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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Country-Style Southern French Fare
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook hearty Southern French dishes inspired by Provence. Cook a seasonal French menu in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Learn how to prepare roasted chicken Provençal with lemon and herbs, a green bean and tomato salad with Champagne vinaigrette and herbed rice pilaf. Finish with flourless...
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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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Hands-On Cake Decorating Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create smooth layered cakes from scratch. Build confidence with classic pastry techniques in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare genoise cake, whip Swiss meringue buttercream and assemble a layered cake with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Magical Mediterranean Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Upgrade your culinary skills through this fun Mediterranean cooking class. Discover the intricacies of Mediterranean dishes through this cooking class, as you start a new hobby in the world of cooking. You will learn about the differences and similarities of the types of Mediterranean cooking, from France to Spain and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Modern Surf and Turf Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a vibrant surf-and-turf dinner for your next date night. Cook a balanced surf-and-turf menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak and shrimp, asparagus with chermoula, lemon herb couscous and a refreshing mocktail. End with...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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A Fine French Evening - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whisk your date away for a French meal in this cooking class. Nothing says romance quite like French cooking and in this cooking class, you and your date will learn how to prepare a French meal. The gourmet chef will start you off by practicing searing scallops with an aromatic beurre blanc sauce. Prepare creamy...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cook an Indulgent Japanese Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a signature Japanese-inspired dinner together for date night. Cook a Japanese bistro menu from scratch in this interactive cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll sear salmon, build flavorful garlic rice, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and master light tempura...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Festive Taco Making - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Cook fresh Mexican tacos together in this family class. Explore a family-friendly taco menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare steak tacos with tomatillo salsa, handmade tortillas, lime butter corn and tres leches cake with cream. You’ll...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Lively Bulgogi and Banchan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a flavorful Korean BBQ feast in this cooking class. Cook a full Korean BBQ-style meal in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll grill bulgogi beef, assemble lettuce wraps and prepare traditional side dishes including cucumber...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Pizza-making - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Begin a quest to make the best pizza as a family in this cooking class. Instead of making meals just as parents, why not bring the kids in on the fun through this family-fun cooking class? This session will focus on making one of the most popular family foods in the world. pizza. This will be very enjoyable for adults...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Professional Knife Skills
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Learn the fundamentals of using a chef’s knife in this practical cooking session. Proper knife technique is one of the most important skills any cook can learn, and this class is the perfect place to start. A knowledgeable chef instructor will guide you through essential cutting techniques, from chopping and slicing...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Master Timeless French Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Develop practical French cooking skills from scratch. Learn classic techniques at the heart of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Prepare pan-roasted chicken breasts with white wine sauce, oven-roasted crispy potatoes and steamed artichokes served with homemade lemon aioli....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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.