Beginner Cooking Classes in Manhattan
New to cooking? Want to brush up on some basic culinary skills? With beginner cooking classes in Manhattan, chefs are ready to give you the knowledge needed to cook award-worthy meals. They welcome every skill level, even if you have no idea how to make your way around a kitchen! Your chef will work with you so you can learn the basics and prepare cuisines from around the globe. Grab an apron and get ready to learn! Book today.
Covid-19 Safety Precautions
Safety During Covid-19: Look for the following indicators of what precautions your chef will take for your experience. You can book most in-person experiences as private events for an additional fee. Alternatively, check out the fully interactive Online Experiences on Cozymeal!
- Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
- Social Distancing Friendly
- Chef Requires Proof of Vaccine
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Customize menus for every craving, diet or preference.
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Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours before your class.
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New England Seaside Eats
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Learn how to craft a coastal New England seafood feast with Chef Denis. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Denis will guide you as you prepare iconic dishes featuring classic New England flavors. You’ll build a rich, creamy chowder, practice making mayonnaise from scratch and bake a warm, comforting dessert....
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Authentic Georgian Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Travel to the Caucasus Mountains and explore the flavors of Georgian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Ivan will share the techniques that make Georgian food distinctive and exquisite. You'll learn how to combine ingredients to transform them into an authentic “supra” — a traditional Georgian...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Caribbean-Infused American Classics
$125
Cooking Class
$125
In this class, you'll integrate the flavors and colors of Caribbean cooking with American staples. Thanks to its reliance on fresh fruits and bold spices, Caribbean cuisine is known for its striking yet balanced flavors. In this unique class, Chef Kymberly shows you how to use key elements of Caribbean cuisine to add...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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Pasta-Making 101 for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Kids will get a hands-on lesson in pasta making and more from a professional chef. In this fun kids cooking class with Chef Jimi, kids and adults alike will learn how to make several delicious Italian dishes.
Begin with black truffle garlic bread, then prepare some pasta and combine with creamy sauce to make...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Team Building Activity
Authentic French Fare
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Ratatouille, coq au vin and more make up this gourmet team building menu. In this interactive team building experience with Chef Todd, you and your team will learn how to create several classic French dishes.
Begin by practicing your knife skills to prepare ratatouille, which you'll bake in a balsamic-Parmesan...
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Chef Todd
NYC (Little Italy)
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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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Spanish Flavors From Andalusia
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Let Chef Michael be your guide through three courses of colorful, Spanish cuisine. Join Chef Michael for a hands-on cooking class exploring the contemporary flavors of modern Spanish fare. Tour the region of Andalusia through its vibrant, culinary culture.
Begin by learning how to expertly fill dates with crunchy...
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Chef Michael
New York City
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Authentic Indian Brunch
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Do brunch with Chef Kavitha, Southeast Indian-style. Get a healthy, plant-based taste of Southeast Indian brunch favorites in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Kavitha.
Begin by preparing mung lentil crêpes infused with herbs and spices. Then, heat things up a bit by making a spiced vegetable korma for the...
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Chef Kavitha
Serving the NYC area
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Authentic Francophone Feast
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Whip up a heavenly French spread with the help of Chef Denis. You’ll learn how to recreate the delightful flavors French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Denis. From Brittany to Tunisia, you will taste beautiful dishes that span the French-speaking world.
To start, prepare a lush leek and...
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Elevated Bento Box
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Create an authentic Japanese meal with a lesson in the art of bento boxes. Discover the magic that goes into building a bento box in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan. With an array of recipes and ingredients to play with, you're sure to become a bento box extraordinaire in no time.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Team Building Activity
Pasta Prepared From Scratch
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Explore the basics of creating homemade pasta that takes center stage in a classic Sicilian meal. Chef Todd shares his expertise in Italian cuisine with a team building cooking class that celebrates the rustic beauty of pasta. He'll teach you and your group how to make fresh pasta from simple ingredients and dress...
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Chef Todd
NYC (Little Italy)
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Exploring the South of Italy
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Michael to tour the South of Italy through its traditional recipes. Explore the culinary side of Southern Italy in this interactive cooking class, where you'll learn how to make classic Italian favorites from scratch, including an Italian salad, homemade pasta and a classic dessert.
For your starter,...
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Chef Michael
New York City
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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