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!
CHEF’S PLACE
Delicate Macarons From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create delicate cookies that combine elegance and technique. Get creative in the kitchen in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With step-by-step instruction from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make toasted almond macarons with honey cinnamon buttercream and strawberry macarons with matcha...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Chicken Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master three delicious chicken dishes in a fun, hands-on NYC class. Discover essential poultry techniques in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to prepare chicken three different ways, starting with crispy, golden Chicken Milanese. Then, roast chicken with rosemary, olives and potatoes for a flavorful...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Italian Comfort Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build your Italian cooking foundation with cozy, satisfying dishes. Discover the secrets of traditional Italian cooking in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With help from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make a comforting menu featuring brasciole, creamy polenta, sautéed greens...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Cozy Winter Harvest Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate seasonal cooking with warm, hearty flavors and hands-on techniques. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to prepare seared pork tenderloin stuffed with Tuscan kale and pancetta, a crisp apple and fennel salad and a rich butternut squash gratin with ricotta and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Seasonal Winter Harvest Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to transform seasonal produce into hearty meals. Cook a comforting seasonal feast in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make pork tenderloin stuffed with Tuscan kale, a bright apple and fennel salad, butternut squash gratin and apple bread pudding...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Winter Recipes From France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Warm up chilly evenings with a comforting collection of wintery French dishes. Perfect for dinner parties and cozy suppers, this cooking class is full of cozy recipes straight from a French bistro. Follow along with an expert chef as you prepare classic French onion soup and pan-roasted chicken breasts with tarragon...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cozy Winter Pasta Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master handmade pasta techniques with simple, step-by-step guidance. Learn the art of handmade pasta in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by mixing and rolling fresh spinach pasta dough, then craft fettuccine with roasted winter squash, arugula and pine nuts. You’ll also prepare spinach linguine with walnut...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Flavorful Winter Pasta Making Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook seasonal dishes that pair perfectly with homemade pasta. Make fresh pasta from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare spinach pasta dough, roast winter squash for a seasonal fettuccine dish and cook linguine with walnut sage cream...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thai-Style Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a meal inspired by the culture and cuisine of Thailand. Led by a world-class chef, this hands-on cooking class will teach you the basics of Thai cooking as you create a 5-star, multi-course meal. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients and hand-picked recipes, you’ll learn classic Thai-style flavor profiles as you...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Sweet Dreams Italian Desserts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary trip to Italy to create your own sweet treats. Sometimes you just can’t beat something sweet and satisfying, and that’s just what this Italian dessert inspired cooking class is all about. You’ll pick up key tips from a professional chef as you make fresh cannoli and bomboloni, an Italian doughnut...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Flavorful French Country Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create rustic dishes inspired by traditional French home cooking. Bring French flavors to life in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Work alongside Chef Jackson or a resident chef to make chicken gratin, crisp apple and celery root salad, aromatic herbed rice pilaf and smooth chocolate pots de crème....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Creative Macaron Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create polished, professional-looking macarons at home. Perfect your pastry skills in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester) focused on French macarons. Under the guidance of Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll craft two versions: almond macarons with honey cinnamon filling and strawberry...
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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.