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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Wholesome Spring Supper
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook seasonal dishes while building everyday kitchen confidence. Upgrade your weeknight cooking routine with this cooking class in McLean focused on light, crowd-pleasing dishes. Led by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Taste of Southern France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
French Cuisine Discover the hearty flavors of Southern France in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master traditional French skills in the kitchen such as julienning vegetables and deglazing a sautee pan while cooking...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Tastes of Southern France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a tantalizing trip to the south of France The perfect French meal awaits you in this engaging cooking class. An expert chef instructor will teach you how to cook beautifully seared chicken breasts flavored with capers, olives and roasted lemons. Plus, you’ll learn to prepare a simple salad and French...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Flavor-Filled Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft an impressive Italian feast in this hands-on cooking class. In this cooking class, you'll recreate classic Italian dishes, from fresh pasta to creamy coffee-infused desserts. Join a world-class chef in the kitchen for a hands-on session as you master the technique for making a glorious chicken Parmesan with an...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Professional Pastry Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how classic pastry bases come together step by step. Build confidence with custards, curds and meringues in this cooking class in McLean. Led by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll prepare mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, raspberry soufflé and lemon tart. You’ll develop real skills...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Classic Spring Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a fresh springtime meal in this guided cooking experience. Learn to prepare a seasonal spring meal in this fun cooking class in North Bethesda. Guided by Chef Paula or a resident chef, you’ll make herb-marinated steak with blue cheese butter, asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps, roasted...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Comforting Italian Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn all about irresistible Italian cuisine. This indulgent cooking class has it all, from fresh pasta to rich tomato sauces and espresso-infused desserts. You'll start by preparing classic chicken Parmesan, perfectly seasoned and smothered in a flavorful tomato sauce with a generous helping of melted cheese. Next,...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Gourmet Baking Made Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your baking skills by learning how to make exquisite desserts and savory treats. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll focus on mastering the art of baking. From decadent desserts to savory treats, an expert chef will teach you the right techniques to make a menu filled with elevated flavors. Get ready to...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Gourmet Ramen Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to prepare a balanced, restaurant-style ramen bowl. Bring ramen night to the next level in this cooking class in McLean. Led by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll prepare homemade ramen noodles, shio ramen with pork belly, pickled mushrooms, ramen eggs and edamame with chili salt. You’ll build real...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Little Italy Comforts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Revel in classic Italian flavors in this fun cooking class! Experience authentic Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll discover the secrets and traditions of Little Italy. Learn to make crispy chicken Parmesan with homemade tomato sauce, handmade fettuccine with creamy pesto...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Vibrant Japanese Bento Box - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create a Japanese-style meal with a bento box focus in this hands-on cooking class. Build a complete bento-style lunch in this interactive cooking class in Alexandria. With guidance from Chef Jailyn or a resident chef, you’ll grill chicken yakitori, form sticky rice shapes, prepare steamed edamame and assemble fruit...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Make Authentic Neapolitan Pizza
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a Naples-style Italian dinner in this hands-on session. Learn to cook a full Neapolitan-inspired menu in this fun cooking class in Arlington. Guided by Chef Scott or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cauliflower and pickled pepper salad, polpette al forno, Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, basil and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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