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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CHEF’S PLACE
Delectable French Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the delicious world of Parisian baking during this hands-on culinary venture. This engaging cooking class is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of French baking. A gourmet baker instructor will guide you along as you create a variety of delicious pastries like in the kitchen of a grand-mère or a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Brunch in a Crunch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
An exclusive cooking class in New York for the ultimate brunch feast. In this cooking class learn to prepare a sumptuous brunch. Chef Paige will show you how to craft an exquisite feast transforming your mornings into a celebration.
Begin the culinary adventure by learning the secrets to the fluffiest lemon and...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Restaurant-Quality Indian Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This hands-on cooking class teaches you how to make your favorite Indian dishes at home. From crispy samosas to favorites like chicken tikka masala, this cooking class will teach you how to make your favorite Indian dishes from scratch! An expert chef instructor will lead the way, teaching you the secrets to achieving...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Father's Day
Perfectly Rustic Italian Cuisine
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Travel to the Tuscan countryside by crafting an authentic menu. This cooking class is a delicious celebration of rustic and comforting Italian cuisine. From fresh risotto to hearty Tuscan chicken, this lesson offers a hands-on culinary experience that you won't want to miss. And with a skilled chef instructor leading...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Thai Favorite Creations - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall in love with Thai cuisine as you prepare Pad Thai, Panang curry and sorbet. Cook together on this Thai journey filled with fun in this cooking class. Use the spices, ingredients and techniques like a true native with a top-rated chef. Create traditional dishes like Pad Thai, Panang coconut curry with shrimp,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Making Delightful Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the timeless art of handmade dim sum. Dim sum is the ultimate shareable food, and this cooking class is the ideal place to learn how to make it. Throughout this immersive experience, a gourmet chef instructor will guide you toward dim sum bliss, teaching you the techniques and recipes needed to craft a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Father's Day
Unveil the Secrets of Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create irresistible blueberry cheesecake and vanilla bean macarons with mocha buttercream in this class. Smell the amazing aromas of French macarons in this cooking class. Learn to make them to perfection by combining flavors and colors as you prepare your own macarons from scratch. A 5-star chef will guide you...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Spanish Cooking Essentials: Paella
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore iconic Spanish dishes in this session celebrating paella and more. Recreate a beloved Spanish favorite at home using the skills you learn at this insightful cooking class. Learning from an expert chef, you’ll pick up traditional techniques used to fry ingredients and cook rice for the perfect paella bite....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elevated French Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend date night experiencing the tasty elegance of French cuisine during this immersive class. Why spend date night waiting for a table at a restaurant when you can be cooking a delicious homemade meal during this hands-on cooking class? A gourmet chef will help set the tone, teaching you and your special someone how...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Father's Day
Modern Macaron Marvels
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Expand your baking skills with an inside look at macarons, a beloved patisserie classic. Discover the versatility of macarons at a cooking class led by a baking expert. You’ll master the basics of whisking and piping before taking things to the next level with exciting flavors. Vanilla is combined with mocha...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Delicious Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make your own pasta from scratch during this hands-on cooking experience. This cooking class proves that there's nothing more delicious than homemade pasta! Follow along as an expert instructor teaches you the art of crafting your own homemade pasta, showing you a variety of timeless techniques and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Father's Day
Delicious Donuts From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This engaging cooking class shows you how to make delectable delights for donut-lovers. If you can't resist donuts, this is the cooking class for you! Follow along as a five-star baker instructor shows you how to make a variety of homemade donuts, using classic techniques that will help you grow as a baker. Donuts...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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.
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.