Cooking Classes in New Jersey
Best Cooking Classes in New Jersey for your next culinary journey
Known as the Garden State, cooking classes in New Jersey offer an unrivaled opportunity to learn how to harness the bounty of nature. Whether you’re in Camden NJ, Hoboken, Jersey City or Princeton NJ, there are plenty of cooking experiences in New Jersey all within easy reach. Want to learn to cook homestyle Italian dishes? How about mastering authentic Chinese recipes? It could be that you simply want to wow your friends at your next pizza night. Whatever it is you wish to learn, an impressive line-up of esteemed local chefs are ready to guide you with fun, hands-on classes, teaching you the skills you need to up your culinary game. Sounds good? Then book your cooking class in New Jersey today!
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Create Sweet Tarts and Pies This Fall
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake holiday-worthy pies with cozy seasonal flair. Bake your way through fall favorites in this pie and tart cooking class in NYC. With help from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make classic apple cranberry pie with a lattice top, a smooth chocolate-hazelnut tart and extra pie crust cookies....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Tantalizing Korean Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover simply more-ish Korean style munchies Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a cooking class that reveals how to craft the best of Korean restaurant favorites. Master the art of creating delicious dumplings, perfectly pleated and bursting with savory goodness, and learn to make chewy rice cakes. A chef...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fine Italian Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy the very best of fine dining with an Italian feast Taste of Italy’s best flavors with this immersive cooking class. For the opportunity to discover ingredients that may be new to you, including corkscrew-shaped cavatappi pasta and pecorino, a hard cheese made with sheep’s milk, this experience is unmissable....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Build Simple Mediterranean Recipes From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare meals that are as vibrant as they are nourishing. Explore pantry staples in this Mediterranean cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to roast chicken with caramelized onion and preserved lemon, toss a carrot salad with cumin seed and feta and prepare fluffy couscous with...
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Fall Recipes From the Italian Kitchen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Reimagine fall favorites with rustic Italian charm. Dig into fall comfort food with this hands-on Italian cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to make sweet potato gnocchi with brown butter and sage, then wrap chicken in prosciutto and finish it with a marsala wine sauce. For...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fall Comfort Food Worth Savoring
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice cozy cooking techniques in a fun, hands-on setting. Celebrate autumn in this hands-on cooking class in NYC with Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs. You’ll prepare tender pork chops glazed with beer and maple syrup, then craft traditional spaetzle tossed in brown butter. For dessert, bake a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Fine Five-Star French Dining
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook the finest French cuisine for yourself In this cooking class you'll learn how to create the finest French food from simple ingredients to make dishes with complex flavors. Under the guidance of an expert chef you’ll craft iconic dishes as you master pan-roasting, caramelizing and sautéing. End on a sweet note...
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Learn to Make Bread From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to make bread that’s both rustic and refined. Learn the secrets to perfect homemade bread in this hands-on baking cooking class in NYC. With help from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make fluffy focaccia topped with roasted vegetables and basil oil, then shape mini baguettes...
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Design a Flavorful French Fall Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Taste the magic of fall with elevated French recipes. Channel the charm of a Parisian bistro in this cozy French cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to make rosemary pan-seared chicken with wild mushrooms, light and airy gougères and a crisp frisée and apple salad with...
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Prepare a Lavish Spanish Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create shareable, flavorful dishes with Spanish roots. Take yourself on a trip in this Spanish cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to make garlicky chicken thighs with piquillo pepper sauce, roast potatoes with chorizo, olives and Manchego and braise kale and chickpeas with...
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Discover the Heart of Southern Comfort
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make homestyle Southern dishes that warm the soul. Indulge in classic comfort food in this hearty cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to make crispy chicken-fried steak smothered in rich red eye gravy. Then, roast broccoli with lemon and chili flakes for a flavorful veggie side....
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Whip Up a Flavorful French Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Impress your guests with bistro classics full of seasonal flavor. Master the art of French bistro cooking in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll sear cast iron steak and create a rich red wine sauce, then prepare creamy truffle mashed...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in New Jersey
How much do cooking classes in New Jersey cost?
The cost for your cooking class will be determined by the session you choose, the chef conducting the course and the size of your group. Consulting the listings on this page we'll show you the beginning price and any fees that apply. A tiering structure based on head count and other course details is used to calculate final cost. You can expect to pay between $59 and $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Everyone intrigued by the possibilities of creating fantastic food is welcome into these cooking classes, regardless of their existing culinary abilities. The laid back atmosphere and encouraging instruction are perfect for beginning chefs who need a little encouragement, while the premium techniques and prime menus are perfect for helping intermediate and advanced chefs expand their repertoire. Birthday celebrations, friends' nights and evenings out become more delicious with cooking experiences that add sweetness to the moment. There are even kid and teen courses to get younger chefs into the mix. And with family fun and team building cooking sessions on the docket, the whole group can get in on the excitement of going gourmet.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Choosing from the best cooking classes in New Jersey means you can expect a top notch culinary lesson from one of the most talented chefs in the city. You'll have step-by-step instruction that lets you learn as you go, with all ingredients and tools provided for you. There's never any pressure, just encouragement to learn and enjoy the course. Share kitchen time with like-minded gourmets from around the city as yourtalent for taste and texture comes into focus. Depending on the session you choose, you may enjoy your creations in class or take home what you've made to share with friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master essential techniques like the proper use of your kitchen knives and choosing the proper pan for the task hand, as well as specialty methods like creating restaurant-level sushi and decorating cakes in the finest contemporary styles. Within each session lies a range of lessons that help make your work easier, everything from getting the most out of your tools to creating handmade garnishes. Whether you're learning how to make your own pasta from scratch in an Italian cooking class or preparing a blend of regional herbs that adds authentic Asian flare to your dishes, all cooking courses help you master methods you can use in your everyday cooking practices.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
There's an abundance of benefits to taking a cooking class New Jersey, ranging from adding to your gourmet abilities to creating magical moments with friends and family in the kitchen. You have the opportunity to work across from some of the most talented culinary creatives in town while gaining a greater sense of your own skills. You'll collect incredible recipes that are bound to become perennial favorites in your dining lineup while sharing space with passionate fellow cooks who just might become new friends. With sessions near you happening in Fishtown, Princeton Junction and beyond, you have easy access to the best of modern cooking from anywhere in town.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose from a deep list of cooking classes in New Jersey that celebrate the best of New American cuisine and East Coast seafood. For more specialized culinary creativity, you'll find courses covering French pastries, contemporary cake decorating, classic sushi, authentic handmade pasta and more. And if a premium dining experience is more your appetite, opting for prime Italian, French or Spanish cooking lessons gives you options that are just as spectacular as the menu at Toscano, Restaurant Serenade or Fornos.
Where do the classes take place?
Though top cooking classes are available all around New Jersey, the actual instruction takes place either in your place, your instructor's place or a third-party venue that's ready for cooking. You may also find classes in which the instructor is available to travel to a pre-chosen locale or workspace to conduct the session. For these courses, all materials and ingredients will be provided by the chef instructor. You can take a look at the class listing for a map image that lets you know where the class occurs.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in New Jersey
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.