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
Thai-Style Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a meal inspired by the culture and cuisine of Thailand. Led by a world-class chef, this hands-on cooking class will teach you the basics of Thai cooking as you create a 5-star, multi-course meal. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients and hand-picked recipes, you’ll learn classic Thai-style flavor profiles as you...
Verified Chef
Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Handmade Sushi 101
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the art of making your own sushi by hand in this beginner-friendly setting. There's nothing quite like making sushi from scratch, and this cooking class is the perfect opportunity to learn! An expert chef instructor will guide you along your sushi journey, teaching you the techniques and tips you need to craft...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Essential Vegan Sushi
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Join Chef Denis in creating innovative vegan sushi with a twist on authentic Japanese cuisine. In this unique plant-focused cooking class, you’ll make vegan versions of a few sushi favorites. This menu, curated by Chef Denis, is brimming with the fresh flavors of traditional Japanese ingredients.
First, fill...
Verified Chef
Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make a Delicious Italian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rich Italian flavors while learning simple, satisfying techniques. Create an authentic Italian meal from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With help from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare a five-course spread featuring crostini with burrata and...
Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Creative Macaron Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create polished, professional-looking macarons at home. Perfect your pastry skills in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester) focused on French macarons. Under the guidance of Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll craft two versions: almond macarons with honey cinnamon filling and strawberry...
Verified Chef
Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Classic French Country Supper
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rustic French cooking with warm, approachable techniques. Discover the charm of rustic French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to make French country chicken gratin, a crunchy apple and celery root salad and fragrant herbed rice pilaf. End the meal with silky chocolate pots de crème....
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Kids' Cupcake Party
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Let your child's imagination roam free as they bake and decorate cupcakes with Chef Denis. Chef Denis offers the ultimate kid's birthday celebration with this cupcake party curated for children ages nine to 13. Using wholesome ingredients, Chef Denis will teach the kids how to bake and decorate a variety of cupcakes...
Verified Chef
Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic French Pastry Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore classic French baking through hands-on pâtisserie techniques. Learn the art of classic French baking in this immersive pastry-focused class. With guidance from a skilled pastry chef, you’ll craft three elegant desserts inspired by a traditional pâtisserie. Create Fleur de Sel caramels, delicate lemon-sugar...
Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Rustic Winter Harvest Kitchen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create seasonal dishes using methods perfect for everyday cooking. Enjoy the best of the season in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a full menu featuring stuffed pork tenderloin, apple and fennel salad, butternut squash...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Spanish Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of bold Spanish cooking in this hands-on class. Explore classic Spanish flavors in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by shaping and frying crispy Manchego croquettas, then make a traditional potato and spinach tortilla Española. You’ll also learn how to roast pork loin and blend a toasted...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Pescatarian Feast
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Learn how to prepare a healthy and hearty meal without meat, added sugar or starches. During this hands-on cooking class with Chef Denis, you'll learn just how easy it is to prepare healthy dishes that prioritize flavor and good-for-you ingredients.
You'll learn how to transform fresh parsley and basil into a...
Verified Chef
Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Italian American Comfort Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover classic Italian-American techniques that build bold, satisfying dishes. Discover the heart of Italian-American cooking through rich textures, vibrant flavors and nostalgic recipes. A chef will guide you through crafting creamy sauces and perfectly crisp mains using timeless techniques. Share a delicious...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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:
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.