Cooking Classes in the Washington, D.C. Region
Best Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C. 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!
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Fantastic French Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft French comfort food your way. This immersive cooking class brings all the wonderful flavor and charm of authentic French dining straight to your kitchen. You’ll learn how to whip up aromatic steamed mussels, a crisp frisée salad with delicate poached eggs and bacon lardons and a rich, silky chocolate mousse....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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A Provençal Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secrets behind regional French classics. Bring your appetite and your apron to this hands-on cooking class inspired by the sunny flavors of Southern France. Let your top-rated chef guide you as you pan-sear chicken breasts finished with a briny medley of capers, olives and roasted lemons. Then, explore the...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seaside French Bistro
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate French seaside flavors with top-rated guidance. Transport yourself to a cozy French bistro with this deliciously indulgent cooking class. Follow along as a five-star chef teaches you how to prepare fresh-caught steamed mussels paired with crispy, golden fries. Then, whip up a light frisée salad topped with...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Nostalgic Bakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Treat yourself to a nostalgic baking class packed with fairground favorites and gooey treats. Take a sugar-dusted trip down memory lane while whipping up timeless desserts during this hands-on cooking class. You’ll don your chef's hat to fry golden funnel cakes reminiscent of the fair, bake a buttery double crust...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Takeout Favorites - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn all about delicious East Asian cuisine with the entire family. Roll up your sleeves for homemade family fun in this all-ages cooking class. Together with a seasoned chef, you’ll explore the flavor-packed world of savory noodle dishes by mastering a perfectly saucy veggie-packed lo mein. Then, learn the...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Nostalgic Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft your very own treat-filled adventure from scratch. Feed your inner child with a cooking class that brings tasty fairground favorites to life! You'll step into your sweetest memories while frying crispy funnel cakes, dusted with powdered sugar, then move on to an irresistible double-crust blueberry pie that...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Fresh French Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate bright Provençal flavors with top-rated guidance. Whip up fresh, feel-good French flavors with a little finesse during this hands-on cooking class. You’ll sear grilled salmon topped with tangy lemon-dill butter, toss together a crisp apple and fennel salad with hazelnuts and cook tender green beans with a...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Takeout Reimagined - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn to make a selection of tantalizing Chinese dishes. Get the kids involved in a hands-on cooking class where vibrant East Asian flavors shine. Together, you'll prepare a tantalizing menu from scratch featuring stir-fried colorful veggie lo mein with just the right amount of sauce, savory chicken and chive...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Asian-Inspired Feast - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gather your loved ones for homemade dumplings and a zesty frozen treats. Serve up big flavors and even bigger fun for the whole crew with a family-friendly Chinese cooking class. With guidance from a top-rated chef, you’ll toss vibrant veggie lo mein, fold tantalizing chicken and chive dumplings with an incredible...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Great for Groups of 12-40
Mystery Box Challenge the Italian Way
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Collaborate and compete in a creative culinary showdown. This gourmet team building activity invites your team to test their creativity and teamwork in an exciting Italian mystery box cookoff. With Chef Greg guiding the way, collaboration and improvisation will be key to crafting a delicious multi-course...
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Chef Greg
Washington DC (Northeast)
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Fat Tuesday on Thursday
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Let the good times roll with this immersive Mardi Gras culinary celebration. This hands-on cooking class is an ode to Carnival, channeling the sights, smells and sounds of the season in New Orleans. Feel free to dress for the occasion with a mask or costume as you join Chef Shelley to create a feast of traditional...
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Essentials of French Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
From slow-braised dishes to delicate tarts, bring the flavors of France to your culinary repertoire. Discover the elegance of French cooking in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Tiffany. Perfect for food lovers, this class offers an introduction to classic techniques and flavors.
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Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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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
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