Cooking Classes in NYC
Best Cooking Classes in New York City for your next culinary journey
Immerse yourself in the Big Apple’s dynamic food culture with a variety of cooking classes in NYC. Whether it's rolling bagels, crafting fresh pasta or learning classic New York-style pizza, there's something for every taste and skill level. Led by skilled chefs across Brooklyn, Manhattan, Yonkers and Queens, these hands-on lessons make it easy to explore new techniques and cuisines. For an unforgettable night out, try a couples' class or give the gift of a culinary experience that creates lasting memories. With diverse cooking courses in New York City, from beginner lessons to expert challenges, it's the perfect way to spark a love for cooking. Join today and unlock your culinary potential with one of the many cooking lessons in New York City that will bring out your inner chef.
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Autumn Steak Dinner for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share love and steak in a delicious fall-inspired night. Enjoy the flavors of fall in this seasonal cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll learn how to sear steak and finish it with a rich bourbon-shallot butter. Then roast sweet potatoes topped with a...
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Make French Fall Favorites - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Escape to France with your partner through rich, cozy recipes. Celebrate romance in this fall-inspired French cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll sear steak in cast iron, craft a fragrant thyme potato gratin and create a vibrant beet and haricot vert...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Cursed Halloween Cookies - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Make cookies that are definitely more treat than trick Book in for a dangerously delicious cooking class! Bring the whole family along and learn how to create spooky Halloween cookies from scratch. A chef instructor will walk you through every step, from making the dough to rolling and cutting it into fun shapes....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Classic Holiday Baking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the holidays with a festive baking experience. Get into the holiday spirit with this festive baking class in NYC. You’ll whip up chewy ginger molasses cookies, bake buttery Parker House rolls and craft a stunning pumpkin roulade filled with ginger-orange buttercream. Along the way, Chef Emily or one of the...
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Delicious Dumplings: Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your own tasty dumplings with a variety of fillings In this hands-on cooking class, you'll discover the secrets to making perfect dumplings. You'll learn everything from shaping and folding to intricate pleating and steaming. An experienced chef will show you how to prepare dough for wrappers and whip up...
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Chocolate Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the artistry of chocolate in this indulgent class. Indulge your sweet tooth in this decadent chocolate-themed cooking class in NYC. Begin with delicate chocolate crêpes filled with berries and mascarpone cream, then craft a rich chocolate pot de crème that’s smooth and indulgent. Finish with a flourless...
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Rustic French Countryside Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover rustic French countryside flavors in this cozy cooking class. Savor rustic French flavors in this countryside-inspired cooking class in NYC. You’ll prepare chicken chasseur simmered in a rich hunter’s sauce, craft pommes persillade with crispy potatoes and fresh parsley and toss a simple salade verte with...
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Classic Beef Bourguignon
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace timeless French comfort food in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. You’ll master tender beef bourguignon simmered in red wine with herbs, prepare an elegant endive and Roquefort salad topped with candied pecans and roast potatoes until perfectly crisp and golden. To finish, Chef Emily or one of the...
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Flavors of Portugal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the vibrant flavors of Portugal in this immersive dinner class. Experience the bold flavors of Portugal in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start with spicy piri piri chicken, craft perfectly crisp potato croquettes and prepare blistered Brussels sprouts with savory chorizo. To finish, Chef Emily or one of...
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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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World Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover global bread traditions in this hands-on baking class. Travel the globe through bread in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Begin by baking Middle Eastern flatbread topped with dukkah for a nutty, aromatic bite. Then, create Italian focaccia infused with rosemary and roasted garlic before finishing with...
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Tastes of Rome
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless charm of Roman cuisine in this flavorful class. Celebrate the flavors of Rome in this immersive cooking class in NYC. You’ll begin with bruschetta layered with olive tapenade and creamy ricotta, then move on to juicy pork chops saltimbocca with herbs and prosciutto. Learn to prepare a Roman...
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do cooking classes in NYC cost?
Your cost for each cooking class will be different, depending on the chef, the size of your group and the session you take. You'll find the starting price and fees on this page next to each listed class, with a tiering structure applied based on headcount and class details. For most classes, you can expect to pay between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These classes are perfect for anyone who wants to have an unforgettable time with colleagues and loved ones. All skill levels are welcome. Beginning cooks can enjoy cooking classes that walk them step-by-step through the fundamentals of handmade cuisine, while experienced cooks will find intermediate and advanced sessions that take their talents to the next level. With cooking lessons for kids and teens, younger chefs can get their kitchen adventures underway. And with celebratory classes on the calendar, anyone can celebrate a birthday, share a date night or anniversary creating delicious fare or bring friends together for a special evening together.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With the best cooking classes in NYC to choose from, you can expect first-rate instruction from a local superstar chef with expertise in gourmet creativity. And of course, you can expect to have an unforgettable time with likeminded foodies while learning new cooking skills. All ingredients and tools needed for the session are provided, making it easy for you to focus on the step-by-step lessons as they unfold. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks in an engaging setting that sets everyone up for success. Depending on the session you choose, you will have time to settle in after instruction to dine on what you've created with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master everything from pasta making to modern baking, from the art of sushi to the craft of handmade pastries. Every session contains a set of smaller lessons that help you bring your creations to life, skills such as proper knife use and effective flavor layering. You'll even find specialty courses that focus on masterful grilling and artisanal charcuterie creation. And thanks to courses covering steakhouse specialties, seafood favorites and European classics, you'll use your new talents to create dishes .
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Connecting with your best friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues for a fun time is incredibly rewarding—especially while learning new skills you can use in your everyday life. The benefits of taking cooking classes range from gaining confidence with your kitchen abilities to learning how to enhance your home cooking regimen. Work with top talent from around NYC while sharpening your skills, explore cultures and cuisines you've always wanted to sample, add new recipes to your personal cookbook, and more. You'll also enjoy the camaraderie of working side-by-side with fellow cooks who share your love of creating great food, whether you sign up for SoHo cooking courses or schedule classes in Brooklyn.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from popular global cuisines like Italian, French and Mediterranean or pick something closer to home like NYC-style steakhouse and coastal seafood specialties. You can also check into specialty classes that hone in on sushi making, pasta making, cake decorating, artisan baking, desserts and more. With instructors drawing inspiration from restaurants around the city that rival the menus at spots like Scarpetta and Le Bernardin, you can select culinary classes in exciting contemporary dining options as well.
Where do the classes take place?
Most of the top cooking classes in NYC take place in either a premium third-party venue, the chef’s place, or your place. You may also find courses in which your chef instructor travels to a chosen venue or office space for onsite cooking experiences in your choice of locale. If the chef comes to your location, they will bring everything that is needed for the class from the equipment to the ingredients. Checking the venue image and destination map shown on each class page will clue you in on the location of the course, whether it's a baking workshop in Queens, a pasta lesson in Little Italy or a sushi class in Chelsea.
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.