Fun Cooking Classes in NYC
Good times with friends and family get even more delicious when you add fun cooking classes in NYC to the mix. Take a bigger bite out of the Big Apple with your fellow foodies while enjoying sessions in Soho, Chelsea and Staten Island. You'll find courses that offer easy access to memorable gourmet moments, whether you're making a French menu to celebrate a golden anniversary or preparing in Italian meal to commemorate a milestone birthday. Even if you're just looking for a way to break the boredom of your usual cooking regimen, you can gather up your pals and create a culinary celebration all your own. With group cooking classes in NYC, it's all on the table!
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Timeless Italian Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your special someone to an upscale Italian menu handcrafted with love. This interactive cooking class blends refined techniques with classic Italian flavors. You’ll sharpen your culinary skills while preparing succulent steak tagliata and mixing fresh pesto to dress tender grilled zucchini. Pop a bottle of...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fresh-From-Scratch Italian Pasta Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create fresh-from-scratch pasta in this interactive and fun cooking class with a five-star chef instructor. Discover pasta that just tastes better with a cooking class that teaches you how to create popular dishes. Work alongside a five-star chef to mix, roll and cut pappardelle noodles and rich fillings. You'll also...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Pâtisserie Staples
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft iconic treats from French pâtisserie. This hands-on cooking class covers fundamental French pastry techniques from working with pâte à choux to shaping délicate chocolate truffles. An expert chef walks you through each method with guided instruction, sharing tips and feedback along the way. Learn to...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elevated Spanish Culinary Masterpieces
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy upscale Spanish dishes that you'll learn to prepare in this cooking class. In this interactive cooking class, discover the art of preparing fresh paella and other Spanish delights. You'll work alongside a five-star chef to prepare fragrant paella, stuffed dates wrapped in serrano ham and an olive oil-infused...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Tropical Thai Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring home the signature flavors of Thailand with this fresh, seasonal menu. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef demonstrates classic techniques for creating vibrant Thai dishes. Follow along with the instructor to prepare staple recipes such as chicken satay with spicy peanut sauce and refreshing green...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Tender Filet Secrets - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
You and your date will make memories as you prepare a tender filet plus sides. Join a five-star chef for a night of culinary discovery in this engaging cooking class. Learn to prepare tender filet, char tomatoes and bell peppers for a smoky sauce and perfect creamy whipped potatoes. End with homemade roasted...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Mexican Family Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a bold and bountiful feast of classic Mexican flavors. This immersive cooking class celebrates vibrant, generous dishes signature of Mexican cuisine. Guided by the chef, you’ll practice authentic methods as you learn to season and grill carne asada fajitas and prepare homemade corn tortillas. Mix the ultimate...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Chef's Secrets for Macaron Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create the perfect airy, puffed macarons with two fillings in this refined French pastry-making class. France is famous for its macaron pastry, and you can learn how to create it in this immersive cooking class. Over the course of three hours, a master chef will guide you through the process of creating the perfect...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Sun-Kissed Italian Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate fresh, seasonal Italian dining. In this immersive cooking class, you'll learn to prepare an inviting Italian menu perfect for backyard dinner parties. Set the theme with flavorful polenta bites with arugula pesto and creamy goat cheese to start. Marinate and grill steak to serve with salsa verde and hearty...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cook, Laugh, Eat Like an Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor love and flavor as you create timeless Italian dishes together. Let love simmer as you prepare and enjoy a heartwarming Italian feast in this cooking class. A five-star chef invites couples to connect through preparing steak tagliata, a vibrant panzanella salad, grilled zucchini with fresh pesto and Prosecco...
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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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Sweet World of Pâtisserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create Paris-Brest, indulgent truffles and buttery shortbread cookies with expert guidance in this class. Join a warm and welcoming cooking class and explore the delicious world of French pastry. Prepare a classic Paris-Brest, chocolate Champagne truffles and buttery sables, a type of shortbread cookie. You’ll be...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Fun classes in NYC cost?
The total price of cooking classes in NYC follows a tiered structure based on the chef, the group size and the event details for a particular session. While costs vary, most range between $59 and over $100 per person. You can find the starting price and fees for your selected course within the class listing on this page.
Who are these Fun classes suitable for?
Cooking classes in NYC are a great place to have fun and connect with like-minded foodies while improving your culinary skills. There are lessons to accommodate all skill levels led by the area’s top chefs with guided demonstrations, easy-to-follow instructions and hands-on practice. Beginners can find fun culinary courses focused on fundamentals like balancing flavors or knife technique while experienced cooks can sign up for challenging courses that cover advanced skills. With family classes on the docket, young chefs can build their skills and confidence in the kitchen, too. The lively, welcoming atmosphere makes these lessons excellent gifts or settings for birthday parties, special celebrations, work outings and social get-togethers.
What should I expect during a typical class?
You can always expect to have a lot of fun when signing up for a cooking class. You’ll join a first-rate local chef and fellow foodies for a session filled with laughter and learning in a welcoming, interactive environment. Everything you need to participate is provided by the chef, including the tools and ingredients required for the course. The chef walks you through the recipes with easy-to-follow instructions, and you’ll get plenty of hands-on practice with each technique. The chef is available to answer questions throughout the class to ensure you are set up for success. Once you’ve finished cooking, you’ll have a chance to connect with your classmates while enjoying your creations together.
What Fun techniques and skills will I master?
With the best fun culinary classes in the city, you can learn everything from firing handcrafted pizzas to folding dumplings that rival your favorite takeout in Chinatown. The area’s premier chefs share their expertise in global cuisines from Italian and Puerto Rican to Korean and American Soul. You’ll explore traditional ingredients and techniques from around the world from pasta-making to rolling sushi as you immerse yourself in diverse cultures through food. Bread-making, French pastry and plant-based cuisine are some examples of specialty courses available for those interested in mastering specific skills or cooking styles. Learn how to handle proteins with the finesse of Boucherie, make a cheesecake as iconic as Juniors and everything in between.
What are the benefits of taking a Fun class?
Sharing laughs and enjoying delicious food are just some of the benefits of joining fun cooking lessons near you. You can build connections with friends, family or colleagues and enjoy the camaraderie of learning with your fellow classmates. Cooking lessons provide a chance to work alongside some of the city’s premier chefs, asking questions and drawing from their expertise. Under their guidance, you can explore global cuisines and gourmet recipes while strengthening your culinary skills, improving your confidence and inspiring your creativity in the kitchen. Spark your curiosity with the opportunity to try something new and give yourself a challenge by tackling an advanced technique or unfamiliar cooking style in a laid-back and engaging environment.
What types of Fun classes/menus can I choose from?
Whether you’re interested in exploring a particular international or domestic cuisine, learning a specific technique or delving deeper into a specialty cooking style, there’s a fun cooking course to suit your interest. Choose a popular cuisine like Italian, Korean or French or focus on mastering certain techniques like knife skills, grilling or baking fundamentals. You can also expand your culinary repertoire with specialty lessons in bread baking, pasta-making, cake decorating, sushi-making and more. Getting ready for a special event? Elevate your dinner parties with a lesson in canapés or impress your sweetheart with a romantic gourmet feast for date night. Classes are also available to accommodate special dietary interests such as plant-based or gluten-free menus
Where do the classes take place?
With sessions available across the boroughs or a short commute from the surrounding areas, it’s easy to find fun culinary lessons near you. While many lessons are held at either the chef’s place or a premium third-party venue, in some cases, the chef may come to your home kitchen or a designated space to host the session. If the chef comes to you, they will bring all the tools and ingredients you need for the lesson. Consult the venue image and destination map located on the class listing to find the cooking experiences closest to you, whether it’s making seasonal macarons in Manhattan or crafting gnocchi from scratch in Brooklyn.
