Cooking Classes in the Washington, D.C. Region
Best cooking classes in the Washington, D.C. Region for your next culinary journey
The cooking classes offered in the Washington, D.C. area are unique and inspiring. Browse through the many cuisine offerings that are from all over the globe. Try your hand at preparing an old favorite, or opt for an international cuisine you've never even tasted before. No matter what you decide, you will learn something new. Go home with exciting new kitchen skills to show off to your family and friends. Try your cooking journey today!
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Mushroom Menu for Lovers (or Friends) for 2
$175
Cooking Class
$175
Mushrooms, mushrooms and more mushrooms! Find a fellow Mycophile — mushroom lover — and join Chef Laura for this guide through mushrooms from A to Z.
From cleaning to prepping and cooking, Chef Laura will teach you everything you need to know — plus a few tips you didn't even know you needed to know — to...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Sauces for Seafood and Poultry for 2
$175
Cooking Class
$175
Discover the secrets of simple sauces in this indulgent class with Chef Laura. Relax with a friend or partner as Chef Laura expertly demystifies deglazing, showing you how to make easy one-pan sauces and how to modify them easily to suit every occasion.
Begin by making succulent pan-seared scallops paired with a...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Cutting Edge Knife Skills for 2
$175
Cooking Class
$175
Learn how to slice and dice like a professional with Chef Laura. Sharpen your knife skill as you prepare three courses completely from scratch! Chef Laura will teach you and your partner basic knife skills that you'll hone as you chop ingredients for two inventive salads that can be easily recreated at home.
Begin...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Valentine's
Mushroom Lovers Menu
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Find out everything you've always wanted to know about mushroom but were afraid to ask! Celebrate the mushroom with Chef Laura as your guide! In this hands-on cooking class you'll learn the best way to clean them, cook them and a few insider tricks to sealing in flavor in the process.
A few of the recipes you'll...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Sauces for Seafood and Poultry
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn how to craft simple sauces that turn dinners into events. Chef Laura will show you how to create simple, one-pan sauces completely from scratch using high-quality ingredients.
She will then show you how to recreate these same sauces with varying combinations of wines, vinegar, stocks and herbs for an...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Cutting Edge Knife Skills
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Sharpen your skills and feast on three incredible courses with Chef Laura. Fresh produce and protein are perfect canvases to practice knife-cutting techniques. In this class with Chef Laura you'll learn basic knife skills from Chef Laura to keep you safe and to save you time in the kitchen.
You'll begin with a Thai...
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Chef Laura
Silver Spring
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Beef Burrito for 2
$65
Cooking Class
$65
Invite a guest to join you to learn to create this hearty Mexican menu You and your partner will be welcomed into Chef Dave's family operation and treated to a private class with this top executive Chef. Chef Dave will clearly demonstrate step-by-step as you and your guest follow along at individually-equipped cooking...
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Chef Dave
Severna Park
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The Big Beef Burrito
$65
Cooking Class
$65
Learn to make this tasty Mexican classic with fresh steak Chef Dave runs a family operation that focuses on healthy food. This protein-packed burrito is made with lean steak and fresh ingredients. Students work at individually-equipped work stations as they grill and chop steak and create all components of this meal...
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Chef Dave
Severna Park
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That's Not Lasagne for 2
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Bring a friend along to learn to create this delicious classic dish with a twist Chef Dave and his family-run operation are all about healthy food and good living.
In this two and a half hour class you and your partner will prepare a fresh caesar salad with crunchy croutons, a healthy pasta-less lasagne and finish...
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Chef Dave
Severna Park
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That's Not Lasagne
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn to make delicious vegetarian lasagne without pasta With more than 10 years as an executive Chef, Chef Dave has a vast array of culinary skills at his fingertips. But he is also a gifted teacher.
Students will prepare a tasty ceasar salad, then create a zucchini lasagne with fresh herbs and aged Asagio...
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Chef Dave
Severna Park
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Chicken Saucing for 2
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Let executive Chef Dave show you how to make tender chicken with his signature sauce You and your partner will work side by side at individually-equipped stations while Chef Dave demonstrates cooking techniques with the help of overhead mirrors. You and your guest will be doing 95% of the cooking during this hands-on...
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Chef Dave
Severna Park
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Chicken and Sauces
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn to make a chicken lunch and scrumptious sauces Chef Dave spent years in the hotel industry and clearly knows his way around the kitchen. Students in Chef Dave's comfortable kitchens work at individually-equipped stations and create 95% of all three courses.
Only the freshest ingredients are used to create...
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Chef Dave
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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.