Pop-up Class
Local Chef
TEAM COOKING CLASS $85/person
Guacamole and Salsa Feast - NYC
- Thu, Jun 4 • 4:00 PM More dates
- 10 to 50 guests
- 2-course meal Great for groups
- Travelling to guests in Manhattan
Beginner Cooking Classes in NYC
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Booked 50+ times
Chef Jamie VK
13+ years of culinary experience
COOKING CLASS $115/person
Vegetarian Mediterranean Fare
- Fri, Jun 12 • 6:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 4 guests
- 3-course meal Date night favorite
- Brooklyn (Park Slope)
Pop-up Class
Instructor Melissa
COOKING CLASS $85/person
Ice Cream Sundae Decorating for Families
- Sat, Jun 27 • 12:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 5 guests
- 1-course meal Beginner friendly
- Manhattan (Kips Bay)
Chef Kymberly
7+ years of culinary experience
TEAM COOKING CLASS $169/person
Handpicked Italian Favorites
- Wed, May 27 • 6:00 PM More dates
- 18 to 30 guests
- 3-course meal Great for groups
- Brooklyn (Williamsburg)
Chef Emily
3+ years of culinary experience
COOKING CLASS $99/person
Authentic Paella for Beginners
- Thu, May 28 • 1:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 16 guests
- 4-course meal Beginner friendly
- Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)
Booked 50+ times
Chef Paige
3+ years of culinary experience
COOKING CLASS $125/person
Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC
- Sat, May 30 • 1:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 28 guests
- 3-course meal Beginner friendly
- Manhattan (Midtown West)
Pop-up Class
Local Chef
TEAM COOKING CLASS $85/person
Learn to Roll Sushi - NYC
- Thu, Jun 4 • 4:00 PM More dates
- 10 to 50 guests
- 2-course meal Great for groups
- Travelling to guests in Manhattan
Booked 200+ times
Chef Paul
5+ years of culinary experience
COOKING CLASS $135/person
Knife Skills: The Fundamentals
- Sat, Jun 6 • 12:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 10 guests
- 4-course meal Beginner friendly
- Manhattan (SoHo)
Chef Emily
3+ years of culinary experience
COOKING CLASS $99/person
Cook an Indulgent Japanese Feast - Date Night
- Thu, May 28 • 7:00 PM More dates
- 1 to 16 guests
- 4-course meal Date night favorite
- Manhattan (Hell's Kitchen)
Pop-up Class
Local Chef
TEAM COOKING CLASS $85/person
Craft Pasta With Your Crew - NYC
- Thu, Jun 4 • 4:00 PM More dates
- 10 to 50 guests
- 2-course meal Great for groups
- Manhattan (Midtown East)
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What to expect in a Beginner class in NYC
Beginner cooking classes in NYC on Cozymeal are hands-on, beginner-friendly and designed to help guests learn, cook and dine with confidence.
- Step-by-step guidance from a local chef
- Most classes last 2 to 3 hours
- Beginner-friendly classes with simple techniques, chef guidance and hands-on practice
- All ingredients and equipment included
- Available as public or private classes
- Hosted at the chef's place or your place
- End the experience by enjoying what you prepared
Meet the talented chefs behind these beginner cooking classes in NYC
Chef Denis
50 years of culinary experience
- New York Tech, Brooklyn
- Chef's place & your place
- Taught 500+ guests on Cozymeal
- Award-winning: 1st Prize Table, Société Culinaire Philanthropique Exhibition
Chef Jamie VK
13 years of culinary experience
- Newbury College — Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management
- Chef's place
- Taught 700+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef Kenneth
20 years of culinary experience
- French Culinary Institute
- Chef's place & your place
- Taught 350+ guests on Cozymeal
- Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Chef Ivan
35 years of culinary experience
- Chef's place
- Taught 12,550+ guests on Cozymeal
- Award-winning: Best Chef America, 2014–2016; Master Chef in Italian Cuisine, Academia Barilla
Chef Kymberly
7+ years of culinary experience
- Le Cordon Bleu, Bauman Holistic Chef, Resturant Hospitality San Jose State
- Chef's place & your place
- Taught 900+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef Todd
20 yrs plus of culinary experience
- Niagara Falls Culinary Institute
- Chef's place
- Taught 200+ guests on Cozymeal
- Award-winning: Regional Private Chef, 1993 — Niagara Gazette
Chef Paige
3+ years of culinary experience
- Chef's place
- Taught 1,350+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef Jasmine
18 years of culinary experience
- NYC Professional Kitchens - Self Taught
- Chef's place & your place
- Taught 150+ guests on Cozymeal
- Award-winning: New York Restaurant Food Show — Winner, Total Food Magazine, 2025
- Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Chef Jimi
4+ years of culinary experience
- Chef's place & your place
- Taught 450+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef Emily
3+ years of culinary experience
- Chef's place
- Taught 21,950+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef Paul
5+ years of culinary experience
- Chef's place
- Taught 3,350+ guests on Cozymeal
FAQS ABOUT BEGINNER COOKING CLASSES IN NYC
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Beginner cooking classes on Cozymeal in New York City are hands-on classes designed for people who want clear guidance, practical skills and a fun introduction to cooking. Instead of assuming prior experience, the chef walks you through each step and helps you build confidence as you cook.
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Yes. Beginner cooking classes on Cozymeal in New York City are designed for people with little or no kitchen experience. The pace is supportive, the techniques are explained clearly and the menus are chosen so you can learn useful skills without feeling overwhelmed.
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In a beginner cooking class, you may practice knife skills, mise en place, seasoning, timing, basic sauces, protein cookery, pasta techniques or simple desserts. The goal is to leave with a finished meal and kitchen skills you can actually use again at home in New York City.
