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.
CHEF’S PLACE
Make a Gourmet Parisian Bistro Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore French flavors that feel both timeless and modern in this hands-on cooking class. Learn classic French bistro techniques in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Prepare a croque monsieur ham and cheese sandwich, French onion soup and an apple and fennel salad with whole-grain mustard vinaigrette. Finish with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Italian Spring Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embrace fresh, seasonal Italian cuisine in this hands-on experience. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll learn how Italians cook in the springtime with fresh, seasonal produce and ingredients. From appetizer to dessert, you’ll craft a multi-course Italian-style meal with a world-class chef on hand to give...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Artisan Croissant Baking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn croissant making in this guided cooking experience with sweet-and-spicy variety. Build confidence with pastry lamination in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll make croissant dough from scratch and turn it into sweet and savory pastries, including...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Bright Spring Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make a seasonal spring dinner in this guided hands-on experience. Celebrate spring flavors in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make roasted chicken with lemon and rosemary, grilled artichokes with basil aioli, Tuscan kale salad and a smooth lemon...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic Hibachi Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a Japanese-inspired dinner with hibachi-style energy in this hands-on cooking class. Learn classic Japanese-inspired techniques in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Prepare savory-sweet chicken teriyaki, shrimp and pork gyoza with dipping sauce and a crisp salad tossed with ginger-orange dressing. You’ll also...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Flavorful Mediterranean Desserts From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make Mediterranean sweets in a baking class built around variety. Learn how to prepare classic Mediterranean desserts in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Make crisp, layered baklava, creamy tiramisu and rich Basque cheesecake from start to finish. Chef Amalia or a resident chef will guide you...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create the finest and most intimate Italian dishes in this date night cooking session. There is no better cuisine to fall in love with than Italian food, so why not embark on a journey with your date through this cooking class, where you will learn to make the finest Italian dishes together? From risotto to Tuscan...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Relaxed Rustic Italian
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create iconic Italian dishes from pasta to pesto. In this enjoyable cooking class, you’ll master skills to create Italy’s favorite dishes anytime. Your class kicks off with fresh fettuccine made from pasta dough; it's surprisingly simple to make and a super versatile addition to any kitchen toolkit....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Charming Shamrock Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create holiday-themed St. Patrick’s Day macarons in this hands-on cooking session. Bake festive French pastries in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll prepare Irish coffee–flavored macarons and shamrock-shaped macarons while learning key techniques for...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elevated Croissants From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make a sweet-and-spicy croissant batch in this guided session. Build confidence with pastry lamination in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make croissant dough from scratch and turn it into sweet and savory pastries, including...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Bright Japanese Bento Box - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Assemble a bento box meal that feels creative and interactive in this fun cooking class. Build a complete bento-style lunch in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll grill chicken yakitori, form sticky rice shapes, prepare steamed edamame and assemble fruit...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic Hibachi Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a hibachi-style meal-building session in this fun cooking class. Learn classic Japanese-inspired techniques in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Prepare savory-sweet chicken teriyaki, shrimp and pork gyoza with dipping sauce and a crisp salad tossed with ginger-orange dressing. You’ll...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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.