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
Italian American Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform traditional recipes into modern comfort food favorites. This cooking class highlights Chicken Milanese, where you’ll learn essential techniques for frying chicken to perfection. You will also prepare an arugula salad dressed in lemon-Parmesan vinaigrette, enhancing your dish with fresh flavors. Explore how...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Wine Country Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore wine country flavors through elegant, hands-on cooking. Explore the iconic flavors of wine country in this immersive hands-on cooking class. A five-star chef will guide you through preparing elegant dishes, beginning with a baby spinach and roasted beet salad with goat cheese and hazelnut vinaigrette. Continue...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Classic High-Heat Cooking for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook through a guided menu designed to teach heat mastery. Build your confidence with high-heat cooking in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Practice grilling radicchio for a smoky salad with beets and oranges, pan-searing strip steak with shallot and herb compound butter and braising leeks topped with a poached...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Pasta in Tuscany - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a decadent meal with Tuscan influence for a memorable experience. Savor the romance of Tuscan cuisine with this chef-led cooking class. Master a range of culinary skills as you craft traditional dishes both savory and sweet. Combine eggs and flour for tender homemade pasta, then chop, simmer and reduce herbs...
Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Taste of Tuscany - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy the tastes of the Tuscany with your special someone. Treat yourself and your loved one to a classic dinner date, Tuscan-style, in this romantic cooking class. Together you will learn how to create a mouth-watering Tuscan feast, handmade with love, of course. A top chef will show you how to craft traditional...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant Chocolate Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create decadent chocolate treats using reliable, practical methods. Make a trio of chocolate desserts in this fun cooking class in Alexandria. Guided by Chef Jailyn or a resident chef, you’ll create a chocolate tart, chocolate-dipped truffles and triple chocolate brownies. Along the way, you’ll learn practical...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Elegant Parisian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore classic French cooking perfect for a dreamy date night. Enjoy a magnifique date-night experience in this hands-on French cooking class. A skilled chef will teach you how to craft an authentic Parisian meal, featuring coq au vin and a seasonal winter green salad with candied bacon and blue cheese. For dessert,...
Verified Chef
Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make Elegant New Orleans Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make New Orleans–style desserts from start to finish. Experience the joy of New Orleans baking in this interactive cooking class in Arlington. With guidance from Chef Scott or a resident chef, you’ll prepare traditional mini king cakes, rich pecan pralines and light, golden beignets. You’ll learn key...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Make Wholesome New Orleans Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create sweet Southern classics that highlight texture and flavor. Enjoy a taste of Louisiana in this fun cooking class in North Bethesda. Guided by Chef Paula or a resident chef, you’ll make three classic desserts: mini king cakes, pecan pralines and sugar-dusted beignets. You’ll gain hands-on experience with...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic French Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore elegant French cooking through fun, guided techniques. Discover the vibrant flavors of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Work alongside a skilled professional chef as you craft a classic salade verte with a perfectly balanced vinaigrette. Continue by preparing steak au poivre with a flamed...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Classic Croissant Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of crafting buttery, flaky croissants from scratch. Join this hands-on croissant class and learn how to create perfectly flaky, buttery pastries from scratch. Under the guidance of a skilled chef, master classic croissant dough before crafting savory bacon and Gruyère croissants and rich dark chocolate...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Flavorful Indian Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence preparing a complete Indian-inspired menu. Experience authentic Indian recipes through approachable, step-by-step instruction. Discover the power of spices in transforming everyday ingredients. Prepare fresh flatbreads and cook chicken tikka masala and spiced shrimp for a flavorful...
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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:
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.