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.
CHEF’S PLACE
Gourmet Mediterranean Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a Mediterranean dessert spread in a hands-on workshop. Build confidence with traditional dessert techniques in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare baklava, tiramisu and Basque cheesecake while learning how to balance...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Wholesome Spring Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate spring cooking with a seasonal dinner in this hands-on session. Learn to prepare a seasonal spring meal in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make herb-marinated steak with blue cheese butter, asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Parisian Comfort Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a French seasonal dinner with spring inspiration in this guided experience. Learn to cook a French-inspired spring feast in this fun cooking class in NYC. Guided by Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak, a seasonal salad with whole grain mustard vinaigrette and rye croutons, savory tarte...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elevated Croissant Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how croissants come together in this hands-on cooking experience. Create bakery-style pastries in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare croissant dough, shape pain au chocolat and bake savory fennel and Calabrian chili Gruyère croissants....
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Lake Grove
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Vibrant Brazilian Churrasco
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice cooking methods that deliver smoky, savory results in this fun cooking class. Bring steakhouse-style cooking home in this fun cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled churrascaria-style steak, Brazilian collard greens, plantain chips with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Flawless Macaron Making
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create macarons in a class focused on precision and consistency. Make elegant French macarons in this fun cooking class in NYC. Guided by Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll bake classic macaron shells and pair them with cassis buttercream, lemon curd and dark chocolate ganache with toasted pistachios. You’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Bake it Till You Make it
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a baking pro as you learn from top-rated chefs. Delve into the art of creating exquisite desserts and savory treats in this baking-centered cooking class. You’ll learn the art of creating delectable treats. From perfecting dough to mastering frosting techniques, join and indulge your passion for baking with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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A French Riviera Culinary Journey
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join a master chef and discover the coveted culinary secrets from the French Riviera region. Savor a Southern France-inspired menu in this cooking class. Join an expert chef instructor and discover the art of searing caper-infused chicken breast and preparing a seasonal salad with French vinaigrette. Then, create...
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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 a Wholesome French Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a French seasonal dinner in this hands-on cooking session. Cook a fresh, seasonal French menu in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Learn how to grill steak to the right doneness, toss a seasonal salad with whole grain mustard vinaigrette and rye croutons and prepare a savory tarte...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Romantic Parisian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the peak romance of Parisian cuisine during this intimate date night cooking class. French cuisine is the epitome of romance and flair, and this cooking class is the perfect way to capture that passionate vibe. With a gourmet chef leading the way, you'll create an authentic Parisian menu from scratch, using...
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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.