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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Beautiful Floral Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get creative with baking in this sweet culinary experience. Over springtime take this sweet cooking class, where you’ll get to make the most beautiful floral macarons. No baking experience is needed as you’ll be guided through the process of macaron making every step of the way. This class will teach you...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Kids Cooking Series
Piles of Pasta - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Gather your entire gang for a family-friendly Italian cooking class Spend a fun and filling night learning how to make Italian classics in this family-friendly cooking class. Everyone will have a chance to participate no matter what their cooking skill level is. The only thing more fun that eating piles of pasta is...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Spring Dinner Party
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Kickstart the spring season with a fresh and vibrant feast filled with flavors. During this engaging cooking class, get inspired by the spring season and learn how to make a delicious feast filled with seasonal produce. With the guidance of a top-rated chef, you'll learn the step by step of making an elevated spring...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Baking Challenge
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Take your child around the world without leaving home in this international class. In this hands-on cooking series, your teen will get to expand their culinary horizons with a baking class focused on flavors and techniques from around the world. Taught by a top-rated instructor, this is one of those summer cooking...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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It's Prime Time - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Your steak-loving date will appreciate this carnivorous cooking experience. If date night involves usually means getting a reservation at their favorite steak restaurant, surprise them with this cooking class instead. You will both learn how to properly identify and trim a variety of signature steak cuts and get...
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Mastering Cast Iron
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to cook with a kitchen essential: cast iron cookware. During this engaging cooking class, you'll learn how to use cast iron cookware to prepare a variety of delightful meals. A top-rated chef will teach you different cooking methods and delicious recipes to get the most out of cast iron appliances, achieving...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Complex Recipes
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Let your teen explore the adventurous side of cooking in this hands-on class. In this interactive cooking series, teens aged 12 and older will get to unlock new culinary worlds and explore their own creativity with adventurous and challenging recipes and complex flavor profiles. If you’re looking for summer...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Tomato & Basil - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Keep date night simple with the comforting flavors of Italian cooking. If you're going to suggest a cooking class for date night, make it Italian. One of the joys of Italian food is that dishes are simple and usually only include a handful of ingredients. That means date night will be low-pressure for both of you....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Spicy Southern Chicken Delight
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a trip with your palate to the south exploring recipes to make Southern chicken. During this engaging cooking class, get immersed in South cuisine, learning to make one of its iconic dishes: Nashville's famous hot chicken. A top-rated chef will take you through the process, helping you discover new traditional...
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Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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Teens Cooking Series
5-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Pro Baking
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Challenge your advanced baker with this interactive baking class. If your teen has already mastered basic baking and is looking for something a little more challenging, check out this 5-day advanced cooking series. If you’re looking for summer cooking classes where students aged 12 and older are taught new...
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Chef Jailyn or Resident Chef
Alexandria (Alexandria Historical District)
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Butter and Wine - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the romance of French cooking where everything gets to swim in butter and wine. French cooking classes are a joy because you know you're going to be working with butter and wine. These two ingredients are the foundation of many French sauces, and what distinguishes French cooking from all other cuisines....
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Chef Paula or Resident Chef
North Bethesda
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Seasonal Pizza Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover new pizza flavors inspired by the freshness of Spring season. During this engaging cooking class, you'll get the most out of veggies and fresh produce to make a menu filled with flavor. An expert chef will guide you into making exquisite pizzas loaded with vibrant and unique flavors. You'll finish your meal...
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Verified Chef
Chef Scott or Resident Chef
Arlington (Pentagon City)
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Washington, D.C.
How much do cooking classes in Washington, D.C. cost?
Cooking class costs vary by chef, menu and event. You can find starting prices shown on the courses displayed on this page, though final class prices are determined using a tiering structure based on the number of guests in your group, as well as any applicable fees or other add-ins that might be part of your chosen class. Usually, these classes will range between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are cooking classes suitable for?
These experiences are great for any foodie that wants to have a good time with friends, family or colleagues. Cooking classes are an exciting way for beginning cooks to learn the basics, as well as a platform for intermediate and advanced chefs to sharpen their skills. There are courses specially made for kids, teens and families that focus on the fundamentals of food prep. And with dedicated sessions that help make memorable team building moments, romantic date night opportunities and birthday celebrations, you'll find cooking classes that add delicious spark to any festive occasion.
What should I expect during a cooking class?
You can expect to create great memories and have a fun time with the people you care about most. The best cooking classes offer a laid-back, encouraging environment in every session, with confident instruction from a first-rate local chef. All ingredients and tools required to create the menu featured in the course are provided. You'll share the kitchen with other aspiring cooks on similar culinary journeys, creating a sense of community and camaraderie that infuses the best cooking classes in Washington, DC with fun energy. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the finished dishes with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
The skills you'll master in these cooking courses run the gamut from basic knife work to contemporary cake decorating. Practice heritage pasta making, learn to prepare rustic breads from scratch or discover the proper way to grill a variety of meats and vegetables. All cooking lessons include a series of smaller lessons on topics such as efficient use of kitchen tools, preferred plating methods and crafting garnishes to add the perfect finishing touches to your meal.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
These cooking classes will strengthen relationships with your friends, family, or colleagues and result in an incredible experience you will never forget. Learning to create a masterful menu is just the beginning of the benefits you'll reap from taking cooking classes in the city. You'll also hone your confidence in the kitchen, work with some of the best chefs in town and meet a host of other cooks from neighborhoods like Logan Circle and Georgetown who share your curiosity for food prep. From gathering new recipes to show off to friends and family to developing a sense of ease and joy while cooking, there's something to savor every step of the way.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Top cooking classes in Washington D.C. cover international cuisines like Italian and French, as well as domestic favorites like steakhouse and Southern BBQ. You'll find sessions in sushi making, rustic bread baking, pasta making, cake decorating and other specialty techniques as well. With seasonal culinary classes in preparing holiday feasts, you can create menus that capture the flavors of the moment.
Where do the classes take place?
Cooking classes in Minneapolis can take place at the chef’s place, your place, or a premium third-party venue near you. If you choose an experience where you bring one of the city’s best chefs to your home for a gourmet event with friends or family, that chef will provide all the equipment and ingredients needed for a great class. Classes can also take place at your work for memorable team building moments with colleagues. From bistro courses in Powderhorn to steak dinner classes in Loring Park, every listing shares a map and venue image to help you plan.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Washington, D.C.
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.