Beginner Cooking Classes in NYC
Take beginner cooking classes in NYC for a test drive to get rolling with the gourmet goodness. Easy-going courses led by local chefs introduce novice cooks in Harlem, Manhattan and Queens to the delicious traditions of home cooking in the Big Apple. You'll create menus that capture the adventurous spirit of the city's best metropolitan cuisine or celebrate the simplicity of family style dining. Practice fundamental techniques and learn skills you can build on while crafting menus brimming with fabulous flavor. These cooking sessions in NYC provide a perfect introduction to the joy of cooking for anyone who's ready to make the leap. Sign up for beginner cooking classes in NYC soon to make your life more delicious.
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Dim Sum Classics with Friends
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a dim sum feast to share with friends in this hands-on and immersive class. Dim sum is best enjoyed with others, and when you learn to prepare these fresh dumplings, you'll be ready to share them with friends. Walk through the process of creating two types of dumplings with a master chef. You'll form, fold,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Teens Cooking Series
The Confident Cook: Teen Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Teens master ambitious recipes and essential culinary skills in this five-day summer series. This five-day cooking class series helps teens ages 12 and up become confident cooks through hands-on training in both sweet and savory recipes. Led by an expert chef, students will practice techniques like kneading dough,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Teens Cooking Series
Bold Bakes - Teens' Masterclass Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Experience 5 days of baking mastery! Take your teen's baking skills to the next level in this hands-on 5-day cooking class series! Teens eager to master advanced techniques will be guided by an expert, learning skills like laminating dough, filling pastries and crafting artisan breads. Your child will end the week...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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South American Steakhouse
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Latin Steaks Dive into the zesty flavors of South America with this hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Sear steaks, chop vegetables and sautee homemade sauces while having a blast in the kitchen. Cook through a multi-course...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Skillet Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Swap the pasta pot for a skillet in this innovative lesson. This interactive cooking class reimagines classic pasta with enticing recipes prepared in a skillet on the stovetop or grill. Fire up a pasta frittata with sausage and hot peppers, then practice layering a skillet lasagna with herbed ricotta. A classic Caesar...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Ripe Pickings for Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Farm-fresh flavors shine through simple techniques that highlight nature's perfect ingredients. Summer's bounty takes center stage in this captivating cooking class featuring market-inspired dishes. You'll balance sweet and savory in a refreshing watermelon salad, craft perfect pasta with garden-fresh additions and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Homemade Pastas and Fragrant Sauces
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of creating fresh pasta in this hands-on master chef cooking class. Homemade pasta just tastes better, and you can learn how to create it in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the essentials, from mixing and rolling dough to cutting noodles and creating creamy fillings for your ravioli. A nutty brown...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Teens Cooking Series
Teen Taste Lab: Global Kitchen Edition
$299
Cooking Class
$299
International flavors and traditional dishes are on the menu for this fun teen summer series. Turn up the heat in this taste-focused teen cooking class series where students 12 and older explore a new international cuisine each day. They’ll master knife skills, sautéing, mixing, baking and food safety with help...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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La Belle Saison - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bask in the sun-drenched delights of summertime in Provence. This immersive cooking class showcases the refined flavors of the French kitchen with an inviting, seasonal menu. Guided by a top-tier chef, you’ll roast chicken with lemon and herbs. Bake savory tomato and goat cheese tarts and prepare vinaigrette for a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pizza Palooza - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Pizza Making Take family bonding to a new level in this exciting cooking class. Learn to make delicious pizza from scratch while learning from a five-star professional chef. Recieve engaging educational instruction in the kitchen while gaining new skills such as kneading dough, and slicing pizza toppings. Make...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Light and Airy French Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create flaky, filled macarons in this immersive cooking class that explores artful French pastry making. Immerse yourself in the art of creating fresh macrons in this 3-hour cooking class. Your master chef instructor will guide you through the process of creating two delicacies - s’mores and cherry cheesecake....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Dim Sum For Sharing With Friends
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of creating dim sum classics that are perfect for sharing with friends. Frequently serviced in sets of three, the dim sum classics that you'll create in this cooking class are easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. Work alongside a five-star chef as you form, fold, pleat and steam dumplings. Then,...
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White Plains
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Beginner classes in NYC cost?
Beginner cooking classes in NYC vary in cost depending on the chef, the size of your group and the menu you choose. Prices for beginner culinary classes are on a tiered structure based on these and other details specific to the class. Typically, the price per person for cooking classes ranges from $59 to over $100. Refer to the top of this page for starting prices for culinary classes. You can contact our helpful concierge team at any time to learn more and plan your cooking experience.
Who are these Beginner classes suitable for?
Designed with easy-to-follow instructions and a lively atmosphere, cooking courses for beginners are suitable for anyone interested in expanding their kitchen skills or moving from beginner to experienced home chef. Cooking lessons for beginners allow families, kids and teens to work together to complete a tasty and nutritious menu while picking up valuable skills. Plan a unique evening out with family, friends and colleagues. Cooking courses are perfect for a girls’ night out, a date night or a team building experience.
What should I expect during a typical class?
First and foremost, you should expect to have a fun and engaging experience in any culinary class you choose. Beginner cooking classes in NYC are led by esteemed chefs who show up with all of the freshest ingredients, modern equipment and kitchen tools needed to create a meal reminiscent of your favorite NYC steakhouse, Little Italy eatery or Chinatown restaurant. Chefs create a lively ambiance while you watch demonstrations, follow step-by-step guidance and ask any questions you may have. After preparing a sweet, savory or spice-infused menu, you’ll have the opportunity to sample and share your creations with the group.
What Beginner techniques and skills will I master?
Have you ever dreamed of preparing a meal worthy of your favorite NYC restaurant? Depending on the cooking lessons you book, you’ll learn various culinary techniques, including knife skills, seasoning blends, grilling, wok-frying and more. You could also learn how to prepare Mediterranean seafood, Spanish tapas and Caribbean-inspired specialties. Whether it’s New York-style pizza, cheesecake and bagels or Italian bread, French pastries and Indian curry blends, you’ll pick up essential skills to recreate your favorite flavors at home. Learn how to prepare dry-aged prime steak or knead homemade dough into fresh pasta inspired by restaurants like Benjamin Steakhouse, Forsythia and I Sodi.
What are the benefits of taking a Beginner class?
The benefits of top cooking classes near you include the opportunity to learn new skills, boost current talents, gain kitchen confidence and bond with family and friends while making memories. You’ll meet new people and discover shared interests as you pursue your culinary dreams. This is a chance to join gourmet chefs who are dedicated to their craft and excited to share their skills and knowledge with others. Discover new recipes to prepare at home for friends and family. Cooking sessions are also a unique way to learn about global cuisine and cultural traditions, whether your course is held in Brooklyn, Midtown, Tribeca, Chelsea or the Upper West Side.
What types of Beginner classes/menus can I choose from?
You can choose from a wide variety of cuisines, cultures and specialized techniques in your road to culinary confidence. Explore the art of sushi making or the fun of pasta making. Learn how to simmer, sauté and flambé French favorites inspired by Balthazar, create delicately layered tiramisu in the fashion of Don Angie’s or serve up a Katz’s Deli-worthy pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup. Likewise, you could choose to explore Mediterranean seafood, French pastries, Greek spanakopita, German strudel or African piri-piri chicken.
Where do the classes take place?
Local cooking lessons for beginners are held anywhere a meal can be prepared, whether it’s your place, the chef’s place or a third party even space like a hotel, banquet hall or local restaurant. Chefs who travel to your site arrive prepared and ready to go with all of the ingredients, tools and items needed to bake, grill, simmer or decorate. Refer to the destination map and venue image on each class page to help with discovering the location, whether your class is held at a cucina in Little Italy, a café in Chelsea or restaurants in Brooklyn, the East Side or Manhattan.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in NYC
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
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