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!
CHEF’S PLACE
Healthy Cooking Made Easy
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn the skills needed to make healthy cooking easier and more delicious than ever before. In this hands-on class with Chef Inga, you will learn how to prepare a healthy three-course dinner menu using fresh, everyday ingredients and simple cooking techniques that yield complex flavor profiles.
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Chef Inga
Lawrenceville
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
New Year
Vegetarian Asian Dumplings
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Chef Afi will lead you through handcrafting Asian-inspired dishes expertly created with modern techniques. Master folding skills and simple methods for crafting Asian-style recipes, as well as learning how to cook in a bamboo steamer in this hands-on cooking class. Join a world-class chef on a journey through...
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Chef Afi
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Artisan Holiday Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake two festive holiday breads and savor them fresh and warm from the oven. Add some sweetness to your holiday season with a hands-on cookie decorating class for all ages. Learn to prepare royal icing, practice the flooding technique and design beautiful gingerbread and sugar cookies that are as fun to make as they...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Vegan Spanish Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Plant based Spanish snacks Explore gourmet plant-based Spanish tapas in this exciting new cooking class. Learn innovative ways to create tasty vegan dishes in this chef-led class. Cook your way through a multi-course menu starting with a pomegranate guacamole served with raw veggie strips for dipping. Then make a...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 18-30
French Culinary Foundations
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Master the basics of French cuisine with your team in this interactive class. With Chef Kymberly as your guide, your team will learn the foundational techniques of French cooking from appetizer to dessert.
Begin with crusty, cheesy fromage fort as a savory starter along with a classic French-style salad featuring...
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Chef Kymberly
Brooklyn (Williamsburg)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Sushi Rolling Fun
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Sushi-making becomes an adventure as you slice, dice and roll fresh ingredients into art! This fun cooking class will leave you with the skills of a Japanese chef! You'll discover the secrets of crafting perfect sushi rolls and combining ingredients that impress any guest.
Begin with a warm bowl of miso soup to...
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Chef Jerzy
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
HIGH DEMAND
Vegan Mediterranean Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Delight in flavors of the Mediterranean with this completely vegan menu. Roll up your sleeves and practice culinary techniques as you work through a menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Landi.
Begin by chopping ripe tomatoes and herbs for a simple but mouthwatering...
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Chef Landi
Philadelphia (Queen Village)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Feast Like A Greek
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Dive into a world of delicious Greek cuisine in this cooking class. Take a trip to the beautiful shores of Greece without leaving the kitchen in this feast like a Greek cooking class. Join a top-rated chef who will share the secrets of cooking a traditional Greek feast while brushing up on your cooking skills....
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Culinary Treasures of Spain
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to make Spanish tapas, seafood paella and churros with chocolate sauce. This cooking class with Chef Adrian highlights the rich flavors and techniques of traditional Spanish cuisine. Create a three-course meal while learning the secrets behind Spain’s most iconic dishes.
Start with a choice of patatas...
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Chef Adrian
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mediterranean Menu Showcase
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master the art of light, vibrant meals inspired by coastal flavors. In this cooking class, you'll explore the bright and fresh flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Learn from top-rated chefs how to balance spices, grill to perfection and prepare phyllo dough that's light, golden and crisp.
Begin by crafting crispy...
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Chef Jerzy
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Explore Refined Korean BBQ
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook up authentic Korean BBQ and share the flavor with every bite. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a Korean BBQ cooking class full of flavors and hands-on fun. You’ll craft a vibrant menu featuring grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, savory cast iron scallion...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Fresh Italian Gnocchi From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Taste the flavors of Italy and learn how to make fresh gnocchi from scratch. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Jamie will teach you how to handcraft a classic Italian menu, including turning a few staple ingredients into homemade gnocchi pasta and cooking up a savory tomato sauce.
To begin, top crostini with...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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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.