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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Expert Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Gain confidence and precision with a knife so you can chop like the pros. Set yourself up for years of culinary success by nailing the foundations with this chef-led cooking class. Utilize a chef's most prized possession, a chefs knife, to safely and expertly create uniform cuts from the rough chop to the brunoise and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Culinary Knife Skills for Beginners
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Improve your culinary knife skills through this fun cooking session. To create delectable dishes, you need to have fundamental skills that are needed in almost all cuisines and in this cooking class you can learn basic culinary knife skills. In this hands-on class, an expert chef with years of experience in teaching...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Wok and Roll - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Enjoy a hands-on culinary experience that brings families together through flavorful Chinese dishes. Embark on a culinary journey through China with this exciting family-oriented cooking class. Learn how to prepare vibrant vegetable lo mein alongside authentic chicken and chive dumplings served with ginger dipping...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Tropical Indulgence
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor the spices of the Caribbean! Experience the Caribbean in this invigorating cooking class. You’ll learn from a five-star chef how to make crispy tostones served with garlic mojo dipping sauce and prepare perfect jerk chicken with fresh mango salsa. Discover the secrets to making stellar Caribbean coconut rice...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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A Taste of Island Paradise
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unleash your creativity as you explore bold spices and fresh ingredients from the tropics. This cooking class invites you to explore the heartwarming flavors of Caribbean cuisine. Prepare delightful dishes like creamy garlic mojo dipping sauce and sweet caramelized pineapple sundaes that evoke island life. Each recipe...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Five-Star French Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up an elegant French meal with your date in this cooking class. Treat your loved one to a five-star French cuisine date night cooking class where you will learn how to make a showstopping feast under the guidance of a top-rated chef. Start the class by searing scallops with champagne beurre blanc and a layered...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Italian Classics for Home Chefs
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring Italian flavors to life with easy and authentic recipes. This cooking class is a perfect way to explore the comforting and flavorful world of Italian cuisine. Chef Tiffany will guide you step by step through a three-course menu that celebrates authentic Italian flavors.
Begin with a fresh bruschetta appetizer...
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Chef Tiffany
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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Savory Wine Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master culinary techniques using wine and other fresh ingredients. Explore wine's unique flavors in this cooking class. Join a gourmet chef who will share tips and techniques for using wine in various recipes. Begin by preparing a filet in a red wine and shallot sauce. Prepare a baby spinach salad with roasted beets...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Beef Wellington Experience - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to create flavorful pairings between steak and wine in this interactive class. A cooking class awaits that promises to delight your taste buds and ignite your passion for cooking. Dive into the world of gourmet cuisine with hands-on instruction for creating beef Wellington, creamy mashed potatoes and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Taste of China - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create a family-style Chinese feast! Gather the family for a fun cooking class where you’ll make iconic Chinese favorites from scratch. With guidance from a top chef, you’ll create savory vegetable lo mein with noodles and vegetables and delicate chicken and chive dumplings with zesty ginger sauce. End the meal...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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The Best of New American Cuisine
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Put a savory gourmet spin on some classic domestic dishes with an elevated all-American menu. American favorites take on a whole new character in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Darnell. He'll demonstrate his techniques for reinventing familiar tastes by adding intriguing new elements.
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Chef Darnell
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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Team Building Activity
The Best Guacamole Competition
$99
Team Building Activity
$99
Bring culinary collaboration and friendly competition to the office in this high-energy cooking contest! Get your crew in smash mode for a guacamole-making challenge with Chef Greg, where the best guac on the block takes top prize. Your team will have a blast creating their best takes on this beloved dip.
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Chef Greg
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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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.
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Covid-19 Precautions
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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