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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Delicious Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make your own pasta from scratch during this hands-on cooking experience. This cooking class proves that there's nothing more delicious than homemade pasta! Follow along as an expert instructor teaches you the art of crafting your own homemade pasta, showing you a variety of timeless techniques and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Latin American Fare - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A romantic celebration of hearty Latin flavors. Fall in love with the deep aromas of Latin American cuisine during this engaging date night cooking class. A gourmet chef instructor will guide you along your immersive date night, teaching you how to create a stunning menu of Latin dishes. Prepare everything from fresh...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Homemade Tuscan Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a rustic and delicious Italian feast during this hands-on cooking experience. Experience the rustic flavors of Tuscany by taking part in this engaging cooking class! A skilled chef instructor will guide you along your Italian culinary journey, teaching you timeless recipes and innovative techniques, that...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Timeless Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a touch of romance to a handcrafted menu of beloved Italian dishes. Share a unique culinary experience with your partner at this Italian-inspired cooking class. Working together, with guidance from an expert chef tutor, you’ll master authentic fresh pasta dough and use it as a base for fettuccine with pancetta...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Modern Friendsgiving Fare
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover a modern take on a classic Thanksgiving feast perfect for an evening with friends. In this hands-on class with Chef Ivan, you will learn how to prepare a three-course Friendsgiving feast using modern culinary techniques and gourmet ingredients that will put a new spin on classic American dishes and...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
Bakeshop Magic - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$299
Cooking Class
$299
From cookies to cupcakes, kids will learn baking basics while having fun in the kitchen. Let your child explore baking through fun and creativity in this cooking class. Led by a top-rated chef, your kids will learn the science of dough, how to measure and express themselves through delicious decorating sessions with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Modern Macaron Marvels
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Expand your baking skills with an inside look at macarons, a beloved patisserie classic. Discover the versatility of macarons at a cooking class led by a baking expert. You’ll master the basics of whisking and piping before taking things to the next level with exciting flavors. Vanilla is combined with mocha...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elevated Holiday Menu
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover an elevated menu of simple, sophisticated dishes that make for a perfect holiday dinner. In this hands-on class with Chef Ivan, you will learn how to prepare an elevated three-course holiday menu using high-quality, seasonal ingredients and cooking techniques that bring out the best in them.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Sun-Kissed Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a rustic Italian feast with fire-kissed dishes and refreshing basil limoncello sorbet. Gather around the grill and bring authentic Italian dishes to life in this cooking class. Learn new grilling techniques, how to choose the right ingredients and get your questions answered by a 5-star chef. You’ll make...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Delicious Donuts From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This engaging cooking class shows you how to make delectable delights for donut-lovers. If you can't resist donuts, this is the cooking class for you! Follow along as a five-star baker instructor shows you how to make a variety of homemade donuts, using classic techniques that will help you grow as a baker. Donuts...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Diving Into Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience the incredible simplicity of dim sum during this hands-on cooking experience. This engaging cooking class is the ultimate introduction to the delicious world of dim sum. An expert chef instructor will guide you as you embark on your dim sum journey, showing you a variety of authentic techniques and tips...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Korean BBQ Bash
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Immerse yourself in the delicious world of East-Asian barbeque. If you love going out for Korean BBQ, you'll love this engaging cooking class where you'll learn to make it yourself! From delicious, perfectly cooked meats to fresh, flavorful sides, you'll learn to add spicy twists to the barbeque feast alongside 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.