Cooking Classes in NYC
Best Cooking Classes in New York City for your next culinary journey
Immerse yourself in the Big Apple’s dynamic food culture with a variety of cooking classes in NYC. Whether it's rolling bagels, crafting fresh pasta or learning classic New York-style pizza, there's something for every taste and skill level. Led by skilled chefs across Brooklyn, Manhattan, Yonkers and Queens, these hands-on lessons make it easy to explore new techniques and cuisines. For an unforgettable night out, try a couples' class or give the gift of a culinary experience that creates lasting memories. With diverse cooking courses in New York City, from beginner lessons to expert challenges, it's the perfect way to spark a love for cooking. Join today and unlock your culinary potential with one of the many cooking lessons in New York City that will bring out your inner chef.
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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Vegan Fare for Everyone
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create hearty vegan meals like mushroom stroganoff and finish with plant-based chocolate mousse. This cooking class offers an exciting dive into the world of plant-based cooking. Chef Denis will show you how to create a vibrant three-course vegan meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Charming Shamrock Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create holiday-themed St. Patrick’s Day macarons in this hands-on cooking session. Bake festive French pastries in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll prepare Irish coffee–flavored macarons and shamrock-shaped macarons while learning key techniques for...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Make a Classic Bento Box - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Build a Japanese-inspired bento box together in this fun cooking class. Have fun assembling a Japanese-inspired bento in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken yakitori, sticky rice shapes, edamame and sweet fruit and cream sandos....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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A Tour of Classic Italian Dishes
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Join Chef Ivan for a class in classic Italian home cooking. In this hands-on Italian cooking class, Chef Ivan will guide you through a soulful three-course dinner shaped by regional traditions and modern craft. You'll explore the flavors of Naples and Northern Italy while mastering classic techniques that bring each...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Southern Cooking With Flair
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Explore the intricacy and variety of Southern cuisine with Chef Kymberly. In this interactive class with Chef Kymberly, you'll learn the art of blending spices while cooking three authentic Southern dishes, each chock full of bold flavors and highlighted by fresh ingredients.
You'll begin by preparing spicy,...
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Chef Kymberly
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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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Chef Denis
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Flavorful Mediterranean Desserts From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make Mediterranean sweets in a baking class built around variety. Learn how to prepare classic Mediterranean desserts in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Make crisp, layered baklava, creamy tiramisu and rich Basque cheesecake from start to finish. Chef Amalia or a resident chef will guide you...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Flavorful Mediterranean Dessert Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make Mediterranean desserts in one focused session. Build confidence with traditional dessert techniques in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll prepare baklava, tiramisu and Basque cheesecake while learning how to balance sweetness, texture and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Make Irresistible Filled Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Try a filled donut class built around mixing, filling and finishing. Create a trio of filled donuts in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make chocolate hazelnut, tiramisu and lemon curd-filled donuts, complete with glazes and toppings. You’ll gain...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN NYC
How much do cooking classes in NYC cost?
Your cost for each cooking class will be different, depending on the chef, the size of your group and the session you take. You'll find the starting price and fees on this page next to each listed class, with a tiering structure applied based on headcount and class details. For most classes, you can expect to pay between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These classes are perfect for anyone who wants to have an unforgettable time with colleagues and loved ones. All skill levels are welcome. Beginning cooks can enjoy cooking classes that walk them step-by-step through the fundamentals of handmade cuisine, while experienced cooks will find intermediate and advanced sessions that take their talents to the next level. With cooking lessons for kids and teens, younger chefs can get their kitchen adventures underway. And with celebratory classes on the calendar, anyone can celebrate a birthday, share a date night or anniversary creating delicious fare or bring friends together for a special evening together.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With the best cooking classes in NYC to choose from, you can expect first-rate instruction from a local superstar chef with expertise in gourmet creativity. And of course, you can expect to have an unforgettable time with likeminded foodies while learning new cooking skills. All ingredients and tools needed for the session are provided, making it easy for you to focus on the step-by-step lessons as they unfold. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks in an engaging setting that sets everyone up for success. Depending on the session you choose, you will have time to settle in after instruction to dine on what you've created with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master everything from pasta making to modern baking, from the art of sushi to the craft of handmade pastries. Every session contains a set of smaller lessons that help you bring your creations to life, skills such as proper knife use and effective flavor layering. You'll even find specialty courses that focus on masterful grilling and artisanal charcuterie creation. And thanks to courses covering steakhouse specialties, seafood favorites and European classics, you'll use your new talents to create dishes .
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Connecting with your best friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues for a fun time is incredibly rewarding—especially while learning new skills you can use in your everyday life. The benefits of taking cooking classes range from gaining confidence with your kitchen abilities to learning how to enhance your home cooking regimen. Work with top talent from around NYC while sharpening your skills, explore cultures and cuisines you've always wanted to sample, add new recipes to your personal cookbook, and more. You'll also enjoy the camaraderie of working side-by-side with fellow cooks who share your love of creating great food, whether you sign up for SoHo cooking courses or schedule classes in Brooklyn.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from popular global cuisines like Italian, French and Mediterranean or pick something closer to home like NYC-style steakhouse and coastal seafood specialties. You can also check into specialty classes that hone in on sushi making, pasta making, cake decorating, artisan baking, desserts and more. With instructors drawing inspiration from restaurants around the city that rival the menus at spots like Scarpetta and Le Bernardin, you can select culinary classes in exciting contemporary dining options as well.
Where do the classes take place?
Most of the top cooking classes in NYC take place in either a premium third-party venue, the chef’s place, or your place. You may also find courses in which your chef instructor travels to a chosen venue or office space for onsite cooking experiences in your choice of locale. If the chef comes to your location, they will bring everything that is needed for the class from the equipment to the ingredients. Checking the venue image and destination map shown on each class page will clue you in on the location of the course, whether it's a baking workshop in Queens, a pasta lesson in Little Italy or a sushi class in Chelsea.
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.