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
Pasta-Making Made Simple With Tools
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Make authentic pasta dishes from scratch with tools and skills you will use again and again. Join this hands-on cooking class to master the techniques of making filled pasta from scratch. Using a pasta tool kit provided during class, create fresh dough and transform it into artichoke mezzelune and pumpkin ravioli....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Italian American Comfort Food for Winter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get cozy by mastering a selection of Italian American comfort food classics. From chicken Milanese to fresh gnocchi, this cooking class will give you all of the skills to make popular Italian American dishes that your friends and family will love. Overseen by a chef tutor, you’ll prep meat, roll gnocchi, dress salad...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Rustic Italian Kitchen Fun - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn foundational cooking skills great for kids and adults. Celebrate togetherness in a cooking class where every family member plays a part. Learn essential kitchen skills, prep ingredients and collaborate on a delicious menu worth savoring as a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Italian American Comfort Food Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore a delicious blend of Italian roots and American warmth through timeless recipes. This cooking class invites you to explore the heart of Italian American comfort food. Discover how to prepare flavorful, satisfying recipes that blend Italian culinary traditions with classic American warmth. Guided by expert...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cozy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
The whole family will love this engaging Italian cooking class, perfect for kids and adults! This hands-on cooking class is perfect for families who love Italian cuisine! Join a gourmet chef instructor, as you and your kids learn timeless Italian recipes and techniques that you'll use to craft a delicious meal from...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Creative Dumpling Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare dumplings with clear, practical instruction at each step. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping sauces to...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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A Traditional French Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect classic French recipes with step-by-step instructions in this cooking class. Explore the essence of French culinary tradition in this cooking class designed for lovers of the classics. Journey through the art of preparing France’s most celebrated dishes, focusing on time-honored techniques and bold,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Valentine's Favorite
Classic Dumpling Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn beginner-friendly dumpling skills through fun, hands-on techniques. Learn the basics of dumpling making in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Practice shaping and cooking three classic styles: steamed dumplings, boiled wontons for soup and pan-fried gyoza. You’ll also prepare simple dipping sauces to pair...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Festive Brunch Bites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a balanced brunch spread with ease in this hands-on cooking class. Create crowd-pleasing brunch favorites in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Learn how to bake a cinnamon roll cake, prepare brown sugar peppercorn bacon and make fluffy cloud egg nests. Chef Jackson or a resident chef will...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Knife Handling
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn Knife Skills Master the art of using a chef's knife in this exciting cooking class. Learn to chop and slice like a professional in an engaging hands-on experience taught by a five-star chef. Gain new skills in the kitchen while cooking through a multi-course menu of restaurant-quality dishes. Don't miss out on...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Flavorful Brunch Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to elevate breakfast into brunch in this hands-on cooking class. Create crowd-pleasing brunch favorites in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to bake a cinnamon roll cake, prepare brown sugar peppercorn bacon and make fluffy cloud egg nests. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Gourmet Neapolitan Pizza From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a Neapolitan-inspired meal from start to finish in this guided session. Explore the flavors of Naples in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll mix and bake classic Italian meatballs, stretch and top pizza dough and prepare a bright...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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.