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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Home Cooking, Havana Style
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a trip to Cuba without stepping foot off US soil with this dedicated class. If your palate pines for the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, this Cuban cooking class is sure to satisfy. Grill pork and enjoy it with lime marinated onions, tuck into tostones with a piquant mango-avocado salsa and savor some classic...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Elegance for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Led by an expert chef, you'll prepare an elegant four-course meal with your partner. Turn up the heat in the kitchen and create an unforgettable date night with this hands-on cooking class filled with flavor and laughter. You and your partner will master pan-roasted herb chicken with irresistibly crispy skin paired...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Beyond Cuban Sandwiches
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Taught by gourmet chefs, you'll prepare a four-course Cuban menu that'll make the weekly rotation. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll dive into the bold flavors of Cuba. Begin by grilling succulent pork, perfect for serving right away or transforming into mouth watering Cuban sandwiches the next day. Then, fry...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Flavors From the Old World
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Expand your culinary repertoire with Italy's most rustic recipes. A love letter to rustic Italian cuisine, this cooking class is perfect for those hoping to take their taste buds on a trip to the Mediterranean. Rustle together some chicken piccata with roasted garlic polenta, whip up a truffled asparagus al forno and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Sweet Wildflower Macarons For Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake pretty floral-shaped macarons for Mother's Day. With a focus on flowers, this cooking class will allow you to unleash your creative side as you learn how to make macarons just in time for Mother's Day. The expert chef will demonstrate how to create flower-shaped macarons and teach you how to make the...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Chicken Piccata to Butterscotch Budino
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master four timeless Italian dishes with this full immersive cooking feast. In this hands-on Italian cooking class, you'll perfect classic dishes like chicken piccata in a lemon caper cream sauce paired with creamy roasted garlic polenta and truffled asparagus al forno. For dessert, you'll learn how to create a rich,...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Taste Of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come Explore The Taste Of Thailand Cuisine With Classic Thai DIshes This one-of-a-kind cooking class will teach you how Thai food is about balancing various flavors but with a simple outlook. Try your hand at some simple and staple dishes of Thailand - Pad Thai, Crispy shrimp to go with a sweet chili sauce, and the...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Parisian Luxury - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in the elegance and charm of gourmet French cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, a world-class chef teaches you and your date fine dining techniques from traditional French cuisine. You’ll learn how to sear scallops with finesse and develop a luxurious beurre blanc sauce. Layer potatoes, gruyère and...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Journey Through The Tastes Of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Go on a culinary adventure exploring traditional Thai cuisine. In this fun Taste of Thailand cooking class, you'll get to explore the fascinating world of Thai flavors and ingredients while recreating some of your favorite Thai takeout meals. A five-star chef will guide you through the basic cooking techniques while...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Classics, Reimagined
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover a new side to French cuisine that's sure to please your palate. The flavors of your favorite Parisian bistro undergo some creative rethinking in this exciting French cooking class. Strip steak with whole grain mustard finds company on the plate with a haricots verts salad with shallot vinaigrette and sweet...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Cuban Dishes Made Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master classic Cuban flavors with this four-course menu you can prepare in advance. Unlock the flavors of Cuba in this hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn to prepare an unforgettable meal. Start with succulent grilled pork— perfect for serving fresh or turning into a mouthwatering Cuban sandwich the next day....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Roast Your Way to Flavor Perfection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master roasting techniques to create juicy pork chops, crispy potatoes and a decadent strawberry dessert. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll unlock the magic of roasting to deepen flavors and improve textures. Start with succulent, juicy pork chops topped with fresh pesto and the best rosemary potatoes roasted...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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