Beginner Cooking Classes in DC
Feeling the itch to cook but need to learn a few techniques? Beginner cooking classes in DC are designed for those who seek the knowledge to create an unbelievable dish but just do not know where to start. From basic knife skills to discovering various spices, your chef instructor is ready to give you the information you need to succeed. Each class will leave new chefs with the skills to make a dish full of flavor and precision.
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Flavorful Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unleash the culinary magic of homemade dumplings. After taking this exciting cooking class, you'll be able to turn dim sum into your signature dish. Spend an afternoon working alongside a world-class chef and learning the tips, tricks and techniques to making deliciously authentic dim sum. You'll gain confidence in...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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The Spice Route: Indian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Excel in the art of spices and flavors. Become a master of all things Indian cuisine when you take this dynamic cooking class. With assistance from a world-class chef, you'll become acquainted with the bold and charming flavors of this vibrant South Asian region. Craft samosas from scratch as well as the iconic...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Al Fresco Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Expand your baking skills with three iconic desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth. If you're a dessert lover, this hands-on cooking class is a must for you. Led by an expert pastry chef, you'll learn the techniques behind three beloved global desserts, including a moist tres leches cake. Then, assemble classic...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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French Bistro Feasts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a classic four-course French menu and master traditional culinary techniques. Step into the world of French bistro fine dining and learn how to create an unforgettable meal with this hands-on cooking class. Master a perfectly seared strip steak with a creamy whole-grain mustard sauce, crispy frites and a fresh...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Colorful Seasonal Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Led by an expert chef, you'll prepare an elegant menu with colorful seasonal ingredients. Celebrate the season with summer’s finest ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. Prepare a rainbow peppercorn-crusted steak with a rich mushroom-Cognac pan sauce. Pair flavorful heirloom tomatoes and juicy peaches for a...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Southern France Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a cozy French meal that’s comforting enough for a weeknight and elegant for entertaining. Master classic dishes from Southern France in this hands-on cooking class. Led by expert chefs, you’ll prepare an elegant four-course menu with flavors from the Loire Valley including pan-roasted chicken with white...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sushi Crafting
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Let your creativity flow as you create exceptionally fresh sushi. Discover what it takes to craft stunning sushi rolls in this sushi making cooking class. A chef will teach you how to properly cook and season your rice, you'll also learn the techniques of rolling and slicing with finesse. Then, unleash your creativity...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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The Italian Grill
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn from an expert chef how to prepare an Italian feast on the grill. Take your grilling skills to the next level with an Italian-inspired menu in this hands-on cooking class. Master grilled chicken diavola, perfectly spiced and smoky. Then, char tender asparagus with capers and lemon, bringing out deep flavors....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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French Pastries: Elegant Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master traditional pastry techniques and craft two delicious flavors of French macarons. Master the delicate French pastries made famous at Ladurée with this hands-on cooking class. Learn the delicate art of crafting gluten-free macarons in two decadent flavors: vanilla bean with mocha buttercream and blueberry...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Pasta Revelry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A homemade pasta experience where you'll improve your skills and techniques. In this cooking class, you'll experience the joy that comes with making homemade pasta from scratch. An expert chef will teach you how to prepare two types of pasta dishes, entirely from scratch. You'll never go back to buying shop-bought...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Italian From Scratch - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Led by an expert chef, you'll work as a couple to prepare classic Italian dishes. Learn the foundations of Italian home cooking in this fully immersive cooking class. As a couple, you’ll craft homemade pasta dough into fresh fettuccine tossed with diced pancetta, tender artichokes and fragrant truffle oil. For your...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Valencian Paella and Spanish Tapas
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare authentic paella and several mouthwatering Spanish dishes with this fun culinary experience. Experience the depth of Spanish cuisine with this hands-on cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you’ll prepare a tapas favorite, patatas bravas with a smoky aioli. Learn the secret to developing socarrat with an...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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