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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Signature Tuscan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor a multi-course menu featuring premium regional ingredients and traditional Tuscan techniques. This hands-on cooking class showcases the timeless charm of the Tuscan kitchen. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll learn essential methods such as making chianti-infused pan sauce and rolling classic potato gnocchi....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Romantic Italian Steakhouse Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn date night into a romantic Italian cooking experience. Turn date night into a gourmet experience with this Italian-inspired cooking class in NYC. Sear tender grilled steaks finished with a rich caramelized shallot sauce, then handcraft pillowy gnocchi tossed in brown butter sage sauce with roasted butternut...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Flavors of Beef Wellington
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add joyful flair to your holiday table with a Beef Wellington. Discover the art of a true holiday classic in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Under the guidance of Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare a show-stopping Beef Wellington that’s crisp, golden and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic American Feast - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring everyone together with fun comfort food favorites. Bring the whole family together for this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Kids and adults alike will love making herb-crusted chicken tenders that are crispy and golden, plus extra cheesy mac and cheese that’s comfort food at its best. For dessert, build your...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Thai Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to cook with the sweet and spicy flavors of Thai cooking This date night, skip the takeout and learn how to make your favorite Thai dish at home with a Thai cooking class. You and your date will be guided by a top-rated chef on how to prepare the ingredients and mix the spices to make a classic Thai meal....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
The Art of Beef Wellington
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate the holidays with a festive Beef Wellington. Celebrate the holidays in style with this gourmet cooking class in NYC. Learn the secrets behind a perfectly flaky Beef Wellington with tender, juicy beef at the center. Pair it with charred broccoli topped with Manchego, hazelnuts and a drizzle of honey, plus...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Handcrafted Cookie Extravaganza
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Delight in the art of holiday cookie baking and decorating with new techniques. Take your holiday cookie decorating to new heights with this immersive cooking experience. Guided by an expert chef, you'll bake up several classic cookies to serve as the base for festive designs. From colorful "windowpane" cookies made...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Thailand's Classic Dishes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Work alongside your date to create a curated menu of Thai classics in this class. The fragrant aromas of Thailand come alive in the kitchen during this inspired date night cooking class. You and your partner will learn about essential Thai ingredients and traditional culinary techniques as you chop, wok-fry and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Bistro Favorites - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make a signature European brasserie favorite: Steak frites. During this hands-on cooking class, you’ll prepare a multiple-course menu inspired by French bistro classical flavors. You’ll focus on learning how to make steak frites from scratch, as well as other iconic side dishes that bring together...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Holiday
Elevate Your Holiday Cookies
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Delight in this holiday cookie extravaganza, focused on a variety of decorating techniques. Dive into the art of cookie decorating using a variety of techniques for a colorful and diverse holiday cookie tray. From neat piping on crunchy gingerbread men to "watercolor" painted sugar cookies and iconic wreath cookies,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Holiday
Flavorful Winter Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add decadent flavor to your holiday celebrations with this seasonal cooking class. Embrace the winter season with this gourmet cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Under the expert instruction of Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare an herb-crusted beef tenderloin paired with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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French Steak Perfection - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the culinary heritage of Europe as you create a French bistro favorite. During this cooking class, you’ll elevate your skills and expand your homemade menus, preparing traditional French fare. You’ll learn how to cook an iconic bistro dish by pan-searing steak with a creamy sauce. You’ll also prepare a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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.