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!
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Gourmet Mother’s Day French Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master refined French macarons for Mother’s Day in this cooking class. Build confidence in the kitchen while making French macarons in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare two elevated flavors, peach and Champagne and chocolate...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Gourmet Ramen Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook restaurant-style ramen while building technical confidence. Cook a comforting bowl of ramen from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make homemade ramen noodles, shio ramen with pork belly, pickled mushrooms and a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Cook a Cozy Tuscan Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Turn date night into a shared kitchen experience inspired by Italy. Make it a fun night out with this interactive cooking class in NYC built for couples who love Italian flavors. Led by Chef Emily or a resident chef, you’ll prepare strip steak with Chianti pan sauce, crispy gnocchi, arugula salad with lemon-Parmesan...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Master Professional Cake Decorating
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master practical cake decorating skills in this hands-on class. Learn the fundamentals of cake decorating in this hands-on cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). You’ll work with vanilla genoise cake, vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream and raspberry curd to build, fill and frost a layered cake from start to finish....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Homestyle Bread Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to improve your bread baking skills. Learn the fundamentals of bread baking in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Chef Amalia or a resident chef will guide you as you prepare whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes, flaky buttermilk biscuits and homemade...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Magnificent Madeleine Cakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn and practice the art of making the perfect buttery batch of Madeleine cakes. There's nothing quite like a perfectly made Madeleine cake, and this cooking class is the best place to learn how to make it! An expert baker instructor will help you achieve the perfect madeleine bake, teaching you everything from how...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Traditional French Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook elegant French classics in this hands-on class. Cook a well-rounded French menu in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with white wine sauce, crispy roasted potatoes, steamed artichokes with lemon aioli and lemon sugar...
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Lake Grove
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Make a Festive Thai Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Slow down and enjoy date night through Thai cooking and conversation. Turn date night into a mini getaway with this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll make perfect pad Thai, minced chicken lettuce cups, Panang coconut curry with shrimp and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Colorful Spring Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the colors of spring by baking a vibrant batch of eye-catching macarons. This cooking class is the most delicious way to celebrate the arrival of spring! A gourmet baker will help you achieve macaron magic, teaching you the steps that go into baking and decorating your spring-themed sweets. At the end of...
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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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Lake Grove
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Cook a Delicious Parisian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy date night with a relaxed Parisian cooking experience. Bring a little Paris to date night with this hands-on cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll cook green peppercorn steak with mushroom-cognac pan sauce, frisée salad with Roquefort and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Britain’s Favorite Bakes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover a trio of British baked goods perfect for warming you up on cold nights. Get cozy with warm and comforting treats from the British Isles at this baking focussed cooking class. Led by the expert chef, you’ll follow steps to make a light and fluffy cake and combine with jam for a classic Victoria sponge,...
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New York
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN NYC REGION
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.