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
Sizzling Seoul Safari
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into Korea's beloved street foods while mastering techniques passed down through generations. This vibrant cooking class showcases the crispy-sweet magic of Korean fried chicken alongside handcrafted pork dumplings and cooling cucumber salad. Master the double-frying technique that creates that signature crunch...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Patio Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy the lighter side of Italian cuisine with fresh recipes for sunny days. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll practice traditional Italian techniques using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Master the art of handmade pasta as you follow along with the chef to prepare fettuccine and pappardelle. Crushed tomatoes...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Chocolate Celebration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Chocolate Class Take part in a chocolate baking adventure in this exciting cooking class. Learn to create bakery-quality desserts from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as whipping icing, mixing batters and piping intricate decorations. Cook multiple...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Café Parisien – Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fill your kitchen with the alluring aromas of a classic French restaurant. This gourmet cooking class channels the simple elegance of timeless French cuisine. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn tips for pan-roasting chicken elevated with wine and herb sauce. Enhance pan-seared green beans with citrus, herbs and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Timeless Fish Fry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Relish the charm of coastal classics while mastering essential frying and flavor-balancing skills. Celebrate classic comfort food in this hands-on cooking class featuring beer-battered fish and crispy chips! You’ll learn techniques for achieving crunchy textures while balancing flavors with creamy coleslaw and zesty...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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French Revolution Flavor Fest
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Ignite your inner Parisian chef through buttery puffs, sizzling scallops and torch-kissed desserts. From savory cheese puffs to silky crème brûlée, this cooking class showcases the techniques behind France's most beloved dishes. You'll sear scallops to golden perfection and balance bitter endive with champagne's...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Garden Gourmet
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Showcase a farmer’s bounty with the finesse of an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class celebrates fresh, seasonal produce with a colorful menu bursting with flavor. Guided by the chef, you’ll brush up on essential skills from knife cuts to grilling. Learn to highlight peak produce with tips from the chef while...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pasta Playground Under Sun
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Flour transforms into silky ribbons while summer ingredients dance through Italian traditions. Immerse yourself in a summer-inspired cooking class where you'll craft silky pasta dough from scratch before transforming it into creamy carbonara and vibrant pappardelle. Learn the art of balancing fresh ingredients in a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Calzones and Pizza - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Family Friendly Pizza Making Bring the family along to this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make fresh pizza dough from scratch like a professional chef. Master new skills in the kitchen such as chopping vegetables, kneading dough and making homemade sauce while under the instruction of a five-star professional chef....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Passionate Parisian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Capture the essence of Parisian dining, where rustic simplicity meets sophisticated techniques. This intimate cooking class transports couples to the heart of Paris through beloved bistro classics. Master the art of pan-roasting chicken in a fragrant wine sauce, prepare vibrant green beans with citrus and craft a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Dim Sum Classics with Friends
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a dim sum feast to share with friends in this hands-on and immersive class. Dim sum is best enjoyed with others, and when you learn to prepare these fresh dumplings, you'll be ready to share them with friends. Walk through the process of creating two types of dumplings with a master chef. You'll form, fold,...
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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.