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
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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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A Taste of Thailand in Summer
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare satay, mango salad, lime salmon and sorbet in a vibrant Thai cooking lesson. Take part in a cooking class that blends hands-on learning with a tropical Thai summer-inspired four-course menu, guided by a top-rated chef. Learn to make chicken satay with spicy peanut sauce, glaze salmon with lime and brown sugar,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Homemade Pastas and Fragrant Sauces
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of creating fresh pasta in this hands-on master chef cooking class. Homemade pasta just tastes better, and you can learn how to create it in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the essentials, from mixing and rolling dough to cutting noodles and creating creamy fillings for your ravioli. A nutty brown...
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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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Kids Cooking Series
Junior Bakers - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Little bakers will mix, knead and create delicious treats while learning essential kitchen skills. Let your little one shine in this 5-day summer series cooking class! Designed for kids ages 7–11, this experience will teach food safety, essential cooking skills and fun kitchen tricks. A top-rated chef will guide...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
Baking Bonanza - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Give your child the gift of culinary creativity while learning key baking and safety skills. This cooking class is a great opportunity for your child to develop their kitchen skills and creativity with a chef instructor. Your kids will be in safe hands as they learn to become more confident in the kitchen and prepare...
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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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Traditional Recipes Family-Style
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to prepare carne asada fajitas, guacamole, street corn and fresh tortillas from scratch. In this cooking class, discover how to build a flavorful four-course Mexican dining experience with your family. Learn to prepare carne asada fajitas, the perfect ultimate guacamole, Mexican street corn and fresh...
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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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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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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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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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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.