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.
CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Chai Spice Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the joy of baking with a festive pumpkin chai spice pie. Celebrate fall with a take-and-bake cooking class in NYC that ends with a pie you can enjoy at home. You’ll prepare a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie infused with warm spices and topped with a caramelized sugar crust. Chef Emily or one of the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Autumn Macaron Magic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate autumn’s sweetness by learning to create delicate, colorful macarons. Embrace the flavors of autumn with a macaron-making class that blends technique and seasonal flair. An expert chef will walk you through mixing, piping and baking shells for these elegant French treats. Once your macarons are ready,...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Beef Wellington Perfection - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a gourmet delight, mirroring the flavors of premier restaurants with a homemade Beef Wellington. During this cooking class, you’ll learn how to transform any dinner into a luxurious English feast. An expert chef will teach you professional techniques for making the perfect beef Wellington with a crusty...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Irresistible French-Style Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of French pastries in this croissant class and elevate your baking skills Discover how to expertly fold and roll butter into your croissant dough for the perfect lamination in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will reveal their top secret tips and techniques to help you bake croissants that...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Beef Wellington Experience - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of preparing the iconic English classic, Beef Wellington, with expert guidance. In this immersive cooking class, you’ll discover how to turn dinner into a refined English feast. Guided by a top-rated chef, you’ll master the art of preparing a sumptuous Beef Wellington, from wrapping tender beef in...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Epic Pumpkin Chai Dessert
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover festive baking in this pumpkin chai spice workshop. Discover the joy of seasonal baking in this take-and-bake pie class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn how to create a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie layered with cozy fall flavors and a crisp caramelized topping. With guidance from Chef Amalia or one of...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Gourmet Knife Methods
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn professional-level ways to put your most valuable kitchen tools to their best use. This hands-on cooking class is a sharp opportunity for you to hone your knife skills with classic methods and cutting-edge techniques. Discover the proper way to hold knives for a variety of kitchen tasks and practice your new...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Chai Family Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover pumpkin chai spice in a festive baking workshop. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a seasonal baking class that’s equal parts cozy and fun. You’ll make a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie filled with warm autumn spices and topped with a golden sugar crust....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Make Authentic French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate classic French flavors in this hands-on cooking class. Celebrate timeless French flavors in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Guided by Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare coq au vin blanc with tender chicken and white wine, pommes aligot with creamy potatoes and cheese and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Cook Cozy French Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create restaurant-quality French favorites and bring a touch of Paris to your kitchen. Discover the charm of classic French cuisine in this festive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to craft coq au vin blanc simmered in white wine, pommes aligot whipped to cheesy perfection and roasted asparagus...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Essential Knife Skills Workshop
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Build confidence in the kitchen as you practice essential knife techniques in this hands-on class. Knife mastery is the foundation of every great cook, and this cooking class provides the perfect place to start. Under the guidance of an expert chef instructor, you’ll learn essential techniques for chopping, slicing...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Cook Authentic Italian Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of authentic Italian cooking in this hands-on class. Savor the best of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp served over Parmesan polenta and balance the richness with roasted broccolini enhanced by garlic and lemon. For dessert, you’ll...
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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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.