The Cookery is a great date night / group activity spot if you're looking for something fun, interactive, and just different enough to make you feel like you have plans. I came for the sushi-making class, and overall, it was a really good time. The setup was smooth, the atmosphere was lively, and the whole experience felt more like a social night out with a little culinary cosplay which honestly, has its place. They also offered wine and sake pairings, and you can BYOB, which definitely helps keep the vibe festive. That said... if you're hoping to leave with the confidence to open your own omakase counter in a strip mall, this is not that. A lot of the components were pre-made or prepped ahead of time, and there wasn't a ton of actual teaching around technique, ingredients, or the food itself. So while you do "make sushi," it's less MasterClass and more cute, hands-on dinner activity. But honestly? That's not necessarily a bad thing. Not every class needs to end with a knife skills certification and a spiritual relationship with sushi rice. Bottom line: Come here if you want a fun, low-pressure experience for a date night, girls' night, or team outing. Just set expectations correctly: this is more about the experience than becoming the next IronChef. read more

We had a great experience at the cookery "that's amoré" class! The instructor was fantastic.

Date night! Great spot for couples or group parties wanting to try something new and learn some skills in the kitchen. Everything is split up amongst the groups so don't be scared thinking you'll be cooking the whole time. We selected the Cocktail Party event which consisted of appetizers and drinks. I wish I would've taken more photos but that would've required constant washing of the hands! Menu consisted of Sweet and spicy caramelized nuts( Amazing) Warm Crab dip Crostini( Spectacular, but I think we preferred it cold) Crispy Prosciutto Green Goddess Deviled eggs( probably our favorite appetizer..and she doesn't even like deviled eggs) Ahi Poke/Avocado Wontons( we might actually try the crab mix in the wontons) Chili Lime shrimp and Mango salsa lettuce boats( I thought it was excellent but she felt it was too spicy) Candied Orange infused Dark chocolate bark( awesome and the sea salt on top made it the perfect dessert). The drinks had a little something for everyone. I'm a whiskey on the rock kinda guy so the drinks were a little on the sweet side for me, but to each their own. Martinis, Magaritas, Gin Fizz, Old fashioned and a Caipirinha(yeah I never heard of it either but it was good!) I'm aware the price may be a little more daunting than your normal date nights but the experience and the quality ingredients made it well worth it! read more

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Our boss surprised us with a team-building exercise and it exceeded all expectations! The event was engaging, well-organized, and an excellent way to connect as a team outside of the workplace. Stephanie at the Dallas location was OUTSTANDING! She was professional, knowledgeable, and highly engaging, creating an environment that made the cooking experience both enjoyable and educational. Overall, this was a top-tier experience!!!!! Ask for Stephanie as your instructor! Can't wait until you open a location in NC ( I may have started making plans with family and friends hahah :P read more

Five stars all day. I booked a cooking class to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday and it was so much fun. The instructor was incredible. The food was also excellent. I would so so so come back here again. I cannot recommend enough! read more

As I love cooking and taking cooking classes, I found this spot relatively close to me to take a class. The theme was - Caribbean - and I had an enjoyable time! The class was very intimate, this time (about five of us), although it can be up to 14 people. Our instructors Katie and Shelia were amazing! Katie was very detailed in presenting the recipes and making sure everything was to our liking. We made Puerto Rican Shrimp and Rice soup, Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin, Caribbean hot sauce, Island Rice & Peas, Tropical Slaw, Fried Plantain, and Toasted Coconut Ice Cream. For drinks, we were presented with water, tea, wine, beer, and Run Punch! The Rum Punch we made ourselves and it was on point! I would recommend this spot to take cooking classes as they offer a variety of different options. I definitely look forward to returning! read more

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Cute place. Went there for our anniversary. The hosts are great, knowledgeable and friendly. Pasta was the theme for the day. Homemade tortellini was course 1 stuffed with walnut arugula pesto sauce. Since I was the chef I will rate the course 5* The second course was fettuccine alfredo and bow tie pasta w/ lamb ragu. Sides of garlic bread and arugula salad finished off the course. It was all very good. If you sign up for the pasta meal be ready for your nap or marathon the next day. The salad was a tad bit lemon forward. Other than that real good. Cannolis for dessert. The cannoli shells were premade and we piped in the filling. Real good experience and great date or celebration idea. read more

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Lol what a joke. My son had a horrible stomach bug so we were not able to make our class. I called to let them know and I emailed them to see what could be done and they wouldn't refund or even offer class credit. Awful customer service. I should have just showed up and exposed everyone to my son's stomach bug read more

Excellent date night!!! 10/10! It was a great experience for my wife and I myself. They did an excellent job!

My fist visit to The Cookery was such a fun experience. The hosts were great and knowledgeable. The drinks and food were delicious. It is a definite come back. Love the concept. Pam K. read more

What an incredible night! We had the best time learning how to cook a french night 3 course meal. The food was incredible, and the chefs made it so easy and fun. I can't wait to do this again as a date night or even a girls night out for Moms. It was truly a lovely atmosphere, incredibly kind chefs and staff and the food was absolutely something we could do at home together. read more

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Easily one of the best date nights I've had in years. Our class host was STEPH! If you wonder why her names is in all caps, it's because she's she was amazing! Such a class act and I love her laugh. We went the weekend prior to Mardi Gras so the menu was Cajun! Jambalaya, Cajun crawfish bread, hurricane drinks and homemade ice cream with bananas foster! Great great menu. I enjoyed the shape of the counter bar that allowed all the people in attendance to face Steph while she was hosting. I loved that there was a dining table for us all to gather and I loved the flow of doing the appetizer, main course, drinks and dessert. Steph has a partner helping with this so basically, while you cook, the dining table is being prepared and when you are eating, the cooking space is being prepared and so on and so forth. Great work flow! I have been to one other cooking class and I felt a little rushed and overwhelmed as we pretty much cooked it all at once and never actually sat down to eat. It was more of a standing bar table type of deal. So this was a great change! Location was so cute. Close to town but not quite there. The area is adorable and the storefront itself was just a classic take on farmhouse. I really enjoyed this experience and I will absolutely go could. Be looking to spend about $180-250 on date night. This includes all the food and drinks which you would easily spend that if not more at a restaurant for all that we got minus the experience. For the clean freaks, there's a wash basin and Steph made sure we all wore aprons and removed them for restroom breaks and washed after every interaction as the food is shared! You won't regret choosing this for a date or even a fun activity with friends. read more

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My husband and I did a cooking class here for a date night and it was so much fun. It's a whole group cooking class and you eat family style with the other students in the cooking class, but the experience was great from start to finish. Everyone contributes together to make the meal a success. We were also served wine, coffee, and tea throughout the evening. Our meal... Starter - olives and cheese Appetizer - goat cheese crostini with candied pecans Salad - leafy green salad with fresh pears and apples Main course- short ribs, polenta, and brussel sprouts Dessert - chocolate mousse Highly recommended! read more

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Strap on your aprons Dallas... it's time to get your hands dirty at the Cooking Class Meets Dinner Party in the Dallas Design District Our culinary instructor, Danielle, was absolutely INCREDIBLE! She guided us through the creation of a three course dinner and then we all enjoyed the dishes family-style by course. This was the PERFECT date night - romantic, delicious, and the little details did not go unnoticed. We embraced our roots at the ITALIAN TRATTORIA class - where we made Prosciutto-Wrapped Artichoke Hearts, Chopped Salad with Calabrian Chili Vinaigrette, Beef Braciole in Red Wine Tomato Sauce paired with Potato Gnocchi and finished the evening with a Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Raspberry Coulis! read more

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My fourth cooking class with The Cookery! I was able to score seats to the very popular Pasta Perfecto class, and took my husband and mother in law. As usual I was in love with every single dish, a refreshing pesto tortellini to start, a lamb ragu and dill fettucine alfredo for the entree, and finally a delightful chocolate ravioli for dessert. Abby is a super fun and wonderful host. The entire experience is easy and stress-free especially because they handle the portions and cleanup for you! Wine pairings were on point. 100% I will be back again for one of their 30+ menus that I haven't yet tried. read more

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Once you've participated in one cooking class, you've kind of been to them all, right? WRONG!! I entered The Cookery with that mentality and as a young, seasoned cook, I wondered if this would be worth my time. At the Cookery, Creating your delightful 3 course meal is honestly like cooking in the kitchen with your family; a medium sized dinner party, with fun stories and laughter exchanged. Every person in that room was pleasant to be around. It's like The Cookery handpicked everyone from the "nice people and positive vibes" club....wait....well why was my sister there? Kidding! Meghan S., I hope you're not reading this... Even with a class of 14 or 15, during this 3 hour event, everyone will have a part in creating a colorful, healthy, and delicious dish. Important info you might want to "know before ya go": -Beginners to experts, I promise you...YES, YOU....will learn something new. -Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. You'll be standing almost the entire time. Chairs are obtainable. -IF YOU'RE AN EXTREME "GERMAPHOBE"....These type cooking classes might not be for you. Everyone contributes to the meal and some might unknowingly brush their hand on their face or hair during the process, but the instructors were pretty efficient on encouraging lots of handwashing after these incidentals....(hunty, just pray all foreign bodies away; you'll be aight). -Bring your appetite and your appetite's appetite! So many leftovers! -You're emailed the ingredients and recipes to every plate made within 24 hours after class Now my pockets prohibit me from partaking in this type activity more than I would like, but trust this review, I wouldn't tell you anything wrong. :-) A thank you to the instructors for your enthusiasm and patience and I'll see you next time! Don't meet me there, BEAT me there! read more

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So much fun! Cool little spot for intimate cooking class. Nice and cool inside. Staff were great. Food was delicious. Cute table setting! Fun for couple, friends, date, party idea. Interactive but not overwhelming. Courses are spaced perfectly. Menu was well thought out. Would definitely go again! read more

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I ha e been wanting to take a cooking class for years!! But have never gotten around to it. My friend wanted to go to a cooking class for her birthday so upon researching there were a couple of options but we opted for this company. The staff here is amazing, upon arrival we were greeted with smiling faces, checked in and given a glass of wine as we waited. Once everyone was there we got right into the kitchen. Everything was very organized and we were able to try our hand at pretty much everything. What I liked was that we would make a course and then sit down at this gorgeous table and eat family style while the staff prepared the items for the next entree. Everything was delicious and the others in attendance were so nice and friendly which made for a really great time. The owner is very funny and very knowledgeable and gave us really great tips. Our two hours flew by and I was sad it ended. I had a blast and would recommend them to anyone!! read more

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Went here last month for an office Christmas party. Lots of fun and learned some techniques.

I bought this class as a gift for my boyfriend. We were extremely disappointed. Maybe we shouldn't have picked sushi, but something about eating the rice that the people next to us had their hands all over just didn't sit right with me. The instructor let someone add wasabi to the meat that everyone in the class was going to be using and then made it unbearably spicy, (I have a high spice tolerance) which ruined some of the limited rolls we made. Overall, we left thinking that we wouldn't be eating sushi for a long time after this class. We also didn't enjoy that we didn't get to make everything ourselves, everyone had a different job and we were limited to only doing one thing. They were also a little stingy with the beer and sake. Fun concept and probably a lot better with different types of classes, but we were really disappointed read more

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The cookery is such a fun experience, love this for a date night! We went to the cocktail party class. We got to make small bites & dessert along with 5 cocktails. You get all the recipes for everything you made afterwards as well! Highly recommend read more

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Amazing cooking class. Had a double date here and we did the pasta perfecto class. It was so fun and we had an amazing time. We learned a lot and excited to try remake the dishes at home. Everyone else who was in the class was really lovely and we enjoyed talking to everyone. read more

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Such a fun way to get out of the house and connect on a date night with your partner, friends, family, whomever. Our group was that diverse and it was very fun. We choose the Italian menu, Bring your own wine if you want to enjoy the good stuff (if you care about that). It wasn't too hands on - like "you pour this into this" and "you stir the pasta water" and "you sauté the broccolini after it's already been blanched" etc. so if you want more hands on options, there are other formats in DFW. What I loved about this was the the instructor get like they were including everyone and you get like a true team. I loved eating in increments rather than everything at the end like other formats. For the price I wouldn't go again, but it was nice to get out in this way. read more

The food was delicious. Experience was overall fun. My only recommendation is that I would get there early to ensure you get one of the two stations in the middle. I felt that being on the end, we did very little actual cooking and more standing around watching the class. I truly thought each couple would be cooking. My wife and I were with another couple, so that helped us pass time while other people cooled. read more

Madison was great, very friendly and a wonderful professor/chef. We had a group of 14 attendees and it was very fun! We learned a lot and it's something we would love to do again soon. Shawn was very helpful and we soooo appreciate her! Thank you guys for a wonderful experience for our anniversary read more

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Had an amazing experience here last night! The food was delicious but what really made the night fun was the instructor Sian! She was so friendly and made us all feel right at home! We will definitely book another event with her in the future! read more

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My husband brought me here as a birthday gift and we loved it! Made fancy appetizers and drinks and they taught you from step 1. Felt so much more competent and able to make these items! The staff was so very friendly and helpful. read more

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Had the best COVID friendly experience at The Cookery Dallas last night! As nurses, me and my friend were both impressed by the chef's attention to detail and hand washing instructions.. the food was amazing and to think we cooked it ourselves!! Chef Peter was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel very competent! We didn't even use any measuring cups or spoons.. he made it seem so simple! The ambience and atmosphere was perfect .. I would highly recommend this fun experience! read more

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Just spent a fabulous afternoon at The Cookery in Dallas. The subject was Mediterranean food. Well organized. Fun. Learned quite a bit. Interacting with other students was an integral part of the experience. Would have been a great team-building exercise. Top notch! read more

What a fun evening learning to make pasta with Stephanie! We made 3 kinds of pasta, lamb ragu, ricotta cheese and Alfredo sauce. It's obvious that Stephanie loves teaching people how to cook. She's a hoot! i just wished we lived closer. Steve & Marcia fro Silverdale WA read more

I found this place as Christmas gift for my boyfriend. We had talked about a sushi making class forever and this is what I found in my research. And I'm glad I did! Kelly was a fantastic hostess and instructor. She was patient and inclusive of all and funny. Not to mention she knows her stuff! The set up is a very neat. They have a huge table that you eat your apps at with everyone in the class so you get to know the other participants. It's very hands on and spacious! Not to mention, they include alcohol in the cost and they do not skimp on it at all. The amount of food they provided was incredible. We did the sushi arogato class which consisted of 4 appetizers: miso soup, salmon sashimi with jalapeno and ponzu, shishito peppers, and stuffed mari pockets (I had never heard of the mari but trust me-delish!!). For main course we made our own spicy tuna 2 ways. Then created a maki roll, inside out roll, and hand roll. You got to put in your fish (salmon, tuna, eel) and lots of toppings (avocado, bell peppers, cucumber, mango, etc.) And then desert was a yummy matcha ice cream! I am gluten-free and this class was very gluten free friendly! I asked Kelly before we left about her other classes and she said the only one that there is no way to avoid the gluten is the pasta class (which is a bummer bc that sounds like an incredible class!) I've been to cooking classes before and nothing has compared to The Cookery's experience. We already started to look up future classes to go back as soon as possible. read more

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Pretty awful, expensive waste of time and money to learn nothing, do nothing, put up with attitude and disrespect from the instructor and not get a lot of food. Completely worthless and not worth your time or money. Be clear about something - this is not a cooking class. This is essentially a group dinner with a cooking demonstration. Want to learn knife skills? Don't go here because you won't be allowed to touch a knife. Want to learn how to season with salt? Not here because you can't touch the salt - it's all done for you. All the prep is done when you get there, all the cooking except for a few basic steps are done by the instructor. The few tasks the class is allowed to do are spread out amongst 14 people so you don't end up participating much at all. The instructor is a culinary school student who doesn't really know anything and she has a super nasty attitude and is vindictive when you push back and don't like her attitude. $125 for an extremely basic meal that has about $13 in food costs. It's all Trader Joe's food and wine. Seriously. Go to TJs and shop for yourself - there is nothing here that is hard. I wouldn't go back here if you paid ME, much less pay them. read more

Great way to practice some new recipes hands-on with guidance. The food was terrific, the staff so helpful and polite. You get to eat what you make and the best part is: no dishes to wash, ha ha! I did the brunch class this time but will be back for more. read more

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Hubby took me here for our date night! I loved how the class was small, about 12 people (6 couples). They offer a variety of classes, and we attended one that did bite size foods & drinks! We all gathered around the granite isle and there were different things in front of every couple (some had pots, some had cheese, chocolate, garnish etc.). We got assigned to make certain dishes based on our station. Kelly was able to explain what everyone was making and we all got to work. I stood over where garnish was and I basically stemmed off herbs but I volunteered to help others chop up chocolate and mix poke. We made the following tonight: *sweet and spicy caramelized nuts *warm crab dip crostini *Green goddess devil eggs w crispy prosciutto *parm baked cheese straws *Yellow tail poke on wontons *chili lime shrimp and mango salsa endives *candied orange dark chocolate bark Once we prepped and cooked the food, we all gathered around a huge table where we started on making varies drinks like mojitos, martinis, gin fizz's, and old fashions! Once drinks were done we ate them together with our food we just made. We did about 2 rounds of cooking and cocktail making! The cost was $95/pp and with the caliber of food and alcohol, it was worth every penny! Overall, it was like having thanksgiving with strangers and it was an awesome experience! The teacher was engaging and the energy was great! I consider myself moderately "seasoned" cook but I learned a few things! These girls know their craft! We can't wait to bring our friends here as I know we will have a great time! read more

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I bought the Pasta Perfecto class as a present to my boyfriend (both 23YO). It was a blast! Monica was a wonderful instructor and everyone in the class made friends quickly. We even went to a wine bar together after eating our delicious good! 10/10 would recommend and we will come back again! read more

It's a fun night, but not really a cooking class. You'll get to stir a few things or grate some cheese, but that's about it. The wine is cheap from Trader Joe's and our steakhouse night served sirloins. Our instructor was nice, but calling her a chef would be a stretch. It's more social rather than a cooking class. But know that for $125, you're getting a $30 meal with low quality wine. read more

We had an absolutely amazing time at The Cookery. Our instructor Abby was the kindest and most friendly cooking class instructor we've ever had! The food was absolutely delicious and the wine pairings were very nice. We had a fun group that was interactive and diverse. I would highly recommend going to The Cookery for date nights, celebrations, or just a fun night out. Our Taste of Tuscany meal was delicious and we will definitely (attempt to) recreate it! Ingredients used can be found at almost any grocery store or specialty store. The entire experience was very clean and well organized. Counters were sanitized often and I was encouraged to wash my hands multiple times throughout the evening and avoid touching cell phones/face/etc. CAUTION: My partner and I are not high risk for COVID. But occasionally we are around people who are high risk. Knowing that people have different levels of sensitivity to the pandemic, we wear masks to be safe and keep our distance. Masks were NOT required during our class. Social distancing was NOT enforced. We ate in close proximity to others and shared all serving utensils. If you are sensitive or high-risk, I would encourage you to book a class at a future date when it is safe to be in close proximity to others not in your household. read more

Wow! What a great time. Father/daughter date and the pasta was delicious! The teacher was amazing, and facility was pristine! Will be back for sure! read more

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Can't say enough good things about this place! I wanted to throw a surprise party for my friend's birthday, and Kelly was MORE than accommodating -- not only did she offer to help customize a menu just for our dinner group, but she even posted the event online as if it were a "normal" class that was simply soldout so that my friend wouldn't see a private event and get suspicious. During the event, Fiona was our instructor and had tons of great tips and tricks for us -- not to mention, her incredible Green Goddess dip! At first, I wasn't sure how much we'd be cooking since the large group of us were spread out across the giant kitchen island, but The Cookery had it figured out perfectly. They had various components and stations spaced along the counter in front of people, encouraging everyone to get involved with as much (or as little) as they wanted to do, all while sipping wine and having a good time. I was also impressed by how perfectly they timed everything so that we got to do a little cooking and learning, but then sit down at the table to enjoy each course. It gave us a chance to relax and talk with each other and fully enjoy our meal before gathering back around the island for our next course. It was all so fluid and engaging, and our group had such a great time. Not to mention, everything was DELICIOUS!! The braised short ribs with creamy herbed polenta and gremolata were something I would never have attempted otherwise, but it feels right in my comfort zone now! Thanks again to Kelly, Fiona and The Cookery team for such an incredible concept and experience - I can't WAIT to come back again! :) read more

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Boyfriend and I had so much fun in the pasta class! Learned a lot, hands-on, team effort. A little pricey, but completely worth the cost - great value. read more