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
Croissants With a Twist
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover new sweet and savory twists on your favorite French pastry. Break the morning monotony of eating the same old croissant with this deliciously creative cooking class. Those who enjoy a savory bite will love learning to make ham and cheese croissants and your sweet tooth won't be able to resist one infused with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Five-Star French Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master traditional French techniques to create five-star dishes. Transform an ordinary mealtime into a French feast using the skills learnt in this fascinating cooking class. Following along with the chef instructor, you’ll practice techniques such as searing steak and basting with a Roquefort enriched butter....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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A Twist of French Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whatever your perceptions of fine French cuisine, this class is sure to challenge them. If you like French cuisine then you're sure to love the Twist of French cooking class! You'll learn to prepare the most tender strip steak with whole-grain mustard sauce, pairing it with a Haricots Verts Salad and Shallot...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Brilliant Breakfast Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thrill your loved ones with freshly-baked flaky croissants. Add a fresh recipe to your baking collection by taking this croissant centered cooking class. Your patisserie expert chef tutor will show you how to make an enriched croissant dough and guide you through making a classic croissant with ham and cheese as well...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Travel to a French bistro without leaving your kitchen. Say bonjour to French bistro-style cuisine in this interactive cooking class where a world-class chef will guide you in crafting a multi-course meal. Using fresh ingredients and professional tools, this class is sure to enhance your cooking...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Vietnamese Culinary Showcase
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a complete Vietnamese menu at this hands-on session. Explore the distinctive flavors that make Vietnamese food famous at this insightful and inspiring cooking class. You’ll practice authentic techniques, with help from your friendly chef tutor, as you roll shrimp spring rolls with peanut dipping sauce, prepare...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Greek Garden Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This Mediterranean class is perfect for vegetarians who are geeks for Greek cuisine! Flavors of the Mediterranean come together to sing a symphony on your palate with this fabulous vegetarian cooking class. Learn to make your favorite falafel, whip up a Greek salad and discover the wonders that a simple dash of lemon...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Making Macarons For Mom
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a wonderful gift for your mom as you learn to make macarons here. In this innovative and hands-on cooking class, you will find out how to make macarons, a sweet treat that is a perfect gift for your mom on Mother's Day. A world-class baker will show you how to create these delicious treats. You’ll learn to...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
Pizza Night - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Make pizza night any night with this interactive experience. Ditch the delivery, tank the take-out and have pizza night at home with this exciting, hands-on cooking class. Led by a world-class pizza professional, you’ll mix your dough, flavor-balance your sauce, prep your toppings and bake your pie step-by-step for...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Modern French Gourmet
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn traditional French recipes with delicious new elements. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll give classic French gourmet dishes a contemporary edge with imaginative ingredients. Led by the five-star chef tutor, you’ll sear strip steak and serve with a mustard sauce. Haricot verts are dressed with a lively...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Culinary Classics From Vietnam
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Shake up your weekly meal routine with a few of Vietnam's most classic culinary signatures. This cooking class kicks things off with crispy shrimp spring rolls and a decadent peanut dipping sauce. Next, cleanse the palate with lemongrass and chile grilled chicken and enjoy that alongside a rice noodle salad with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Mother's Day
Master Making Thai Food
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Begin a journey into the world a Thai cooking through this fun class. Discover how to create a wide range of wonderful Thai dishes using authentic and traditional culinary techniques through this cooking class. From pad thai to green curry, you will have lots of fun as a highly-rated chef will guide you and others...
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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.