Group Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
There is nothing quite like the camaraderie that comes from learning to create savory gourmet meals and having each individual contribute. Choose from a wide variety of menus and find the type of cuisine that piques the interest of you and your group. Expert local chefs enjoy sharing their passion for cooking and provide a warm and welcoming environment in which to learn. Assemble your team and book a group cooking class in Washington, D.C. today!
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Team Building Activity
Mystery Cooking Competition
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Engage in some friendly team contest with your colleagues. Bring out your competitive side and your culinary creativity in this hands-on team building activity. Led by Chef Li, you'll break into smaller teams to make a meal using mystery ingredients as each team will craft a course of the menu.
You'll work with...
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Chef Li
Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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Emily in Paris-Inspired French Favorites
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Chef Shelley brings the tantalizing tastes of Emily in Paris to life. Recreate iconic food moments from Netflix's Emily in Paris inspired by traditional French cuisine in this interactive cooking class with Chef Shelley. She'll teach you foundational techniques of French cooking as you craft each element of these...
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Pasta Beyond the Basics
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Step up your pasta game with this intermediate course in preparing a delicious Italian dinner. Learn how to create advanced versions of traditional Italian pasta in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jordan. With his expert guidance, you'll take pasta supper to delicious new levels, with toppings, sides and dessert...
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Chef Jordan
Serving the Washington, D.C. area
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Authentic Poke Bowls
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the stunning versatility of fresh seafood prepared with Asian flavors. In this interactive cooking class, you'll explore a variety of ingredients from the salty sea. Over four courses, Chef Made Master will teach you proper knife techniques, including how to expertly slice fish and blend a handful of savory...
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Chef Made Master
Centreville
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Giftable Gourmet: Holiday Cookie Creations
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Handcrafted holiday treats for the perfect edible gift In this interactive cooking class, an expert chef will guide participants through the art of crafting homemade marshmallows, white chocolate bark with cranberries and pistachios, spiced shortbread cutouts, and indulgent champagne & cognac truffles. Each recipe is...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Tasty Treats + Free Gift
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore the joy of crafting luxury edible treats! Upgrade your gifting strategy this season with this exciting cooking class. Learn from an expert how to craft delectable homemade treats to gift, from rich truffles to white chocolate bark and everything in between. Plus, you'll take home a brand new cookie-cutter set...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Fabulous Tuscan Quartet
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add a little Tuscan spirit to your personal cookbook. When you craft the authentic Italian dishes in this interactive cooking class, you bring the heritage of the Old World into your creative culinary realm. Enter the kitchen with your exceptional instructor and learn to prepare crostini topped with roasted tomatoes...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Team Building Activity
Regional Chinese Cuisine
$135
Team Building Activity
$135
Take a culinary trip around China with your colleagues and create diverse cuisine together. Learn the traditional cooking techniques and flavors of different Chinese regions in this engaging team building cooking class. Chef Li will take you on a culinary tour that includes unique ingredients and cooking styles.
To...
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Chef Li
Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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Chocolate Bonbons 101
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Put your unique spin on a classic French treat. Learn to make decadent chocolate bonbons from scratch in this hands-on cooking experience led by Chef Jordan. Perfect as a birthday treat or a weekend reward, bonbons are more versatile and easy to make than you might think.
You will learn how to temper chocolate and...
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Chef Jordan
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
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The Flavors of Bourbon Street
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Celebrate the spirit of Southern American cuisine with a lesson in New Orleans classics. Chef Shelley gets the good times rolling in this hands-on cooking class centered around the timeless creations of Bourbon Street. It's a lesson in traditional cooking that highlights the distinctive culinary character of the...
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Chef Shelley
Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Ramen
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to prepare ramen — and more — authentically from start to finish. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Made Master, you will create three traditional Japanese recipes using fresh ingredients and cooking techniques that have been passed down for generations.
Begin by brewing a savory...
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Chef Made Master
Centreville
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Kids Cooking Series
Delicious Italian Trio - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Experience the joy of making homemade pasta, chicken parm, and gelato together. Get ready for a fun cooking class where families can create delicious pasta, parm, and gelato together. Learn to make homemade fettuccine Alfredo, featuring a creamy sauce that’s rich and comforting. Master the art of chicken...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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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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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
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