Cooking Classes in Dallas
Best Cooking Classes in Dallas for your next culinary journey
Discover the bold flavors of the Big D with cooking classes in Dallas, where Southern charm meets global cuisine. Learn to create hearty Texas chili, bake sweet pecan pie or master a tender brisket. Expand your skills with Mediterranean mezze, handmade Italian pasta or delicate French pastries. These engaging cooking lessons, guided by expert five-star chefs, highlight Dallas’s dynamic food scene while offering hands-on techniques to sharpen your cooking skills. Located just a short drive from Fort Worth, Irving or Plano, these culinary classes are are well worth the trip and perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or exploring international dishes, culinary lessons in Dallas provide an unforgettable opportunity to savor, create and share hearty flavors with your loved ones. Reserve your spot in cooking courses today and discover the vibrant flavors of Dallas!
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Springtime Garden
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add bold colors and fresh textures to your home dining table. Explore the bold colors of a springtime garden in this cooking class. You'll join a world-class chef who will share techniques like roasting carrots for a rustic tart, preparing rainbow peppercorn steak with a mushroom-cognac pan sauce and slicing tomatoes...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Tuscan Steak Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a romantic evening out while sharing a love of culture and cuisine. Discover the art of classic Italian culinary techniques from a gourmet chef with this cooking class. Learn how to pan-roast a tender steak topped with capers, arugula and Parmesan cheese. Next, prepare crunchy bruschetta with olive tapenade and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Precious French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Boost your baking skills and impress friends and family at the next special event. If you've ever dreamed of working with a gourmet pastry chef, this cooking class is your chance to enter the macaron-making world. You'll begin by learning skills for measuring, whisking, filling and baking shells to crisp perfection....
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Romantic Tuscan Villa - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whisk your date away for a night in a Tuscan kitchen Feel like you're spending a night in a Tuscan villa with your date by joining our romantic Tuscan villa date night cooking class. In this interactive class led by a gourmet chef, you and your date will learn some Italian favorites like pan-roasted steak. Try your...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Trattoria Full of Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Escape to an Italian trattoria by inviting your sweetie to this culinary session. Join an esteemed chef for this cooking class focused on authentic Italian cuisine. You'll begin by slicing, seasoning and sautéing steak tagliata with arugula and Parmesan cheese. Next, make homemade pasta for authentic fettuccine with...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Fresh and Filling Vietnamese
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the flavors and techniques of Southeast Asian cuisine. Add a new country to your culinary resume with this cooking class focused on the fresh flavors of Vietnam. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll start by making a savory peanut sauce to enhance shrimp spring rolls. You'll also prepare lemongrass and chile grilled...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Spanish Paella and Tapas
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master traditional techniques for preparing authentic Spanish cuisine. Plan a feast for friends and family by joining this cooking class. With step-by-step guidance from a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to use a paellera to sauté chicken and chorizo paella. Master slicing, frying and saucing potatoes for authentic...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Celebrating Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master traditional Italian cooking techniques while preparing authentic recipes. This cooking class is an excellent way to explore Italian flavors, whether you're a newbie or an experienced home chef. Work alongside a gourmet chef while mixing sage and parsley into an aromatic pesto for pork chops. Roast...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Brasserie French Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to recreate your favorite French recipes and culinary techniques at home. With step-by-step guidance from a gourmet chef, this cooking class explores the authentic recipes of a French brasserie menu. Begin by learning how to prepare a strip steak and fry frites to crispy perfection. Toss a haricots verts...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Southern-Style Fried Chicken Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to prepare a classic fried chicken menu. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class is an excellent way to discover new recipes and culinary techniques. Start by preparing crispy buttermilk fried chicken. Enjoy with a side of braised greens with bacon and flaky buttermilk biscuits topped with honey butter....
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Humble Italian Selections
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Rustic flavor turns your home table into a feast for the ages. Simple specialties become a menu you can count on with this in-person cooking class focused on hearty Italian fare made to satisfy. You'll discover authentic techniques and homespun recipes as you explorethe rustic traditions of making a menu with...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Kids Cooking Series
Kids' Summer Series in the Kitchen
$289
Cooking Class
$289
Introduce your budding chefs to the joys of cooking. This cooking class is the perfect way for kids to gain kitchen confidence, learn new skills and develop culinary techniques. They'll join a gourmet chef and other kids their age to create various international recipes. Using influences from China, America, Italy and...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Popular Cities We Serve Near Dallas
Plano
Historic Plano provides Texans in the Dallas area with an exciting expansion of their epicurean pursuits. Expert-led cooking classes in Plano bring fantastic new flavors to the dining lives of home cooks throughout the region.
Carrollton
The sweet suburb of Carrollton is a prime location for leaving the busy city buzz of Dallas behind for an easier pace. With cooking classes in Carrollton as part of the dining scene, aspiring chefs have creative solutions that offer fabulous handmade flavor.
Irving
Creative energy from a vibrant art scene gives Irving a character unlike any Dallas region. This includes bringing imaginative cuisine to your regimen while working with world-class chefs in top-notch cooking classes in Irving.
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Dallas
How much do cooking classes in Dallas cost?
Most cooking classes range from $59 to $100 or more per person. Costs for culinary classes will vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. The starting price and other fees on this page can be found on this page, beside each course listing. A tiered structure is applied based on details of the course and headcount.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There's no previous experience necessary to join in on the fun of these cooking classes. In fact, the pressure-free setting and encouraging instruction provide an easygoing introduction to the art of cooking. You can learn the basics of food prep or advance your skills to the next level, all while discovering delicious new recipes from a variety of cultures and cuisines. There are cooking lessons for all ages, including children, teens and families that bring younger cooks into the kitchen. And for anyone with a special occasion to celebrate, you can tap into the excitement of preparing a delicious meal to commemorate birthdays, anniversaries, date nights and get-togethers with friends.
What should I expect during a typical class?
The catalog of the best cooking classes in Dallas provides you world-class culinary instruction from some of the finest chefs in the city. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks as eager as you are to elevate their skills. Each session provides the ingredients and tools required so you can jump into guided instruction and create the delicious dishes on the menu. The lessons unfold one step at a time, making it easier for you to relax and enjoy moments with your fellow food lovers. You may even have a chance to enjoy what you've created with your new friends after class ends.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master cake decorating, pasta making, creative grilling and more. With each session, you can enjoy smaller lessons that expand your skills and develop your gourmet sensibilities, like learning to balance flavors through seasoning and getting up to speed on how to use every knife in your chef's block. With cooking experiences that explore the art of specialty subjects like French pastries and Italian appetizers, you can hone in on your favorite part of the meal. For the worldly gourmet, courses focusing on regional flavors and domestic masterpieces offer a chance to sharpen your abilities while broadening your culinary horizons.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Spending quality time with your favorite people or connecting with new friends who share your love of food can enhance your life in delicious ways. You'll develop a sense of confidence in the kitchen, expand your sense of culinary creativity and gain mastery of essential skills that can serve you for a lifetime. Whether you're collecting new recipes for your repertoire with a session in Oak Cliff or practicing new techniques with a course in Deep Ellum, all cooking courses provide a chance to make new connections while working with some of the greatest chefs in Dallas and the surrounding area.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from local specialties like Tex-Mex and Southern style barbecue classes to keep things deliciously regional or try out with seafood courses that make the most of ingredients from the Gulf. There are also plenty of international courses that bring French, Italian and Mediterranean dishes to the table, as well as Asian and Latin American delight. You'll also find sessions near you that present restaurant level creations as good as anything on the menus at JOEY or the Woolworth.
Where do the classes take place?
Generally, top cooking classes in Dallas take place at the chef's home, in your home or at a prime third-party venue. Certain courses may bring a chef instructor to an office space or chosen venue for an onsite cooking experience. In these sessions, your chef will bring everything required to conduct the lesson, including specialty equipment and all necessary ingredients. Each course listing features a link to a map to let you know if your cake decorating session is in Preston Hollow or your bread making course is in Victory Park.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Dallas
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.