooking sushi rice under the instruction of a five-star chef. Prepare three different rolls, including a crispy shrimp tempura...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Bite-Sized Fall Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft delicious macarons and learn expert tips. Become a macaron master during this hands-on cooking class. What better way to spend an afternoon than making these bite-sized treats? You'll learn how to expertly prepare your batter before practicing your piping skills to achieve that classic macaron shape. Next comes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Requires Proof of Vaccine
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