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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Crafting Carbonara and More
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft handmade pasta and Italian-inspired classics. In this immersive cooking class, a seasoned chef will guide you through an exquisite Italian-inspired menu. You'll begin by crafting silky handmade pasta dough before turning it into ribbons of fettuccini for a heavenly carbonara. Next, balance the rich main with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Wholesome Summer Recipes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover summery comfort foods with a creative gourmet touch. Embark on a summer journey of bright flavors in this cooking class. With an expert chef, you’ll learn how to create savory corn fritters paired with herbed aioli, brown sugar and mustard-crusted pork chops, grilled kale with bacon and chile and a warm...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Fine French Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft comforting dishes from scratch with elegant Parisian flair. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll join a talented chef to explore French cuisine in all its flavorful glory. You’ll master pan-roasting chicken infused with fine herbs and whole-grain mustard sauce, whip up luxurious truffled potato puff and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Flavorful Fair Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create fair classics like funnel cakes, blueberry pie and s’mores bars. Join a five-star chef in this exciting cooking class that brings fair favorites to your kitchen. You’ll learn to make traditional funnel cakes, a double-crust blueberry pie and s’mores bars. Gain hands-on experience with techniques such as...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Thai Street Food Adventure
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring the vibrant energy of Thai street eats to your kitchen. Take a culinary tour of Thailand with a Thai street food lineup in this immersive cooking class. A world-class chef will teach you how to expertly prepare golden corn and lime fritters that deliver crispy bites with citrusy flair. Then, roll up your sleeves...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Timeless Italian Recipes Together
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master Chicken Milanese, crostata, braised greens and bruschetta. Gather around the table for this Italian cuisine cooking class. Prepare to be amazed by the warmth of these dishes as you learn from a five-star chef how to make crispy chicken Milanese, bruschetta topped with creamy ricotta and roasted grapes, braised...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Artisan Bread and Butter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft mouthwatering European breads and decadent homemade butters. Get lost in the irresistible aromas of freshly baked bread in this dynamic cooking class. You'll begin by crafting a raspberry Danish focaccia bursting with classic fruity sweetness. Then, your chef will teach you the trick to achieving the perfect...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Coastal Culinary Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to prepare moules frites, frisee salad and chocolate mousse. Join this cooking class for a delightful exploration of classic French coastal cuisine with a top-rated chef. Guests will learn to prepare moules frites, a frisée salad with poached eggs and bacon lardons and a rich chocolate mousse, gaining...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Authentic Italian Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a slow-simmered feast with bold flavor and charm. Whip up Italian comfort food from scratch and dig into fresh new recipes in this hands-on cooking class. Working with a top-rated chef, you'll perfect your technique for preparing tender beef shanks, braised with zesty herb gremolata. Next, you'll garnish a bed...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Traditional French Foodie Roots
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook a full French meal with salmon, salad, green beans and clafoutis. Enjoy the rustic elegance of French farm-to-table cuisine in this cooking class. This session teaches traditional techniques through a creative, hands-on format, guiding guests in preparing grilled salmon with lemon-dill butter, haricots...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Culinary Escape to Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience traditional Spanish cooking made fresh. Bring Spanish seafood classics to the table in this hands-on cooking class. A top-rated chef will teach you the tips and tricks behind regional seafood paella bursting with fresh ocean flavors and saffron’s golden touch. Then, you'll complement the dish with a crisp...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Easy Takeout Classics - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Create family-friendly dishes together, from dumplings to dessert. Bring the whole family together for a fun and takeout-inspired cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, this experience invites you to recreate beloved takeout-style dishes perfect for all ages and skill levels. Prepare chicken and chive dumplings...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
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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