Beginner Cooking Classes in NYC
Take beginner cooking classes in NYC for a test drive to get rolling with the gourmet goodness. Easy-going courses led by local chefs introduce novice cooks in Harlem, Manhattan and Queens to the delicious traditions of home cooking in the Big Apple. You'll create menus that capture the adventurous spirit of the city's best metropolitan cuisine or celebrate the simplicity of family style dining. Practice fundamental techniques and learn skills you can build on while crafting menus brimming with fabulous flavor. These cooking sessions in NYC provide a perfect introduction to the joy of cooking for anyone who's ready to make the leap. Sign up for beginner cooking classes in NYC soon to make your life more delicious.
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Make Your own Bread by Hand
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a trio of delicious breads from scratch. Nothing beats the simple pleasure of slicing into a fresh crusty loaf made using the skills developed in this practical cooking class.Your chef tutor will provide full guidance on technique, starting with making dough before proving and baking, to create classic white...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Stylish Japanese Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare a classic Japanese-inspired feast for date night. Share a flavorful evening in this fun Japanese cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare seared salmon with honey miso butter, butter fried garlic rice, vegetable tempura...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Modern Surf and Turf Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a vibrant surf-and-turf dinner for your next date night. Cook a balanced surf-and-turf menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak and shrimp, asparagus with chermoula, lemon herb couscous and a refreshing mocktail. End with...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Mediterranean Southern French Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover rustic Southern French flavors with seasonal classics. Explore French spring flavors in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll roast chicken with herbs, prepare a bright vegetable salad and cook a fragrant rice pilaf. You’ll also make a smooth...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Croissants With a Twist
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover new sweet and savory twists on your favorite French pastry. Break the morning monotony of eating the same old croissant with this deliciously creative cooking class. Those who enjoy a savory bite will love learning to make ham and cheese croissants and your sweet tooth won't be able to resist one infused with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Master Popular Mexican Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook flavorful Mexican desserts in this cooking class while learning baking and frying techniques. Learn how to prepare classic Mexican desserts in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Make conchas from scratch, bake chocoflan and fry churros served with Mexican hot chocolate sauce. You’ll also...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Cook an Indulgent Japanese Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a signature Japanese-inspired dinner together for date night. Cook a Japanese bistro menu from scratch in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll sear salmon, build flavorful garlic rice, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and master light tempura...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Lively Bulgogi and Banchan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a flavorful Korean BBQ feast in this cooking class. Cook a full Korean BBQ-style meal in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll grill bulgogi beef, assemble lettuce wraps and prepare traditional side dishes including cucumber...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cook Homemade Pizzas From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare simple pizzas in this cooking class while building dough handling and baking skills. Prepare a creative pizza menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make fresh pizza dough, bake carbonara-style pizza, prepare a fennel and sausage calzone and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Brilliant Breakfast Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thrill your loved ones with freshly-baked flaky croissants. Add a fresh recipe to your baking collection by taking this croissant centered cooking class. Your patisserie expert chef tutor will show you how to make an enriched croissant dough and guide you through making a classic croissant with ham and cheese as well...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Make Chic French Macarons for Mother’s Day
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master impressive French macarons for Mother’s Day in this cooking class. Make sophisticated French macarons in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll craft peach and Champagne macarons and chocolate crème brûlée macarons with attention to detail...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Rustic French Chicken and Summer Ratatouille
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook light French summer dishes in this cooking class while learning roasting and soufflé techniques. Cook a seasonal French menu in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Prepare pan-roasted chicken with summer ratatouille, Dijon-roasted new potatoes and classic salad Lyonnaise. Finish with a...
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Lake Grove
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FAQS ABOUT BEGINNER COOKING CLASSES IN NYC
How much do Beginner classes in NYC cost?
Beginner cooking classes in NYC vary in cost depending on the chef, the size of your group and the menu you choose. Prices for beginner culinary classes are on a tiered structure based on these and other details specific to the class. Typically, the price per person for cooking classes ranges from $59 to over $100. Refer to the top of this page for starting prices for culinary classes. You can contact our helpful concierge team at any time to learn more and plan your cooking experience.
Who are these Beginner classes suitable for?
Designed with easy-to-follow instructions and a lively atmosphere, cooking courses for beginners are suitable for anyone interested in expanding their kitchen skills or moving from beginner to experienced home chef. Cooking lessons for beginners allow families, kids and teens to work together to complete a tasty and nutritious menu while picking up valuable skills. Plan a unique evening out with family, friends and colleagues. Cooking courses are perfect for a girls’ night out, a date night or a team building experience.
What should I expect during a typical class?
First and foremost, you should expect to have a fun and engaging experience in any culinary class you choose. Beginner cooking classes in NYC are led by esteemed chefs who show up with all of the freshest ingredients, modern equipment and kitchen tools needed to create a meal reminiscent of your favorite NYC steakhouse, Little Italy eatery or Chinatown restaurant. Chefs create a lively ambiance while you watch demonstrations, follow step-by-step guidance and ask any questions you may have. After preparing a sweet, savory or spice-infused menu, you’ll have the opportunity to sample and share your creations with the group.
What Beginner techniques and skills will I master?
Have you ever dreamed of preparing a meal worthy of your favorite NYC restaurant? Depending on the cooking lessons you book, you’ll learn various culinary techniques, including knife skills, seasoning blends, grilling, wok-frying and more. You could also learn how to prepare Mediterranean seafood, Spanish tapas and Caribbean-inspired specialties. Whether it’s New York-style pizza, cheesecake and bagels or Italian bread, French pastries and Indian curry blends, you’ll pick up essential skills to recreate your favorite flavors at home. Learn how to prepare dry-aged prime steak or knead homemade dough into fresh pasta inspired by restaurants like Benjamin Steakhouse, Forsythia and I Sodi.
What are the benefits of taking a Beginner class?
The benefits of top cooking classes near you include the opportunity to learn new skills, boost current talents, gain kitchen confidence and bond with family and friends while making memories. You’ll meet new people and discover shared interests as you pursue your culinary dreams. This is a chance to join gourmet chefs who are dedicated to their craft and excited to share their skills and knowledge with others. Discover new recipes to prepare at home for friends and family. Cooking sessions are also a unique way to learn about global cuisine and cultural traditions, whether your course is held in Brooklyn, Midtown, Tribeca, Chelsea or the Upper West Side.
What types of Beginner classes/menus can I choose from?
You can choose from a wide variety of cuisines, cultures and specialized techniques in your road to culinary confidence. Explore the art of sushi making or the fun of pasta making. Learn how to simmer, sauté and flambé French favorites inspired by Balthazar, create delicately layered tiramisu in the fashion of Don Angie’s or serve up a Katz’s Deli-worthy pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup. Likewise, you could choose to explore Mediterranean seafood, French pastries, Greek spanakopita, German strudel or African piri-piri chicken.
Where do the classes take place?
Local cooking lessons for beginners are held anywhere a meal can be prepared, whether it’s your place, the chef’s place or a third party even space like a hotel, banquet hall or local restaurant. Chefs who travel to your site arrive prepared and ready to go with all of the ingredients, tools and items needed to bake, grill, simmer or decorate. Refer to the destination map and venue image on each class page to help with discovering the location, whether your class is held at a cucina in Little Italy, a café in Chelsea or restaurants in Brooklyn, the East Side or Manhattan.
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
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