Date Night Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Prepare for a romantic evening with date night cooking classes in Washington, D.C. You and your special someone will delight in learning to prepare mouthwatering cuisine together from local gourmet chefs. Whether you’d like to explore exotic international cuisine or prefer to delve into more local fare, there is a class to fit your interest. Expert chefs provide a warm and inviting environment in which to learn. Book a class today!
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Romantic Taste of France - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French Cuisine Spice up your next date night with a romantic French cooking class. Learn to create gourmet dishes from a five-star professional chef in a hands-on environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while having a blast with your date. Enjoy a multi-course menu including an appetizer, entree and dessert of...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Proper Knife Techniques With Wüsthof
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Advance your knife work with speed, precision and finesse. In this skill-driven cooking class, an expert chef teaches you proper form using expertly crafted Wüsthof knives. Learn to cut with confidence whether chopping produce or breaking down meat. As you cook, the chef shares gourmet techniques and valuable...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Sweet Summertime Bistro - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover an effortlessly delicious and classic French meal to level-up date nights and at-home meals. Bring the magic of a French bistro to you with this chef-led cooking class for couples. Gain culinary confidence as you master the art of a perfect roast chicken, then practice knife skills as you slice and dice...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Romantic Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Italian for two. Take a romantic tasting tour of Italy in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Create fun memories with your date while mastering new skills in the kitchen. Enjoy a multi-course menu of gourmet Italian fare...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Parisian Luxury - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in the elegance and charm of gourmet French cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, a world-class chef teaches you and your date fine dining techniques from traditional French cuisine. You’ll learn how to sear scallops with finesse and develop a luxurious beurre blanc sauce. Layer potatoes, gruyère and...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Parisian Romance for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor this carefully curated experience capturing romance and classic cooking for a special date night. Create your own romance with this chef-led cooking class that encapsulates French cuisine. Rustic and flavorful without too much fuss, you'll pan-roast a whole chicken to juicy perfection before browning butter for...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Bistro Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French Menu For Two Bring the romance of a cozy French bistro to your next date night with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create authentic French dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while having a blast with your date. Enjoy a multi-course menu...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Sizzlin' Steak & Crab - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Effortlessly create a decadent surf and turf meal that's easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Master techniques for a bounty from land and sea with this chef-led cooking class. Fire up the grill and achieve a perfect sear and tender middle, then season and bake mouthwatering lump crab cakes that are buttery and soft....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Premium Filet Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your date with an exquisite filet cooked to perfection Together, indulge in a luxurious night of culinary discovery featuring a menu designed around an exquisite filet in this immersive cooking class. Under the expert guidance of a chef instructor, you’ll learn the art of preparing filet to highlight the...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Romance in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French Fare For Two Whisk your partner away to France with this immersive cooking class experience. Learn to cook restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master hands-on French culinary techniques such as sauteeing, julienning vegetables and deglazing pans while having...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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French Luxury Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your date to a luxurious French feast Together you will experience the delicacies of coastal France in this date night cooking class! You and your partner will learn top tips and techniques from an expert chef in order to create your very own luxurious French feast using the finest ingredients. Ending on a sweet...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Steak For Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Steakhouse Fare Skip the stuffy steakhouse and impress your date with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create savory steakhouse cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Cook through a multi-course menu for two including an appetizer, entree and dessert. Master new skills in the kitchen...
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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)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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