Alexandria’s culinary scene bursts with flavor through hands-on cooking classes that transform passionate food lovers into skilled home chefs. From classic techniques to international cuisines, local cooking schools offer immersive experiences that go beyond basic recipes.
Whether you’re a kitchen novice or seasoned home cook, Alexandria’s top cooking schools like Cookology and the Culinary Institute of Virginia provide expert-led classes tailored to every skill level and gastronomic interest.
Discover Alexandria’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Cookology Cooking School
What to Expect
Multi-age cooking education with progressive skill development
Description
Cookology offers hands-on cooking classes for adults and kids in their Ballston Quarter teaching kitchen, featuring diverse programs from toddler culinary sessions to advanced teen workshops. Classes range from skill-building techniques to cuisine-specific experiences like Date Night, Meatless Mondays, and Wine Down Wednesdays.
Where: Alexandria | More Info: Cookology Cooking School
Culinary Institute of Virginia
What to Expect
Accelerated culinary degree programs with comprehensive hands-on training
Description
Professional culinary training program offering accelerated degree paths in culinary arts, nutrition, food service management, and baking. Students engage in hands-on learning through on-site and virtual labs, student externships, and practical simulations covering professional kitchen techniques and industry skills.
Where: Alexandria | More Info: Culinary Institute of Virginia
Giftory Cooking Classes
What to Expect
Fresh pasta making with chef-guided Bolognese sauce preparation
Description
Hands-on pasta cooking class in Alexandria where participants learn to create fresh Pappardelle pasta and rich Bolognese sauce from scratch. Guided by a skilled chef, students prepare pasta using machines or rolling pins, with vegetarian options available. Interactive two-hour workshop concludes with enjoying the homemade meal.
Where: Alexandria | More Info: Giftory Cooking Classes
Mia's Italian Kitchen
What to Expect
Interactive pizza-making with personal dough stretching and wood-fired oven
Description
Private pizza making classes at Mia's Italian Kitchen invite guests to craft authentic pizzas from scratch. Participants stretch their own dough, select personalized toppings, and watch their creations bake in a traditional pizza oven, offering an interactive culinary experience in Old Town Alexandria.
Where: Alexandria | More Info: Mia's Italian Kitchen