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
Classic Winter Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook fresh pasta dishes that showcase warm, seasonal flavors. Get comfortable with pasta-making techniques in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With help from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make fresh spinach pasta dough, fettuccine with roasted squash and linguine with walnut...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic New Orleans Sweets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the sweet charm of New Orleans baking with guided, hands-on steps. Bring the flavors of the Big Easy to life in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to make classic New Orleans treats, including mini king cakes, pecan pralines and fluffy beignets. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Elegant Croissant Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn essential laminated-dough techniques in a fun, hands-on class. Discover the craft of traditional French croissants in this immersive baking class. You’ll learn to work with classic laminated dough and shape it into beautifully airy pastries. Create both savory bacon and Gruyère croissants and indulgent dark...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Perfecting the French Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join this hands-on class to refine your pastry-making skills and immerse yourself in French baking. Explore the world of French pastries in this hands-on cooking class, where you will make three delightful treats. You will craft fleur de sel caramels, perfectly crisp lemon-sugared palmiers and indulgent...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Vibrant Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore authentic Indian cooking through essential hands-on techniques. Discover the rich flavors of Indian cuisine in this immersive hands-on cooking class. Learn how to balance spices and seasonings to elevate traditional regional dishes. Create homemade flatbreads, chicken tikka masala and savory shrimp you’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Craft Vibrant Valentine’s Day Treats - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Enjoy a hands-on dessert class perfect for all ages. Enjoy a sweet and skill-building family experience in this interactive baking class. Prepare beloved desserts with techniques accessible to every age. Celebrate the teamwork that transforms simple ingredients into something...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Classic New Orleans Dessert Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Southern baking through hands-on, flavorful recipes. Enjoy a taste of Louisiana in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make three classic desserts: mini king cakes, pecan pralines and sugar-dusted beignets. You’ll gain hands-on experience...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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The Ultimate Thai Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of creating Thai dishes from scratch using fresh ingredients and vivid spices. Explore the best of traditional Thai cooking at an interactive cooking class. Guided by the chef tutor, you’ll balance aromatic herbs and spices, stir-fry vegetables and cook noodles to create chicken pad Thai with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elegant Beef Wellington Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a romantic steakhouse-style dinner together with guided steps. If a cozy steakhouse dinner sounds like your ideal date night, this cooking class is the perfect fit. Join a professional chef to create an impressive four-course menu starring a classic beef Wellington. You’ll also whip up creamy mashed potatoes,...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Explore Classic Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Indian cooking with a focus on balance and depth. Enjoy an immersive introduction to Indian flavors in a class designed for all skill levels. Discover how combining spices thoughtfully can elevate even the simplest ingredients. Prepare homemade flatbreads and cook chicken tikka masala with a side of perfectly...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic Dumpling Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn beginner-friendly dumpling skills through fun, hands-on techniques. Learn the basics of dumpling making in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Practice shaping and cooking three classic styles: steamed dumplings, boiled wontons for soup and pan-fried gyoza. You’ll also prepare simple dipping sauces to pair...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cook a Vibrant Southern Italian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a surf-and-turf Italian dinner with approachable guidance. Share an Italian coastal experience in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare steak tagliata, shrimp with fried capers, handmade garganelli in spicy tomato sauce and...
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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:
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.