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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Modern Moroccan Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience the tantalizing flavors and aromas of gourmet Moroccan cuisine. This immersive cooking class invites you on a culinary adventure to the kitchens of Marrakesh where fragrant spices fill the air. Working with regional ingredients, you’ll prepare a dynamic feast featuring seared steak with parsley-cilantro...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Proper English Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Plan a romantic meal that you can recreate any time. Invite your significant other to join this cooking class featuring classic English cuisine. With step-by-step guidance from an esteemed chef, you'll master making puff pastry and wrapping a tender cut of beef. Your side is a plate of fluffy mashed potatoes and green...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Rich and Decadent Italian Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Indulge in some of Italy's finest desserts in this cooking class. Elevate your meal with a sweet ending in this rich and decadent Italian desserts cooking class led by a master chef. In this class, you'll learn how to make classic Italian donuts called bomboloni which have been filled with hazelnut and chocolate. Whip...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Contemporary French Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic French dishes get a gourmet update in this hands-on lesson. Drawing inspiration from seasonal ingredients, this interactive cooking class re-imagines traditional French recipes in a rustic modern menu. Follow along with the chef as you learn to pan-roast chicken with savory aromatics. You’ll whisk tangy,...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Italian Coastline Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn updated techniques for creating delicious Italian meals. Under the guidance of an esteemed chef, this cooking class is the perfect way to spruce up your culinary repertoire. Learn how to properly steam mussels in white wine. Prepare homemade ravioli to fill with sweet peas, basil-mint pesto and crispy...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Baking in the Winter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake some cozy winter foods in this cooking class. Learn how to bake some delicious goods in this baking in the winter cooking class led by a master chef. You'll learn how to bake mouthwatering and decadent desserts like a sticky toffee pudding and make a brown butter chocolate cookie in a skillet. You will also make...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Festive French Bistro - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate bistro favorites into festive fare with tips from a gourmet chef. Inspired by the magic of the season, this immersive cooking class infuses classic dishes with timeless French finesse. Your expert instructor teaches you to make traditional steak au poivre, then glamorize the dish with a flamed brandy sauce....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Tropical Tastes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring island-inspired flavors and culinary techniques to your home kitchen. If you've always dreamed of recreating recipes from island travels, this cooking class is the perfect way to start. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to slice, mix and season a variety of recipes. Begin by making tostones and creamy...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Bringing Spanish Flavors To The Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to cook with authentic Spanish flavors in this cooking class. Impress your dinner guests with an authentic Spanish meal by joining a bringing Spanish flavors to the table cooking class. Join a five-star chef and learn how to make roasted pork loin with smoked almond Romesco sauce and crispy fried potatoes....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Classic Cozy Bakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create comforting desserts to warm the soul even on the chilliest nights. This baking-focused cooking class features beloved desserts that have withstood the test of time. With each recipe, you’ll improve your baking skills from making sponges and sauces for sticky toffee pudding to infusing flavor into every bite...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Valentine's
Heart-Felt Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring your favorite French pastries to your home kitchen. Add new skills to your baking resume in this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will share tips for preparing adorable macarons. After mixing and shaping an almond-based dough, you'll form perfectly round and heart-shaped shells. Two flavors include...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Kids Cooking Series
Kids Winter Wonderland - Holiday Baking
$199
Cooking Class
$199
Young chefs will learn some must-know baking skills in this cooking class. Young home chefs between the ages of 7-11 will want to attend this kids winter wonderland holiday baking cooking class, where they will learn some basic kitchen safety skills from a master chef. Over 3 days, they will learn how to mix the...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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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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Requires Proof of Vaccine
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