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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The Simplicity of Italian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a fresh Italian menu from scratch with pesto, steak, farro and lemony gelato. This cooking class invites guests to dive into a flavorful Italian culinary experience, celebrating the essence of fresh seasonal ingredients with guidance from an esteemed chef. Prepare grilled marinated steak with bright salsa...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Dim Sum Classics with Friends
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a dim sum feast to share with friends in this hands-on and immersive class. Dim sum is best enjoyed with others, and when you learn to prepare these fresh dumplings, you'll be ready to share them with friends. Walk through the process of creating two types of dumplings with a master chef. You'll form, fold,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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New on Cozymeal
French Quarter Flair for Foodies
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy the culinary charm of New Orleans from your own kitchen. Bring the soul of New Orleans to your plate in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs to make classic shrimp étouffée, starting with a rich dark roux and layers of savory flavor. Then, cook red beans...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Dim Sum For Sharing With Friends
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of creating dim sum classics that are perfect for sharing with friends. Frequently serviced in sets of three, the dim sum classics that you'll create in this cooking class are easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. Work alongside a five-star chef as you form, fold, pleat and steam dumplings. Then,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Timeless French Affair - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in enduring French classics presented with upscale finesse. In this romantic cooking class, an expert chef teaches time-honored French recipes elevated with gourmet techniques. You’ll learn to pan-roast juicy chicken and prepare handcrafted sauces. Each dish is refined with tips from the chef, and for...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pumpkin Dessert Magic for Fall
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of fall favorites. Embrace autumn flavors in this pumpkin-filled cooking class in Lake Grove. You’ll make spiced pumpkin ice cream, a fluffy pumpkin soufflé and baked donuts with a rich buttermilk glaze. Plus, Chef Jackson or a talented resident chef will guide you in blending...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Romantic Parisian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to cook a French-inspired dinner together, featuring roasted chicken, truffled potatoes and crème brûlée. This cooking class invites guests to enjoy a fun and flavorful experience with French cuisine, guided by a top-rated chef. Guests will learn to make truffled pommes Anna, pan-roast chicken, prepare an...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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French Croissant Making and Culinary Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create fresh, buttered French croissants in this immersive cooking class that covers essential culinary skills. Create flaky, buttery, fresh croissants in this baking-centered cooking class. Work alongside a master chef to learn the art of mixing and laminating dough and shaping it into fresh croissants. Top your...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Timeless French Recipes From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Warm up with cozy, rustic French flavors. Learn the essentials of rustic French cooking in this flavor-packed cooking class in Lake Grove. Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through sautéing haricots verts in brown butter, blending roasted cauliflower into a silky soup and building a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Fresh Croissants: Flaky and Buttery Goodness
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of baking fresh, flaky croissants in this immersive three-hour French cooking class. Croissants are a popular French pastry; you can learn how to create them in this cooking class. Work alongside a master chef instructor to discover the art of mixing and laminating dough along with shaping and baking...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Modern Donut Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Rise and shine to this tantalizing selection of morning pastries. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll join a talented chef instructor for a sweet lesson in breakfast treats inspired by global favorites. Learn tips for working with different types of dough and baking techniques to craft pillowy beignets generously...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Make a French Dinner Together - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore timeless French techniques in a hands-on couple’s class. Savor autumn with this romantic French date night cooking class in Lake Grove. Led by Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll learn to sear steak to perfection, whip up a delicate hazelnut vinaigrette salad and build a creamy thyme...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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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