Beginner Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Learn to create your favorite meals in a warm and welcoming environment provided by expert local chefs. There is a variety of classes from which to choose, whether your interest lies in international cuisine, local dishes or beyond. Take the intimidation out of cooking delicious meals and learn to create savory meals in your own home. Begin your culinary journey by booking a fun beginner cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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Summer Culinary Sampler: France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the cuisines of Brittany and Normandy with an expert chef. Delve into traditional techniques using modern ingredients in this classic French cooking class. Begin by rolling savory crГЄpes filled with ham and melted GruyГЁre, then mince and blend up an herby compound butter to melt over grilled asparagus....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Tastes of Southern France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a tantalizing trip to the south of France The perfect French meal awaits you in this engaging cooking class. An expert chef instructor will teach you how to cook beautifully seared chicken breasts flavored with capers, olives and roasted lemons. Plus, you’ll learn to prepare a simple salad and French...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Authentic French PГўtisserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Pastries From Scratch Dive into the decadent world of French pГўtisserie in this hands-on cooking class. Master the art of making the perfect pastry in an engaging environment. Learn new skills in the kitchen from a five-star professional chef while having a blast baking. Cook through multiple traditional pastries...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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PГўtisserie Journey Through France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embark on classic pastry training with this in-depth, three hour baking experience. Step into the world of Patisserie with this hands-on cooking class. Learn from an expert as you create iconic pastries, starting with homemade pГўte Г choux and a vanilla-praline creme to create an impressive Paris-Brest. Whisk up...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Journey to Northern France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a trip to France without having to pack a single bag Enjoy a quintessential French dining experience through an immersive cooking class. An expert chef instructor will guide you through creating savory crêpes filled with ham and Gruyère. You’ll learn to make a herby compound butter to pair with...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Discover Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Global Donuts Explore the delicious world of donuts in a hands-on cooking class. Discover intriguing flavors of donuts from around the world in this engaging baking experience. Learn to make gourmet donuts from a top-notch professional chef. Master new skills in the kitchen such as mixing dough, forming donuts and...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Discovering the World of Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Calling all donut aficionados! Get hands-on with multiple international versions of this beloved pastry. Embark on a culinary journey of the world through the lens of donuts with this chef-led cooking class. Recreate global delights as you fry up fluffy French beignets and dust warm churros in spiced cinnamon sugar....
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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PГўtisserie Classics Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Channel your inner pastry chef and master French patisserie in this practical workshop Join this expert pastry chef led cooking class to master a range of decadent French patisserie. Uncover the tips and tricks to achieving the perfect dough, the groundwork for so many French patisserie classics. Learn how to fill...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Classy Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Baking Class Join us for a one-of-a-kind croissant cooking class. Learn to create the perfect buttery flaky croissant in a hands-on environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as mixing pastry dough, laminating the dough and making fillings for the croissants. Bake sweet and savory croissants under the...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Easy Croissant Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Welcome to the world of French pastry, starting with homemade laminated dough. Discover the magic between every layer of a flaky French croissant with this chef-led cooking class. Start by rolling out butter and carefully layering, rolling and turning your dough to make perfect laminations. After chilling and resting...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Donuts From Around the World
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Did you know that the humble donut features is a variety of cuisines? Join us to explore the delicious world of donuts in this eye-opening cooking class. An expert chef instructor will guide you through making three global donut creations. From classic French beignets to Mexican churro fritters and Japanese mochi...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Pastel Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Seasonal Macarons Celebrate the fun flavors of summer in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make flawless macarons from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Discover new skills to elevate your sandwich cookies such as macaronage, sifting dry ingredients and whipping rich buttercream filling....
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Washington, D.C.
Who are cooking classes in Washington, D.C. suitable for?
Cooking classes in Washington, D.C. can be enjoyed by chefs of all ages and abilities, depending on the session you select. Beginners can focus on fundamental techniques, while more seasoned chefs will find opportunities to elevate their knowledge. There’s no prior experience necessary, though any time spent in the kitchen will serve you well when taking cooking lessons in Washington, D.C. You’ll even find family-oriented courses that invite your littlest chefs to try their hand at whipping up sweet treats and exciting eats! No matter your skill set, there are cooking classes in Washington, D.C. that make the perfect next step — or first step.
What should I expect during a cooking class in Washington, D.C.?
Fun times should top the list of expectations when you book cooking classes in Washington, D.C.! You’ll have a blast working with a first-rate chef instructor in a chilled out environment where everyone has a chance to succeed. Practice professional techniques while putting your own spin on magnificent menus and specialty dishes. With sessions that last from two to three hours, you’ll have plenty of time to complete your dishes with guidance from an expert. Once the cooking is finished, you’ll enjoy what you’ve created with your fellow chefs as you recall your favorite moments from class.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
Techniques practiced during cooking classes in Washington, D.C. vary by session and menu. You may learn how to create buttery, laminated dough in a croissant-making course and discover the finer points of handcrafted pasta in an Italian cooking lesson. Your instructor will demonstrate methods specific to the dishes in the class, though different instructors may present different methods. In every session, you’ll practice technical skills such as knife work and food safety, as well as culinary skills like temperature control and flavor blending. With each cooking class in Washington, D.C. you take, you’ll learn new skills to help refine your existing abilities.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class in Washington, D.C.?
With cooking classes in Washington, D.C., there are benefits beyond what you might expect. Of course, you’ll reap the rewards of learning how to create your own gourmet meals. But in addition to elevating your knowledge and developing instincts for culinary artistry, you’ll gain a sense of achievement and confidence in the kitchen with every new dish you create. By learning from exceptional local chefs, you’ll pick up tips and tricks used by professionals in the industry while keeping up with the latest trends on the scene. You’ll also meet and work with aspiring cooks who’ll energize and inspire you to take your abilities even further.
What types of cooking classes in Washington, D.C. can I choose from?
The array of cooking classes in Washington, D.C. covers cuisines from around the world, everything from Thai street food favorites to timeless Tuscan inventions. If steakhouse dining is your taste, cook up your own sumptuous spread from appetizers to desserts. Or maybe you favor a specialty session focused on the best baking techniques from the tradition of fine French desserts. Whether you favor sweet or savory, domestic or international, you’ll find sessions that fit the bill. And if you have a special occasion on the calendar, you’ll have your pick of culinary experiences in Washington, D.C. that let you bring the good times into the kitchen.
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