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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Mother's Day Favorite
Sushi Roll Techniques
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Ivan will take you on a journey through the fresh, flavorful world of sushi. Making sushi is one of the highest arts found in Japanese cuisine. Learn how to choose fresh ingredients, prepare the components and roll the perfect roll with Chef Ivan.
Begin the hands-on class with a light and flavorful miso soup...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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South American Steak - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Have a South American-style steak night with someone you love. In this interactive cooking class, you and your partner will follow along as a world-class chef takes you through a multi-course meal inspired by the cuisine of South America with a juicy steak as the star. Using fresh ingredients and expert techniques,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Light Spring French Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a refined French spring menu in this hands-on class. Celebrate seasonal French flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Learn how to pan-sear salmon with a white wine pan sauce, grill asparagus with tarragon and chive butter and prepare light sweet pea soufflés. You’ll also mix a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Mother's Day Favorite
Relaxed Italian Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make an Italiano feast of cozy favorites. Develop essential skills rooted in comforting Italian cuisine at this engaging cooking class. Led by an expert chef, you’ll master making crisp chicken Parmesan and a flavorful tomato sauce. You’ll also discover the secrets to crafting fresh pasta from scratch...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Countryside Cuisine in NYC
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn how to make classic French dishes shine in a modern setting. Craft a classic French-country dinner from the buzzing streets of NYC in this vibrant cooking class with Chef Paige. Under the guidance of esteemed chef you will learn essential French culinary skills to bring the warmth of this well-loved cuisine to...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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The French Connection
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn classic techniques to make an all-star French menu with Chef Ivan. Chef Ivan will draw upon his extensive training in French gastronomy to introduce you to French cuisine in an upscale manner in this hands-on cooking class.
The art of choosing, cooking and eating good food is what gastronomy is all about....
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Make Chic French Macarons for Mother’s Day
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master impressive French macarons for Mother’s Day in this cooking class. Make sophisticated French macarons in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll craft peach and Champagne macarons and chocolate crème brûlée macarons with attention to detail...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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South American Steak Night - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook steak the South American way in this date night cooking session. Join this innovative and romantic cooking class to learn to cook steak dishes the Latin American way. This class is a perfect date night idea as you will be able to get to know your date intimately as you cook sizzling South American steak together....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Practical Seafood Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook elegant seafood dishes with expert guidance. Prepare an elegant seafood menu in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll pan-sear salmon, steam mussels and poach shrimp while learning how to season and cook seafood properly. You’ll...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Fresh Pasta 101
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Indulge your taste buds while learning the celebrated craft of pasta making. The menu of this cooking class represents a journey through the heart of Italian culinary tradition, tailored for those who wish to immerse themselves in the art of Italian cooking. Each dish, from the vibrant mozzarella Caprese to the...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Home-Style Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a rustic Italian feast in the comfort of your own home. In this hands-on cooking class, you will join a world-class chef as they guide you through rustic Italian recipes from prep to plating. Using fresh ingredients and homestyle techniques, you’ll create a mouthwatering multi-course meal that ends with a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Making Macarons For Mom
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a wonderful gift for your mom as you learn to make macarons here. In this innovative and hands-on cooking class, you will find out how to make macarons, a sweet treat that is a perfect gift for your mom on Mother's Day. A world-class baker will show you how to create these delicious treats. You’ll learn to...
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Chef Emily 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.