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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Essential Knife Skills Workshop
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Build confidence in the kitchen as you practice essential knife techniques in this hands-on class. Knife mastery is the foundation of every great cook, and this cooking class provides the perfect place to start. Under the guidance of an expert chef instructor, you’ll learn essential techniques for chopping, slicing...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Holiday
Romantic Italian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate romance with a hands-on Italian date night cooking adventure. Celebrate amore in this indulgent Italian cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare shrimp scampi served over fresh homemade spaghetti, toss a crisp shaved radish, fennel and herb salad and finish the evening with a rustic pear crostata topped with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Tuscan Steak Romance Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how Tuscan flavors make date night unforgettable. Experience date night Tuscan-style in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn to pan-roast steak and top it with capers, arugula and Parmesan, then create wide ribbons of pappardelle coated in a vibrant kale and walnut pesto. Chef...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Artisan Holiday Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake two festive holiday breads and savor them fresh and warm from the oven. Add some sweetness to your holiday season with a hands-on cookie decorating class for all ages. Learn to prepare royal icing, practice the flooding technique and design beautiful gingerbread and sugar cookies that are as fun to make as they...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Flavors of Autumn: Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make sweet treats bursting with all the autumn flavors Become a macaron expert in this 3-hour comprehensive cooking class focused on seasonal autumn flavors. A skilled chef will guide you through making the perfect batter, piping the ideal round shape and crafting delectable fillings. Voilà ! After preparing two...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Indian Culinary Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover spices and recipes that define Indian cuisine. Discover the vibrant flavors of India in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). You’ll create chicken tikka masala paired with fluffy basmati rice, roast eggplant with coriander and ginger and prepare warm scallion naan by hand. For a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Cook a Classic French Winter Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add authentic flavor to your next date night with this cooking class. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a Parisian-inspired date-night cooking class. You’ll create a seasonal menu featuring roasted chicken with tarragon cream sauce, roasted root vegetables and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Tuscan Steak Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Savor rustic Tuscan flavors in this romantic cooking class in NYC. You and your date will sear pan-roasted steak topped with capers, arugula and Parmesan, craft handmade pappardelle tossed in kale and walnut pesto and finish with a sweet tiramisu gelato affogato. Chef Emily or one of the talented resident chefs will...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Rome Comfort Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover timeless Roman recipes in this flavorful class. Celebrate the flavors of Rome in this immersive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). 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...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Christmas
Delicious Holiday Treats for Beginners
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create beautiful holiday desserts to share and enjoy. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a holiday baking class filled with festive favorites. Create pillowy homemade marshmallows, colorful white chocolate bark with cranberries and pistachios and rich peppermint crunch...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Classic Indian Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the rich traditions of Indian cooking in this flavorful class. Unlock the secrets of Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare chicken tikka masala served with fragrant basmati rice, roast eggplant seasoned with coriander and ginger and knead homemade scallion naan fresh from the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fall Gatherings in France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Capture autumn’s charm with rustic French-inspired cooking. Embrace the flavors of France in this autumn cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). You’ll sear garlic-rosemary steak with a silky red wine sauce, layer a comforting potato and celery root gratin with thyme and finish with a caramel-pear pot de...
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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.