Beginner Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Learn to create your favorite meals in a warm and welcoming environment provided by expert local chefs. There is a variety of classes from which to choose, whether your interest lies in international cuisine, local dishes or beyond. Take the intimidation out of cooking delicious meals and learn to create savory meals in your own home. Begin your culinary journey by booking a fun beginner cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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...
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Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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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.
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
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Flavors of the Italian Coast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Capture the charm of dining al fresco along the Italian coast This hands-on cooking class highlights fresh regional ingredients using classic Italian techniques. Guided by your chef instructor, you’ll craft pasta by hand to pair with succulent shrimp and peak produce like juicy tomatoes and fresh-picked basil....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Italian Summer Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Upgrade your cooking skills by taking this class, where you'll learn to make Italian food. Create a delicious Italian summer feast in this cooking class. This will be a hands-on cooking session and a highly-rated chef who has been teaching people to cook for years, will show you how to make pasta dough, gelato and a...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Quality Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a five-star feast with your special person. Turn up the heat in this date night cooking class where bold flavors and fresh ingredients set the mood. You and your plus-one will sear, roast and whisk your way through a menu that balances fiery, herbaceous and sweet notes. From preparing a delectable chile-crusted...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Easy as Apple Pie
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Experience the fun of making home-baked treats for your friends and family. Chef Tiffany is an experienced teacher and an even more experienced baker. In this three-hour, hands-on baking class she simplifies the secrets of perfect pastry and will teach you how to create soft, warm and delicious baked goods for every...
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Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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Gullah Cuisine
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Get to know the tastes and traditional recipes of Low-Country Cuisine Looking for a unique cooking class? A masterclass on Gullah cuisine is a culinary experience not to be missed. Gullah-style cooking includes layers of ingredients, flavors and cooking techniques. Start off with a classic cornbread, baked to...
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
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Savoring Thai Cuisine
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Awaken your senses with spring rolls, green papaya salad, pad Thai and mango sticky rice. Indulge in this cooking class with vivid Thai flavors. Gather around the table and enjoy cooking authentic Thai cuisine together with a top-rated Chef Li.
As the spices fill the air, you and other guests will create Thai...
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Chef Li
McLean
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Bold Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare an evening of flavors you won’t soon forget. This cooking class serves a perfect blend of spice, sweetness and sophistication. Working with a world-class chef, you and your date become experts at crusting a juicy ribeye with chile and finishing it with herbaceous parsley-cilantro oil. Next, roast carrots get...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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True Fine Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore bold flavors with a romantic touch. Make date night irresistible with a fine-dining cooking class. You’ll work alongside a top-rated chef to craft a swoon-worthy menu featuring bold flavors and a sprinkle of seasonal flair. From chile-crusted ribeye to a delightful arugula and almond salad topped with juicy...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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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...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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The Flavors of Bourbon Street
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Celebrate the spirit of Southern American cuisine with a lesson in New Orleans classics. Chef Shelley gets the good times rolling in this hands-on cooking class centered around the timeless creations of Bourbon Street. It's a lesson in traditional cooking that highlights the distinctive culinary character of the...
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
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Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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