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
Diving Into Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience the incredible simplicity of dim sum during this hands-on cooking experience. This engaging cooking class is the ultimate introduction to the delicious world of dim sum. An expert chef instructor will guide you as you embark on your dim sum journey, showing you a variety of authentic techniques and tips...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Hand-Rolled Sushi Essentials
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to create some of Japan's most beloved dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Embark on a culinary journey to Japan with this robust menu curated by Chef Misun for this technique-focused class, where you'll learn how to slice, dice and roll your way to sushi perfection.
First, prepare a fresh Japanese...
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Verified Chef
Chef Misun
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Father's Day
The Best of Italian Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Master a menu of Old World specialties for an authentic, home-cooked Italian dinner. Discover the secrets of cooking like a true Italian chef in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Kenneth. From preparing pillowy gnocchi to crafting crispy cannoli for dessert, you'll explore an array of time-honored methods used for...
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Verified Chef
Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Vegan Spanish Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Plant based Spanish snacks Explore gourmet plant-based Spanish tapas in this exciting new cooking class. Learn innovative ways to create tasty vegan dishes in this chef-led class. Cook your way through a multi-course menu starting with a pomegranate guacamole served with raw veggie strips for dipping. Then make a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Classic Parisian Fare
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Unlock the secrets of French cuisine with approachable techniques and timeless recipes under step-by-step guidance. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jasmine will guide you through creating a classic French menu. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class introduces key techniques used in traditional French...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jasmine
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Humble French Flavors
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Craft traditional recipes from Paris using classic French techniques with ease. Explore the timeless flavors of France in this cooking class with Chef Kymberly. Learn to create a three-course meal that highlights traditional techniques and authentic ingredients.
Start with a savory French onion soup, caramelized to...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Available Today
Timeless Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a touch of romance to a handcrafted menu of beloved Italian dishes. Share a unique culinary experience with your partner at this Italian-inspired cooking class. Working together, with guidance from an expert chef tutor, you’ll master authentic fresh pasta dough and use it as a base for fettuccine with pancetta...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Feast Like A Greek
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Dive into a world of delicious Greek cuisine in this cooking class. Take a trip to the beautiful shores of Greece without leaving the kitchen in this feast like a Greek cooking class. Join a top-rated chef who will share the secrets of cooking a traditional Greek feast while brushing up on your cooking skills....
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Provençal Flavors and Techniques
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create authentic Southern French dishes like bouillabaisse, salad and cherry clafouti. Go on a journey through French cuisine in this cooking class. Learn new kitchen skills, such as knife techniques and food preparation, while making traditional dishes like shaved radish and arugula salad with tapenade...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Upscale Flavors of China
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn the secrets for cooking some of the most quintessential recipes from this beloved cuisine. Recreate an array of your favorite Chinese dishes in this immersive cooking class. You'll prepare a satisfying multi-course meal with Chef Kenneth covering everything from appetizers to dessert, with each creation given...
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Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Father's Day
Fresh Italian Gnocchi From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Taste the flavors of Italy and learn how to make fresh gnocchi from scratch. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Jamie will teach you how to handcraft a classic Italian menu, including turning a few staple ingredients into homemade gnocchi pasta and cooking up a savory tomato sauce.
To begin, top crostini with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Crafting the Ultimate Pizza
$129
Cooking Class
$129
From dough to dessert, learn every step of pizza-making. In this cooking class, Chef Jasmine will teach you the secrets to making authentic, restaurant-quality pizza at home. Discover how to create a complete pizza feast from start to finish.
Begin with a refreshing Caprese salad featuring ripe tomatoes, basil and...
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Chef Jasmine
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.