Cooking Classes in the NYC Region, NY
Best cooking classes in the NYC Region for your next culinary journey.
Exciting culinary opportunities await you in the Big Apple. Join a professional chef in NYC other areas for cooking classes that will entice your palate and expand your cooking repertoire. Learn how to roll delicate sushi, how to pair fresh pasta with the perfect homemade sauce, how to decorate cakes on par with your favorite bakery and so much more. No matter your skill or comfort level in the kitchen, there is an experience for you. Book today!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rome Kitchen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover Italy’s capital through authentic culinary flavors. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a Roman-inspired cooking class filled with timeless dishes. Begin with bruschetta topped with olive tapenade and ricotta, then learn to cook tender pork chops saltimbocca....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thanksgiving
World Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover global bread traditions in this hands-on baking class. Travel the globe through bread in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Begin by baking Middle Eastern flatbread topped with dukkah for a nutty, aromatic bite. Then, create Italian focaccia infused with rosemary and roasted garlic before finishing with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Italian Kitchen Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy bold Italian flavors in this fun, hands-on cooking class. Discover Italian classics in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to craft spaghetti alla carbonara the traditional way, balance crisp shaved fennel with sweet pear in a refreshing salad and prepare golden chicken picatta...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Autumn Dining in France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the season with a comforting French countryside menu. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a French-inspired autumn cooking class. You’ll create a bistro-worthy menu starting with garlic-rosemary steak finished in a savory red wine sauce, followed by a potato...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thanksgiving
Tastes of Rome
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless charm of Roman cuisine in this flavorful class. Celebrate the flavors of Rome in this immersive cooking class in NYC. You’ll begin with bruschetta layered with olive tapenade and creamy ricotta, then move on to juicy pork chops saltimbocca with herbs and prosciutto. Learn to prepare a Roman...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Master Thanksgiving Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build Thanksgiving fundamentals from mashed potato to gravy. Gear up for the holiday season at a cooking class devoted to building Thanksgiving skills. You’ll build confidence as you follow the chef instructor’s directions to make herb-brined roast chicken, smooth and creamy mashed potato and the perfect gravy....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Thanksgiving
Fall Favorites: French Pastries
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Warm up the season with comforting French classics you’ll cook from scratch. Learn how one versatile laminated dough can unlock a world of French pastries in this cozy fall-themed class. A skilled chef will teach you the layering and folding techniques that create buttery, flaky textures. Then, you’ll prepare an...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Italian Essentials
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover timeless Italian classics in this hands-on cooking class. Celebrate the essentials of Italian cooking in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. You’ll master spaghetti alla carbonara with creamy sauce and crisp pancetta, toss a refreshing shaved fennel and pear salad and prepare juicy chicken picatta with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Italian Harvest Comfort Meals
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate authentic Italian flavors with autumn charm. Discover the flavors of fall in this Italian harvest cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn how to roast seasonal squash for a vibrant salad with arugula and Gorgonzola, then master chicken cacciatore paired with creamy Parmesan polenta. For dessert,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Steak for Lovers - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Surprise your partner with a perfectly seared steak for your next date night. Turn your next date into an unforgettable culinary experience. In this lively cooking class, a top-rated chef will guide you through creating a restaurant-worthy steak dinner together. Learn how to achieve the perfect sear and elevate your...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Essential Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take on Thanksgiving cookery with ease this year Learn essential techniques and create your own impressive Thanksgiving feast with this engaging cooking class! Led by a skilled chef, you'll perfect the art of herb brining and roasting to achieve juicy and flavorful results. Discover the secrets to making pillowy soft...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
French Dinner for Two
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how to bring together a well-rounded menu focused on French cuisine. During this hands-on cooking class, you and your partner will learn all the basics of French cooking. With the expert guidance of a top-rated chef, you’ll create a multiple-course meal, learning different classic techniques that...
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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.