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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CHEF’S PLACE
Macaron Jewels of France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip, fold and pipe your way to perfectly footed French confections. Dive into the delicate world of French patisserie in this cooking class focused on the art of macaron making. From achieving the perfect "feet" to crafting silky buttercream with raspberry and white chocolate, you'll master techniques passed down...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Seoul Kitchen
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Discover the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine guided by an expert chef. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll master the tools, flavors and techniques for making Korean favorites. Bread and fry crunchy Korean-style chicken with a fragrant garlic glaze. The chef demonstrates how to fill and fold pork and green...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Sizzling Seoul Safari
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into Korea's beloved street foods while mastering techniques passed down through generations. This vibrant cooking class showcases the crispy-sweet magic of Korean fried chicken alongside handcrafted pork dumplings and cooling cucumber salad. Master the double-frying technique that creates that signature crunch...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Southeast Asian Sensations - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a fresh and vibrant menu inspired by the flavors of Southeast Asia. In this interactive cooking class, a talented chef teaches you to create the enticing flavors and aromas of a Southeast Asian kitchen. Get hands-on practice forming shrimp spring rolls and grilling tender chicken flavored with lemongrass and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Asian Spice Trail - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Ignite romance through fragrant herbs and spices that transport you across continents. Spice up your relationship in this cooking class, where couples craft delicate shrimp spring rolls and grill aromatic lemongrass chicken together. You'll toss vibrant rice noodle salad and fill cream puffs with coffee-infused cream...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Handrolled Sushi
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Sushi Making Class Join this exciting sushi-making cooking class and follow along with step-by-step instructions on how to create restaurant-quality sushi rolls. Learn from a five-star professional chef in an engaging hands-on environment. Master new skills such as making sticky sushi rice and using nori to complete...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Chocolate Celebration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Chocolate Class Take part in a chocolate baking adventure in this exciting cooking class. Learn to create bakery-quality desserts from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as whipping icing, mixing batters and piping intricate decorations. Cook multiple...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Dockside Picnic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a tantalizing menu perfect for waterfront dining on a sunny day. You can almost feel the coastal breeze as you prepare the inviting dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Learn expert tips for making classic beer-battered fish and chips from mixing a flavorful batter to slicing potatoes. Amp up the flavor of...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Timeless Fish Fry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Relish the charm of coastal classics while mastering essential frying and flavor-balancing skills. Celebrate classic comfort food in this hands-on cooking class featuring beer-battered fish and crispy chips! You’ll learn techniques for achieving crunchy textures while balancing flavors with creamy coleslaw and zesty...
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White Plains
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Fête Nationale French
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Channel the festive spirit of Bastille Day with elegant French fare. Friends and family will storm the kitchen when you prepare recipes from this gourmet cooking class. Follow along with the chef as you turn pâte à choux dough into savory gougères. You’ll learn tips for searing scallops elevated with brown butter...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Revolution Flavor Fest
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Ignite your inner Parisian chef through buttery puffs, sizzling scallops and torch-kissed desserts. From savory cheese puffs to silky crème brûlée, this cooking class showcases the techniques behind France's most beloved dishes. You'll sear scallops to golden perfection and balance bitter endive with champagne's...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Patio Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy the lighter side of Italian cuisine with fresh recipes for sunny days. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll practice traditional Italian techniques using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Master the art of handmade pasta as you follow along with the chef to prepare fettuccine and pappardelle. Crushed tomatoes...
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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.