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DLM Culinary Center

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The DLM Culinary Center offers a wide range of cooking classes for every level of expertise and tasting palate, and we're excited to now bring our exciting classes, menus, and more to two campuses. Visit our original cooking school at the Washington Square store or our newest location in Mason! Whether you’re looking to learn some kitchen basics, hone your cooking skills, or broaden your culinary horizon, our skilled staff and guest instructors bring experience and excitement to the table every time.

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The perfect gift for the food lover in your life, a DLM Gift Card offers an opportunity to embark on a culinary adventure at either of the DLM Culinary Centers! From hands-on classes and kids’ camps to multi-course meals and more, our wide array of classes are gifts that are sure to be cherished.

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Upcoming Classes

Flavors of South America: A Food & Wine Pairing

Flavors of South America: A Food & Wine Pairing

August 27, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Thursday, August 27 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $130

Explore the bold, vibrant flavors of South America with Chef Carrie Walters and wine expert Teresa Kearney, CSW, in this dynamic food and wine pairing. Begin with bright Peruvian-Style Ceviche with Sweet Potato and savory Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas, followed by Grilled Shrimp with Bahian Peanut Sauce. A showstopping Brazilian Stuffed Rib Roast highlights rich, hearty flavors, ending with a sweet finish of Dulce de Leche. Each course is thoughtfully paired with wines that complement the region’s diverse cuisine.

This class is full

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Preserving Summer: Corn Salsa & Chow Chow

Preserving Summer: Corn Salsa & Chow Chow

September 20, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Rob Leonard
Rescheduled to Sunday, September 20 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | $75
(Previously: Sunday, August 30th 2026 1:00PM - 3:00PM)

Celebrate the summer harvest in this hands-on canning class with Rob Leonard! Learn to make and preserve two flavorful recipes using the simple water bath method, then take home pint jars and recipes to enjoy all winter long.

2 Seats Left!

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Hands-On Not Pie, Pizza Pie Class (Gluten-Free)

Hands-On Not Pie, Pizza Pie Class (Gluten-Free)

September 22, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Jessica Vu
Tuesday, September 22 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $110

Deep dish pizza ... gluten-free? Absolutely! Join Jessica Vu, owner and baker of Bites of Nostalgia gluten-free bakery, as you learn how to create an easy, foolproof yeast dough that bakes into a delicious deep-dish crust with incredible flavor and texture. During this class you will create your own personal 8-inch Deep Dish Pizza Pie, pair it with gluten-free Hard Cider, and enjoy a charming gluten-free Apple Pie Cookie.

10 Seats Left

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Family Night: Hands-On Back to School!

Family Night: Hands-On Back to School!

September 27, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Zebbie Borland
Sunday, September 27 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $110

Bring your family together for dinner with this hands-on cooking adventure with Zebbie Borland. Make Cider Braised Pot Roast and Crispy Brown Butter Sage Smashed Potatoes together, enjoy a fresh Autumn Harvest Salad, and finish with a sweet Apple Crumble with Streusel Topping. This is a fun, approachable class perfect for sharing skills, flavors, and quality time in the kitchen.

9 Seats Left

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Let's Do Lunch! Welcome to Fall

Let's Do Lunch! Welcome to Fall

October 2, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Friday, October 2 | 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. | $50

Join Chef Mary Cooney for lunch as we welcome apple season! We’ll start with a fall Baby Greens Salad with Apples, Goat Cheese, and Pecans. We'll make a delicious Bowtie Pasta with Chicken, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, and Spinach in Cream SauceAnd we'll finish with Apple Crisp for a sweet treat to fit the theme! This is an hour-long lunch class.

16 Seats Left

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Floral Workshop: Mom & Me Flower Crowns

Floral Workshop: Mom & Me Flower Crowns

October 3, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Saturday, October 3 | 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | $50

Join our expert DLM Floral Department managers, Julia Bratton, Jenny Azwol, Bee Busdiecker, and Laura Bailey, in this hands-on class where mother and child will learn how to design matching flower crowns together using beautiful, live flowers. These crowns are perfect for photos, dress-up, and everyday fun.

24 Seats Left

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Decorated Fall Mum Cupcakes Workshop

Decorated Fall Mum Cupcakes Workshop

October 6, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Tuesday, October 6 | 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | $75

DLM Washington Square Love Cakes Designers Lee Ann France and Sarah Rios will be the instructors for this hands-on workshop to create a beautiful arrangement of 6 Fall Mum Cupcakes. With their guided instruction, you’ll practice piping buttercream flowers and arranging your cupcakes into a stunning, gift-ready and edible arrangement. No experience needed—just creativity and a love of sweets.

Each student will design their own beautiful arrangement to take home. All tools and materials are provided. Light snacks, coffee, and a mimosa included.

14 Seats Left

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Italian Dinner: Flavors of Fall

Italian Dinner: Flavors of Fall

October 8, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Thursday, October 8 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $125

For starters, we'll serve Crispy Prosciutto Bites, which are strips of prosciutto wrapped around pizza doughdipped in marinara sauce. We'll pair it alongside a crispy Pancetta-Wrapped Chicken Breast and Pasta with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard to create an ultimate comfort dish. Dessert is a decadent Chocolate Ciambella Cake with Chocolate Ganache and Fresh Raspberries. Gather with us for a special fall dinner with Mary Cooney. This menu will be paired with wine.

24 Seats Left

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Gluten-Free Bliss: Breakfast Pastries

Gluten-Free Bliss: Breakfast Pastries

October 10, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Jessica Vu
Saturday, October 10 | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | $90

Join instructor Jessica Vu, owner of the local business Bites of Nostalgia to learn how to make blissful gluten-free breakfast pastries. She will be demonstrating how to make delicate Sweet Crêpes with a Nutella Drizzle, bake tender Apple-Currant Scones and perfect New York-Style Crumb Coffee Cake that has a buttery cake base and a crunchy streusel topping. Savor all the comfort food taste without the gluten and take home the recipes to make at home!

31 Seats Left

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Chana Masala: Classic Indian Vegetarian Curry

Chana Masala: Classic Indian Vegetarian Curry

October 12, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Ann Sharma
Monday, October 12 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $90

Experience the rich, comforting flavors of Indian cuisine with Ann Sharma in this class centered around Chana Masala. Enjoy the hearty and rich flavors of this popular staple of classic Indian cuisine made with white chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, spices, and herbs. This hearty cuisine will be paired with Roti brushed with Ghee. Finish with a simple, refreshing dessert of Ice Cream topped with Fresh Fruit. A well-rounded class highlighting bold flavors and approachable techniques.

32 Seats Left

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Culinary Center Class Cancellation & Registration Policy

Culinary Center class registrations may be cancelled up to 7 days prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund, with proper notification. Cancellations made with notification after the 7-day deadline are eligible for credit toward future culinary class registrations if notification is given prior to the day of a class. If you are unable to attend any class, you are welcome to send a substitute in your place. To give proper notifications for a cancellation or notice of a substitution, please contact the culinary center location where your class is taking place. Any no-call, no-show participants forfeit refunds or class credits. The DLM Culinary Center reserves the right to cancel a class, when necessary, due to inclement weather, emergencies, or insufficient enrollment, and may also substitute instructors or food items when required. In the event that a class is cancelled, registered students will receive a full refund or credit, as applicable.