Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Best Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C. for your next culinary journey
Explore cooking classes in Washington D.C. that bring food lovers together with world-class chefs in the nation’s capital. Since 2014, these experiences on Cozymeal have earned recognition in outlets like USA Today and Good Housekeeping and built trust with tens of thousands of 5-star reviews. Available across 200+ cities, experiences on Cozymeal combines national reach with local flavor. Guests can explore Chesapeake-inspired seafood, Southern comfort favorites, handmade pasta, sushi making and refined French pastries, with options perfect for date nights, team events or celebrations. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free menus ensure every lifestyle is included. Whether you're located in Arlington, Alexandria or Bethesda, you get to enjoy vibrant local flavors and worldwide culinary techniques by booking the best cooking classes in Washington D.C. today.
CHEF’S PLACE
Dessert Perfection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create stunning French desserts. Unleash your inner pastry chef with a French dessert cooking class. You'll create a glorious tarte tatin with caramelized apples, a fluffy soufflé with crème anglaise and more. An expert chef will guide you along the way with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. You don't have...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Creative Dumpling Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gain practical experience creating dumplings from start to finish. Learn the basics of dumpling making in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Practice shaping and cooking three classic styles: steamed dumplings, boiled wontons for soup and pan-fried gyoza. You’ll also prepare simple dipping sauces to pair with...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Refined Italian Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn classic Italian recipes into high-end cuisine with tips from an expert chef. This gourmet cooking class enhances traditional Tuscan ingredients and techniques with modern finesse. Guided by the chef, you’ll develop decadent chianti pan sauce to serve with strip steak, use classic methods to prepare pillowy...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
French Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Pastry's of France. Dive into the decadent world of French desserts in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to create delicate pastries and elaborate desserts from a five-star professional chef. Gain new skills in the kitchen such as whipping cream, mixing batters and decorating exquisite treats with piped details....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
Comfy Creations For Winter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Sweet enjoyment awaits in this session centered on satisfying bakes. Warm your house and your table with the tempting treats in this interactive cooking class. Add gooey treats like sticky toffee pudding and brown butter chocolate skillet cookie to your usual baking rotation and discover the simple pleasures of...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Wine Country Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create refined dishes inspired by wine country traditions. Savor the culinary elegance of wine country in this chef-led cooking class. Begin with a fresh spinach and roasted beets salad paired with goat cheese and a nutty vinaigrette. Move on to a perfectly cooked filet with red wine–shallot sauce, rosemary potatoes...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make a Festive Mexican Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master a full Mexican menu that blends spice, comfort and tradition. Dive into authentic Mexican cuisine in this fun cooking class in Arlington. With hands-on guidance from Chef Scott or a resident chef, you’ll master birria tacos with fresh tortillas, tamales with pasilla sauce and a spiced chocolate ancho chile...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make a Delicious Mexican Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create Mexican dishes that highlight timeless techniques and bold ingredients. Experience the flavors of Mexico in this hands-on cooking class in North Bethesda. Learn how to make authentic birria tacos with homemade corn tortillas, corn and poblano tamales with pasilla sauce and a decadent chocolate ancho chile cake....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
A Bite of Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
From the delicate to the dynamic, every flavor in this menu is a mouthwatering revelation. No options are left off the table in a rich cooking class loaded with Italian specialties. Learn from a legendary local chef while searing strip steak to perfection, craftng tender potato gnocchi, assembling a vibrant green...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Festive Chocolate Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy mastering chocolate dessert techniques in a fun, immersive setting. Learn essential chocolate dessert skills in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Make a smooth chocolate tart, dip and decorate chocolate truffles and bake triple chocolate brownies with the ideal texture. Chef Charles or a resident chef will...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Cozy Bakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create comforting desserts to warm the soul even on the chilliest nights. This baking-focused cooking class features beloved desserts that have withstood the test of time. With each recipe, you’ll improve your baking skills from making sponges and sauces for sticky toffee pudding to infusing flavor into every bite...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Baking in the Winter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake some cozy winter foods in this cooking class. Learn how to bake some delicious goods in this baking in the winter cooking class led by a master chef. You'll learn how to bake mouthwatering and decadent desserts like a sticky toffee pudding and make a brown butter chocolate cookie in a skillet. You will also make...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Washington, D.C.
How much do cooking classes in Washington, D.C. cost?
Cooking class costs vary by chef, menu and event. You can find starting prices shown on the courses displayed on this page, though final class prices are determined using a tiering structure based on the number of guests in your group, as well as any applicable fees or other add-ins that might be part of your chosen class. Usually, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
These experiences are great for any foodie that wants to have a good time with friends, family or colleagues. Cooking classes are an exciting way for beginning cooks to learn the basics, as well as a platform for intermediate and advanced chefs to sharpen their skills. There are courses specially made for kids, teens and families that focus on the fundamentals of food prep. And with dedicated sessions that help make memorable team building moments, romantic date night opportunities and birthday celebrations, you'll find cooking classes that add delicious spark to any festive occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
You can expect to create great memories and have a fun time with the people you care about most. The best cooking classes offer a laid-back, encouraging environment in every session, with confident instruction from a first-rate local chef. All ingredients and tools required to create the menu featured in the course are provided. You'll share the kitchen with other aspiring cooks on similar culinary journeys, creating a sense of community and camaraderie that infuses the best cooking classes in Washington, DC with fun energy. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the finished dishes with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
The skills you'll master in these cooking courses run the gamut from basic knife work to contemporary cake decorating. Practice heritage pasta making, learn to prepare rustic breads from scratch or discover the proper way to grill a variety of meats and vegetables. All cooking lessons include a series of smaller lessons on topics such as efficient use of kitchen tools, preferred plating methods and crafting garnishes to add the perfect finishing touches to your meal.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
These cooking classes will strengthen relationships with your friends, family, or colleagues and result in an incredible experience you will never forget. Learning to create a masterful menu is just the beginning of the benefits you'll reap from taking cooking classes in the city. You'll also hone your confidence in the kitchen, work with some of the best chefs in town and meet a host of other cooks from neighborhoods like Logan Circle and Georgetown who share your curiosity for food prep. From gathering new recipes to show off to friends and family to developing a sense of ease and joy while cooking, there's something to savor every step of the way.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Top cooking classes in Washington D.C. cover international cuisines like Italian and French, as well as domestic favorites like steakhouse and Southern BBQ. You'll find sessions in sushi making, rustic bread baking, pasta making, cake decorating and other specialty techniques as well. With seasonal culinary classes in preparing holiday feasts, you can create menus that capture the flavors of the moment.
Where do the classes take place?
Cooking classes in Minneapolis can take place at the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. If you choose an experience where you bring one of the city’s best chefs to your home for a gourmet event with friends or family, that chef will provide all the equipment and ingredients needed for a great class. Classes can also take place at your work for memorable team building moments with colleagues. From bistro courses in Powderhorn to steak dinner classes in Loring Park, every listing shares a map and venue image to help you plan.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Washington, D.C.
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.