Cooking Classes in the Washington, D.C. Region, DC
Best cooking classes in the Washington, D.C. Region for your next culinary journey.
The cooking classes offered in the Washington, D.C. area are unique and inspiring. Browse through the many cuisine offerings that are from all over the globe. Try your hand at preparing an old favorite, or opt for an international cuisine you've never even tasted before. No matter what you decide, you will learn something new. Go home with exciting new kitchen skills to show off to your family and friends. Try your cooking journey today!
CHEF’S PLACE
Colorful Heart Cookie Decorating - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn beginner-friendly icing skills perfect for all ages. Enjoy a family-friendly baking session in this fun cooking class in Alexandria. Guided by Chef Jailyn or a resident chef, you’ll make sugar cookie hearts, chocolate cookie hearts and royal icing for decorating. Everyone will get plenty of time to practice...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Ultimate Croissant Indulgence
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect your croissant-making skills with expert techniques! In this exciting cooking class, you'll master the art of crafting perfect croissants from scratch. Alongside an expert chef, you’ll make tasty bacon and Gruyère croissants and dark chocolate almond croissants while learning to master the essential...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Delightful Cookie Decorating - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create a set of decorated cookies with fun designs. Have fun decorating sweet treats together in this hands-on cooking class in North Bethesda. Learn how to make sugar cookie hearts and chocolate cookie hearts, then mix and use royal icing to decorate them with your own designs. Chef Paula or a resident chef will...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Cozy Cupid’s Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a luxurious meal perfect for a memorable night together. Share a memorable culinary experience in this fun cooking class in Alexandria. Guided by Chef Jailyn or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare a four-part menu featuring steak with herb truffle butter, lobster risotto, a burrata and winter...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Wellington for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enhance date night with a classic beef Wellington culinary class! Elevate date night with a luxurious feast in this exciting cooking class. You’ll learn expert tips to perfectly cook beef Wellington the French way, with tender green beans and fluffy mashed potatoes. Finish with a decadent salted caramel dark...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Make a Gourmet Cupid’s Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate your connection with an elevated cooking experience. Enjoy a romantic night in the kitchen in this hands-on cooking class in North Bethesda. Work side by side with your partner as you prepare pan-roasted steak with herb truffle butter, creamy lobster risotto, burrata with winter squash salad and shaved...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Classic Filled Pasta Workshop
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Explore authentic Italian cooking through hands-on pasta techniques. Jump into the rich, comforting flavors of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. A five-star chef will guide you through crafting authentic pasta and fillings in a fun, engaging setting. Begin with a roasted winter squash salad before...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sweet Valentine's Treats - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Craft flavorful treats for Valentine's Day with the family. In this family-friendly cooking class, make delicious sweet treats for Valentine's Day. With the help of an expert chef, you'll learn to transform fresh ingredients into desserts from scratch and decorate them for Valentine's Day. Plus, learn essential baking...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Whimsical Pasta
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn to master the art of ravioli-making with expert guidance and hands-on practice. Join this delightful cooking class focused on crafting flavorful pasta from scratch. Learn to make pumpkin ravioli al forno paired with a vibrant roasted winter squash salad. You’ll also receive a practical pasta toolkit to take...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Practical High-Heat Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master heat management to improve everyday cooking. Get comfortable working with high temperatures in this fun cooking class in Alexandria. Guided by Chef Jailyn or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a full menu featuring grilled radicchio salad, pan-seared strip steak, braised leeks with a poached egg and cinnamon ice...
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Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sushi Bar Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of sushi-making together! Master the art of sushi-making in this interactive cooking class. Create a shrimp tempura roll, a spicy tuna roll and an avocado and vegetable hand roll with perfectly steamed sushi rice. Pair your rolls with a tangy yuzu dipping sauce for a delicious finish. Register today and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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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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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.