Cooking Classes in Norfolk

Cozymeal features hands-on cooking lessons with a broad menu of regional specialties and global cuisines, including East Coast classics like crab cakes, Japanese sushi and Italian favorites like homemade pasta and risotto. Choose from culinary experiences starting at $59 per person, with premium options exceeding $100 for luxury menus. Prices adjust based on your group size during booking, and local tax is built in. Classes make for a memorable night out, whether you're celebrating a special occasion, on a date or bonding with colleagues. For expert guidance and assistance with booking classes near you, Cozymeal’s concierge service is here to help.

Discover coastal flavors, international recipes and creative fusion cuisine in hands-on cooking courses that bring local ingredients and essential techniques to your dinner table. Grill fresh seafood, explore Southern comfort food or master the art of pasta-making and sushi rolling under the guidance of expert local chefs, bakers and mixologists. These interactive classes are perfect for beginners and seasoned home cooks, offering step-by-step instruction and high-quality ingredients from the Chesapeake Bay for every dietary preference and culinary goal. Ideal for date nights, celebrating birthdays or team-building events, each session ends with a delicious meal you’ve made with the group. Tap into your inner chef and elevate your kitchen skills with a memorable experience.

Skilled chefs, bakers and mixologists bring the Tidewater region’s coastal culinary charm to venues across the Chesapeake Bay in hands-on culinary classes. Each class starts with your chef introducing the menu and essential techniques you’ll master. In a fun, social kitchen, you'll work in small groups to craft a delicious multi-course menu — whether you're shaping handmade pasta, searing steaks or mastering seafood dishes inspired by seasonal ingredients. Classes include all ingredients and equipment used and conclude with participants enjoying the restaurant-quality meal they made. With expert instruction and take-home recipes, you’ll leave with new skills, inspiration and confidence. Not sure where to start? Cozymeal’s concierge team can help.

Grill seafood to perfection, bake artisan breads or roll fresh sushi in Norfolk’s top cooking classes. Whether you're inspired by the seasonal flavors at Freemason Abbey or the innovative plates at Saltine, these hands-on cooking lessons give you the skills to recreate restaurant-worthy dishes at home. Led by expert chefs, you'll practice essential techniques like knife handling, seasoning, sautéing and roasting — plus global methods from Asian stir-frying to Indian spice layering. Master pasta making, pastry shaping or Chesapeake-style crab cakes using fresh, local ingredients. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, you’ll leave each class with new skills, recipe ideas and the confidence to elevate every meal.

Whether you’re looking for a gourmet menu to impress, everyday meals to feed the family or a fun activity to share with friends, cooking classes explore a wide range of global cuisines, coastal favorites and essential techniques. Guided by world-class chefs, bakers and mixologists, cooking experiences are perfect for beginners and experienced home cooks who are looking to hone their craft. Whether you're interested in pasta making, sushi rolling or baking buttery pastries to serve at brunch, classes offer something for every taste and skill level. You'll gain confidence, creativity and practical knowledge. From Southern seafood favorites to global luxury menus, cooking classes make every meal more rewarding and every gathering more delicious.

Mermaid City offers an exciting array of cooking courses with specialty classes that reflect the seasons, holidays and culinary trends. Italian, Asian and classic American fare are always popular and in demand, and fresh courses are frequently added to keep your kitchen creativity flowing. Choose from a variety of international cuisines and techniques tailored to all experience levels — from beginners to seasoned home cooks. Dive into classic Southern dishes like shrimp and grits, fried oysters and Chesapeake Bay crab cakes, or explore bold global flavors, including Thai curries, handmade Italian pasta, Mexican street food and sushi rolling. Whether you’re looking to elevate your meals or host an unforgettable dinner, there’s a culinary adventure waiting.

From Downtown Norfolk to Ghent and Ocean View, the best cooking classes in Mermaid City are happening throughout the Chesapeake Bay. Depending on your chosen experience, classes may take place in the chef’s professional kitchen, your home or a local venue with a fully equipped kitchen. Led by skilled chefs, bakers and mixologists, classes deliver a hands-on adventure into global cuisine or regional favorites like crab cakes and Southern fried chicken. Every listing includes full details on the class location, schedule, menu and what to expect — including a handy map. If the chef is traveling, they’ll handle everything from sourcing fresh ingredients and bringing specialty cookware to clean up so you can savor the experience.