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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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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Spanish Food - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfect for date night, create Spanish dishes like pork loin and olive oil ice cream. Explore Spanish-inspired cuisine in a hands-on cooking class featuring innovative Breville appliances. Learn to prepare tender pork loin with smoky romesco sauce, create a fresh salad with vinaigrette using the Breville Control Grip...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Italian Coastal Escape - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a romantic date night cooking delicious coastal Italian dishes together in the kitchen. For a delightful date night, a chef-led cooking class featuring a coastal Italian feast offers an unforgettable experience. In this cooking class, couples learn to prepare dishes like cioppino, a hearty seafood stew, and...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Tuscan Love Feast- Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master Tuscan dishes with steak, homemade tagliatelle, and chocolate-hazelnut swirl gelato. Elevate your date night with this cooking class, featuring Tuscan-inspired dishes. Learn to prepare a pan-roasted steak with capers, arugula, and Parmesan, and create homemade tagliatelle with pancetta and peas. Master the art...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Fun French Flavors - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elegant dishes for a fantastic French-inspired menu for two. Experience an evening of French culinary delights with this esteemed cooking class. Discover the tastes of seared salmon and homemade saffron hollandaise sauce, paired with Herbes de Provence steamed rice. Refresh your palate with a winter salad featuring...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Spanish Cuisine Mastery - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Spanish flavors with expert techniques and Breville appliances in this immersive cooking class. Explore the vibrant flavors of Spanish-inspired cuisine in this cooking class, featuring state-of-the-art Breville appliances. Learn to prepare a tender pork loin with a rich, smoky romesco sauce and create a fresh...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Tokyo Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unleash your culinary skills with a delightful Tokyo-inspired menu. This cooking class offers a delightful twist on date night, focusing on Japanese flavors. You and your partner will learn to make rich salmon rolls and grill chicken yakitori with a zesty glaze. As you navigate this culinary adventure, you’ll...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Fall Feast Togetherness - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A romantic evening of steak and other seasonal delights. This cooking class has everything you need for the perfect date night. Savor the essence of fall with a menu that celebrates seasonal produce and tender steak. Learn to sear a juicy steak with a bourbon-shallot compound butter. Work together to create a classic...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Steakhouse Stakeout - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a classic steakhouse meal for two. Join this cooking class and create a steakhouse date night to remember. You and your partner will discover the secrets to a perfectly seared steak and craft a boozy compound butter that elevates your dish. Add to your meal with an expertly prepared shrimp...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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French Bistro Menu - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master classic French recipes with your favorite cooking partner. Treat your partner to a special date night cooking class. Working together, you’ll learn time-honored techniques to make French cuisine, starting with sautéed salmon with a saffron Hollandaise and sides of Provence herb steamed rice and a tangy...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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An Italian Autumn - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A romantic culinary experience exploring seasonal ingredients. Treat your special someone to an evening of romance and Italian cuisine in this cooking class designed for two. Learn to create a delicious evening meal with the freshest seasonal ingredients, from a zesty homemade vinaigrette to creamy polenta. You and...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Romantic Italian Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ignite your passion for Italian cuisine together. In this cooking class, you and your partner will embark on a culinary adventure. Together, you’ll master the art of making fresh pasta, rolling it out, and shaping it into delightful forms. You’ll also prepare a vibrant salad and a savory shrimp scampi that...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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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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