Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Best cooking classes in Washington, D.C. for your next culinary journey
Cooking classes in Washington D.C. are a new and exciting way to explore this vibrant historical city. The D.C. food scene takes inspiration from cuisines and cultures all over the world, with plenty of local chefs well-versed in menus to match. Each hands-on course will help you refine your cooking skills, learn new techniques and walk away with five-star dishes to add to your recipe rotation. Begin your culinary journey and book cooking lessons in Washington D.C. today!
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Taste of Thailand - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thai Fare. Jump into the flavorful world of Thai food in this hands-on date night cooking class. Learn to balance the five flavors of Thai food under the instruction of a top-notch professional chef. Master new skills in the kitchen such as wok frying and chopping vegetables while having a blast with your date. Cook...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
CHEF’S PLACE
Puff Pastry Several Ways
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake an array of sweet and savory pastry treats This comprehensive cooking class will teach you how to make the perfect pastry. Once you have mastered the art of laminated dough, you will fill your pastries with a variety of sweet and savory toppings. You’ll be sure to impress your future dinner guests with your...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Wildflower Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make beautiful wildflower macarons for Spring. Spring is on its way and now is the time to start learning how to make stunning flower macarons in this 3-hour wildflowers macaron cooking class. In this exciting class, you'll be guided by a gourmet chef on preparing the perfect batter to pipe beautiful...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Italian Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A taste of Italy. Spoil your date with a decadent taste of Italy in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as chopping vegetables and searing meats while having a blast with your...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Sweet Wildflower Macarons For Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake pretty floral-shaped macarons for Mother's Day. With a focus on flowers, this cooking class will allow you to unleash your creative side as you learn how to make macarons just in time for Mother's Day. The expert chef will demonstrate how to create flower-shaped macarons and teach you how to make the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant Macarons For Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make French macaron treats for your mom. Macarons are a popular French meringue treat that you can learn how to make in this macarons for mom cooking class. Macarons are known for their sweetness and petite colors. In a fun class, a top-rated chef will teach you how to make two flavors, Peach and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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South American Flare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Latin American cuisine. Bring the heat to your next date night with this spicy Latin American cooking class. Learn to create zesty South American cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Enjoy a multi-course menu of restaurant-quality dishes. Master new skills in the kitchen while...
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Baking Challenge
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Take your child around the world without leaving home in this international class. In this hands-on cooking series, your teen will get to expand their culinary horizons with a baking class focused on flavors and techniques from around the world. Taught by a top-rated instructor, this is one of those summer cooking...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: World Baking
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Explore how to make baked goods from around the world. In this immersive cooking series, aspiring teen chefs will learn how to craft baked goods from around the world. A chef instructor will teach kids ages 12 and older the recipes and techniques to make these world-class treats. They'll learn how to make dough from...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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French Cuisine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Parisian Fare. Whisk your date off to the romantic city of love in this French cooking class. Learn to create classic Parisian dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while creating memories with your plus one. Cook through a multi-course menu including an...
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
CHEF’S PLACE
Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Complex Recipes
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Let your teen explore the adventurous side of cooking in this hands-on class. In this interactive cooking series, teens aged 12 and older will get to unlock new culinary worlds and explore their own creativity with adventurous and challenging recipes and complex flavor profiles. If you’re looking for summer cooking...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
CHEF’S PLACE
Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Culinary Adventure
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Teens will go on a culinary adventure, exploring new recipes and techniques. Aspiring chefs will love being challenged in this cooking series. A chef instructor will guide kids ages 12 and older through engaging and challenging recipes during these five summer cooking classes. They'll learn new recipes as well as...
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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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.