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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Sweet & Savory Bread From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of breadmaking in this exciting class. Discover the bold flavors of Korean barbeque in this exciting cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen like slicing meat and chopping vegetables from a five-star chef. Start with a refreshing marinated cucumber salad and crispy cast-iron scallion pancakes....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Trio of Fall Bakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake cozy fall flavors with a top-rated chef. Don't miss out on dessert-making fun with a cooking class dedicated to indulgent seasonal desserts. Discover what makes caramel apple tartlets with buttery crusts so delicious, whip up rich chocolate-cranberry brownies packed with a surprise tart sweetness and get whisking...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Favorites of Tuscany
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make authentic Italian dishes from a five-star chef. Dive into the wonderful world of bread in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Learn to make both sweet and savory breads from a five-star chef in a hands-on environment. Prepare three different kinds of bread, including crispy Italian breadsticks, rustic...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Perfect Pasta Creations
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Serve up a satisfying and soul-warming meal with pasta and dessert. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll prepare homemade pasta dough for a delicious pasta-filled meal. A world-class chef will teach you how to transform dough into silky pappardelle ribbons paired with a rich, slow-simmered Bolognese sauce. Then,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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A Celebration of Spain
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make classic Spanish cuisine in this hands-on environment. Explore the tasty flavors of traditional Spanish cuisine in this exciting cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen while making a multi-course menu. Start with a refreshing kale salad topped with Marcona almonds and manchego. For the main...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Handmade Pasta and Fall Flavors
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a cozy meal highlighting fall-inspired Italian classics. Fall into pasta heaven with a cooking class dedicated to handmade dough. Led by an esteemed chef, you'll master making fresh pasta dough to create tender pumpkin agnolotti draped in nutty brown butter and fragrant sage. Then, craft three-cheese ravioli...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fall Baking Extravaganza
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make seasonal baked goods in this hands-on experience. Sweep your date off their feet with this wine-inspired cooking class. Learn to make showstopping dishes from a five-star chef in this fun and flirty environment. Start with a roasted beet salad with pecans, goat cheese and cabernet vinaigrette. Next,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Central European Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft comforting, hearty dishes from Bavaria. In this date night cooking class, you’ll explore flavors inspired by European kitchens and fall markets. Working together, you'll prepare a crisp apple and fennel salad drizzled with tangy whole-grain mustard vinaigrette before pan-frying classic pork schnitzel. Then,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Ravioli Workshop From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of making fresh ravioli in this hands-on experience. Discover the fresh flavors of Thai cuisine in this exciting class. Learn to make showstopping dishes from a top-notch chef in an interactive environment. Start your meal with crispy corn and lime fritters. Next, prepare the perfect pad Thai and a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Autumn Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall Flavored Macarons Dive into the sweet world of macarons in this three-hour cooking class. Learn to make delicate sandwich cookies from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as macaronage, piping macarons and whipping up creamy fillings. Explore different...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Bavaria Nights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover authentic Bavarian cuisine with this unique experience. Dive into the comforting flavors of a night out with this exciting cooking class. Learn to make homemade versions of classic bar food from a five-star chef. Start by kneading and shaping homemade soft pretzels with beer cheese for dipping. Next, toss...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Peruvian and Mexican Kitchen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up a fiery feast inspired by Latin kitchens. Take a spice-filled journey into the world of bold Latin bites in this lively chef-led cooking class. A talented chef will guide you through a tantalizing menu featuring smoky Peruvian spice-rubbed grilled chicken, hearty rice and black-eyed peas with chorizo and...
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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.