Cooking Classes in NYC, NY
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
Holiday
Cook a Vibrant French Winter Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a luxurious French feast. Celebrate romance and French flavors in this hands-on winter cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Under the guidance of Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll roast chicken in a luxurious tarragon cream sauce, prepare hearty roasted root...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Christmas
Handmade Holiday Treats
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the magic of the season with a festive holiday dessert class. Celebrate the magic of the season in this holiday baking class in NYC. Learn to whip up fluffy homemade marshmallows, craft white chocolate bark studded with cranberries and pistachios and prepare rich peppermint crunch fudge. You’ll also make...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cook a Comforting American Meal - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Turn family time into joyful kitchen fun in this cooking class. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a family-friendly cooking class featuring classic American comfort foods. Learn to make crispy herb-crusted chicken tenders, creamy mac and cheese with extra cheesy...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Christmas
Holiday Treats Party
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Roll up your sleeves and make colorful holiday sweets this season. Get into the holiday spirit with this festive baking class in White Plains (Westchester). Under the guidance of Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll make a variety of seasonal sweets including homemade marshmallows, white...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Make Authentic French Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate classic French flavors in this hands-on cooking class. Celebrate timeless French flavors in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Guided by Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare coq au vin blanc with tender chicken and white wine, pommes aligot with creamy potatoes and cheese and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Authentic Tuscan Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform Old World traditions into your next favorite homemade culinary creations. Indulge in the bold flavors and rustic textures of Italy in this Tuscan-inspired cooking class. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you’ll craft classic dishes like tomato-topped crostini, Chianti-infused strip steak, handcrafted...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Holiday
Cook Cozy French Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create restaurant-quality French favorites and bring a touch of Paris to your kitchen. Discover the charm of classic French cuisine in this festive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to craft coq au vin blanc simmered in white wine, pommes aligot whipped to cheesy perfection and roasted asparagus...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Holiday Season Global Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a magnificent holiday feast of dishes from around the world. By the end of this cooking class, you’ll have mastered the skills to make a holiday spectacular dinner. Start by prepping pepper-crusted steak with horseradish crème fraîche and sides of latkes and arugula salad with roasted squash. Then, dive...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Make Beef Wellington
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make a holiday-worthy Beef Wellington for your holiday feast. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a holiday-inspired gourmet cooking class. You’ll master the iconic Beef Wellington, then elevate your sides with charred broccoli enhanced by Manchego, hazelnuts...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Holiday
Holiday Flavors Around the World
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore holiday food traditions from across the globe. This seasonal cooking class features an international menu of festive dishes from all over the world. You’ll practice a wide variety of culinary skills from frying crispy latkes to serving up a modern twist on sweet potato pie. Guided by the chef, you’ll work...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cook Authentic Italian Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of authentic Italian cooking in this hands-on class. Savor the best of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp served over Parmesan polenta and balance the richness with roasted broccolini enhanced by garlic and lemon. For dessert, you’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Thai-Inspired Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into Thai cuisine by preparing flavorful, authentic dishes with fresh ingredients. Turn date night into an unforgettable culinary journey in this interactive Thai cooking class. Guided by a skilled chef, you and your partner will prepare a multi-course menu infused with the bold spices, herbs and textures of...
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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.