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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Trio of Fall Bakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake cozy fall flavors with a top-rated chef. Don't miss out on dessert-making fun with a cooking class dedicated to indulgent seasonal desserts. Discover what makes caramel apple tartlets with buttery crusts so delicious, whip up rich chocolate-cranberry brownies packed with a surprise tart sweetness and get whisking...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Celebration Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make authentic French dishes from a top-notch chef. Dive into the famous world of French flavors in this hands-on cooking class. Master new skills while cooking a multi-course menu and having a blast in the kitchen. Start with a frisée and apple salad with goat cheese and walnuts. For the main course,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Perfect Pasta Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Serve up a satisfying and soul-warming meal with pasta and dessert. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll prepare homemade pasta dough for a delicious pasta-filled meal. A world-class chef will teach you how to transform dough into silky pappardelle ribbons paired with a rich, slow-simmered Bolognese sauce. Then,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Cooking Revisited
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make famous French cuisine in this hands-on experience. Discover the fresh flavors of Italian cuisine in this summer-themed cooking class. Learn to make seasonal dishes from a five-star chef in a hands-on environment. Start by making a fresh broccoli rabe with walnuts and shaved parmesan. For the main course,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Central European Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft comforting, hearty dishes from Bavaria. In this date night cooking class, you’ll explore flavors inspired by European kitchens and fall markets. Working together, you'll prepare a crisp apple and fennel salad drizzled with tangy whole-grain mustard vinaigrette before pan-frying classic pork schnitzel. Then,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Savor Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore classic Italian dishes in this hands-on class. Master the delicate skill of making fresh pasta in this exciting cooking class. Learn to make pasta from scratch under the instruction of a five-star chef in an interactive environment. Start with a roasted broccoli salad tossed with shaved parmesan and Caesar...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Autumn Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall Flavored Macarons Dive into the sweet world of macarons in this three-hour cooking class. Learn to make delicate sandwich cookies from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as macaronage, piping macarons and whipping up creamy fillings. Explore different...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Explore French Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make fine dining classics inspired by French flavors. Treat your family to gourmet sweets in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Learn to make sweet treats from a five-star professional chef in an interactive environment. Master new baking skills while making whoopie pies, decadent s'mores bars and fried...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Peruvian and Mexican Kitchen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up a fiery feast inspired by Latin kitchens. Take a spice-filled journey into the world of bold Latin bites in this lively chef-led cooking class. A talented chef will guide you through a tantalizing menu featuring smoky Peruvian spice-rubbed grilled chicken, hearty rice and black-eyed peas with chorizo and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Explore Thailand's Best
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gain hands-on experience while preparing Thai cuisine. Discover the elegant flavors of France in this fine-dining cooking class. Master upscale classics under the instruction of a top-notch chef in a hands-on environment. Prepare a succulent pan-roasted chicken with fine herbs and whole-grain mustard sauce. Next,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Handcrafted Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Blend precision, creativity and delicious teamwork with hands-on sushi making. Craft and roll sushi from scratch with an intimate cooking class for two. You and your partner will join an esteemed chef and learn the essentials of sushi rice, then roll up a mouthwatering lineup of crisp shrimp tempura rolls, fiery spicy...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Sweet & Savory Bread From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of breadmaking in this exciting class. Discover the bold flavors of Korean barbeque in this exciting cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen like slicing meat and chopping vegetables from a five-star chef. Start with a refreshing marinated cucumber salad and crispy cast-iron scallion pancakes....
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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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