Cooking Classes in the NYC Region
Best cooking classes in the NYC Region for your next culinary journey.
Exciting culinary opportunities await you in the Big Apple. Join a professional chef in NYC other areas for cooking classes that will entice your palate and expand your cooking repertoire. Learn how to roll delicate sushi, how to pair fresh pasta with the perfect homemade sauce, how to decorate cakes on par with your favorite bakery and so much more. No matter your skill or comfort level in the kitchen, there is an experience for you. Book today!
CHEF’S PLACE
Big Easy Inspired Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare delicious Creole dishes from the heart of The Big Easy. Experience the finest dishes from New Orleans at a cooking class dedicated to big flavors and striking dishes. Guided by a pro chef you’ll explore popular New Orleans plates including popcorn shrimp with spiced Bloody Mary aioli and chicken and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic French Bistro Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a classic French bistro meal using simple, traditional techniques. Experience the charm of a classic French bistro in this immersive cooking class. Learn how to prepare traditional French onion soup, pan-roasted chicken with cognac sauce, and French beans with lemon vinaigrette. End your meal with a perfectly...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Valentine's Favorite
Traditional French Cuisine Recipes
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create coq au vin, French onion soup or even flaky tarts in this hands-on culinary lesson. This cooking class offers a deep dive into the timeless flavors of French cuisine. Chef Denis will teach you how to create a restaurant-quality three-course menu using traditional techniques.
Prepare a comforting French onion...
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Flavorful Sicilian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a vibrant Sicilian menu perfect for a fun date night. Cook a flavorful Sicilian menu together in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by preparing arancini with crisp, golden shells, then make pasta alla Norma with tomatoes, eggplant and basil. You’ll also toss an arugula and fennel salad with bright blood...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Vibrant Sicilian Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Prepare a rich Sicilian menu guided by simple techniques. Share a hands-on Italian experience in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make a four-part menu featuring arancini, pasta alla Norma, an arugula and fennel salad with blood orange dressing and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Italian Cuisine Made Simple
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Explore the essentials of Italian cuisine with classic dishes and techniques. This cooking class with Chef Denis offers an immersive experience into the world of Italian cuisine. Learn to create a three-course menu that captures the heart of Italy’s culinary traditions.
Begin with bruschetta featuring ripe...
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Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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Valentine's Favorite
Handmade Macaron Magic
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Go from beginner to baking winner at a macaron masterclass. Discover how easy it is to make your own macarons at this informative cooking class. Perfect for sharing with a special someone, you’ll go step-by-step through mixing a macaron batter, adding flavorings, baking and sandwiching with a creamy filling. Ask the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Valentine's Favorite
Elegant Valentine’s Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn precise macaron techniques through fun, hands-on guidance. Step into a sweet culinary adventure as you discover the magic of French macarons. With guidance from a five-star chef, learn how to pipe, fill, and assemble petite cookies with precision. Create batches of chocolate-dipped strawberry macarons and smoked...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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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Essential High-Heat Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build confidence using high-heat techniques through hands-on practice. Build your confidence with high-heat cooking in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Practice grilling radicchio for a smoky salad with beets and oranges, pan-searing strip steak with shallot and herb compound butter and braising leeks topped with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Creative High-Heat Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore a variety of heat-based methods in one class. Get comfortable working with high temperatures in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare a full menu featuring grilled radicchio salad, pan-seared strip steak, braised leeks with a poached egg...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
Pasta Dough Creations Made Easy
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Craft pasta dough, flavorful sauces and a decadent tiramisù dessert. Discover the joy of pasta-making in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Denis. This culinary session brings the essence of Italy into your kitchen, focusing on fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.
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Chef Denis
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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.