Cooking Classes in Washington, D.C.

Chef Li is ready to share the secrets of authentic Asian-style dumplings in this informative cooking class! These dim sum favorites are a cinch to prepare with Chef Li leading the lesson. You'll learn to prepare a simple yet sumptuous traditional dumpling dough using only flour, water and salt. Then, you'll cook up a delicious filling using fresh pork flavored with aromatics like warm ginger, bright spring onions and zesty Chinese vinegar.Cooking classes o...

Experience the thrill of making your own sushi with the help of Chef Lyndsey in this hands-on cooking class. This fun class will teach you the techniques and skills needed to create your own California roll and spicy tuna roll whenever the craving hits. You'll gain valuable knowledge on how to prepare the perfect sushi rice and practice your knife skills as you select and layer ingredients. With Chef Lyndsey's expert guidance, you'll learn the art of rolli...

Join Chef Lyndsey for a fun-filled cooking class and learn how to create delectable, bite-sized desserts that are both elegant and scrumptious. A skilled pastry chef, Chef Lyndsey will guide you as you create three delicate treats, learning valuable kitchen skills along the way!In this class, you will learn to make the perfect Oreo truffles using a delightful combination of Oreo cookies, cream cheese, milk chocolate and sea salt. Next, you'll make cheeseca...

Coastal flavors are just a bite away in this exciting hands-on cooking class from Chef Adrian. He'll get you in the spirit with a kitchen session where sweet seafood and tangy citrus lead the menu. Begin by creating your own homemade tortillas from scratch using fresh ingredients and a hearty helping of traditional magic. Then, transform shrimp into a sizzling taco filling sensation with a tantalizing lime-mojito tingle, topped with black bean and mango sa...

In this interactive cooking class designed for beginners, Chef Jordan will teach you easy ways to cook rice and prepare vegetables to make your own sushi at home. Learn how to balance the delicate flavors of each bite as you explore the art of sushi-making from rice to roll. Using traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients, you will craft a selection of restaurant-worthy rolls while practicing skills from battering and frying tempura to creating spicy...

Chef Greg is ready to put a modern spin on classic bistro favorites in this fun and interactive cooking class. You'll start with a sherry-roasted beetroot and pistachio crumble salad with citrus and labneh. Next up are tender braised short ribs and scallops with a silky cauliflower purée accented with fresh gremolata. For dessert, enjoy a peach and raspberry cobbler topped with a crunchy oat crisp crumble and vanilla bean ice cream. MENUSherry-Roasted Bee...

indulge your love of Southeast Asian cuisine with cooking classes focused on the art of Japanese specialties. Chef Justin shares tips for preparing, cutting, rolling and topping a variety of nigiri and sushi rolls. Start with a cucumber roll with avocado, tuna and ginger. Next is a shrimp summer roll prepared with rice paper, avocado and carrots. Then, prepare sake nigiri with salmon and rice vinegar and scallop nigiri with rice vinegar. End with creamy st...

Chef Bobby shares expert tips and culinary techniques in this fun cooking class for creating a sophisticated four-course seafood menu. You'll start with a citrus and watercress salad topped with grapefruit or oranges and Champagne vinaigrette. Next, you'll learn how to perfectly sear scallops, braise French lentils with Syrah wine and pan roast rockfish with truffle barley and bitter greens. Dessert is a medley of seasonal berries topped with a sweet and f...

Join Chef Gustavo on a journey through the flavors and aromas of South American cuisine. You'll learn about customs and culture as you prepare dishes from Peru, Bolivia, Argentina and Venezuela. Flavor-filled selections include ceviche with cilantro and spicy peppers and fresh quinoa salad with Manchego cheese. Next, you'll learn how to make a perfectly stuffed beef empanada and an arepa reina pepiada corn cake with avocado and fresh arugula, cilantro, spr...

Join Chef Chericia for a cooking class designed to bring pizza night to the next level. You'll learn the steps to making perfect pizza dough and marinara sauce from scratch. Throughout this three-hour class, you'll create your own custom pizzas, including a margherita pizza, a sweet fennel sausage pizza and a unique white pizza with arugula. Feel free to bring your own beer, wine or other beverage to enjoy with the meal.MENUMargherita Pizza Sweet Fennel Sa...

Spend an evening with French fare inspired by Netflix's Emily in Paris with this interactive cooking class. Chef Shelley has a plan for teaching you the foundational techniques to prepare a variety of tasty recipes! Start with a classic French onion soup with a baguette and bubbly gruyère. Next, you'll braise a rich coq au vin in a mixture of red wine, herbs and onions. This is served with a side of whipped potatoes. Dessert is a light and airy chocolate...

If you've ever wanted to explore the unique tastes of India, you'll experience the next best thing in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Manjiri! You'll create authentic recipes and discover how to balance seasoning and texture from an expert in the cuisine.You'll begin by preparing butter chicken studded with onions and tomatoes, green peas pulao featuring floral basmati rice and a refreshing raita made with cucumbers and yogurt. And to quench your thi...