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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Homemade Vietnamese
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Share the joy of homestyle food from Southeast Asia in this cooking class with Chef Denis. Learn the secrets to traditional Vietnamese recipes brought to you by a world-class chef. Chef Denis shares his wisdom from traveling, cooking and dining across beautiful Vietnam with you in this hands-on cooking class....
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Cook an Elegant Spring Celebration Spread
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to manage cook times across a full spring meal. Plan a fun, food-forward evening with this interactive cooking class in NYC. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through lemon marinated lamb skewers with yogurt herb sauce, harissa glazed carrots, jeweled basmati rice pilaf and roasted strawberry ice...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Colorful Spring Celebration Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice techniques that make spring meals feel elevated. Bring bright seasonal flavor to the table in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make lemon marinated lamb skewers with yogurt herb sauce, harissa glazed carrots and jeweled basmati...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Mediterranean With A Modern Twist
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Shake off your dining doldrums with a dash of intriguing international flavor. Sample the best contemporary Mediterranean dishes in a hands-on cooking class featuring a delicious dinner filled with coastal favorites. Chef Paul is ready to show you how to modernize traditional recipes that today's gourmet is sure to...
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Chef Paul
New York
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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
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Cook a Bright Spring Celebration Spread
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a spring menu that works well for group-style dining. Cook an elevated spring menu in this cooking class in White Plains (Westchester) that’s perfect for sharing. Led by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare lemon marinated lamb skewers with yogurt herb sauce, harissa glazed carrots and jeweled...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Comforting Chicken Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build skills that help you cook calmly and confidently. Make a showstopping meal feel easy in this cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Led by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, potato persillade and green beans with lemon and capers, then finish with chocolate...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Classic Sweet and Savory Baking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to bake with clarity and structure. Mix sweet and savory bakes in this interactive cooking class in NYC. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through hot cross buns, spring onion and Gruyère quiche and chocolate babka from start to finish. You’ll practice practical techniques like dough kneading,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Homemade Pizza With A Twist
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create a personalized pizza from scratch using fresh vegetables and more. In this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Denis, you will learn how to make pizza that is both healthy and delicious. Chef Denis will guide you through the steps of pizza-making, from the dough to the toppings, and everything in...
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Chef Denis
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Cook an Elegant 40-Clove Garlic Chicken
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice cooking techniques that make entertaining feel easier. Make a showstopping meal feel easy in this cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Led by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, potato persillade and green beans with lemon and capers, then finish with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Mother's Day Favorite
Savory Spring Baking Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake sweet and savory items while refining control. Bake your way through spring favorites in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make hot cross buns, spring onion and Gruyère quiche and chocolate babka. You’ll learn skills like working...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Classic Spring Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice techniques that help fresh flavors shine. Plan an easy, feel-good dinner with this interactive cooking class in NYC. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing, pretzel rolls with whipped goat cheese and sparkling...
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New York
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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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