Cooking Classes in Dallas
Best Cooking Classes in Dallas for your next culinary journey
Discover the bold flavors of the Big D with cooking classes in Dallas, where Southern charm meets global cuisine. Learn to create hearty Texas chili, bake sweet pecan pie or master a tender brisket. Expand your skills with Mediterranean mezze, handmade Italian pasta or delicate French pastries. These engaging cooking lessons, guided by expert five-star chefs, highlight Dallas’s dynamic food scene while offering hands-on techniques to sharpen your cooking skills. Located just a short drive from Fort Worth, Irving or Plano, these culinary classes are are well worth the trip and perfect for both beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Whether you’re crafting local favorites or exploring international dishes, culinary lessons in Dallas provide an unforgettable opportunity to savor, create and share hearty flavors with your loved ones. Reserve your spot in cooking courses today and discover the vibrant flavors of Dallas!
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Mardi Gras Memories
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Plan a festive spread for any day of the week or special occasion. The bold and spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine are at the forefront of this cooking class. Join a world-class chef for these fun and engaging culinary sessions. Learn how to prepare a bubbling pot of gumbo with a side of red beans and rice. Prepare a...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Cozy Tuscan Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join a couple's gourmet experience where you'll make an elevated Tuscan dinner. During this engaging cooking class, you'll discover the authentic flavors of Tuscany. Under the expert guidance of a top-rated chef, you and your plus one will share a romantic evening crafting a cozy and delicious Italian dinner. From...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Flavors of the Hawaiian Tropics
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Get a taste of Hawaii with rich and tropical flavors. Explore the culture and flavors of Hawaii in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Juan will teach you how to make a feast featuring authentic flavors from around the Hawaiian islands.
To begin the class, you'll learn how to make a traditional Hawaiian poke bowl...
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Chef Juan
Serving the Dallas area
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Culinary Techniques With Italian Flair
$100
Cooking Class
$100
Discover the popular flavors of Italy by practicing recipes from the Old World. Explore the wide world of Italian cuisine in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality Italian fare under the instruction of a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while...
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Chef Jarrett
Serving the Dallas area
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Gourmet Pizza-Making Essentials
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef Chris as you use fresh and flavorful ingredients to create custom pizzas. Take pizza night to a sophisticated level with this interactive cooking class where Chef Chris will teach you how to make expertly prepared pizza dough completely from scratch.
You'll also make two unique sauces — an herby pesto...
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Chef Chris
Serving the Dallas area
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SMALL CLASS
Classic Texas Steakhouse
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Learn how to prepare classic Texas recipes boasting bold Texas-sized flavor profiles with Chef Lula. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lula, you will learn how to prepare a larger-than-life three-course menu using fresh ingredients as well as recipes and cooking techniques that epitomize Texas cuisine.
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Chef Lula
Serving the Dallas area
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All About Chocolate Ganache
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make chocolate ganache for truffles, cakes and more with Chef Zach. Ganache is a smooth, soft spread made from chocolate and cream, and is often used to fill truffles, sandwich between cookies or to frost cakes. In this cooking class with Chef Zach, you will learn how to make your own chocolate ganache...
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Chef Zach
Carrollton (Trafalgar Square)
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Turnovers, Tarts and Cinnamon Confections
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to prepare delicious recipes using puff pastry. If you've ever wanted to learn how to laminate dough and make exquisite puff pastries, this cooking class is for you. You'll join an esteemed chef who delivers step-by-step instructions. Practice shaping the dough into cinnamon sugar palmiers and filling...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Puff Pastry Trio
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enhance your baking skills in fun and engaging culinary sessions. This cooking class features traditional techniques and essential baking skills for preparing puff pastry recipes. Join a gourmet chef with step-by-step guidance throughout the process. After learning how to layer butter and dough into flaky pastry...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Luxury Italian Flavors
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Explore authentic Italian cuisine and rich flavors. Craft a meal that will make you feel as if you're in Italy in this engaging cooking class. Chef Juan will teach you how to make an authentic Italian feast featuring luxurious flavors.
Start by making an Italian crudo, a raw fish dish served with herbs and tomatoes...
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Chef Juan
Serving the Dallas area
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Vibrant Latin Fare
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Learn to make South American-inspired dishes guided by top-rated chef. Jump into the flavorful world of Mexican, Latin & even Spanish culinary influences with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make gourmet dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new tips and tricks in the kitchen...
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Chef Jarrett
Serving the Dallas area
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Emily in Paris-Themed French Cooking
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to craft a classic French menu completely from scratch with Chef Chris. In this hands-on cooking class inspired by the popular series, Emily in Paris, you'll learn how to prepare a selection of signature French dishes. Learn foundational French cooking techniques while working with fresh seafood, red...
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Chef Chris
Serving the Dallas area
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Dallas
03/12/2024
Such a fun and educational evening - Chris was outstanding!
02/02/2024
Great cooking, would easily recommend.
01/26/2024
We learned a lot.
11/02/2023
We will definitely be back! Ten out of Ten would do again. Have a great time, learned and was encouraged to probe Chef Michaels brain and experience. I am very excited to try our recipes for the holidays!
Popular Cities We Serve Near Dallas
Plano
Historic Plano provides Texans in the Dallas area with an exciting expansion of their epicurean pursuits. Expert-led cooking classes in Plano bring fantastic new flavors to the dining lives of home cooks throughout the region.
Carrollton
The sweet suburb of Carrollton is a prime location for leaving the busy city buzz of Dallas behind for an easier pace. With cooking classes in Carrollton as part of the dining scene, aspiring chefs have creative solutions that offer fabulous handmade flavor.
Irving
Creative energy from a vibrant art scene gives Irving a character unlike any Dallas region. This includes bringing imaginative cuisine to your regimen while working with world-class chefs in top-notch cooking classes in Irving.
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Dallas
How much do cooking classes in Dallas cost?
Most cooking classes range from $59 to $100 or more per person. Costs for culinary classes will vary based on the session, the chef and the size of your group. The starting price and other fees on this page can be found on this page, beside each course listing. A tiered structure is applied based on details of the course and headcount.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
There's no previous experience necessary to join in on the fun of these cooking classes. In fact, the pressure-free setting and encouraging instruction provide an easygoing introduction to the art of cooking. You can learn the basics of food prep or advance your skills to the next level, all while discovering delicious new recipes from a variety of cultures and cuisines. There are cooking lessons for all ages, including children, teens and families that bring younger cooks into the kitchen. And for anyone with a special occasion to celebrate, you can tap into the excitement of preparing a delicious meal to commemorate birthdays, anniversaries, date nights and get-togethers with friends.
What should I expect during a typical class?
The catalog of the best cooking classes in Dallas provides you world-class culinary instruction from some of the finest chefs in the city. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks as eager as you are to elevate their skills. Each session provides the ingredients and tools required so you can jump into guided instruction and create the delicious dishes on the menu. The lessons unfold one step at a time, making it easier for you to relax and enjoy moments with your fellow food lovers. You may even have a chance to enjoy what you've created with your new friends after class ends.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You can master cake decorating, pasta making, creative grilling and more. With each session, you can enjoy smaller lessons that expand your skills and develop your gourmet sensibilities, like learning to balance flavors through seasoning and getting up to speed on how to use every knife in your chef's block. With cooking experiences that explore the art of specialty subjects like French pastries and Italian appetizers, you can hone in on your favorite part of the meal. For the worldly gourmet, courses focusing on regional flavors and domestic masterpieces offer a chance to sharpen your abilities while broadening your culinary horizons.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Spending quality time with your favorite people or connecting with new friends who share your love of food can enhance your life in delicious ways. You'll develop a sense of confidence in the kitchen, expand your sense of culinary creativity and gain mastery of essential skills that can serve you for a lifetime. Whether you're collecting new recipes for your repertoire with a session in Oak Cliff or practicing new techniques with a course in Deep Ellum, all cooking courses provide a chance to make new connections while working with some of the greatest chefs in Dallas and the surrounding area.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from local specialties like Tex-Mex and Southern style barbecue classes to keep things deliciously regional or try out with seafood courses that make the most of ingredients from the Gulf. There are also plenty of international courses that bring French, Italian and Mediterranean dishes to the table, as well as Asian and Latin American delight. You'll also find sessions near you that present restaurant level creations as good as anything on the menus at JOEY or the Woolworth.
Where do the classes take place?
Generally, top cooking classes in Dallas take place at the chef's home, in your home or at a prime third-party venue. Certain courses may bring a chef instructor to an office space or chosen venue for an onsite cooking experience. In these sessions, your chef will bring everything required to conduct the lesson, including specialty equipment and all necessary ingredients. Each course listing features a link to a map to let you know if your cake decorating session is in Preston Hollow or your bread making course is in Victory Park.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Dallas
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.