Healthy Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Healthy eating should not come at the expense of flavor. To the contrary, expert chefs guide you through preparing a wide range of mouthwatering meals to please your palate. Whether you’d like to learn to make a zesty gourmet salad or even a delectable dessert, there are so many classes to suit your particular interest. Begin your journey by booking a hands-on healthy cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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The Art of Mindful Cooking
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to consciously and creatively make healthy food from scratch with Chef Yolande. Boost creativity and mindfulness in this hands-on cooking class as you master the preparation of a three-course menu crafted using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
You'll enjoy every step of the process as you disregard...
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Chef Yolande
Arlington (Arlington Forest)
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Healthy Mediterranean Inspired Meal
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn that it's absolutely possible to eat well while putting your health front and center. In this hands-on class with Chef Sally, you will learn how to prepare a delicious and nutritious four-course menu featuring Mediterranean-inspired flavor profiles, fresh, high-quality ingredients, and healthy cooking...
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Chef Sally
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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Fresh Gluten-Free Cuisine
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Chef Shalia demystifies the art of creating healthy gluten-free meals that don't sacrifice on flavor. In this hands-on class, Chef Shalia proves that a gluten-free diet does not have to be a hinderance, but instead an opportunity to get creative in the kitchen with fresh flavors.
Chef Shalia's gluten-free...
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Chef Shalia
Washington (Northwest Washington)
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Southwestern Tapas
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Spice up your dinner routine with these easy to make and deliciously healthy Latin favorites. In this hands-on class, Chef Shalia will guide you through the preparation of a three-course Southwestern tapas menu. Once you master the basic techniques, you are sure to find yourself impressing your friends and family at...
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Chef Shalia
Washington (Northwest Washington)
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Lightened Up Italian Favorites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Enjoy the soul-satisfying Italian dishes you know and love sans added calories and fat. Chef Kate combines her Italian heritage with her degree in nutrition to teach you how to make modifications for dietary restrictions without sacrificing flavor in this hands-on Italian cooking class. Each and every item on Chef...
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Chef Kate
Fairfax
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Intro to the Keto Diet
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef Laura on a journey to restore your health with the ketogenic diet. Chef Laura utilizes her vast expertise as a chef to introduce the keto diet in a way you will understand. The chef follows this food plan and is ready to share her knowledge with you!
The ketogenic diet is involves eating a high-fat,...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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The Breakfast of Champions
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to make healthy breakfast dishes to power through your day like a champion. Chef Judith knows that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. In this hand-on class, she will teach you how to make three different breakfast dishes loaded with healthy and tasty ingredients.
You will begin by learning...
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Chef Judith
Alexandria
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Meatless Italian Cuisine
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef Judith on a culinary journey to Italy with a vegetarian twist. Chef Judith will draw upon her extensive culinary experience to offer you a one-of-a-kind opportunity to make your favorite Italian meals in a vegetarian fashion.
Discover how to prepare authentic Italian cuisine that is totally meat free!...
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Chef Judith
Alexandria
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Simple Vegan Meals
$85
Cooking Class
$85
A three-course vegan meal awaits your senses with Chef Judith. Chef Judith is ready to share her immense knowledge on cooking vegan style with you. Allow her to show you just how amazing vegan cuisine can be.
In this class, Chef Judith will introduce you to new and exciting cooking techniques, as you learn how to...
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Chef Judith
Alexandria
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Cooking With Heirloom Ingredients
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn the best ways to highlight the unique flavors and colors of heirloom produce. If you're an heirloom gardener or someone who's passionate about the beautiful colors and flavors of heirloom produce, this is the class for you! Let Chef Kisha show you some of her favorite kitchen techniques for showing off the...
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Chef Kisha
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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Farm To Table
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Create memorable meals with fresh produce and ingredients from your farmer’s market. Let Chef Kisha guide you through the process of choosing only the finest ingredients to bring gourmet farm to table cooking into your kitchen to impress guests at every occasion. Learn to use farm fresh items from your local...
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Chef Kisha
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
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SOUP for 2!
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Surprise your significant other with a unique date night and learn to make classic soups! Learn how to up your culinary game with your sweetheart at your side in this class. Chef Judith has over 10 years of cooking experience under her belt and will show you how to make two soups that usually come out of a...
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Chef Judith
Alexandria
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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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