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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Knife Skills: The Fundamentals
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn the fundamentals of basic knife cuts and make cooking at home simple. In this knife skills cooking class, Chef Paul will explain how to choose the best knives and how to take care of the ones you already have, along with teaching you refined slicing, dicing and chopping techniques you'll utilize from appetizer...
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Chef Paul
New York
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Homestyle Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Italian Cuisine Escape into the tasty world of Italian cuisine in this exciting cooking class. Learn to create elaborate dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as kneading fresh pasta dough, chopping vegetables and searing meats. Cook through a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Tuscan Terrace - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Be transported to the sunny hills of Tuscany with seasonal flavors from the renowned region. This gourmet cooking class highlights the time-honored traditions and sun-soaked ingredients of seasonal Tuscan cuisine. You’ll fire up the grill to prepare juicy chicken accented with lemon and rosemary. Follow the chef as...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Traditional Fare From Italy
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to make pillowy gnocchi from scratch with tips from a professional chef. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Paul will teach you how to create perfectly pillowy gnocchi completely from scratch. Using professional cooking techniques, you'll learn how to mix, roll, slice and boil restaurant-quality gnocchi...
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Chef Paul
New York
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Italian Summertime - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create edible memories inspired by terracotta-roofed villas and cypress-lined drives. From lemon-kissed chicken perfumed with rosemary to silky mint chocolate gelato, this cooking class celebrates Tuscany's beloved summer dishes. You'll shape pillowy gnocchi by hand and dress peppery arugula with simple yet vibrant...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Seoul Kitchen
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine guided by an expert chef. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll master the tools, flavors and techniques for making Korean favorites. Bread and fry crunchy Korean-style chicken with a fragrant garlic glaze. The chef demonstrates how to fill and fold pork and green...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Sizzling Seoul Safari
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into Korea's beloved street foods while mastering techniques passed down through generations. This vibrant cooking class showcases the crispy-sweet magic of Korean fried chicken alongside handcrafted pork dumplings and cooling cucumber salad. Master the double-frying technique that creates that signature crunch...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Southeast Asian Sensations - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a fresh and vibrant menu inspired by the flavors of Southeast Asia. In this interactive cooking class, a talented chef teaches you to create the enticing flavors and aromas of a Southeast Asian kitchen. Get hands-on practice forming shrimp spring rolls and grilling tender chicken flavored with lemongrass and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Asian Spice Trail - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ignite romance through fragrant herbs and spices that transport you across continents. Spice up your relationship in this cooking class, where couples craft delicate shrimp spring rolls and grill aromatic lemongrass chicken together. You'll toss vibrant rice noodle salad and fill cream puffs with coffee-infused cream...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Dockside Picnic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a tantalizing menu perfect for waterfront dining on a sunny day. You can almost feel the coastal breeze as you prepare the inviting dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Learn expert tips for making classic beer-battered fish and chips from mixing a flavorful batter to slicing potatoes. Amp up the flavor of...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Chocolate Celebration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Chocolate Class Take part in a chocolate baking adventure in this exciting cooking class. Learn to create bakery-quality desserts from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as whipping icing, mixing batters and piping intricate decorations. Cook multiple...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Fête Nationale French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Channel the festive spirit of Bastille Day with elegant French fare. Friends and family will storm the kitchen when you prepare recipes from this gourmet cooking class. Follow along with the chef as you turn pâte à choux dough into savory gougères. You’ll learn tips for searing scallops elevated with brown butter...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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