Fun Cooking Classes in NYC
Good times with friends and family get even more delicious when you add fun cooking classes in NYC to the mix. Take a bigger bite out of the Big Apple with your fellow foodies while enjoying sessions in Soho, Chelsea and Staten Island. You'll find courses that offer easy access to memorable gourmet moments, whether you're making a French menu to celebrate a golden anniversary or preparing in Italian meal to commemorate a milestone birthday. Even if you're just looking for a way to break the boredom of your usual cooking regimen, you can gather up your pals and create a culinary celebration all your own. With group cooking classes in NYC, it's all on the table!
CHEF’S PLACE
Explore Vibrant Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to combine ingredients the way Indian cuisine intends. Explore the colorful world of Indian cuisine in this guided, hands-on class. Learn to balance spices that bring authenticity and depth to every dish. Create soft flatbreads, rich chicken tikka masala and savory shrimp you’ll be proud to...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Cooking for Mental Health
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover new, flavorful ways to improve your mental health in this fun, interactive cooking class. In this hands-on class with Chef Kymberly, you will learn how to prepare a three-course menu using spices and ingredients with nutrients that help stave off depression and anxiety, and improve your overall mood.
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Verified Chef
Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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Mediterranean Dishes Made Simple
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with creamy hummus, grilled meats and sweet baklava. Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in this interactive cooking class with Chef Jimi. This experience is designed to teach you the art of balancing spices, grilling meats and working with phyllo dough for a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Top Dishes of Spanish Cuisine
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Master the timing of paella, frying churros and balancing flavors in tapas. This cooking class takes you on a flavorful journey through Spain’s most beloved dishes. Chef Denis will guide you in creating a vibrant three-course menu that showcases the bold and rustic flavors of Spanish cuisine.
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Verified Chef
Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Vibrant Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore authentic Indian cooking through essential hands-on techniques. Discover the rich flavors of Indian cuisine in this immersive hands-on cooking class. Learn how to balance spices and seasonings to elevate traditional regional dishes. Create homemade flatbreads, chicken tikka masala and savory shrimp you’ll...
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Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Explore Classic Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Indian cooking with a focus on balance and depth. Enjoy an immersive introduction to Indian flavors in a class designed for all skill levels. Discover how combining spices thoughtfully can elevate even the simplest ingredients. Prepare homemade flatbreads and cook chicken tikka masala with a side of perfectly...
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Verified Chef
Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Valentine's Favorite
Seasonal Wine Country Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence crafting elevated, vineyard-style meals. Indulge in wine country flavors as you learn from a five-star chef in a lively, hands-on class. Prepare a colorful salad of baby spinach, roasted beets and goat cheese before creating a filet with a rich red wine–shallot reduction. Conclude your experience...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
Homestyle Sushi in NYC
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add exquisite Japanese sushi to your home-cooking repertoire. If you like sushi, you're sure to love this cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll get hands-on with the art of sushi making, learning to balance flavors and work with precision, delivering to your home table a feast worthy of your favorite...
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Verified Chef
Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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West African Street Food
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the aromatic and colorful world of West African street food with Chef Kymberly. In this hands-on class, Chef Kymberly will teach you the basics of cooking West African street food, a bold cuisine that's transforming kitchens across the world. These three dishes only scratch the surface of the ingenuity and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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Traditional French Recipes
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Prepare iconic French dishes with step-by-step guidance for soups, mains and desserts. This cooking class with Chef Jimi takes you on a journey through the heart of French cuisine. Create an impressive three-course meal while learning essential culinary techniques.
Prepare a traditional French onion soup, perfect...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Journey Through Mediterranean Cuisine
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Learn to balance spices for falafels, grill meats and craft phyllo dough for baklava. This cooking class immerses you in the bright and flavorful dishes of the Mediterranean. Chef Denis will walk you through the steps to create a satisfying three-course menu inspired by the region’s culinary traditions.
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Journey Through Flavors of Thailand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a complete Thai meal while mastering essential cooking skills and flavor profiles. This hands-on cooking class brings the exotic flavors of Thailand to life. Master the art of Thai cooking as you prepare dishes that combine fresh herbs, roasted peanuts and creamy coconut. Explore the essential ingredients and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Fun classes in NYC cost?
The total price of cooking classes in NYC follows a tiered structure based on the chef, the group size and the event details for a particular session. While costs vary, most range between $59 and over $100 per person. You can find the starting price and fees for your selected course within the class listing on this page.
Who are these Fun classes suitable for?
Cooking classes in NYC are a great place to have fun and connect with like-minded foodies while improving your culinary skills. There are lessons to accommodate all skill levels led by the area’s top chefs with guided demonstrations, easy-to-follow instructions and hands-on practice. Beginners can find fun culinary courses focused on fundamentals like balancing flavors or knife technique while experienced cooks can sign up for challenging courses that cover advanced skills. With family classes on the docket, young chefs can build their skills and confidence in the kitchen, too. The lively, welcoming atmosphere makes these lessons excellent gifts or settings for birthday parties, special celebrations, work outings and social get-togethers.
What should I expect during a typical class?
You can always expect to have a lot of fun when signing up for a cooking class. You’ll join a first-rate local chef and fellow foodies for a session filled with laughter and learning in a welcoming, interactive environment. Everything you need to participate is provided by the chef, including the tools and ingredients required for the course. The chef walks you through the recipes with easy-to-follow instructions, and you’ll get plenty of hands-on practice with each technique. The chef is available to answer questions throughout the class to ensure you are set up for success. Once you’ve finished cooking, you’ll have a chance to connect with your classmates while enjoying your creations together.
What Fun techniques and skills will I master?
With the best fun culinary classes in the city, you can learn everything from firing handcrafted pizzas to folding dumplings that rival your favorite takeout in Chinatown. The area’s premier chefs share their expertise in global cuisines from Italian and Puerto Rican to Korean and American Soul. You’ll explore traditional ingredients and techniques from around the world from pasta-making to rolling sushi as you immerse yourself in diverse cultures through food. Bread-making, French pastry and plant-based cuisine are some examples of specialty courses available for those interested in mastering specific skills or cooking styles. Learn how to handle proteins with the finesse of Boucherie, make a cheesecake as iconic as Juniors and everything in between.
What are the benefits of taking a Fun class?
Sharing laughs and enjoying delicious food are just some of the benefits of joining fun cooking lessons near you. You can build connections with friends, family or colleagues and enjoy the camaraderie of learning with your fellow classmates. Cooking lessons provide a chance to work alongside some of the city’s premier chefs, asking questions and drawing from their expertise. Under their guidance, you can explore global cuisines and gourmet recipes while strengthening your culinary skills, improving your confidence and inspiring your creativity in the kitchen. Spark your curiosity with the opportunity to try something new and give yourself a challenge by tackling an advanced technique or unfamiliar cooking style in a laid-back and engaging environment.
What types of Fun classes/menus can I choose from?
Whether you’re interested in exploring a particular international or domestic cuisine, learning a specific technique or delving deeper into a specialty cooking style, there’s a fun cooking course to suit your interest. Choose a popular cuisine like Italian, Korean or French or focus on mastering certain techniques like knife skills, grilling or baking fundamentals. You can also expand your culinary repertoire with specialty lessons in bread baking, pasta-making, cake decorating, sushi-making and more. Getting ready for a special event? Elevate your dinner parties with a lesson in canapés or impress your sweetheart with a romantic gourmet feast for date night. Classes are also available to accommodate special dietary interests such as plant-based or gluten-free menus
Where do the classes take place?
With sessions available across the boroughs or a short commute from the surrounding areas, it’s easy to find fun culinary lessons near you. While many lessons are held at either the chef’s place or a premium third-party venue, in some cases, the chef may come to your home kitchen or a designated space to host the session. If the chef comes to you, they will bring all the tools and ingredients you need for the lesson. Consult the venue image and destination map located on the class listing to find the cooking experiences closest to you, whether it’s making seasonal macarons in Manhattan or crafting gnocchi from scratch in Brooklyn.
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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.