Fun Cooking Classes in NYC, NY
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
Steak for Lovers - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Surprise your partner with a perfectly seared steak for your next date night. Turn your next date into an unforgettable culinary experience. In this lively cooking class, a top-rated chef will guide you through creating a restaurant-worthy steak dinner together. Learn how to achieve the perfect sear and elevate your...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thanksgiving
Making Your Own Ravioli is Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get hands on practice making ravioli from scratch in a fun session. Learn how to make a quick dinner, Italian style, at this ravioli cooking class. Guided by the chef instructor, you’ll prepare pasta dough and roll and shape it into two unique ravioli dishes: butternut squash with cream sauce and three cheese with a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Flavors of Autumn: Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make sweet treats bursting with all the autumn flavors Become a macaron expert in this 3-hour comprehensive cooking class focused on seasonal autumn flavors. A skilled chef will guide you through making the perfect batter, piping the ideal round shape and crafting delectable fillings. Voilà ! After preparing two...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Thanksgiving
Family Harvest Baking Adventure - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Gather the family for a harvest-themed cooking adventure everyone will love. Celebrate the harvest season with a family-friendly baking adventure. This festive class invites kids and adults alike to get hands-on in the kitchen while learning new skills. Together, you’ll create adorable turkey cupcakes, dip cake pops...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thanksgiving
Make World Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover global flavors in this bread-making workshop. Discover breads from around the world in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn how to bake Middle Eastern flatbread sprinkled with dukkah, then prepare classic focaccia seasoned with rosemary and roasted garlic. End with soft potato...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Handmade Ravioli Masterclass
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Never reach for ready-made ravioli again! Join our hands-on cooking class to prepare fresh, from-scratch ravioli. A chef instructor will show you how to make two types of this delightful stuffed pasta. Choose between butternut squash ravioli with cider cream sauce and three cheese ravioli with pancetta and tomato...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Bake Your Own Lattice Apple Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Put your lattice pie-making talents to work in this festive baking class. Take your apple pie skills to the next level in this interactive pie-baking class. With guidance from a professional chef, you’ll prepare a buttery crust from scratch and fill it with sweet apples enhanced by a salted caramel twist. Learn how...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Italian Kitchen Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy bold Italian flavors in this fun, hands-on cooking class. Discover Italian classics in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to craft spaghetti alla carbonara the traditional way, balance crisp shaved fennel with sweet pear in a refreshing salad and prepare golden chicken picatta...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic Indian Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the rich traditions of Indian cooking in this flavorful class. Unlock the secrets of Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare chicken tikka masala served with fragrant basmati rice, roast eggplant seasoned with coriander and ginger and knead homemade scallion naan fresh from the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Artisan Holiday Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake two festive holiday breads and savor them fresh and warm from the oven. Add some sweetness to your holiday season with a hands-on cookie decorating class for all ages. Learn to prepare royal icing, practice the flooding technique and design beautiful gingerbread and sugar cookies that are as fun to make as they...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Magical Macarons For Autumn
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your own autumnal versions of these pâtisserie favorites. Master the art of making macarons, and give them a magical autumnal twist, in this enchanting cooking class. Following a chef instructor, you’ll go step-by-step through making macarons, from whipping egg whites to piping and baking. You’ll make two...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Fall Flavors of France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Taste the rustic flavors of France this fall. Embrace the flavors of France in this autumn cooking class in NYC. You’ll sear garlic-rosemary steak with a silky red wine sauce, layer a comforting potato and celery root gratin with thyme and finish with a caramel-pear pot de crème that’s as elegant as it is cozy....
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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.