Cooking Classes in Plano
Best cooking classes in Plano for your next culinary journey.
Discover a thriving melting pot of international flavors with hands-on cooking classes in Plano. Just a short drive from Dallas, the Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas is sure to fire up your culinary creativity. Wherever you’re based in the city — exploring destination dining in Whiffletree, checking out the parks in King’s Ridge or watching balloons launch in Avignon Windhaven, you’ll find there are a multitude of local cooking sessions in Plano. Each one is overseen by a highly experienced, local chef who’ll guide you through creating a complete menu of international or local favorites while passing on useful tips to increase your kitchen skills. From vegan Tex Mex to handmade dumplings, cooking classes in Plano are truly world class.
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Sundays in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a memorable evening with elegant French cuisine you'll prepare together on your next date. In this hands-on cooking class for couples, you’ll prepare an elegant French meal with confidence and flair. Explore traditional French techniques as an expert chef guides you through four elegant dishes, including...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Artisan Pasta Crafting
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of crafting homemade noodles with expert guidance. Dive into the world of pasta making in this interactive cooking class. From kneading dough to shaping exquisite ravioli, you'll gain hands-on experience crafting authentic Italian pasta. Elevate your culinary skills as you prepare classic sauces like...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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HIGH DEMAND
Handcrafted Croissant Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of croissant making by mastering dough, shaping and baking. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn how to make handcrafted croissants from scratch. An expert chef will guide you through the process of mixing, laminating, shaping and baking these flaky delights. By the end of the class,...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Brunch Sweets and Street Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the art of donut-making with three global varieties of the morning pastry. Explore the delicious world of fried dough in this fun cooking class. During this hands-on, chef-led class, you’ll prepare French pâte à choux dough for classic beignets made famous in New Orleans. Then, craft rustic mixed berry...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Mochi to Beignets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the different styles and textures of donuts in this fun pastry-making class. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll explore the art of donut making with three global varieties that vary in taste and texture. Guided by an expert pastry chef, you’ll prepare pâte à choux dough for airy French beignets...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Dim Sum Delicacies Unveiled
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a savory dim sum spread in this hands-on cooking class experience. In this engaging cooking class, master the art of crafting delectable dim sum dishes perfect for sharing. Learn to prepare and fold two types of dumplings, mastering techniques from pleating to steaming. Then, create fluffy steamed buns filled...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Elevated French Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spark romance in the kitchen with an engaging experience featuring French cuisine. During this cooking class, savor the sophistication of French cuisine as you and your date explore an evening of culinary refinement. From exquisite seared scallops and creamy risotto to a decadent French dessert, this experience is...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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French Coastal Indulgence - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Delight in the refined tastes of French luxury during this exclusive date night cooking experience. Embark on a culinary journey to coastal France in this chef-led date night cooking class. Discover the art of properly searing scallops and crafting a super-creamy risotto. Conclude your evening with a delightful baked...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Bright Flavors of Provence
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Immerse yourself in the flavors and dishes of Provence while perfecting key French techniques. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll explore foundational French techniques and prepare an elegant Provençal-style meal in this hands-on cooking class. Pan-roast chicken and finish with a lemony sauce with olives and capers....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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One Skillet Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Using one skillet, you'll learn how classic Italian dishes can become weeknight favorites. Create the comforting flavors of your favorite Italian dishes any day of the week with this hands-on cooking class. Learn from an expert chef time-saving tips and clever shortcuts that don’t skimp on flavor. You’ll prepare...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Provençal Perfection - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a fun date night with plenty of laughter, conversation and five-star French cuisine. Master the art of French bistro cuisine in this hands-on cooking class for couples. With guidance from an expert chef, you’ll prepare four traditional dishes with your partner, such as lemony roasted chicken Provençal, a flaky...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Thai Summer Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare refreshing summer dishes with this Thai feast featuring five traditional recipes. This hands-on cooking class highlights key elements of Thai cuisine, balancing sweet, salty, sour and spicy flavors in every dish. Led by a master chef, you’ll discover flavorful marinades, umami-rich sauces and traditional...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Plano
How much do cooking classes in Plano cost?
While cooking lessons usually cost between $59 and over $100 per person, this is only a guide. The final price can vary depending on a few factors, including the type of class you choose and the season in which you book it, with high-demand dates like Labor Day typically commanding higher prices. The number of people in your party will also have an impact on the price, since class prices are tiered based on group size.
To get a basic idea of cost, view the per-person starting price on your chosen experience page. Or, for more detailed assistance, why not reach out to our friendly and helpful Concierge team?
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Culinary classes are for absolutely everybody! That is, anybody with a passion for great food and the desire to learn to cook it. You don’t need lots of experience or fancy skills, either. Even if you’re new to the kitchen, you’ll find classes that cover the basics that no aspiring cook should be without. If you’re more advanced, you’ll also find classes that present the next foodie challenge you’re looking for.
These experiences are also great for life’s most special occasions. Whether it’s a birthday bash, an anniversary celebration or a team-building day, since everyone loves great food, everybody’s bound to get behind the chance to learn to cook it.
What should I expect during a typical class?
When you sign up for one of the city’s best cooking classes, you can expect everything to be provided for you. That includes the full list of ingredients and any equipment required to make your chosen dishes. In terms of the skills you can expect to learn, those really depend on which class you choose to take.
In all classes, you’ll have the chance to pick the brains of an expert chef, gaining fascinating insights into the time-honored traditions and cultures that shaped your chosen cuisine. You can also expect the chance to sit at the end of the session with your classmates, reflect on your learnings and enjoy a gourmet meal of your own making.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
This is largely dependent on the class you choose to take. For example, sushi-making classes will see you getting hands-on with the specialized equipment, traditional ingredients and time-honored techniques required to recreate your favorite sushi rolls. Similarly, pasta-making courses will involve making and rolling fresh pasta dough, filling it and simmering delicious sauces to pair with your creations.
In all cases, your chef will cover basics like knife skills, kitchen safety, ingredient preparation and even seasoning. This means that whatever your chosen cuisine, you’re guaranteed to end the class as a more accomplished and competent home cook than when you started.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Signing up for one of the city’s top cooking classes comes with a host of benefits. For one, you’ll get to learn from a renowned chef, picking their brains and gaining fascinating insights into food cultures from around the world. With their help, you’ll also learn to master impressive new kitchen skills and delicious new recipes which are sure to become the talk of your dinner party table.
Perhaps the greatest benefit, however, is sharing all of this with your closest foodie companions. Over the shared joy of great food and learning something new, you’ll forge unforgettable memories together that are sure to last long after the final plates have been cleared.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
The first thing to say here is that there are cooking courses available for aspiring cooks of all experience levels. If you’re a beginner, you’ll find classes that cover foundational skills. If you’re more advanced and in search of a new culinary challenge, you’ll also find plenty of experiences that provide that, too.
All classes are led by renowned chefs just waiting to share their most closely-guarded culinary secrets. That means that whether you’re learning to roll authentic sushi, whip up Tuscan trattoria-worthy pasta or menu items from your favorite Parisian bistro, there’s nobody better suited to the job of teaching you.
Where do the classes take place?
Cooking experiences can take place wherever you’d like them to! If you’d like to learn right at the chef’s table, there are hosts across the city who love welcoming eager epicureans into their home kitchens. Just consult the map on your preferred experience page to see where the chef is located.
Alternatively, you could also host the class at your home or vacation rental. Provided that there is a clean, functional kitchen in place, plus enough space in which to conduct the class safely, your chef will gladly come to you. What’s more, they’ll bring all of the ingredients plus any specialized equipment required to make your chosen menu.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Plano
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.