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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American-Style Steak Dinner
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Create a classic three-course steakhouse meal in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan. You don't need steakhouse reservations to enjoy a gourmet steak dinner. Under Chef Ivan's guidance, learn how to make an incredible multi-course meal using smart cooking techniques and fresh ingredients.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Stylish Japanese Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare a classic Japanese-inspired feast for date night. Share a flavorful evening in this fun Japanese cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare seared salmon with honey miso butter, butter fried garlic rice, vegetable tempura...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Master Professional Cake Decorating
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master practical cake decorating skills in this hands-on class. Learn the fundamentals of cake decorating in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). You’ll work with vanilla genoise cake, vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream and raspberry curd to build, fill and frost a layered cake from start to finish....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Brilliant Breakfast Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thrill your loved ones with freshly-baked flaky croissants. Add a fresh recipe to your baking collection by taking this croissant centered cooking class. Your patisserie expert chef tutor will show you how to make an enriched croissant dough and guide you through making a classic croissant with ham and cheese as well...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Become a precision dumpling master by mixing various fillings to steam or pan-fry each creation. Forget the carry-out and make your own dumplings and dim sum in this hands-on cooking experience led by Chef Paige. Each folded dumpling is a work of art featuring fresh ingredients.
Begin by seasoning a savory pork...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Mother's Day Favorite
Pizza Creations From Start to Finish
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Bring authentic Italian pizza flavors to life in your own kitchen. This cooking class introduces you to the art of pizza-making with Chef Jimi as your culinary guide. Learn how to create the perfect dough and customize your pizza with a variety of toppings.
Start with a light and flavorful Caprese salad made with...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Mastering Knife Skills
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Ivan will teach you professional knife skills essential to the culinary arts. Learn all the basic safety knife techniques to take your culinary skills to the next level during this extensive class. Chef Ivan will demonstrate knife techniques while you make three staples of Mediterranean cuisine.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Croissants With a Twist
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover new sweet and savory twists on your favorite French pastry. Break the morning monotony of eating the same old croissant with this deliciously creative cooking class. Those who enjoy a savory bite will love learning to make ham and cheese croissants and your sweet tooth won't be able to resist one infused with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Traditional French Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook elegant French classics in this hands-on class. Cook a well-rounded French menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with white wine sauce, crispy roasted potatoes, steamed artichokes with lemon aioli and lemon sugar...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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International Donut Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore donut styles from around the world in this hands-on lesson. This interactive cooking class highlights fried treats from Italy and France. Learn to prepare and fry the dough for these global delights paired with delicious fillings and toppings. Indulge in hazelnut-chocolate-filled bomboloni and pipe elegant...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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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.