French Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
France is world-renown for its cuisine, and now you can learn to create authentic French fare in a warm and friendly environment provided by a local gourmet chef. Whether you have always wanted to learn to prepare a traditional French dinner or would like to indulge in authentic desserts, there is a perfect class to fit your interest. Begin your culinary travels by booking an incredible French cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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Innovative Steakhouse Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Classic steakhouse fare gets a creative global twist. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll learn culinary techniques from a gourmet kitchen to craft a modern steakhouse menu. Your chef instructor shares guidance for searing the perfect steak to pair with creamed kale and buttery popovers. Master classic...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Bake Like a European
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore European bread making. In this cooking class, you'll explore the world of bread the European way. With an experienced baker by your side, you'll create a trio of breads, learning the proper techniques for mixing and shaping dough along the way. You'll start with focaccia from Italy, then make breadsticks with...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Culinary French Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master French cooking techniques with culinary flair. Explore the flavors of the French countryside in this cooking class. You'll join a gourmet chef who leads sessions with step-by-step guidance. Learn how to cook the perfect juicy chicken, prepare an herb-infused sauce and toss together a fresh salad with frisГ©e,...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Old-World Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the timeless art of baking bread with European classics. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef leads you on an exploration of European bread-making traditions. Mix and shape dough for rich Italian focaccia and practice rolling crisp breadsticks. You’ll learn how to use a Dutch oven to get that...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Beloved French Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore French cuisine in all its glory. Discover French cooking, ingredients and recipes during an in-depth cooking class. Your world-class chef will show you how to craft classic French eats, including a French salad starter with poached egg, bacon and frisГ©e, chicken cook the French way with a herb-based sauce...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Romantic Wine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore your love of wine and cuisine with a unique culinary experience. Food and wine enthusiasts can share a fun and engaging evening out with this cooking class. You'll learn how to pair wine with sophisticated recipes. Sear a steak and master making a Marsala and shallot pan sauce. Slice ingredients for a roasted...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Quintessential French Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore fundamental techniques of French cuisine. This hands-on cooking class focuses on essential methods for elevating everyday recipes. An expert chef teaches time-honored French techniques for cooking juicy chicken and enhancing the flavors with an herbaceous sauce. Master the critical balance of textures in a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Wine-Infused Eats - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Wine and dine with your special someone in a wine-infused cooking class. Indulge in an evening of culinary pleasures with a date night cooking class for two. Wine is the talking point of this session and you'll cook with it too.Prepare to make a selection of dishes infused with wine, including pan seared steak paired...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Autumn-Inspired Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a pГўtisserie pro and impress friends and family. Indulge in your favorite French sweets in this cooking class focused on sweet and crispy macarons. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare the perfect batter to pipe into ideal shells. Mix ingredients to blend in the fall flavors of hazelnut shells...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Vintner’s Feast – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the artistry of cooking with wine in this gourmet experience. This specialty cooking class showcases the versatility of wine-infused cuisine from savory delights to complex desserts. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll sear steaks and develop a luxurious marsala-spiked pan sauce. Roasted beets and goat...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Bite-Sized Fall Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft delicious macarons and learn expert tips. Become a macaron master during this hands-on cooking class. What better way to spend an afternoon than making these bite-sized treats? You'll learn how to expertly prepare your batter before practicing your piping skills to achieve that classic macaron shape. Next comes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Essential WГјsthof
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to use high-end cutlery to prepare delicious recipes. Join this cooking class to master gourmet-level cutting techniques using precision-honed knives. You'll join a chef instructor who will share techniques and skills for slicing, mincing, de-boning and julienning a variety of ingredients. Chop veggies and...
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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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