Washington, D.C.
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef

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Chef Charles
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Chef Charles is a skilled and passionate chef with years of experience creating memorable dining experiences. Whether in a professional kitchen or hosting hands-on classes, his goal is simple: to share the joy of cooking and inspire others through food. Known for a warm teaching style and a deep respect for culinary tradition, Chef Charles turns every meal into a celebration.
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New England Coastal Table - Date Night

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Perfect your date night cooking with lobster rolls, blueberry pie and a raspberry rickey. Looking for a fun and skill-building night out? This engaging cooking class in McLean brings a full seaside-inspired menu to life. Guided by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you'll make a Connecticut-style lobster roll with...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Fri, Jul 24th at 7:00PM
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Cook a Comforting Southern Menu

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfect your Southern cooking with grilled chicken, mac and cheese and cobbler. This cooking class in McLean is where Southern flavors come to life in a welcoming, hands-on setting. Guided by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you'll cook grilled chicken thighs topped with Alabama white sauce, put together a creamy...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Sun, Jul 26th at 4:00PM & other times
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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking 6 slide
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Kids Cooking Series

5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Enjoy Hands-On Baking

$349
Cooking Class
$349
Plan a baking-filled week for your child in this five-day hands-on cooking series. Designed for ages 7-11, this hands-on cooking series in McLean invites young bakers to spend five fun-filled days building real kitchen skills. Guided by Chef Charles or a professional chef instructor, kids will learn how to measure...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Mon, Jul 27th at 10:00AM & other times
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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Dive Into French Quarter Flavors 6 slide
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Dive Into French Quarter Flavors

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the soulful side of French Quarter cooking. Experience the taste of the French Quarter in this festive cooking class in McLean. Led by Chef Charles or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare shrimp étouffée with a deep, savory roux, red beans with andouille sausage and crisp...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Tue, Jul 28th at 7:00PM
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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun 6 slide
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Festive Tex-Mex Table - Family Fun

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor every bold vibrant layer of this hands-on Latin American cooking class. Put together a vibrant Latin American spread in this engaging cooking class in McLean. Guided by Chef Charles or a resident chef, you’ll cook Peruvian-style grilled chicken, prepare poblano rice and make grilled shrimp ceviche served...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Sat, Aug 1st at 1:00PM
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Kids Cooking Series

5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Cook Up New Skills

$349
Cooking Class
$349
Plan a five-day cooking series filled with cooking, baking and creating for your child. Designed for ages 7-11, this hands-on cooking series in McLean gives kids five days of creative, skill-building fun in the kitchen. Guided by Chef Charles or a professional chef instructor, young cooks will explore breakfast...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Mon, Aug 3rd at 10:00AM & other times
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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills 6 slide
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Kids Cooking Series

5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: International Cooking Skills

$349
Cooking Class
$349
Treat your kid to a world cuisine cooking week in this hands-on cooking series. Designed for ages 7-11, this hands-on cooking series in McLean takes young chefs on a five-day journey through global flavors. Guided by Chef Charles or a chef instructor, kids will explore dishes inspired by Mexico, Asia, Italy, France...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
Next Date: Mon, Aug 10th at 1:00PM
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Charles

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Great for Groups of 12-16

Cook & Connect

$110
Team Building Activity
$110
Help your team connect through hands-on cooking guided by a top-rated chef. Elevate team morale with a cooking class designed as a team building activity to bring colleagues together around the kitchen. Your group will prepare a multi-course meal using chef-taught techniques that highlight flavor, precision and...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
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Rustic Spanish Favorites

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience authentic Spanish cuisine brought to life with real kitchen techniques. Explore classic Spanish flavors in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Start by shaping and frying crispy Manchego croquettas, then make a traditional potato and spinach tortilla Española. You’ll also learn how to roast...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Learn Chicken the Italian Way 6 slide
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Learn Chicken the Italian Way

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Try three unique chicken dishes while building reliable kitchen skills. Discover essential poultry techniques in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Learn how to prepare chicken three different ways, starting with crispy, golden Chicken Milanese. Then, roast chicken with rosemary, olives and potatoes for a...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
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Classic Mediterranean Table - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Mediterranean flavors while preparing a full meal as a couple. Enjoy a flavorful night out in this hands-on cooking class in McLean. Work side by side with your partner as you sauté shrimp seasoned with Mediterranean spices, prepare pine nut couscous with roasted garlic aioli and grill marinated zucchini...
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Chef Charles or Resident Chef
4.7
24 Reviews
McLean
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What Guests Are Saying About These Experiences With Chef Charles or Resident Chef
Teresa K.
12/03/2025
Chef Jess was great. She was engaging, kind, and patient. It was my first time doing any cooking class and I will definitely be coming back to take another class with her.
Elizabeth W.
02/22/2026
*This review has nothing to do with the Chef Charles.* Our lesson was canceled today. We had called ahead that morning and had been told that the class was still going to happen, despite the weather etc. We drove all the way out to it on a Sunday morning and had not been contacted by anyone at Cozymeal that our lesson was canceled because of technological difficulties they were having that were confusing they tried to explain to us. They said they had connectivity issues and electricity issues. This was a Christmas present to my husband and it was terribly disappointing that they canceled and did not offer to reschedule. We were supposedly given a refund. Will not rebook.
Isabelle T.
12/20/2025
Class is good for beginners. Ramen noodles were good. Eggs were inconsistent. Mine was undercooked and my partners was hard boiled. Instructions were a bit fast. Final product tasted fine but we did not do our own broths. We also did not get instructor that we signed up for. A bit disappointing in the end.
Stacy S.
11/29/2025
The chef was nice but I didn’t feel like I learned how to use the knife properly. I did not receive much feedback and had no idea if I was learning anything. I did get to practice using a nice sharp knife but not sure the skills are transferable to my home kitchen.
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