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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SMALL CLASS
African Southern Fusion
$95
Cooking Class
$95
See what happens when you combine a trip up the African coast with Southern comfort. In this cooking class with Chef Lula, you will embark on a beautiful adventure of transcendent food discovery as you explore an unforgettable cuisine that combines exotic African flair with modern Southern comfort.
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Chef Lula
Serving the Dallas area
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European Bread Sessions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Check out the flavorful varieties of Italian and Irish bread. Join this cooking class to learn how to prepare restaurant-worthy European bread selections. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll pick up tips and tricks for mixing, baking and proofing dough. Learn how to shape Italian rosemary and roasted garlic focaccia,...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Kids Cooking Series
Teens Cooking Series
Pranking With Food - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Join the kids and discover ways to prepare fun and trick-worthy recipes. Led by an esteemed chef, this family-friendly cooking class is an excellent way to engage the jokesters in your crew. You'll learn how to make a duo of cleverly disguised treats. Start by making meatloaf cupcakes complete with mashed potato...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Fresh Pasta From Scratch
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to make simple pasta by hand and several other Italian-inspired dishes. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Chris, you'll learn techniques and tips for how to make fresh ravioli by hand. Complete the meal with a savory sauce, a crisp wedge salad and an authentic Italian panna cotta.
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Chef Chris
Serving the Dallas area
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Kids Cooking Series
Teens Cooking Series
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Fun Culinary Fare - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gather the family and learn how to have fun in the kitchen. Discover the practical joker side of the culinary world with this cooking class. Designed for kids and adults, a gourmet chef leads these fun and engaging sessions. Create meatloaf cupcakes complete with fluffy mashed potato frosting. Next, put together dirt...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Italian Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Find out why Italian food is a leader in culinary romance in this session. Whether you are searching for a unique date night idea or you and your partner love cooking together, then this cooking class is for you. You will learn new skills and dishes as expert chefs guide you through their knowledge and experience in...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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The Beauty of Braising
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how the method of braising can make for meltingly tender, beautiful, fall-off-the-bone short ribs. In this hands-on class with Chef Chris, you will learn how to take the toughest pieces of meat and transform them into a succulent meal that is both rustic and sophisticated.
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Chef Chris
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Thrills of Italy - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A global date night culinary experience to Italy especially for two. Join this cooking class for a twist on your next date night. Learn to make classic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients. Make meatballs from scratch and cover them with a delicious sauce. Practice essential Italian cooking techniques such as...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Scratch-Made Street Tacos
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take your tastebuds to the traditional street food treats of a Mexican neighborhood. Learn how to prepare unique taco creations in this fun and engaging cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who will teach you how to mix, press and cook corn tortillas. SautГ©e authentic fillings like al pastor pork, roasted...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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Local Farmers' Market Fare
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover some of the best ways to utilize fresh and local ingredients in the kitchen. In this hands-on class with Chef Chris, you will learn how to create a restaurant-quality meal using the freshest local ingredients brought to life with skills and techniques that translate across all types of cuisines.
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Chef Chris
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Classic Mexican Street Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to make your favorite Mexican street food at home. Bring the flavors of the street to your home kitchen with this cooking class. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll complete steps for mixing, pressing and cooking corn tortillas. Next, prepare homemade fillings like pastor pork, chipotle lime shrimp roasted...
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Chef Kate or Resident Chef
Dallas (North Dallas)
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Delicious Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the skills required to make a variety of dim sum dishes in this session. You will learn to make delicious dim sum dishes in this hands-on and refreshing cooking class. Dim sum dishes are perfect for sampling and sharing tasty plates of food. An expert chef will show you how to make a variety of dim sum dishes...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Southlake
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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.