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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Autumn Flavors From France - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make this fall unforgettable with a hands-on French date night. Bring your favorite person along for a French-inspired cooking class in NYC. With help from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll sear steak in cast iron, prepare a thyme-scented potato gratin and toss a beet and haricot vert salad...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Cooking for Fall Evenings - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience fall through the rich lens of French cooking and romance. Make it a night to remember with this French date night cooking class in Westchester. Join Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs to cook cast iron seared steak with caramelized shallots, a cozy thyme potato gratin and a fresh beet and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Traditional French Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make one of the finest French pastries in this fun cooking session. It is hard to dislike a flaky, soft and buttery croissant and in this cooking class, you can learn to create traditional croissants. You will find out how to make a savory style croissant and another which is sweet. You will be able to make...
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White Plains
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Create Classic Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create the creme de la creme of French breakfast pastries in this croissant class Learn how to fold and roll butter into your croissant dough to achieve the perfect lamination in this practical cooking class. A five-star chef will share their tips and tricks to help you create croissants that wouldn’t look out of...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Hearty Homemade Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join this class to gain the essential skills to make delicious pasta dishes. Fresh and homemade pasta is a transcendental experience and through this cooking class, you can have a delicious bowl of pasta almost every day at home. Making fresh and homemade pasta is a fun and happy experience and you can get to know...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Simple Pasta From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch In this cooking class, you’ll discover that there’s nothing more delicious than fresh pasta and making it yourself is much easier than you might think. A chef instructor will show you how to create the perfect pasta dough. Then, you’ll create flavorful fillings and...
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New York
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Signature Thai Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get ready to go on a culinary journey exploring Thai's traditional cooking recipes. During this cooking class, dive into Thai gastronomy, uncovering its signature ingredients. With a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and spicy elements, Thai cuisine offers a tapestry of vibrant flavors. Under the...
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Signature Thai Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine and learn how to make its signature dishes. During this engaging cooking class, you’ll discover the basics of Thai cooking. Blending different ingredients and spices, you’ll create exquisite meals that range from salty and spicy to sour and sweet. A five-star chef will...
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White Plains
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Perfect Pizza - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Become familiar with pizza-making techniques through this family-oriented cooking session. Learn to make pizza, not just on your own but as a family through this cooking class that will be enjoyable for all. Kids and adults will both learn essential techniques that are well-known in pizzerias. From creating homemade...
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White Plains
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Whip Up a Lively Family Style Mexican Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build confidence in the kitchen with authentic Mexican comfort dishes. Turn up the flavor in this fun Mexican cooking class in NYC. Join Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs to make fresh corn tortillas from scratch, then load them up with sizzling carne asada fajitas. You’ll also prepare guacamole,...
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New York
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Prepare an Inviting Family Style Mexican Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create soul-satisfying Mexican meals perfect for cozy nights. Turn up the flavor in this fun Mexican cooking class in Westchester. Join Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs to make fresh corn tortillas from scratch, then load them up with sizzling carne asada fajitas. You’ll also prepare guacamole,...
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White Plains
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Creole-Inspired Flavors to Explore
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook like a French Quarter local with festive, soulful flair. Experience the taste of the French Quarter in this festive cooking class in NYC. Led by Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare shrimp étouffée with a deep, savory roux, red beans with andouille sausage and crisp hushpuppies...
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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.
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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
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