Beginner Cooking Classes in DC
Feeling the itch to cook but need to learn a few techniques? Beginner cooking classes in DC are designed for those who seek the knowledge to create an unbelievable dish but just do not know where to start. From basic knife skills to discovering various spices, your chef instructor is ready to give you the information you need to succeed. Each class will leave new chefs with the skills to make a dish full of flavor and precision.
World-Class Chefs
Learn hands-on skills from your city's best chefs.
Endless Options
Customize menus for every craving, diet or preference.
Flexible Bookings
Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before events with 
icon.
Flexible Locations
In-person or online.
CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Trattoria-Style Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join your partner for a fun date night as you prepare a delicious Italian meal. Indulge in the rustic elegance of Italian cuisine with this date night cooking class. Together, you'll prepare steak tagliata, perfectly seared and served with peppery arugula and shaved Parmesan cheese. Then, master the art of...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Father's Day
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...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Italian Classics for Home Chefs
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring Italian flavors to life with easy and authentic recipes. This cooking class is a perfect way to explore the comforting and flavorful world of Italian cuisine. Chef Tiffany will guide you step by step through a three-course menu that celebrates authentic Italian flavors.
Begin with a fresh bruschetta appetizer...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Italian From Scratch - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Led by an expert chef, you'll work as a couple to prepare classic Italian dishes. Learn the foundations of Italian home cooking in this fully immersive cooking class. As a couple, you’ll craft homemade pasta dough into fresh fettuccine tossed with diced pancetta, tender artichokes and fragrant truffle oil. For your...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
The Flavors of Chile
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover this satisfying South American menu inspired by the chef's travels through Chile. Discover the intriguing cuisine of Chile in a hands-on cooking class arising from Chef Gustavo's personal journey throughout the region. With elements from ocean, field and mountain, this spread reflects the land's rich...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Gustavo
Washington (Northwest Washington)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Authentic Italian Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join and create a romantic Italian dinner with steak tagliata, homemade pasta and panna cotta. Set the date night mood with this romantic cooking class, where you and your partner will discover the beauty of Italy through this menu. You’ll be guided by a top-rated chef and learn authentic recipes such as steak...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Signature Flavors of Thai Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand in this professional chef-led cooking class. In this hands-on experience with Chef Made Master, you'll learn how to cook authentic Thai completely from scratch. Practice knife skills and work with Thai pantry ingredients as you prepare a multi-course spread.
Begin by...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Made Master
Centreville
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Paella and Spanish Tapas Workshop
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn to craft popular Spanish small plates at home. Take a culinary journey to Spain without leaving the comfort of your home in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jordan. Guests will learn to make traditional Spanish tapas, as well as a classic paella, all from scratch. Get a pitcher of sangria and a few of your...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Jordan
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Pop-up Class
Shrimp Tacos With Lime-Mojito Magic
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Create fresh tortillas and zesty shrimp tacos topped with black bean and mango salad. Savor coastal flavors in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Adrian. Start by crafting homemade tortillas from masa harina, water and salt, blending tradition with fresh ingredients. Then, prepare a sizzling shrimp taco filling...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Adrian
McLean
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Culinary Campers: A World of Recipes
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Kids love preparing international favorites like sushi, homemade pasta and fried rice. Your little camper will love exploring the kitchen in this flavor-filled five-day cooking class series. From kneading pasta to rolling sushi and sautéing veggies, kids ages 7–11 will build practical skills in food preparation and...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
More dates >
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
Baking, Brownies and More For 2
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Join a friend for this private baking class with Chef Tiffany. Invite a partner or friend to mix, roll and bake in this three-hour, hands-on class with top baking Chef Tiffany. Although classically trained in a French cooking school, Chef Tiffany has a simple approach to baking and she is able to easily outline the...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
More dates >
CHEF’S PLACE
Father's Day
Modern Comfort Food Classics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn how to elevate classic heartwarming dishes with a modern spin. This cooking class offers a comforting culinary experience, perfect for those craving traditional dishes with a contemporary twist. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll learn to create soul-soothing classics that cater to today’s tastes.
Begin by...
See more
Verified Chef
Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
More dates >
Showing 1 to 12 out of 271 results
OTHER EXPERIENCES in DC
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.