Cooking Classes in the NYC Region
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
The Delicate Flavors of Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a magical culinary journey through Spain in this colorful, flavorful chef led cooking class. This cooking class will have you feeling like you're on a culinary journey through Spain. Simmer paella on the stove, stuff dates and delicately wrap them in ham and enjoy an olive oil-infused dessert. A master chef will...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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A Taste of Thailand in Summer
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare satay, mango salad, lime salmon and sorbet in a vibrant Thai cooking lesson. Take part in a cooking class that blends hands-on learning with a tropical Thai summer-inspired four-course menu, guided by a top-rated chef. Learn to make chicken satay with spicy peanut sauce, glaze salmon with lime and brown sugar,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-40
Italian Dinner With Delicious Tiramisu
$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Become a seasoned chef as you learn from the best chefs alongside your team. A menu of authentic Italian flavors will be the star of this hands-on team building cooking class where Chef Paige will guide your group through a traditional Italian meal that includes pasta making and tiramisu.
To begin, craft a salad...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Traditional Fare From Italy
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to make pillowy gnocchi from scratch with tips from a professional chef. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Paul will teach you how to create perfectly pillowy gnocchi completely from scratch. Using professional cooking techniques, you'll learn how to mix, roll, slice and boil restaurant-quality gnocchi...
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Chef Paul
New York
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New on Cozymeal
Classic Techniques for Bread at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Knead dough like a pro with this hands-on bread experience. Get hands-on with homemade bread in this beginner-friendly baking cooking class in Lake Grove. Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through making roasted vegetable focaccia, shaping French baguettes and pain d’epi and building...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Traditional French Recipes
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Prepare iconic French dishes with step-by-step guidance for soups, mains and desserts. This cooking class with Chef Jimi takes you on a journey through the heart of French cuisine. Create an impressive three-course meal while learning essential culinary techniques.
Prepare a traditional French onion soup, perfect...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 8-16
Iron Chef Cooking Competition
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Join Chef Ivan for a fun and exciting Iron Chef-style cooking competition with your team! In this hands-on team building experience hosted by Chef Ivan, you and your group will be divided into two teams and then will go head to head to see who can cook up the best dish.
Each team will be assigned a basket with a...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Tropical Thai Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring home the signature flavors of Thailand with this fresh, seasonal menu. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef demonstrates classic techniques for creating vibrant Thai dishes. Follow along with the instructor to prepare staple recipes such as chicken satay with spicy peanut sauce and refreshing green...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
Baking Bonanza - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Give your child the gift of culinary creativity while learning key baking and safety skills. This cooking class is a great opportunity for your child to develop their kitchen skills and creativity with a chef instructor. Your kids will be in safe hands as they learn to become more confident in the kitchen and prepare...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Provençal: A French Culinary Exploration
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Paul in creating some of the most famous traditional dishes of Provence. This interactive French-themed cooking class will teach you to create some of the region’s most iconic dishes. You’ll learn the finest Provençal techniques to turn fresh ingredients into delightful textures and flavor combinations....
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Chef Paul
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Become a precision dumpling master by mixing various fillings to steam or pan-fry each creation. Forget the carry-out and make your own dumplings and dim sum in this hands-on cooking experience led by Chef Paige. Each folded dumpling is a work of art featuring fresh ingredients.
Begin by seasoning a savory pork...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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New on Cozymeal
Build an Elegant French Fall Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up gourmet recipes rooted in French fall tradition. Celebrate fall flavors with a French twist in this cooking class in Lake Grove. Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through pan-searing chicken with rosemary and mushrooms, making gougères from scratch and preparing a salad with...
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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.