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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True Fine Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore bold flavors with a romantic touch. Make date night irresistible with a fine-dining cooking class. You’ll work alongside a top-rated chef to craft a swoon-worthy menu featuring bold flavors and a sprinkle of seasonal flair. From chile-crusted ribeye to a delightful arugula and almond salad topped with juicy...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Kids Cooking Series
World Kitchen: Kids’ Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Your foodie will become a confident cook as they explore international dishes like sushi. Designed for kids ages 7–11, this hands-on cooking class series introduces budding chefs to the delicious world of international cuisine. With guidance from a world-class chef, students will roll sushi, shape dumplings, fry...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Flavors of Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up a feast of Italian dishes sans pasta for a fresh, seasonal menu. Delve into the world of Italian cuisine with this chef-led cooking class. Skip the pasta and instead opt for grilling up a juicy pork chop, topped with a flavor-packed fresh green salsa made from garden herbs. Supreme citrus and slice fennel for...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Kids Cooking Series
Young Explorers - Kids' Summer Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Discover tasty dishes from around the world. Send your little one on a global food adventure! In this 5-day cooking class series, your child will explore cuisines from around the world with the guidance of an expert chef. From dumplings to empanadas and authentic Italian pasta, they’ll develop confidence, master...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Teens Cooking Series
Taste the World: Teen Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens will travel the world in five days, exploring international cuisines and traditional techniques. In this five-day teen cooking class series, students 12 and older explore international flavors while learning essential kitchen techniques. Guided by an expert chef, each day features a new global menu, from Italian...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sun-Soaked Tuscan - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a magical Italian feast with your favorite person. Channel the warmth of a summer night in Tuscany with your special someone during this hands-on, flavor-packed cooking class. Guided by a top-rated chef, you’ll learn how to marinate chicken with a bright rosemary-lemon blend, hand-roll soft, pillowy potato...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Teens Cooking Series
Taste Tour - Teens' Summer Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Explore flavors from every continent. Your foodie teen will love this cooking class adventure. Over five days, they’ll explore exciting dishes from around the world and master authentic techniques, flavors and traditions. From crafting spicy curries to rolling creative sushi, each class is a new journey. Guided by a...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Grilled Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your craving for outdoor cooking, minus the mosquitoes. Dive apron and skewer first into a flavor-packed summer menu with this grill season cooking class. Smoky aromas and summer produce will steal the spotlight as you prep a vibrant charred pepper, peach and feta salad, fire up juicy skirt steak with a...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Koreatown Heat
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a flavor-loaded Korean feast. This hands-on cooking class is your special invite to Koreatown, where fried chicken, sticky garlic glazes and marinated salads bring the flavor home. Then, fold pork and green onion dumplings like a pro, before mixing a chilled cucumber salad with scallions and toasted sesame for a...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Fired up Flavor
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Aprons on and grills hot for summertime cooking fun. This cooking class celebrates the best of grill season with smoky, flame-kissed bites from start to finish. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll perfect your technique for achieving the perfect char and balancing flavors, from peachy pepper salads to juicy skirt...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Regional Italian Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore distinct and versatile dishes from across the Italian peninsula This immersive cooking class showcases signature Italian flavors beyond the familiar pizzas and pasta dishes. Your chef instructor will guide you on a regional tour of Italy as you cook tender pork loin chops dressed with Italian salsa verde,...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Southeast Asia Flavor - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a love for bold flavors and good company. Your passport to Southeast Asia awaits in this hands-on, flavor-packed date night cooking class. You and your special someone will dive into vibrant ingredients, learning to roll, grill and strike that perfect balance of sweet, spicy and fresh. From spring rolls loaded...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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