Cooking Classes in Dallas
Best Cooking Classes in Dallas for your next culinary journey
Discover the bold flavors of the Big D with cooking classes in Dallas, where Southern charm meets global cuisine. Learn to create hearty Texas chili, bake sweet pecan pie or master a tender brisket. Expand your skills with Mediterranean mezze, handmade Italian pasta or delicate French pastries. These engaging cooking lessons, guided by expert five-star chefs, highlight Dallas’s dynamic food scene while offering hands-on techniques to sharpen your cooking skills. Located just a short drive from Fort Worth, Irving or Plano, these culinary classes are are well worth the trip and perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or exploring international dishes, culinary lessons in Dallas provide an unforgettable opportunity to savor, create and share hearty flavors with your loved ones. Reserve your spot in cooking courses today and discover the vibrant flavors of Dallas!
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Crafting Fine French Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A trio of charming patisserie classics give your baking routine a touch of class. Bakers intrigued by the spirit of French pastrymaking will adore the recipes in this hands-on cooking class. Enjoy a step-by-step lesson from a first-rate chef while making chewy fleur de sel caramels, bake crispy palmiers topped with...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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French Bistro Favorites for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create beloved French favorites in this cooking class. Learn to craft a fragrant and flavorful French bistro meal in this cooking class led by a master chef. Begin with pan-roasting tender chicken in a rich cognac sauce and a hearty French onion soup. Add a side of green beans tossed in lemon vinaigrette, and...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Croissant Artistry
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add delicious new layers to your usual home baking regimen. This exciting cooking class celebrating the traditions of French croissants is your introduction to authentic boulangerie baking with a handmade touch. Learn to prepare perfectly laminated dough loaded with rich butter and transform it into a duo of delicious...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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New Orleans Medley
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Jazz up your usual selections with this authentic Southern array. Jubilant flavors from the heart of America fill the menu in this hands-on cooking class. With patient instruction from your gifted teacher, you'll prepare crispy popcorn shrimp with a spicy Bloody Mary aioli sauce, gumbo flavored with chicken and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Italian American Comfort Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a mix of comforting Italian and American dishes in this engaging cooking class. Learn to create Italian American classics in this immersive cooking class. Make chicken Milanese with arugula salad, gnocchi in creamy tomato basil sauce, and chocolate espresso Italian donuts for...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Wholesome Cookie Decorating - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn to mix icing and apply it with confidence. Create colorful cookie designs in this interactive cooking class in Southlake (Dallas). With help from Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll bake heart-shaped sugar and chocolate cookies and practice piping royal icing for clean lines and fun details. This cooking...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Specialty Knife Techniques
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Get your slicing and dicing in shape with a workshop dedicated to gourmet cutting methods. There's always room for improvement when it comes to your kitchen cutting, and this hands-on cooking class will give you a much-needed edge. Learn from an expert chef while preparing a meal where various blades and weights...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Choice of Filled Pasta
$119
Cooking Class
$119
These incredible stuffed creations are designed to newly shape your usual Italian fare. Find a new way to bring Old World flavor to your dinner table with the stuffed pasta pair in this exciting hands-on cooking class. With artichoke-filled mezzaluna topped with lemon butter, pumpkin-filled ravioli in alforno sauce...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Classic Tuscan Pasta Dinner - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a romantic Italian meal together with guided, hands-on techniques. The best flavors of Italy take center stage in this romantic date night cooking class. Join an expert chef to explore regional techniques and prepare a rich, satisfying meal together. It’s the perfect way to cook, connect and savor Italy’s...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Italian-American Comfort Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dishes from the combined culinary traditions of Italy and America take the spotlight. Soothe your hunger with a menu showcasing the Italian-American favorites in this cooking class. Learn methods for preparing chicken Milanese, a vibrant green salad topped with gourmet dressing, gnoochi made from scratch and a bundino...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Flavorful Sicilian Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore new Italian recipes perfect for couples cooking. Enjoy a romantic taste of Sicily in this interactive cooking class in Dallas. With help from Chef Kate or a resident chef, you and your partner will shape arancini, cook pasta alla Norma, mix a fresh arugula and fennel salad and churn Aperol spritz gelato....
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Knife Skills 101
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Brush up on your knife skills in the kitchen. Knowing how to use the correct knife is an important skill all cooks need, and this Knife Skills 101 cooking class will teach you how. Join a top-rated chef who will teach you some helpful tips and techniques for using a knife safely in the kitchen. By the end of the...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Dallas
How much do cooking classes in Dallas cost?
Most cooking classes range from $59 to $100 or more per person. Costs for culinary classes will vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. The starting price and other fees on this page can be found on this page, beside each course listing. A tiered structure is applied based on details of the course and headcount.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There's no previous experience necessary to join in on the fun of these cooking classes. In fact, the pressure-free setting and encouraging instruction provide an easygoing introduction to the art of cooking. You can learn the basics of food prep or advance your skills to the next level, all while discovering delicious new recipes from a variety of cultures and cuisines. There are cooking lessons for all ages, including children, teens and families that bring younger cooks into the kitchen. And for anyone with a special occasion to celebrate, you can tap into the excitement of preparing a delicious meal to commemorate birthdays, anniversaries, date nights and get-togethers with friends.
What should I expect during a typical class?
The catalog of the best cooking classes in Dallas provides you world-class culinary instruction from some of the finest chefs in the city. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks as eager as you are to elevate their skills. Each session provides the ingredients and tools required so you can jump into guided instruction and create the delicious dishes on the menu. The lessons unfold one step at a time, making it easier for you to relax and enjoy moments with your fellow food lovers. You may even have a chance to enjoy what you've created with your new friends after class ends.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master cake decorating, pasta making, creative grilling and more. With each session, you can enjoy smaller lessons that expand your skills and develop your gourmet sensibilities, like learning to balance flavors through seasoning and getting up to speed on how to use every knife in your chef's block. With cooking experiences that explore the art of specialty subjects like French pastries and Italian appetizers, you can hone in on your favorite part of the meal. For the worldly gourmet, courses focusing on regional flavors and domestic masterpieces offer a chance to sharpen your abilities while broadening your culinary horizons.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Spending quality time with your favorite people or connecting with new friends who share your love of food can enhance your life in delicious ways. You'll develop a sense of confidence in the kitchen, expand your sense of culinary creativity and gain mastery of essential skills that can serve you for a lifetime. Whether you're collecting new recipes for your repertoire with a session in Oak Cliff or practicing new techniques with a course in Deep Ellum, all cooking courses provide a chance to make new connections while working with some of the greatest chefs in Dallas and the surrounding area.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from local specialties like Tex-Mex and Southern style barbecue classes to keep things deliciously regional or try out with seafood courses that make the most of ingredients from the Gulf. There are also plenty of international courses that bring French, Italian and Mediterranean dishes to the table, as well as Asian and Latin American delight. You'll also find sessions near you that present restaurant level creations as good as anything on the menus at JOEY or the Woolworth.
Where do the classes take place?
Generally, top cooking classes in Dallas take place at the chef's home, in your home or at a prime third-party venue. Certain courses may bring a chef instructor to an office space or chosen venue for an onsite cooking experience. In these sessions, your chef will bring everything required to conduct the lesson, including specialty equipment and all necessary ingredients. Each course listing features a link to a map to let you know if your cake decorating session is in Preston Hollow or your bread making course is in Victory Park.
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Covid-19 Precautions
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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.