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
Mother's Day Favorite
Mediterranean Dishes Made Simple
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with creamy hummus, grilled meats and sweet baklava. Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in this interactive cooking class with Chef Jimi. This experience is designed to teach you the art of balancing spices, grilling meats and working with phyllo dough for a...
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Chef Jimi
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Classic Spring Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice techniques that help fresh flavors shine. Plan an easy, feel-good dinner with this interactive cooking class in NYC. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing, pretzel rolls with whipped goat cheese and sparkling...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Fresh Spring Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice hands-on techniques inspired by seasonal cooking. Plan an easy, feel-good dinner with this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Chef Jackson or a resident chef will guide you through grilled citrus chicken, butter lettuce and radish salad with green goddess dressing, pretzel rolls with whipped...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Core French Pastry Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice skills that improve texture and finish in baking. Master classic French pastry techniques in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, a raspberry soufflé and a lemon tart....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Mother's Day Favorite
Italian Dinner With Tiramisu Finale in NYC
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Become a seasoned chef as you learn from the best, creating this traditional Italian meal. Prepare a delectable Italian-inspired menu completely from scratch with guidance from Chef Paige. Practice and perfect techniques like pasta-making and deglazing to create mouthwatering sauces and tender, chewy noodles....
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Mother's Day Favorite
Knife Skills: The Fundamentals
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn the fundamentals of basic knife cuts and make cooking at home simple. In this knife skills cooking class, Chef Paul will explain how to choose the best knives and how to take care of the ones you already have, along with teaching you refined slicing, dicing and chopping techniques you'll utilize from appetizer...
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Chef Paul
New York
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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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Pizza the Right Way
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Discover the art of pizza-making from scratch with expert guidance. This cooking class brings the art of crafting authentic pizza into your kitchen. Chef Denis will guide you through every step, from making the perfect dough to choosing toppings for a truly customized Italian pizza.
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Traditional French Recipes
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Prepare iconic French dishes with step-by-step guidance for soups, mains and desserts. This cooking class with Chef Jimi takes you on a journey through the heart of French cuisine. Create an impressive three-course meal while learning essential culinary techniques.
Prepare a traditional French onion soup, perfect...
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Chef Jimi
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Cozy Ramen Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook ramen while building confidence with advanced techniques. Cook a comforting bowl of ramen from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. With guidance from Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll make homemade ramen noodles, shio ramen with pork belly, pickled mushrooms and a perfect ramen egg. You’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Seasonal Spring Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to plan and cook a spring-inspired menu. Cook a fresh, seasonal menu in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make yogurt-brined chicken with za’atar, blistered green beans with creamy tahini and tabbouleh. You’ll learn skills...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Seasonal Pasta Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice pasta making with a focus on seasonal cooking. Cook a spring-inspired pasta menu in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Chef Amalia or a resident chef will guide you through handmade pappardelle with lemon, asparagus and Parmigiano-Reggiano with soft eggs, goat cheese tortellini with...
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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.
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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.