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
Thanksgiving
Sushi Roll Techniques
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Ivan will take you on a journey through the fresh, flavorful world of sushi. Making sushi is one of the highest arts found in Japanese cuisine. Learn how to choose fresh ingredients, prepare the components and roll the perfect roll with Chef Ivan.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Magical NYE Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your own celebratory dinner at a date night cooking session. Perfect for couples planning a magical New Year, this cooking class will teach you how to make a complete menu, from steak au poivre with a brandy and mustard sauce to frisée salad and truffled pommes purée. To finish things off in style, you’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Bake Sweet and Savory Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect your pastry skills by shaping, layering and baking homemade croissants. Master the magic of French pastry in this hands-on croissant cooking class. You’ll learn the secrets of creating perfectly flaky layers, from mixing and laminating the dough to shaping and proofing it just right. Prepare both sweet and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Sparkling Steakhouse Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add romance-inspired flavor to your next date night with this cooking class. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a date-night cooking class that channels the flavors of an Italian steakhouse. Craft a four-course menu beginning with grilled steaks in a caramelized...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Elevated Holiday Menu
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover an elevated menu of simple, sophisticated dishes that make for a perfect holiday dinner. In this hands-on class with Chef Ivan, you will learn how to prepare an elevated three-course holiday menu using high-quality, seasonal ingredients and cooking techniques that bring out the best in them.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Cook Handmade Holiday Ravioli
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the season with a festive ravioli-making workshop. Celebrate the holidays with a hands-on pasta-making class in NYC. Learn the art of crafting fresh pasta dough before filling it with seasonal flavors like butternut squash ravioli topped with brown butter sage sauce and herbed ricotta ravioli paired with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
New Year
A Tour of Classic Italian Dishes
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Ivan for a class in classic Italian home cooking. In this hands-on Italian cooking class, Chef Ivan will guide you through a soulful three-course dinner shaped by regional traditions and modern craft. You'll explore the flavors of Naples and Northern Italy while mastering classic techniques that bring each...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Craft Authentic Dim Sum by Hand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fold, steam and serve dim sum favorites in this authentic hands-on cooking session. Discover the authentic flavors and traditions of dim sum in this hands-on cooking class. A professional chef will walk you through each step of crafting delicate dumplings, buns and other bite-sized specialties from scratch. Learn how...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thailand's Classic Dishes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Work alongside your date to create a curated menu of Thai classics in this class. The fragrant aromas of Thailand come alive in the kitchen during this inspired date night cooking class. You and your partner will learn about essential Thai ingredients and traditional culinary techniques as you chop, wok-fry and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Elegant Menu for New Year
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Kick off the new year by preparing a gourmet multi-course meal from scratch. During this date night cooking class, you and your partner will craft a show-stopping New Year’s Eve dinner under the guidance of a skilled chef. Begin by assembling delicate blinis topped with gravlax and crème fraîche, then master the...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Italian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create an Italian date-night feast together with simple, chef-guided techniques. Bring a taste of Italy to your evening in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Together with your partner, you’ll prepare burrata and peperonata crostini, chicken saltimbocca with Marsala sauce and creamy Parmigiano polenta. You’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic Breads & Butter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the joy of homemade baking with simple, guided techniques. Learn the art of homemade baking in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by preparing roasted squash, sage and ricotta focaccia, then bake rustic French bread in a Dutch oven for that perfect crust. You’ll also make salted butter completely from...
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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.