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
Holiday
Italian Harvest Tradition
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate autumn’s bounty with Italian culinary flavors. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a seasonal Italian cooking class that celebrates autumn. Begin with roasted squash salad tossed with arugula and Gorgonzola, then move on to chicken cacciatore simmered in...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Harvest Time Sweets - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Join in a delightful family workshop celebrating everything autumn Embrace the essence of the season with this hands-on cooking class, perfect for bringing families closer and sparking creativity. Under the guidance of a skilled chef, you and your children will craft three delightful fall-themed treats. Kids will...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Portuguese Evening Gathering
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate rustic Portuguese traditions in a hands-on workshop. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a Portuguese-inspired cooking class that celebrates bold flavor and tradition. Begin with fiery piri piri chicken, then roll crispy potato croquettes and caramelize...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Table Night Together
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate Thanksgiving with vibrant flavors and seasonal flair. Celebrate Thanksgiving with a modern menu in this seasonal cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Begin with turchetta, a porchetta-style turkey breast that’s packed with flavor, followed by roasted green beans and sweet potatoes. You’ll also...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Take & Bake: Latticed Apple Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Take home a delicious homemade pie served in a Sur La Table pie dish Dive into pie-making with this interactive cooking class. A chef instructor will lead you through crafting a homemade pie from start to finish. You'll master key skills such as creating a buttery latticed crust and preparing an apple pie filling with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate festive flavors with a modern holiday spread. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a modern Thanksgiving cooking class filled with festive flavors. Cook turchetta, a juicy porchetta-style turkey breast, then prepare roasted green beans with sweet potatoes and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Italian Feast Together - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy romance, flavor and fun in an Italian cooking class. Discover the romance of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). You’ll make juicy shrimp scampi paired with fresh spaghetti, a refreshing shaved radish, fennel and herb salad and a pear crostata topped with whipped...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Easy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring the whole family together for fun Italian cooking! Make family time delicious in this fun Italian cooking class in NYC. Learn how to prepare golden chicken Parmesan with fresh tomato sauce, roll out homemade pasta dough for creamy fettuccine Alfredo and finish the experience with sweet cannoli cupcakes topped...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Italian Harvest Evening - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn, laugh and share Italian recipes with your partner. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a date night cooking class filled with Italian classics. Begin with shrimp scampi served over homemade spaghetti, brighten the menu with a salad of shaved radish, fennel and...
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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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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Pumpkin Chai Spice Pie
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the joy of baking with a festive pumpkin chai spice pie. Celebrate fall with a take-and-bake cooking class in NYC that ends with a pie you can enjoy at home. You’ll prepare a brûléed pumpkin chai spice pie infused with warm spices and topped with a caramelized sugar crust. Chef Emily or one of the...
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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.