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
Flavors of the Far East
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the world of flavors in this Chinese cooking class Deep dive into the fascinating world of flavors and techniques of Chinese cuisine in this Chinese cooking class. You and other like-minded classmates will be guided by a five-start chef on all things Chinese cuisine. In addition to learning some basic cooking...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Craft Fresh Pasta Three Ways
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make a handmade pasta dinner featuring three approaches in this fun cooking class. Build confidence with handmade pasta in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll work with dough and sauces to create spaghettini with lemon and arugula, orecchiette with sausage...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Signature Hibachi Experience
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a hibachi-style cooking night in this fun cooking class. Cook a balanced hibachi-style menu in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll pan-cook teriyaki chicken, fold and cook gyoza, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and prepare a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Make Rustic Pizza the Neapolitan Way
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a Neapolitan-inspired Italian dinner in this hands-on cooking experience. Learn to cook a full Neapolitan-inspired menu in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a cauliflower and pickled pepper salad, polpette al forno, Neapolitan-style...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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The Delicate Flavors of Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a magical culinary journey through Spain in this colorful, flavorful chef led cooking class. This cooking class will have you feeling like you're on a culinary journey through Spain. Simmer paella on the stove, stuff dates and delicately wrap them in ham and enjoy an olive oil-infused dessert. A master chef will...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Charming St. Patrick’s Day Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a seasonal macaron baking session for St. Patrick’s Day in this guided experience. Celebrate a festive baking theme in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Learn how to make Irish coffee macarons and shamrock macarons from start to finish. Chef Jackson or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Make Flavorful Pasta Three Ways
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a handmade pasta menu built around three styles in this hands-on cooking class. Cook your way through three classic pasta styles in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare lemony spaghettini, hearty orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Make Festive Donuts From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a filled donut assortment with hands-on learning. Build confidence with filled donuts in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll mix, shape and fry donut dough, then fill and glaze each donut with different flavors. You’ll focus on frying temperatures,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cozy Parisian Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring French café energy to your next dinner night in this fun cooking class. Learn classic French bistro techniques in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Prepare a croque monsieur ham and cheese sandwich, French onion soup and an apple and fennel salad with whole-grain mustard vinaigrette. Finish...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Elevated Spanish Culinary Masterpieces
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy upscale Spanish dishes that you'll learn to prepare in this cooking class. In this interactive cooking class, discover the art of preparing fresh paella and other Spanish delights. You'll work alongside a five-star chef to prepare fragrant paella, stuffed dates wrapped in serrano ham and an olive oil-infused...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Hearty Churrasco Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to create steakhouse-style textures and contrast in this fun cooking class. Explore traditional Brazilian cooking in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll grill steak using churrascaria methods, sauté collard greens and fry plantains for a savory-sweet...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cook a Romantic Thai Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience date night in a fresh way through hands-on Thai cuisine. Turn date night into a mini getaway with this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make perfect pad Thai, minced chicken lettuce cups, Panang coconut curry with shrimp and...
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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.