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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Comforting & Crowd-Pleasing Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare comfort food classics with a gourmet twist. In this energetic cooking class, an esteemed chef will guide you through a lineup of bold, comforting dishes perfect for any crowd. You'll begin by baking homemade soft pretzels served with gooey, warm beer cheese, then spice things up with crispy buffalo cauliflower...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Flavorful Fall Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft the perfect fall flavored macarons. Master the art of Macarons in this in-depth, flavorful fall Marcrons cooking class led by a gourmet chef. Under the gourmet chef instructors' guidance, you'll learn to create the perfect batter, how to use a piping bag to pipe the ideal macaron shape and how to...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Rustic Homemade Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Recreate bold, hearty dishes reminiscent of summer in Italy. Channel summer evenings in Italy with a cozy cooking class. In this chef-led session, you’ll prepare juicy pork chops topped with lively salsa verde, paired with a creamy wild mushroom risotto that’s rich and earthy. You’ll balance the meal with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Bold Latin Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the fantastic flavors of South American cuisine. Dive into the vibrant world of South American fare in this exciting cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen while learning from a five-star...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Flavorful Korean BBQ
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring home the scrumptious flavors of Korea. Don your apron and fire up the grill to explore the savory-sweet flavors that define Korean cuisine in this exciting cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you'll sharpen your food-handling skills while making grilled bulgogi beef lettuce wraps and perfect your technique...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Discover Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your sweetheart to sushi in this one-of-a-kind experience. Elevate your date night with a one-of-a-kind romantic cooking class. Learn to make steakhouse classics from a five-star professional chef in a fun, interactive environment. Start by making thyme and gruyère popovers. For the main course, prepare a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Refined Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the art of fine dining with delicate, luxurious dishes. Elegant techniques meet a menu designed to impress in this immersive cooking class. With guidance from a highly skilled chef, you'll start by pan-searing scallops to a beautiful golden crust, topped with a luxurious Champagne-infused butter sauce....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Crafting Buttery Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bake flaky croissants. Join a gourmet chef for a fun-filled class learning how to bake croissants in this crafting buttery croissants cooking class. Start by mixing, preparing, shaping and proofing your laminated dough before putting it in the oven to bake until golden. By the end of this class, you will...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Lovers in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French fare. Shower your date with the romance of a French bistro in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make French classics from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Create lasting memories together while cooking through a multi-course menu. Start by searing jumbo scallops topped with beurre...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Mastering Culinary Knife Skills
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn hands-on knife skills from a five-star chef. Discover the comforting flavors of fresh ravioli in this exciting cooking class. Learn to make ravioli dough and filling from scratch while having a blast in the kitchen. Start with a refreshing shaved Brussels sprouts, walnuts and citrus salad. Next, prepare two...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Wine Country Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Sip, sauté and stir up something special together. Get whisked away to the vineyards of Italy with a date night cooking class for two. With guidance from a world-class chef, you’ll prepare prosciutto-wrapped chicken in a rich Chianti sauce, assemble a vibrant beet salad with tangy goat cheese and Cabernet...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Simply Steakhouse - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your date to a romantic steakhouse-inspired culinary experience. Explore classic Bavarian dishes in this romantic date night cooking class. Learn to make impressive dishes from a five-star chef in a fun and flirty environment. Start by preparing a refreshing apple and fennel salad with a whole-grain mustard...
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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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