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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Sophisticated Sauces
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take everyday recipes from good to gourmet with an elevated sauce. This skill-driven cooking class highlights the importance of a great sauce. With tips from the chef, you’ll practice fundamental techniques for making luxurious sauces from scratch. Emulsify velvety, saffron-infused hollandaise to drape over salmon...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Wine-Infused Eats - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Wine and dine with your special someone in a wine-infused cooking class. Indulge in an evening of culinary pleasures with a date night cooking class for two. Wine is the talking point of this session and you'll cook with it too.Prepare to make a selection of dishes infused with wine, including pan seared steak paired...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Romantic Wine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore your love of wine and cuisine with a unique culinary experience. Food and wine enthusiasts can share a fun and engaging evening out with this cooking class. You'll learn how to pair wine with sophisticated recipes. Sear a steak and master making a Marsala and shallot pan sauce. Slice ingredients for a roasted...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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South American Sensations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delight in bold, spicy, tangy and sweet flavors from across Latin America. This immersive cooking class takes you on a journey of South American cuisine, sampling signature regional dishes. Led by a world-class chef, you’ll practice traditional methods from grilling steak to shaping Salvadoran pupusas. Improve...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Autumns Delight: Fall Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the flavors of fall during an afternoon of non-stop cooking. Pleasant fall flavors and seasonal ingredients are the theme of this in-depth cooking class. Learn how to grill, bake and sauté using seasonal ingredients and useful techniques. You’ll start by properly marinating steak and perfecting your...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Autumn Banquet
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dive into the flavors of a fall feast with new recipes and menu ideas. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class explores essential skills for grilling, baking and sautéing a variety of seasonal vegetables and other ingredients. Learn how to use basil and zesty orange gremolata to marinate a seared steak. Next, make...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Simplifying Stuffed Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how easy it can be to make fresh filled pasta at home. This hands-on cooking class takes the intimidation out of pasta-making with guidance and feedback from an expert chef. Follow along with the chef instructor through each step of the process from forming and rolling the dough to filling, folding and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Chef's Pick - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn your date night into a memorable culinary experience. If romance, good food and culinary learning are what you desire, this cooking class is exactly what you need. Alongside your date, you'll navigate the kitchen and prepare a selection of gourmet dishes. You'll pan-roast seasonal veggies paired with farro, craft...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Gourmet Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend time learning new skills and techniques to create culinary magic. Take a break from the same old/same old with this cooking class designed for couples. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll bond while learning how to prepare restaurant-quality recipes. Learn how to make a classic Wellington using pork tenderloin and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seasonal Italian Inspirations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a seasonal gourmet menu with rustic Italian flair. This hands-on cooking class integrates seasonal produce and Italian traditions in a cozy, flavorful menu. An expert chef teaches you classic methods for stuffing chicken with prosciutto and fontina and cooking butternut squash polenta to the ideal consistency....
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Farmers Market: Steak Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to cook with the freshest ingredients. Turn your farmers market produce finds into a scrumptious meal with this hands-on cooking class. Learn how to use fresh ingredients to make a well-rounded steak dinner with roasted garlic compound butter, a refreshing mint pesto vinaigrette and sautéed green beans. A...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Farmers Market Goodness
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Pick up tips for making the most of the local farmers market. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class focuses on the goodness of local and organic produce. Support small businesses while learning how to grill flank steak, roast garlic for compound butter, chop mint for pesto, make griddled flatbread, sautée green...
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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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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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