Couples Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Treat your sweetheart to a truly unique experience with couples cooking classes in Washington, D.C. There are a wide variety of classes from which to choose, whether you’d like to explore cuisine from around the world or prefer more local fare. With the guidance of expert local chefs, you will not only create delicious meals but new memories as well. Book one of these classes today!
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Gourmet Bistro Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the art of French cooking with a session in bistro bites. Turn your dining room into a home bistro in a hands-on cooking class centered around fine French cuisine. Learn authentic techniques as you create savory onion soup, roast tender chicken in an earthy cognac sauce and bring flavor to French beans with...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Elevated Lobster Ravioli Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Classic Italian cooking gets a modern upgrade with premium Mediterranean ingredients. This chef-led cooking class enhances traditional Italian techniques with contemporary flair and high-quality ingredients. Fresh, handmade pasta is cut and filled with tender lobster and dressed in a white wine beurre blanc sauce. The...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Italian Cuisine Selections - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Essential Italian dishes await you in this special date night cooking class. Dive into the soulful world of Italian cuisine as a talented chef shares the art of crafting perfect pasta, aromatic sauces and delectable desserts. Feel the passion of Italy in every bite, learning traditional techniques and savoring...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Elevated Beef Wellington Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your steak dinner with a classic beef Wellington. Master the art of creating the perfect beef Wellington in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the techniques from a chef instructor to create a flaky pastry crust from puff pastry and craft a flavorful pâté and mushroom duxelles to coat the tender cut of...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Steak Frites For Two
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come to the kitchen with your favorite co-chef for an evening of upscale cuisine. Your special someone will adore sharing the kitchen work in this in-person date night cooking class. Work with a host instructor who knows how to cook up romance. You'll prepare a feast worth savoring, featuring succulent steak au jus,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Romantic French Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy the flavors of France for a romantic date night. Elevate your date night by creating flavorful French cuisine in this cooking class. A chef will teach you how to perfectly pan-sear your meat and cook up the most delicious side dishes to be paired with it. After a flavorful main course, it's on to the dessert as...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Romantic French-Inspired Dinner - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You and your sweet someone will savor the chance to prepare this delicious French menu. Romance awaits in this in-person cooking class for couples. Create your own French menu while learning techniques used by gourmet chefs around the world. You'll prepare steak robed in bearnaise sauce, assemble sliced beets and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Stunning Italian Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the exquisite blend of simple yet rich flavors of Italian sweets. In this cooking class, you'll learn how to bring together ingredients and techniques to make classic Italian desserts. You'll start by frying and filling Italian donuts, blending hazelnut and chocolate's sweet and nutty flavors. Next, whip up...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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International Dumplings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring the delicious traditions of global dining to the table with a lesson in dumplings. Dumplings take on a different form and flavor in every region of the world, as you'll discover in this hands-on cooking class. Create a trio of tasty dumpling dishes that include pierogi stuffed with potatoes and topped with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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A Trip to Portugal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the culinary magic of preparing this uniquely European menu brimming with sumptuous flavors. Turn a new page in your culinary atlas with this hands-on cooking class celebrating the flavors of Portugal. Prepare a unique chicken entrée using piri piri, a mix of spices and seasonings that turn up the flavor....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Flavors of the Tuscan Countryside
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a mouthwatering steak tagliata with rich risotto for a crave-worthy meal. Utilize practical culinary techniques and classic flavor combinations for a fresh take on surf and turf. Balsamic vinegar infuses flavor and tenderizes the steak before you sear it in a cast iron pan, while a topping of arugula and fried...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Modern Taste of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the tantalizing flavors of Thai cuisine. Try new recipes and hone your kitchen skills in this immersive Thai cooking class led by a world-class chef instructor. Practice your knife skills by chopping, slicing and dicing a variety of vegetables and other ingredients throughout the class, discover how to...
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Verified Chef
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.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Washington, D.C.
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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