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
Timeless French Affair - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in enduring French classics presented with upscale finesse. In this romantic cooking class, an expert chef teaches time-honored French recipes elevated with gourmet techniques. You’ll learn to pan-roast juicy chicken and prepare handcrafted sauces. Each dish is refined with tips from the chef, and for...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Quarter Flair for Foodies
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy the culinary charm of New Orleans from your own kitchen. Bring the soul of New Orleans to your plate in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs to make classic shrimp étouffée, starting with a rich dark roux and layers of savory flavor. Then, cook red beans...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Romantic Parisian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to cook a French-inspired dinner together, featuring roasted chicken, truffled potatoes and crème brûlée. This cooking class invites guests to enjoy a fun and flavorful experience with French cuisine, guided by a top-rated chef. Guests will learn to make truffled pommes Anna, pan-roast chicken, prepare an...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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French Croissant Making and Culinary Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create fresh, buttered French croissants in this immersive cooking class that covers essential culinary skills. Create flaky, buttery, fresh croissants in this baking-centered cooking class. Work alongside a master chef to learn the art of mixing and laminating dough and shaping it into fresh croissants. Top your...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pumpkin Dessert Magic for Fall
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of fall favorites. Embrace autumn flavors in this pumpkin-filled cooking class in Lake Grove. You’ll make spiced pumpkin ice cream, a fluffy pumpkin soufflé and baked donuts with a rich buttermilk glaze. Plus, Chef Jackson or a talented resident chef will guide you in blending...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Fresh Croissants: Flaky and Buttery Goodness
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of baking fresh, flaky croissants in this immersive three-hour French cooking class. Croissants are a popular French pastry; you can learn how to create them in this cooking class. Work alongside a master chef instructor to discover the art of mixing and laminating dough along with shaping and baking...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Ocean and Land - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft a twist on steak and seafood in this date night cooking class. This date night cooking class features steak and seafood. You'll work as a pair with a master chef to learn culinary techniques for grilling a juicy steak, cooking to your liking, and creating delectable, sweet, flaky crab cakes. For...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Timeless French Recipes From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Warm up with cozy, rustic French flavors. Learn the essentials of rustic French cooking in this flavor-packed cooking class in Lake Grove. Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through sautéing haricots verts in brown butter, blending roasted cauliflower into a silky soup and building a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Fresh-From-Scratch Italian Pasta Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create fresh-from-scratch pasta in this interactive and fun cooking class with a five-star chef instructor. Discover pasta that just tastes better with a cooking class that teaches you how to create popular dishes. Work alongside a five-star chef to mix, roll and cut pappardelle noodles and rich fillings. You'll also...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Modern Donut Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Rise and shine to this tantalizing selection of morning pastries. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll join a talented chef instructor for a sweet lesson in breakfast treats inspired by global favorites. Learn tips for working with different types of dough and baking techniques to craft pillowy beignets generously...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Make It a Steakhouse Night - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice perfect steak techniques in a festive fall date night setting. Get hands-on with seasonal favorites in this fall date night cooking class in Lake Grove. Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs will walk you through searing steak and building a bourbon-shallot butter to go on top. Then make sweet...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Popular Steakhouse Pairings - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a refined surf and turf menu with your partner in this date night class. Classic steaks and succulent seafood make a lovely pairing, and you'll learn essential techniques for creating both in this date night cooking class. Work alongside a five-star chef and your partner to build a refined surf and turf dinner...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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.