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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Valentine's
Vegetarian Favorites of Asia
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to create an extraordinary vegetarian meal with Asian flair under Chef Greg's guidance. The culinary traditions of Asia are built on a foundation of fresh ingredients and lend themselves very well to a vegetarian diet. Join Chef Greg to learn how to make four Asian plant-focused dishes from scratch.
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Chef Greg
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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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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Italian Coastal Delight - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor an authentic Italian meal together! Embark on a culinary escapade through the Italian seaside in this vibrant cooking class. An expert chef will guide you through the creation of a succulent seafood feast rooted in the traditions of Italy. Using fresh ingredients, you'll craft a gourmet meal together, make...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Coastal Italian Spirit - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
These dishes represent the most romantic flavors of the Old World. Make your own magical fare with special someone sharing your station thanks to a hands-on cooking class made for couples to enjoy. Refreshing dishes like hearty cioppino stew, salmon-topped bruschetta, classic Caesar salad and a white bean and tuna...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Showcase - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This supreme session takes inspiration from France's heritage of culinary artistry. With this exceptional cooking class worked into your plans, you can share a session in gourmet excellence with your favorite kitchen partner. Prepare an exquisite Parisian steakhouse menu in which each dish is given meticulous...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Flavorful - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft rich salmon rolls and grilled chicken yakitori for a memorable date night. Make your date night unforgettable with this cooking class! Dive into a hands-on experience, where you’ll master delicious flavors and key cooking skills. A chef will guide you and your date in crafting a rich salmon roll with a crunchy...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Tokyo Tastes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary trip through all the tastes of Tokyo. Fill your evening with fun and delicious flavors in this cooking class designed for two. Learn all the skills required to create the best Japanese food from scratch. The chef instructor will guide you and your plus one in making the perfect crunchy salmon roll a...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Lobster Ravioli Deluxe - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a session in exquisite Italian selections crafted by hand. Turn your together time into delicious moments with help from a couples' cooking class brimming with Old World magic. Learn time-honored traditions for making handcrafted pasta filled with rich lobster, fresh fennel salad, bake crostini topped with...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Gourmet - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master steak, shrimp cocktail, Caesar salad, baked potato, and chocolate lava cake. Elevate your date night with this cooking class, featuring a luxurious twist on classic steakhouse fare. Learn to perfectly sear a steak, make a boozy compound butter, and prepare a classic shrimp cocktail. Discover techniques for...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Italian Escapades - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of Italian cuisine with this interactive class. After this immersive cooking class for two, you'll never go back to store-bought pasta. Practice the delicate art of handmade pasta by preparing fresh dough to roll and cut different shapes. The chef instructor will also show you salad prep and create a...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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New Year’s Culinary - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ring in the New Year with flavor and romance Celebrating New Year's Eve with a chef-led cooking class offers the perfect opportunity for a romantic date night. Couples can learn to prepare exquisite dishes like steak au poivre with flamed brandy and mustard sauce, alongside truffled pommes purée. The experience is...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Pasta Perfection - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create fresh pasta, flavorful salad, shrimp scampi, and poached pears in this class. Join your partner for a cooking class and craft an indulgent Italian-inspired feast. In this hands-on session, work alongside classmates to make fresh pasta dough, rolling, cutting, and hand-forming it. Learn from a chef instructor...
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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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