Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.
Best cooking classes in Washington, D.C. for your next culinary journey
Cooking classes in Washington D.C. are a new and exciting way to explore this vibrant historical city. The D.C. food scene takes inspiration from cuisines and cultures all over the world, with plenty of local chefs well-versed in menus to match. Each hands-on course will help you refine your cooking skills, learn new techniques and walk away with five-star dishes to add to your recipe rotation. Begin your culinary journey and book cooking lessons in Washington D.C. today!
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Sweet Summertime Bistro - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover an effortlessly delicious and classic French meal to level-up date nights and at-home meals. Bring the magic of a French bistro to you with this chef-led cooking class for couples. Gain culinary confidence as you master the art of a perfect roast chicken, then practice knife skills as you slice and dice...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Discover Outdoor Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Summer Menu Join us for a seasonal cooking class featuring the vibrant flavors of summer. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef perfect for enjoying al fresco on the patio. Master new skills in the kitchen such as chopping vegetables and making elaborate sauces from scratch while...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Sushi Specialties – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your special someone to a restaurant-style sushi feast. In this hands-on cooking class, you and your date will practice rolling your own handmade sushi with tips from a world-class chef. You’ll practice fundamental skills from knife work to balancing flavors and textures as you craft your signature rolls....
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
CHEF’S PLACE
Parisian Romance for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor this carefully curated experience capturing romance and classic cooking for a special date night. Create your own romance with this chef-led cooking class that encapsulates French cuisine. Rustic and flavorful without too much fuss, you'll pan-roast a whole chicken to juicy perfection before browning butter for...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Midsummer Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Seasonal Fare Explore the vibrant flavors of summer with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging hands-on environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as cutting crisp, cool vegetables, searing juicy meats and making savory sauces from...
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
CHEF’S PLACE
Farmers Market Recipes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a gourmet menu of seasonal recipes inspired by farmers market finds. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to transform a fresh garden harvest or produce market haul into an elegant meal. The chef will show you how to turn roasted garlic into aromatic compound butter and finely chop mint for...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
CHEF’S PLACE
Sizzlin' Steak & Crab - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Effortlessly create a decadent surf and turf meal that's easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Master techniques for a bounty from land and sea with this chef-led cooking class. Fire up the grill and achieve a perfect sear and tender middle, then season and bake mouthwatering lump crab cakes that are buttery and soft....
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Bites of Summer
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Seasonal Summer Fare Explore the best flavors of summer in a hands-on cooking class. Discover the importance of using seasonal ingredients while mastering new skills in the kitchen. Learn to make an appetizer, entree and dessert from a five-star professional chef in an engaging hands-on environment. Shake up your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seasonal Macaron Duo
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join an expert chef for an in-depth lesson in making classic macarons. This comprehensive cooking class covers essential techniques for making traditional macarons inspired by the signature flavors of the season. Guided by the chef, you’ll make elegant macarons in two inviting flavors. Learn methods for creating...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer's Harvest Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Seasonal Cuisine Dive into the fresh flavors of summer with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while cooking through a menu featuring fresh seasonal produce and locally sourced ingredients....
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Verified Chef
Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Culinary Knife Skills for Beginners
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Improve your culinary knife skills through this fun cooking session. To create delectable dishes, you need to have fundamental skills that are needed in almost all cuisines and in this cooking class you can learn basic culinary knife skills. In this hands-on class, an expert chef with years of experience in teaching...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Recipes Featuring WГјsthof
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your kitchen with premium tools and gourmet seasonal recipes. In this skills-focused cooking class, you’ll work with an expert chef to build culinary confidence and hone your knife work using expertly crafted Wüsthof blades. Practice proper cutting techniques to improve your speed and precision as you...
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Verified Chef
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
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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