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Cooking Classes in Baltimore & Maryland

Crosswood offers public and private hands-on cooking classes for beginners, couples, friends and small groups in the Baltimore area. Learn real techniques, make something delicious and enjoy what you prepare together in a relaxed setting led by Chef Jesse Cross.

Chef hands shaping fresh pasta
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Upcoming Public Classes

Choose a current Crosswood class or pop-up and go straight to its Eventbrite ticket page.

Smash Burger Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company event image

Smash Burger Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company

Fri, Sep 25 · 6:00 PM
Baltimore Spirits Company

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Dumplings & Drafts: Hands-On Cooking Class at Peabody Heights event image

Dumplings & Drafts: Hands-On Cooking Class at Peabody Heights

Thu, Oct 8 · 6:00 PM
Peabody Heights Brewery

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Hands-On Korean BBQ Cooking Class at Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard event image

Hands-On Korean BBQ Cooking Class at Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

Thu, Oct 22 · 6:00 PM
Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

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Apple-Cider BBQ Slider Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company event image

Apple-Cider BBQ Slider Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company

Fri, Oct 30 · 6:00 PM
Baltimore Spirits Company

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French Dip Slider Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company event image

French Dip Slider Pop-Up at Baltimore Spirits Company

Fri, Nov 27 · 6:00 PM
Baltimore Spirits Company

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Holiday Chocolate Workshop: Bark & Truffles at Peabody Heights event image

Holiday Chocolate Workshop: Bark & Truffles at Peabody Heights

Tue, Dec 15 · 6:00 PM
Peabody Heights Brewery

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Private Cooking Classes

Private cooking classes bring a chef-led, hands-on experience to your home or approved private event space. For office groups and workplace gatherings, explore our corporate cooking classes and team-building experiences.

Every private class is led by Chef Jesse Cross and includes all ingredients, equipment, setup, instruction, and cleanup—with the food you prepare enjoyed together at the end of the experience.

Classes are interactive, relaxed, and designed so every guest can participate while learning real techniques and practical skills to take home.

Minimum group size: Private classes require a minimum of 4 guests.

Included in every class

  • Full hands-on instruction
  • All ingredients and equipment
  • Ingredient prep and setup
  • Cleanup after the event
  • A relaxed, interactive atmosphere
Examples and not limited to

Cooking Class Offerings

Choose a familiar favorite, explore a new cuisine, or collaborate with Chef Jesse on a theme for your birthday, date night, company gathering, winery event, or private celebration.

Pasta & Italian
  • Handmade Pasta & Tomato Sauce
  • Ricotta Gnocchi with Garlic Cream Sauce
  • Butternut Squash Ravioli
  • Cozy Italian Dinner
  • Fresh Mozzarella
Asian Cuisine
  • Handmade Sushi for Beginners
  • Asian Dumplings
  • Pad Thai
  • Korean BBQ
  • Japanese Ramen
Mediterranean & Middle Eastern
  • Mediterranean Mezze & Flatbreads
  • Greek Cooking
  • Middle Eastern Cooking
Mexican & Latin Inspired
  • California Style Street Tacos
  • Mexican Street Food
American Comfort Food
  • American Steakhouse
  • Maryland Cooking
  • One Pot Cooking
  • Soups & Stews
Seasonal, Technique & Private Events
  • Knife Skills
  • Cast Iron Cooking
  • Holiday Chocolate Workshop
  • Fall Harvest Dinner
  • Cozy French Bistro Night
  • Winery & Brewery Pairing Experiences
  • Date Night Cooking Experiences
  • Team Building Cooking Events
  • Bachelorette & Celebration Dinners
  • Custom Chef’s Table Experiences
Hands serving freshly prepared food at a shared table

Want a class designed around your own group? See exactly what is included, how menus are selected and what Chef Jesse needs to prepare your proposal.

Explore Private Cooking Classes

PRIVATE COOKING CLASSES
Bring a chef-led, hands-on cooking experience to your home, office, or private event space.

Every private class is led by Chef Jesse Cross and includes all ingredients, equipment, setup, instruction, and cleanup—with the food you prepare enjoyed together at the end of the experience.

Classes are interactive, relaxed, and designed so every guest can participate while learning real techniques and practical skills to take home.

MINIMUM GROUP SIZE
Private classes require a minimum of 4 guests.

POPULAR THEMES
Handmade Pasta & Red Sauce
Asian Dumplings
Korean BBQ
Sushi for Beginners
California-Style Street Tacos
Knife Skills
Seasonal Dinner Workshops
Custom themes and collaborative menu planning are also available for birthdays, date nights, corporate gatherings, team-building events, bachelorette parties, winery events, and private celebrations.

INCLUDED IN EVERY CLASS
Full hands-on instruction
All ingredients and equipment
Ingredient prep and setup
Cleanup after the event
A relaxed, interactive atmosphere

Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner party or a larger social gathering, Crosswood Cooking Collective private classes are designed to create memorable experiences centered on great food and good company.

Cooking Class Offerings

(Examples and not limited to)

Pasta & Italian Cooking

  • Handmade Pasta & Tomato Sauce

  • Ricotta Gnocchi with Garlic Cream Sauce

  • Butternut Squash Ravioli

  • Cozy Italian Dinner

Asian Cuisine

  • Handmade Sushi for Beginners

  • Asian Dumplings

  • Pad Thai

  • Korean BBQ

  • Japanese Ramen

Mediterranean & Middle Eastern

  • Mediterranean Mezze & Flatbreads

  • Greek Cooking

  • Middle Eastern Cooking

Mexican & Latin Inspired

  • California Style Street Tacos

  • Mexican Street Food

American Comfort Food

  • American Steakhouse

  • Maryland Cooking

  • One Pot Cooking

  • Soups & Stews

Technique & Skill Based Classes

  • Knife Skills

  • Cast Iron Cooking

Seasonal & Specialty Experiences

  • Holiday Chocolate Workshop

  • Fall Harvest Dinner

  • Cozy French Bistro Night

  • Winery & Brewery Pairing Experiences

Private Event Experiences

  • Date Night Cooking Experiences

  • Team Building Cooking Events

  • Bachelorette & Celebration Dinners

  • Custom Chef’s Table Experiences