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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Fresh Homemade Winter Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make a winter meal with fresh ingredients in this cooking class. Be inspired by your local farmers market in this fresh homemade winter meal cooking class. In this class, you'll follow the guidance of a five-star chef to make a creamy polenta with wild mushroom ragù and roasted carrot tartlets. You'll pair this with...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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French Culinary Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Incorporate a hearty helping of wow factor into your dinner plans. There's no stopping the fabulous flavors in this cooking class favoring the finest of French cuisine. With dishes like coq au vin, homemade vinaigrette-topped winter greens and fresh crepes flavored with lemon and sugar, your chef instructor has...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Mediterranean Harvest Market
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform seasonal market produce into an elevated Mediterranean feast. Inspired by seasonal farmers market finds, this hands-on cooking class features fresh regional produce in a modern gourmet menu. Hearty wild mushrooms simmer into a rustic ragú to serve over creamy polenta. Then, you'll explore flavor and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Cooking in the Winter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make French foods this winter in this cooking class. Warm up your kitchen by joining this French cooking in the winter cooking class, where you will learn how to make delicious foods under the guidance of a top-rated chef. Start the class by pan-roasting tender chicken breasts with whole-grain mustard,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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The Spanish Kitchen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
European cuisine has seldom been so fresh and flavorful. Incorporate a suite of sumptuous Spanish selections into your weeknight dinner regimen with this in-person cooking class on the calendar. Embark on a culinary journey with a top local chef guiding you through roasted pork loin, savory patatas bravas and homemade...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Gourmet French Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft an elegant French menu for a special night. Blending classic ingredients with timeless techniques, each dish in this cooking class makes an evening together extra special. Your instructor will teach you to sear scallops to perfection, make indulgent champagne beurre blanc, compose a beautiful pommes anna and so...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Tasty Japanese Bakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Freshen up your dessert tray with a trio of terrific confections. Your home kitchen becomes a Japanese bakery when you recreate the delicious recipes in this exciting cooking class. Learn the simple processes behind a bevy of beauitful bakes, including fluffy cheesecake, tangy glazed mochi donuts and brightly-flavored...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Exploring Japanese Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the sweet side of Japanese cooking in this hands-on cooking class. Elevate your dessert game by learning something new in this exploring Japanese desserts cooking class led by a top-rated chef. The chef will teach you some must-know baking tips and show you how to make a light and fluffy Japanese cheesecake...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Italian Desserts at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make your favorite sweets from across Italy in your home kitchen. This hands-on cooking class takes you on a sweet Italian adventure. As you compose each dessert, you’ll add new skills to your repertoire from preparing creamy fillings to making chocolate embellishments. Your chef instructor shares tips for...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Trouble-Free French Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate the luxe vibes of a first-rate Parisian bistro, one simple dish at a time. Lift your culinary craft to new heights with a cooking class exploring simple French fare. Whether you're pan-roasting salmon in a zesty lemon and caper sauce, assembling French onion soup and vibrant mixed-green salad or baking...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Cozy Homemade Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake some comforting and rustic bread in this cooking class. Fill your home with the warm smell of freshly baked bread in this cozy homemade bread baking cooking class led by a top-rated chef. You'll learn how to mix and knead bread dough to bake an Italian rosemary and roasted garlic focaccia and a rustic Dutch oven...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Refined Italian Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn classic Italian recipes into high-end cuisine with tips from an expert chef. This gourmet cooking class enhances traditional Tuscan ingredients and techniques with modern finesse. Guided by the chef, you’ll develop decadent chianti pan sauce to serve with strip steak, use classic methods to prepare pillowy...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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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
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
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