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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Dim Sum With Friends
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Literally translated as ‘touch the heart’, dim sum are perfect to share with loved ones. In this enlightening cooking class, you’ll discover the skills you need to make delicious dim sum, from rolling out dough to filling, folding and steaming. You’ll prepare a range of sweet and savory fillings and, by the...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Beef Wellington Perfection - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a gourmet delight, mirroring the flavors of premier restaurants with a homemade Beef Wellington. During this cooking class, you’ll learn how to transform any dinner into a luxurious English feast. An expert chef will teach you professional techniques for making the perfect beef Wellington with a crusty...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Chocolate Comfort Celebration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover why chocolate defines culinary indulgence. Celebrate the art of chocolate in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). You’ll prepare chocolate crêpes layered with berries and mascarpone cream, craft a silky pot de crème and bake a flourless chocolate torte with fluffy whipped cream. Chef...
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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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French Countryside Cooking for All
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover recipes that reflect rural French traditions. Experience the warmth of French countryside cuisine in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to prepare chicken chasseur, a rustic dish with mushrooms, tomatoes and herbs, alongside pommes persillade seasoned with garlic and parsley....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Beef Bourguignon Special
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate rich flavors with an authentic French culinary experience. Savor the richness of classic French cuisine in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to slow-cook beef bourguignon until it’s meltingly tender, whip up a crisp endive and Roquefort salad with candied pecans and roast...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Italian Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover timeless Italian classics in this hands-on cooking class. Celebrate the essentials of Italian cooking in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. You’ll master spaghetti alla carbonara with creamy sauce and crisp pancetta, toss a refreshing shaved fennel and pear salad and prepare juicy chicken picatta with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Portuguese Dining Experience
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate authentic Portuguese dining in a night of flavor. Discover Portugal’s culinary treasures in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to make tender piri piri chicken, crunchy potato croquettes and caramelized Brussels sprouts with smoky chorizo. Chef Amalia or one of the talented...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Thanksgiving Essential Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take on Thanksgiving cookery with ease this year Learn essential techniques and create your own impressive Thanksgiving feast with this engaging cooking class! Led by a skilled chef, you'll perfect the art of herb brining and roasting to achieve juicy and flavorful results. Discover the secrets to making pillowy soft...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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.