Beginner Cooking Classes NYC

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Niyah B. July, 2026

Booked the class Fresh Pasta 101 with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Such an amazing experience. Chef Ivan was extremely knowledgeable and informative. Very welcoming and inviting environment. You can tell he is passionate about what he does, making the learning experience even more enjoyable. Thank you so much for an amazing dinner.

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Katia G. June, 2026

Booked the class Fresh Pasta 101 with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

We took the pasta 101 class celebrating one of my daughter's birthday. Her siblings joined us and we had so much fun. I love chef Donna she was funny and informative. Excellent teacher.

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Kaleigh N. March, 2026

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Manhattan (Lower East Side)

We had such a fun experience with Chef Kenny through Cozy Meals! He taught us knife skills, how to roll sushi, and how to plan a dinner menu and cooking order. It was super interactive and we actually feel confident recreating the recipes at home. Highly recommend!

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Kelvin M. June, 2025

Booked the class Perfect Pad Thai - Date Night with Chef Emily in Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)

Fun experience, the chef was full of positive energy and informative. We learned a lot about the cooking process.

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Carlos C. May, 2025

Booked the class Homemade Crafted Pasta with Chef Emily in Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)

It was an amazing experience,i learned a lot and the food was delicious,the chef was so amazing,she explained everything so good,i gonna repeat the experience for sure

Oliver B. January, 2025

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Manhattan (East Village)

We had a fantastic time with chef Kenneth. He helped us prepare a delicious meal and we learned a lot. He is also great with kids. We planned the event for my middle school aged son who loves cooking and he had a blast. 10/10 will definetly book again. Thank you!

Deanna P. July, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Roll Techniques with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Sushi making class was excellent - the matcha panna cotta was delicious and super easy to replicate it at home :)

Karoll R. July, 2026

Booked the class Handcrafted Sushi - Date Night with Chef Emily in Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)

You don’t eat what you prepared!!!!! The experience started as a 10/10, we were learning and enjoying the preparation, each couple did about 8 rolls, then we got ask to give the rolls to the chef, she separated in trays and send us out so they could prepare our dinner, BUT when we get back in, we realize she just mix all of the rolls from everyone in the room and was cutting them for us, she said “you work as a team so that’s why I’m cutting it like this, they all should be the same “ BUT THAT WASNT TRUE, it really make the whole class lose complete sense, during preparation she will said “add whatever you want, feel free to modify or accommodate to what you like”, on my table we saw what other couple and us did, we didn’t put cucumbers in all our rolls, just because we didn’t want it, but when she mix everything for dinner time, every roll that come to our table included cucumbers, which is a bit disappointing since we realize those weren’t the rolls we prepared, without mention that we got soooo many of the same kind of roll and some were just pieces of rice and a piece of cucumber. Honestly it ruins the whole experience, since you get excited while cooking that you gonna get to eat what you are making, that’s the whole point, and then you didn’t get any of what you work for……. It will be better if we have the choice of cut it ourselves and decide in which order or which ones we want to eat, instead it make the class turn into a 6/10. If all is gonna get mix I think it should be inform since the beginning so you don’t do anything “different” or “special” because there is no point. They added it a drink which was really good, but for me the whole experience is about enjoy what you did!

Kevin C. April, 2026

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Queens (Long Island City)

Check Kenneth was great. We had a great time, and he went above and beyond :)

Michael . February, 2026

Booked the class New England Seaside Eats with Chef Denis in Long Island (Manhasset)

Very nice man, had a very good time and good conversations the entire time!

Ben M. February, 2026

Booked the class Knife Skills: The Fundamentals with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

Chef Paul is a master instructor and a mensch. I recommend !

Allie B. April, 2025

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Queens (Oakland Gardens)

Kenneth was SO informative and fun! He was thorough, taught my friends and me some great cooking tips that apply to all meals in addition to this delicious cuisine (and it was delicious), and made the whole experience super engaging and fun. Highly recommend his cooking class!!

Kelly O. January, 2025

Booked the class Southern Cooking With Flair with Chef Kymberly in Manhattan (Midtown)

Kymberly was so much fun! The food was DELICIOUS! Still waiting on those famous recipes to attempt to cook ;-) She was fantastic! Would def ask to work with her again!

Adryan S. November, 2024

Booked the class Essential Bakery: Fall Sweet-Treats with Chef Emily in Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)

Thank you chef Jasper for such an amazing class!

Ghania B. October, 2024

Booked the class Vegan Spanish Feast with Chef Jamie VK

Review of Cooking Class at Chef Jaime’s Home We had the great pleasure of attending a cooking class in Chef Jaime's clean, cozy, and welcoming apartment, which featured a large kitchen and a beautiful center island with granite countertops—perfect for group cooking. We prepared vegan empanadas, guacamole, and a delicious veggies stew, sauces, etc. all under Chef Jaime's expert guidance and supervision. Chef Jaime’s enthusiasm and energy truly set the tone for a fantastic experience. She was incredibly organized, managing the class smoothly and keeping us on track without ever making it feel rushed. What really stood out was her ability to engage with participants of all experience levels, from beginners to more seasoned cooks, making sure everyone felt included and valued. Her positive, supportive attitude created an environment that was not only instructive but also fun and encouraging. It was clear that she’s passionate about her craft and genuinely cares about ensuring her students have a memorable experience. If you're looking for a cooking class that balances learning with a warm, community feel, I highly recommend Chef Jaime’s class. Buon appetito. Ghania and Mark

Simplylilspeakstyle O. September, 2024

Booked the class Vegan Spanish Feast with Chef Jamie VK

Oh my gosh, it was an amazing class, chef Jamie gave us so many secrets to cooking easily. She was so graceful and lively. And the meals were delicious. Thanks a lot , i a lot so much

Kira R. May, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pizza With A Twist with Chef Denis in Queens (Long Island City)

What a super unique and personal experience! I booked this a birthday gift for my husband, and the both of us loved all 3 courses. Besides meal leftovers, we were given extra ingredients (sauce, dough, cheese, etc.) to keep and use for later - that was an unexpected but lovely surprise. Chef Denis was very accommodating and personable with plenty of stories to share. I would book again for other cuisines!

Raimond A. May, 2024

Booked the class Making Macarons For Mom with Chef Emily in Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)

Chef Emily is was very humble and very informative. I would recommend her class for anyone at any level

Madeleine D. April, 2024

Booked the class Feast Inspired by the Lord of the Rings with Chef Denis in Manhattan (Harlem)

Chef Denis Williams truly delivered an unforgettable dining experience right to my doorstep! From the moment he stepped into my apartment, his warmth and expertise set the stage for an enchanting evening. The Lord of the Rings-themed 3-course meal he prepared was nothing short of extraordinary. Each dish was a culinary masterpiece, showcasing his talent and creativity. Not only was Chef Denis incredibly kind and sweet throughout the evening, but he also shared his extensive knowledge of the culinary world, adding a delightful educational element to the experience. What truly impressed me was his attention to detail and professionalism - he left my kitchen spotless, as if he were never there. I cannot recommend Chef Denis Williams highly enough for anyone seeking an exceptional private dining experience.

Eric X. April, 2024

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Brooklyn (Downtown Brooklyn)

Wonderful experience, and really appreciated his company as well as the massive amount of food we cooked. Extremely fun and also very laid back all at once!

Aliya N. March, 2024

Booked the class Vegetarian Mediterranean Fare with Chef Jamie VK

What an amazing experience! Chef Jamie provided a warm and comfortable environment for us to learn The instructions were clear and concise The food turned out AMAZING I picked up some skills that I look forward to using in my kitchen! Would definitely recommend.

Galessa G. February, 2024

Booked the class Italian Dinner With Tiramisu Finale in NYC with Chef Paige in Manhattan (Midtown West)

The class was amazing and so much fun All the chefs were helpful and made the experience worthwhile will so do it again!

Beverly G. January, 2024

Booked the class Posh European Brunch with Chef Karmala in Queens (Long Island City)

Mala was unbelievable. There were two of us in the course and she quickly adapted her presentation to the skill level of the audience. I've taken numerous courses throughout the years and have never had such a delightful experience. The recipes were well documented, the instruction clear and concise, and the personality of the chef was IMPECCABLE. I would take courses with Mala anytime!

Nina J. January, 2024

Booked the class Southern Cooking With Flair with Chef Kymberly in Brooklyn (Bedford-Stuyvesant)

Food was great, and so was the experience! Had a wonderful time with Chef Kymmie and learned so much about the restaurant industry. Thank you!!

Emily C. December, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC with Chef Paige in Manhattan (Midtown West)

Had an amazing time, my siblings and I will definitely be doing more cozymeals soon!

Eric B. November, 2023

Booked the class Traditional Fare From Italy with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

We LOVED chef Paul! Highly recommend his class, his teaching style. We were there with teens and they all enjoyed.

Clara Y. September, 2023

Booked the class Rustic Italian Cooking Techniques with Chef Mariana in Brooklyn (Williamsburg)

Chef Mariana welcomed us into her house and created such a warm atmosphere. She guided us through every step of the cooking experience, and we ended up making four delicious dishes. I truly recommend this class to anyone who wants to elevate their cooking skills and have fun!

Ellen H. August, 2023

Booked the class Pasta and Other Italian Classics with Chef Mariana in Brooklyn (Williamsburg)

Mariana was super sweet and informative. I really enjoyed the dishes that we made. We made so much spaghetti that we were too full to even make it to dessert!

Dedren S. April, 2023

Booked the class West African Street Food with Chef Kymberly in Manhattan (Harlem)

Chef Kymberly was a fantastic and fun engagement for a surprise dinner at home. She was prompt, knowledgeable, and excellent at making every part of the experience special. She answered all of our curious questions and came well-prepared for our time. And the food was perfect! Tasty, new, and exciting with every plating, we could not believe this food came out of our own kitchen. I can not speak highly enough of Chef Kymberly, as we would suggest her for this experience and any corporate function or engagement you have in mind. This made us believe in Cozymeal, and we can't wait to explore with her again soon.

CASSANDRA R. February, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pizza With A Twist with Chef Denis in Manhattan (Kips Bay)

Chef Denis lead a wonderful pizza experience for me and my boyfriend. He helped us learn new tips and tricks and we laughed for three hours straight! Highly recommend.

Daje A. February, 2023

Booked the class Jamaican Jerk Classics with Chef Leon in Manhattan (Kips Bay)

Best Jerk Chicken I ever had in my life!!! Thank you Chef Leon

Shelly T. February, 2023

Booked the class Authentic Indian Brunch with Chef Kavitha in Manhattan (Morningside Heights)

We had a great time cooking with Kavitha. She was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend time with. Kavitha was impressively organized and most of the ingredients were presliced/chopped so we could spend more time on actually cooking the meal, which was DELICIOUS!

Daje A. February, 2023

Booked the class Jamaican Jerk Classics with Chef Leon in Manhattan (Kips Bay)

Chef Leon was EXCEPTIONAL!!! My Boyfriend and I had an Amazing Time!! This was a surprise for my boyfriend and it exceeded all of my expectations!!! I would def recommend this class to everyone. Definitely book chef Leon… We will definitely be booking again!!!Thanks again for everything we had an amazing time!

Varvara C. January, 2023

Booked the class A Taste of Japan with Chef Leon in Manhattan (SoHo)

What a great experience. Fun, exciting, new skills, and dishes! It was like having a friend teach you all the amazing food you only eat in fancy restaurants. Appreciation of quality ingredients, attention and care. Bravo Chef Leon Anthony for making our birthday celebration so memorable. Would recommend this experience to all!

Matt T. August, 2022

Booked the class Homemade Pizza With A Twist with Chef Denis in New Jersey (Clifton)

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Denis making delicious homemade pizza and cherry apple crumble. The food was excellent and we really enjoyed the event.

Jillian R. May, 2022

Booked the event French Culinary Foundations with Chef Kymberly in Brooklyn (Williamsburg)

Amazing Experience!

London T. May, 2022

Booked the class Southern Cooking With Flair with Chef Kymberly

I enjoy my class with chef Kim. She made the night special. We will be taking another class soon. ?

Anne L. April, 2022

Booked the event A Taste of Tuscan Fare with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

We had the BEST time. We arrived with a large team and they put us to work, teaching us each part of the meal step by step. Lunch was so delicious and a really fun activity for our team to do together. Loved chef Paul!

Anthony M. February, 2022

Booked the class American-Style Steak Dinner with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Chef Ivan was great, the food was banging and the people we welcoming. 10/10 would reccomend.

Nicole G. February, 2022

Booked the class Caribbean-Infused American Classics with Chef Kymberly

Chef Kym was amazing! The food was delicious, and she was super personable and funny. My boyfriend and I had an awesome experience and were totally stuffed by the end of it. Thank you Chef Kym!

Erika G. February, 2022

Booked the class American-Style Steak Dinner with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Chef Ivan is amazing! He taught us so much: starting from preparation & how to properly hold a knife to all the cooking tricks. I will definitely take another class with him. Highly recommend!!

Clayton G. February, 2022

Booked the event Elegant French Cooking with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

Everything was great! It was a little intense sometimes with some of the chefs. They wanted everything to be perfect which is fine but none of us are trained cooks so that seems like a high expectation to have.

Mariah P. February, 2022

Booked the class Fresh Pasta 101 with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Had an amazing time! Would definitely recommend to all my friends and family.

Zahra A. January, 2022

Booked the class Must-Know Kitchen Knife Skills with Chef Roger in New Jersey (West New York)

Had a wonderful experience at Chef Roger’s! He was so welcoming, knowledgeable, passionate and patient. He made learning knife skills fun and the meal we made was delicious. Excellent cook and teacher - I highly recommend!

Anthony V. January, 2022

Booked the class Traditional Fare From Italy with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

Excellent session with Chef Paul - we learned a lot and even got to bring home some of the goods! Thanks Chef Paul!

Gregory J. January, 2022

Booked the class West African Street Food with Chef Kymberly

Food was delicious. A fantastic blend of sweet and savory with a wonderful kick to each dish. Kymberly was very easy to talk to and a whiz in the kitchen. One point for improvement would have been a discussion about the African culture as it relates to the food, and possibly a more hands-on experience.