Washington, D.C.
5.0
(23 reviews)

Chef Laura

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Chef Laura
Verified chef
23 Reviews
Chef Laura grew up in a food-industry Italian family in Pennsylvania, and attended Penn State before working as an accountant in Washington D.C. In 2008, she traveled to Italy to learn classic pasta making, and was hooked. Shortly thereafter, Chef Laura attended L'Academie de Cuisine where she learned French cooking methods, and in 2009 she began working as a personal chef. Chef Laura enjoys teaching proper cooking techniques rather than particular recipes.
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Spanish Flavor Extravanganza

$159
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$159
From paella and tapas to traditional flan, step into the world of Spanish cuisine. Explore the vibrant colors and bold flavors of authentic Spanish cuisine in this cooking class. Working alongside a gourmet chef, you'll master traditional techniques and learn local culinary skills using fresh ingredients. Begin...
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Decadent New Year - Date Night

$99
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$99
Get the new year off to a deliciously romantic start. Kiss 2024 goodbye in gourmet style with this date night cooking class as your New Year's Eve party plans. You expert host has planned an exceptional lesson in upscale food craft, with dynamite dishes like steak au poivre, truffle pommes puree and dark chocolate...
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Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls

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$115
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Savor luxury surf and turf inspired menu with a refined touch of five-star Chef Vasily. For a seasonal inspired twist on American fusion cuisine book an exclusive private chef meal. A five-star Chef Vasily will prepare a gourmet feast for you and your cherished ones to indulge in. Your culinary journey begins...
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Sip and savor the best bites and beverages as you explore the neighborhood of Georgetown. Elevate your Georgetown food tour with an upgraded drinks package featuring locally crafted kombucha, seasonal cocktails and refreshing local beer. This enhanced experience perfectly pairs history, flavor and signature D.C....
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A Taste of Washington, D.C.

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Find fantastic gourmet flavor waiting around every corner in the historic heart of the U.S. Explore Washington, D.C.’s rich history and vibrant culinary scene on a food tour that blends iconic sights with classic local flavors. Discover how Georgetown’s storied past and evolving tastes come alive through every...
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Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

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Awaken your senses with the bold spices of Indian cuisine, mastering four traditional dishes. Discover the cardamom and saffron-infused flavors of Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a five-star chef, you’ll master a traditional meal featuring samosas, butter chicken, basmati rice and chai ice...
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Mushroom Lovers Menu

$95
Cooking Class
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Find out everything you've always wanted to know about mushroom but were afraid to ask! Celebrate the mushroom with Chef Laura as your guide! In this hands-on cooking class you'll learn the best way to clean them, cook them and a few insider tricks to sealing in flavor in the process. A few of the recipes you'll...
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5.0
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Cutting Edge Knife Skills for 2

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Learn how to slice and dice like a professional with Chef Laura. Sharpen your knife skill as you prepare three courses completely from scratch! Chef Laura will teach you and your partner basic knife skills that you'll hone as you chop ingredients for two inventive salads that can be easily recreated at home. Begin...
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5.0
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Sauces for Seafood and Poultry for 2

$175
Cooking Class
$175
Discover the secrets of simple sauces in this indulgent class with Chef Laura. Relax with a friend or partner as Chef Laura expertly demystifies deglazing, showing you how to make easy one-pan sauces and how to modify them easily to suit every occasion. Begin by making succulent pan-seared scallops paired with a...
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Chef Laura
5.0
23 Reviews
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Chef Laura's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 23 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Laura

Erin F.

Erin

01/17/20
What a fun night! Chef Laura was an excellent teacher and host. We honed our knife skills chopping up veggies for the soup, stuffed mushrooms, and sauce. We learned all about different types of mushrooms and how to clean and cook them. So many things to learn! And in the end, the meal was delicious and we had plenty of leftovers to take home along with the recipes. (My mother-in-law was also pleased that she and Chef Laura attended the same university... LOL.)
01/17/20
Andrew R.

Andrew

09/16/19
Chef Laura was a wonderful host. We learned a ton that we could use beyond the class, and the food was delicious. Big fun.
09/16/19
Clio G.

Clio

09/16/19
We loved Chef Laura’s mushroom lovers class. The food was delicious and we learned great tips and tricks (including some useful knife skills). She printed the recipes out for us at the end so we could recreate the meal. Chef Laura was kind, encouraging, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
09/16/19