Welcome to Skillette!
Everything You Need to Know
We want you to feel prepared and confident for your first class at Skillette. Here's everything you need to know to ensure a successful experience.
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What to Wear/Bring
We will provide aprons, all equipment, and ingredients.
Students must wear closed-toed shoes, hair pulled back if long, and no loose sleeves. You'll be on your feet most of class, so wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
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Location & Parking
Union Market Parking LotsWe're located inside La Cosecha Market, in the Union Market District at 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002. There is free three-hour parking in the La Cosecha garage (located on the backside of the building) and other parking options can be found here:
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Arrival
Classes will begin on time and instruction will not be repeated for late arrivals. DC traffic can be heavy and parking tough, so plan to arrive early to park and get situated in class!
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Class Format
Every class will focus on a specific culinary skill expressed through a recipe. Students will work in pairs to learn the skill and give each other feedback and guidance.
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Schedule Management
Manage my scheduleStudents can manage their schedule via the link below. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you cancel a class outside of of 24 hrs, the class will be added back to your account.
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Allergies and Food Preferences
We'll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, food allergies, and food preferences with 48 hour notice. Please email hello@skillettecooking.com to let us know so we can prepare a great experience for you.
This Season's Classes
Our classes change monthly (with the exception of our Knife Skills Series Level 1-6 which is always offered) to focus on seasonal skills.
Meet Chef Rachel Bindel
Chef Rachel Bindel, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, has worked at esteemed restaurants such as Husk under Sean Brock (James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef, Bon Appétit Magazine's Best New Restaurant in America), Tail Up Goat (1 Michelin star), and Gravitas (1 Michelin star). She was named one of San Pellegrino’s Top 10 Young Chefs in America in 2020 and competed in DC’s Capital Food Fight 2023.
Masterclasses and Special Events
Learn more about masterclasses, dinners, and community care events we have going on!