Chesapeake’s culinary scene bursts with hands-on cooking classes that transform home cooks into kitchen maestros. From the Hampton Roads waterfront to suburban kitchens, local instructors offer engaging experiences that blend technique, local flavors, and community connection.
Whether you’re a novice chopping your first onion or an experienced home chef seeking fresh skills, Chesapeake’s diverse cooking classes provide personalized instruction across multiple cuisines and skill levels at renowned local culinary studios.
Discover Chesapeake’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Chesapeake
- Casual Gourmet
- Cooking with Jacqui (Virginia Beach)
- Healthy Chef
- Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen (Virginia Beach)
- Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
- Untamed Chef
Casual Gourmet
What to Expect
Professional chef instructors working directly alongside students
Description
Hands-on cooking classes at the Culinary Institute of Virginia featuring professional chef instructors who work directly alongside students. Small group sessions provide comprehensive culinary learning in a professional kitchen, with participants preparing dishes from start to finish using provided ingredients and equipment.
Where: Chesapeake | More Info: Casual Gourmet
Cooking with Jacqui (Virginia Beach)
What to Expect
Local Virginia Beach chef with passionate, high-energy cooking instruction
Description
Virginia Beach-based cooking instructor Jacqui offers hands-on and demonstration-style cooking classes featuring diverse recipes from comfort foods to international cuisines. Classes blend culinary techniques with an energetic, fun atmosphere, emphasizing practical home cooking skills and accessible recipes.
Where: Virginia Beach | More Info: Cooking with Jacqui
Healthy Chef
What to Expect
Community coalition-based cooking education program
Description
Community-driven cooking education program teaching food literacy through hands-on classes for youth, seniors, and local residents. Classes focus on nutrition, meal preparation techniques, and understanding healthy food choices, delivered by a collaborative team of professional chefs, culinary students, and nutrition experts.
Where: Chesapeake | More Info: Healthy Chef
Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen (Virginia Beach)
What to Expect
Private bourbon cocktail cooking classes with hand-crafted cocktail pairings
Description
Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen offers intimate, hands-on private cooking classes in Virginia Beach featuring unique experiences like bourbon cocktail workshops, fresh pasta-making, and family cooking sessions. Chef Matthew's classes blend culinary technique with personal storytelling, emphasizing cooking with passion and intention.
Where: Virginia Beach | More Info: Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen
Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
What to Expect
Comprehensive culinary education for multiple age groups
Description
Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio offers hands-on cooking classes for all ages, from toddlers to adults, with a focus on skill-building, family connection, and culinary education. Their diverse programming includes youth camps, themed workshops, and specialized classes ranging from international cuisine to baking techniques, taught in a dedicated studio kitchen.
Where: Chesapeake | More Info: Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
Untamed Chef
What to Expect
Professional chef instructors working directly alongside participants
Description
Hands-on cooking classes in a professional kitchen where participants learn culinary techniques directly from industry-seasoned chef instructors. Small group sessions provide interactive experiences for home cooks, covering diverse menus and skill levels. Chefs work alongside participants, ensuring personalized instruction and practical kitchen skills.
Where: Chesapeake | More Info: Untamed Chef