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
Refined Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the art of fine dining with delicate, luxurious dishes. Elegant techniques meet a menu designed to impress in this immersive cooking class. With guidance from a highly skilled chef, you'll start by pan-searing scallops to a beautiful golden crust, topped with a luxurious Champagne-infused butter sauce....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Lovers in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
French fare. Shower your date with the romance of a French bistro in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make French classics from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Create lasting memories together while cooking through a multi-course menu. Start by searing jumbo scallops topped with beurre...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Dainty Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whip up delicate shells and decadent fillings with flawless technique. During this in-depth cooking class, you'll spend a sweet and skillful session crafting iconic French macarons, beginning with perfectly round shells. Once you've mastered the crisp-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside texture, you’ll explore two...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Wine Country Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Sip, sauté and stir up something special together. Get whisked away to the vineyards of Italy with a date night cooking class for two. With guidance from a world-class chef, you’ll prepare prosciutto-wrapped chicken in a rich Chianti sauce, assemble a vibrant beet salad with tangy goat cheese and Cabernet...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Italian Pasta Class - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring Italy to the family kitchen with this spaghetti and meatballs class. Join a tasty cooking class featuring classic spaghetti and meatballs. Learn to make authentic Italian cuisine from a five-star chef in an engaging environment appropriate for all levels. Practice knife skills while preparing a fresh chopped...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Table Side With Chef - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Gourmet fare for two. Sweep your date off their feet with a romantic date night cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Start with a dazzling pork wellington served with roasted seasonal vegetables and farro. Make your night extra sweet...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Vegan Fare for Everyone
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create hearty vegan meals like mushroom stroganoff and finish with plant-based chocolate mousse. This cooking class offers an exciting dive into the world of plant-based cooking. Chef Denis will show you how to create a vibrant three-course vegan meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Taste of France
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover traditional Parisian recipes using classic French techniques. Experience the charm of French cooking in this engaging cooking class with Chef Pierre. Explore the techniques behind some of France’s most cherished dishes as you prepare a three-course menu.
Start with a rich French onion soup, caramelized...
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Chef Pierre
Serving the NYC area
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Great for Groups of 12-20
Wonderful Feast
$165
Team Building Activity
$165
Fill the table with a stunning spread your team can create and enjoy together. Invite your team to an exciting team-building cooking class outside the office. They will discover how to elevate their culinary skills with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients as they work together to make four courses of elevated...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
The Ultimate Pasta Showdown
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Join Chef Jimi for a competitive pasta-making class, blending teamwork, creativity and culinary skill. Gather your team for a pasta-making team building activity that turns the heat up! Under the expert guidance of Chef Jimi, this culinary adventure invites a dash of competition to the mix.
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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South Indian Breakfast Feast
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to prepare a large breakfast with savory and sweet elements, South Indian style. Allow Chef Kavitha to awaken your senses in this interactive cooking class as she teaches you how to craft an authentic South Indian breakfast menu.
Start by dishing up gluten-free, savory breakfast crêpes known as masala...
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Chef Kavitha
Serving the NYC area
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Top Dishes of Spanish Cuisine
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Master the timing of paella, frying churros and balancing flavors in tapas. This cooking class takes you on a flavorful journey through Spain’s most beloved dishes. Chef Denis will guide you in creating a vibrant three-course menu that showcases the bold and rustic flavors of Spanish cuisine.
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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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.