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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CHEF’S PLACE
Take & Bake: Latticed Apple Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Take home a delicious homemade pie served in a Sur La Table pie dish Dive into pie-making with this interactive cooking class. A chef instructor will lead you through crafting a homemade pie from start to finish. You'll master key skills such as creating a buttery latticed crust and preparing an apple pie filling with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Easy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring the whole family together for fun Italian cooking! Make family time delicious in this fun Italian cooking class in NYC. Learn how to prepare golden chicken Parmesan with fresh tomato sauce, roll out homemade pasta dough for creamy fettuccine Alfredo and finish the experience with sweet cannoli cupcakes topped...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pumpkin Chai Spice Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the joy of baking with a festive pumpkin chai spice pie. Celebrate fall with a take-and-bake cooking class in NYC that ends with a pie you can enjoy at home. You’ll prepare a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie infused with warm spices and topped with a caramelized sugar crust. Chef Emily or one of the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Modern Friendsgiving Fare
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover a modern take on a classic Thanksgiving feast perfect for an evening with friends. In this hands-on class with Chef Ivan, you will learn how to prepare a three-course Friendsgiving feast using modern culinary techniques and gourmet ingredients that will put a new spin on classic American dishes and...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Plant-Based Creations the Easy Way
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn knife skills, rich vegan sauces and desserts in this hands-on experience. This cooking class explores the versatility and creativity of plant-based cuisine. Chef Adrian will guide you in crafting a three-course menu that’s hearty, flavorful and entirely vegan.
Begin by assembling vibrant vegan summer rolls...
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Chef Adrian
Serving the New Jersey area
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Preparing Hearty Vegan Dishes
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Learn foul-proof techniques to bring plant-based dishes to your culinary repertoire. This cooking class focuses on delicious, plant-based meals that are easy to prepare and full of flavor. Chef Mary will teach you how to create a satisfying vegan feast using simple, wholesome ingredients.
Start with vibrant vegan...
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Chef Mary
Serving the New Jersey area
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Great for Groups of 13-20
Rustic French Fusion
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Take a culinary journey around the world with your team and craft foods with French flair. Gather your team and prepare a curated French fusion menu in this hands-on corporate cooking class. Chef Denis will guide you through eclectic recipes inspired by global flavors.
First, your team will prepare a Moroccan...
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Chef Denis
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 18-30
Handpicked Italian Favorites
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Gather your team around the pizza oven for a build your own Italian night. With Chef Kymberly to share the techniques and flavor pairings classic to Italian cuisine, your team can draw inspiration for their own personalized dishes.
For a tangy, crunchy start, bite into a flavor-packed bruschetta topped with bright...
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Chef Kymberly
Brooklyn (Williamsburg)
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Great for Groups of 12-20
Wonderful Feast
$165
Team Building Activity
$165
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Invite your team to an exciting team-building cooking class outside the office. They will discover how to elevate their culinary skills with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients as they work together to make four courses of elevated...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Italian Culinary Adventure
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Embark on a journey through the culinary world of Italian cooking. Italian cooking is known for tradition that meets modernity and in this hands-on Italian cooking class led by top-rated Chef Antonio, you'll be taught how to craft beloved Italian dishes. Start your culinary journey with bruschetta al Pomodoro e...
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Chef Antonio
Serving the New Jersey area
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Pop-up Class
Luxury Experience
The Ultimate Dumping Showdown
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Learn the art of traditional dumpling-making in a friendly culinary competition. In this team building activity, you’ll bring your group closer together with a dumpling-making experience that’s all about connection, creativity and traditional cuisine. Your group will prepare dumpling dough from scratch and learn...
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Chef Iliana
Serving the New Jersey area
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Vegan Flavors for Home Chefs
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to make satisfying vegan dishes with easy-to-follow steps. This cooking class celebrates the rich and varied flavors of plant-based cuisine. Chef Afi will guide you in preparing a delicious three-course vegan menu using fresh ingredients and innovative techniques.
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Chef Afi
Serving the New Jersey area
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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.