Norfolk’s culinary scene sizzles with hands-on cooking experiences that transform kitchen novices into confident home chefs. From waterfront-inspired seafood techniques to classic Tidewater cooking methods, local classes offer more than just recipes.
Whether you’re craving professional instruction at Untamed Chef or seeking intimate lessons at Now You’re Cooking Culinary Studio, Norfolk’s cooking classes provide delicious opportunities to expand your gastronomic skills and local food knowledge.
Discover Norfolk’s tastiest cooking class adventures now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Norfolk
- Blanca
- Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen (Virginia Beach)
- Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
- Syd's Fish Pig Cafe
- Untamed Chef
Blanca
What to Expect
Wine-focused restaurant offering intimate cooking workshops
Description
CourtCooks Cooking Classes at Blanca offer immersive, hands-on culinary experiences led by Chef Courtney. Participants learn cooking basics, flavor pairing techniques, and practical kitchen skills in an interactive setting at this Norfolk restaurant.
Where: Norfolk | More Info: Blanca
Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen (Virginia Beach)
What to Expect
Personalized private cooking classes with handcrafted bourbon cocktail pairings
Description
Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen offers intimate, hands-on private cooking classes in Virginia Beach, specializing in unique experiences like bourbon cocktail workshops, fresh pasta making, and family-friendly culinary sessions. Chef Matthew's philosophy centers on cooking with passion, offering personalized instruction in a private kitchen setting.
Where: Virginia Beach | More Info: Matthew May's Teaching Kitchen
Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
What to Expect
Multi-generational culinary education programs
Description
Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio offers comprehensive hands-on cooking classes for all ages, from toddlers to adults. Their teaching kitchen focuses on skill-building, cultural exploration, and family-centered culinary education, with specialized programs like youth camps, themed adult workshops, and seasonal cooking experiences.
Where: Norfolk | More Info: Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
Syd's Fish Pig Cafe
What to Expect
Wine-accompanied, chef-led specialized culinary workshops
Description
Chef Syd offers diverse cooking classes covering topics like Carnivores, Omnivore & Vegan, Bread, Dessert, Curing & Fermenting, and Country Ham. Classes promise an in-depth, intimate learning experience with wine accompaniment.
Where: Norfolk | More Info: Syd's Fish Pig Cafe
Untamed Chef
What to Expect
Professional chef instructors working directly alongside participants
Description
Untamed Chef offers hands-on cooking classes in a professional kitchen, providing home chefs with comprehensive culinary instruction. Small group sessions focus on interactive learning where chef instructors work directly alongside participants, covering techniques from basic to advanced skill levels. Students prepare full menus and gain confidence to recreate recipes at home.
Where: Norfolk | More Info: Untamed Chef