Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Best Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C. for your next culinary journey
Explore cooking classes in Washington D.C. that bring food lovers together with world-class chefs in the nation’s capital. Since 2014, these experiences on Cozymeal have earned recognition in outlets like USA Today and Good Housekeeping and built trust with tens of thousands of 5-star reviews. Available across 200+ cities, experiences on Cozymeal combines national reach with local flavor. Guests can explore Chesapeake-inspired seafood, Southern comfort favorites, handmade pasta, sushi making and refined French pastries, with options perfect for date nights, team events or celebrations. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free menus ensure every lifestyle is included. Whether you're located in Arlington, Alexandria or Bethesda, you get to enjoy vibrant local flavors and worldwide culinary techniques by booking the best cooking classes in Washington D.C. today.
CHEF’S PLACE
Sweet Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Craft fond memories from scratch with the entire family. Bake and bond over wholesome cupcakes during this fun, family-friendly cooking class! You and your kids will have a blast creating two delicious types of cupcakes. Start with rich, moist chocolate cupcakes topped with silky peanut butter frosting. Next, indulge...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Refined Italian Pantry Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to approach Italian home cooking with confidence. Learn how to turn pantry-friendly Italian ingredients into a full meal in this cooking class in McLean. Led by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll prepare pepper-crusted pork chop with balsamic Cabernet sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano risotto and an arugula...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Romantic Tuscany - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transport your date to the Tuscan hills with this inspired date night idea! Take yourself and your loved one to Tuscany in this romantic cooking class. Treat your date to a true Tuscan feast, handmade with love, of course. A top chef will show you how to craft traditional Tuscan starters, mains and add a little...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Dinner in Chianti - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make lasting memories and master new culinary skills with this romantic Tuscan-style meal. Savor the innate romance of classic Tuscan cuisine with this immersive cooking class made for two. Fall in love with your sweetheart as you come together to craft a decadent, homemade meal. Season and sear meat and try your hand...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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A Romantic Taste of Spain - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn date night into something feel-good with a hands-on Spanish cooking experience. Date night gets an upgrade in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. With guidance from Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll make Serrano wrapped cod with lemon aioli, stuffed piquillo peppers, chickpeas with asparagus and smoked...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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Decadent Cupcakes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bake delicious cupcake treats with the entire family. Bring the whole family together for some baking fun in this exciting cooking class. Working alongside your little ones, you'll bake decadent chocolate cupcakes topped with creamy peanut butter frosting and strawberries and cream-filled cupcakes finished with...
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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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Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Big World Little Chefs
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Help your child learn cooking basics in this five-day kids cooking series. Encourage creativity and confidence in the kitchen in this fun cooking series in North Bethesda for young chefs. Over five days, kids will make pretzels, pasta, global dishes and chocolate treats while learning essential techniques in a...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant East Coast Brunch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy cooking a classic brunch spread inspired by East Coast favorites. Upgrade your weekend plans with this interactive cooking class in McLean focused on East Coast brunch favorites. Chef Charles or a resident chef will guide you through crab cake eggs Benedict with Old Bay hollandaise, a skillet soufflé pancake...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE
Chianti Culinary Experience- Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embark on a culinary journey through Tuscan flavors, savoring the traditions of Italian cuisine. In this custom-made cooking class, you and your partner will create new memories as you immerse yourselves in the world of Tuscan gastronomy. An expert chef will teach you the basics of Tuscan cuisine, helping you prepare...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Global Cooking Confidence
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Treat your kid to a hands-on cooking week in this guided session. Give your child a full culinary experience in this interactive cooking series in Arlington, spanning five exciting days. With support from Chef Scott or a resident chef, students will cook a new menu each day, from pineapple buns and empanadas to baked...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Washington, D.C.
How much do cooking classes in Washington, D.C. cost?
Cooking class costs vary by chef, menu and event. You can find starting prices shown on the courses displayed on this page, though final class prices are determined using a tiering structure based on the number of guests in your group, as well as any applicable fees or other add-ins that might be part of your chosen class. Usually, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
These experiences are great for any foodie that wants to have a good time with friends, family or colleagues. Cooking classes are an exciting way for beginning cooks to learn the basics, as well as a platform for intermediate and advanced chefs to sharpen their skills. There are courses specially made for kids, teens and families that focus on the fundamentals of food prep. And with dedicated sessions that help make memorable team building moments, romantic date night opportunities and birthday celebrations, you'll find cooking classes that add delicious spark to any festive occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
You can expect to create great memories and have a fun time with the people you care about most. The best cooking classes offer a laid-back, encouraging environment in every session, with confident instruction from a first-rate local chef. All ingredients and tools required to create the menu featured in the course are provided. You'll share the kitchen with other aspiring cooks on similar culinary journeys, creating a sense of community and camaraderie that infuses the best cooking classes in Washington, DC with fun energy. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the finished dishes with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
The skills you'll master in these cooking courses run the gamut from basic knife work to contemporary cake decorating. Practice heritage pasta making, learn to prepare rustic breads from scratch or discover the proper way to grill a variety of meats and vegetables. All cooking lessons include a series of smaller lessons on topics such as efficient use of kitchen tools, preferred plating methods and crafting garnishes to add the perfect finishing touches to your meal.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
These cooking classes will strengthen relationships with your friends, family, or colleagues and result in an incredible experience you will never forget. Learning to create a masterful menu is just the beginning of the benefits you'll reap from taking cooking classes in the city. You'll also hone your confidence in the kitchen, work with some of the best chefs in town and meet a host of other cooks from neighborhoods like Logan Circle and Georgetown who share your curiosity for food prep. From gathering new recipes to show off to friends and family to developing a sense of ease and joy while cooking, there's something to savor every step of the way.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Top cooking classes in Washington D.C. cover international cuisines like Italian and French, as well as domestic favorites like steakhouse and Southern BBQ. You'll find sessions in sushi making, rustic bread baking, pasta making, cake decorating and other specialty techniques as well. With seasonal culinary classes in preparing holiday feasts, you can create menus that capture the flavors of the moment.
Where do the classes take place?
Cooking classes in Minneapolis can take place at the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. If you choose an experience where you bring one of the city’s best chefs to your home for a gourmet event with friends or family, that chef will provide all the equipment and ingredients needed for a great class. Classes can also take place at your work for memorable team building moments with colleagues. From bistro courses in Powderhorn to steak dinner classes in Loring Park, every listing shares a map and venue image to help you plan.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Washington, D.C.
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
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.