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
Holiday
Gourmet Baking for the Holidays
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get into the festive spirit with this sweet workshop featuring an array of gourmet treats. If the impulse to bake magical holiday creations is upon you, then this hands-on cooking class is the perfect forum for learning. You'll have step-by-step instruction from an esteemed chef as you prepare bakes that are as lovely...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Best of Holiday Bread
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake fresh bread with a festive holiday twist. Nothing beats freshly baked bread, but the process can seem intimidating. This chef-led immersive cooking class will inspire confidence as you get a private lesson on the basics of bread, with a seasonal twist. Soon your home kitchen will be filled with the tempting aroma...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Artisan Holiday Bread Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake two festive holiday breads and savor them fresh and warm from the oven. Add some sweetness to your holiday season with a hands-on cookie decorating class for all ages. Learn to prepare royal icing, practice the flooding technique and design beautiful gingerbread and sugar cookies that are as fun to make as they...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Gourmet '90s-Inspired Small Bites
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Recreate some of your favorite '90s TV dinners with gourmet flair. In this interactive cooking class, you'll learn how to make several small dishes inspired by popular '90s TV dinners. But while these dishes are inspired by TV dinners, they're far from the reheated meal you're used to.
Begin with herby green pea...
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Verified Chef
Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Jamaican Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create an authentic Caribbean meal that features a taste of island happiness in every dish. The sunshine flavors of Jamaican cuisine are on the menu in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jasmine. Learn a bit about the region as you prepare a culinary festival of tropical tastes and textures.
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Verified Chef
Chef Jasmine
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Baking Basics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn baking basics from culinary experts in this hands-on baking class. In this interactive baking class, you'll master the essentials of creating world-renowned pastry favorites, from Pavlovas to profiteroles. By the end of the class, you’ll have an array of beautiful treats to take home in a quaint display...
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Verified Chef
Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Delectable Bites to Start Your Party
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Make your next party something spectacular with these elegant and fresh appetizers. This cooking class will teach you how to create elegant and flavorful vegetarian hors d'oeuvres that are sure to impress! Craft a variety of delicious bites perfect for your next gathering, satisfying all taste buds with fresh,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Italian Dinner With Tiramisu Finale
$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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
New Year
Classic Homestyle Italian Dishes
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Take traditional Italian ingredients to another level from appetizer to dessert. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Misun, you'll learn how to make a handful of Italian classics featuring pasta dough made completely from scratch and a timeless dessert. With the guidance of a five-star chef, mastering new recipes...
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Verified Chef
Chef Misun
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
A Taste of Classic Japan
$115
Cooking Class
$115
The fresh flavors and intriguing textures of Asian-Pacific cuisine are on the menu. This hands-on cooking class is your invitation to add a bounty of authentic Japanese dishes to your home dining repertoire. Work with Chef Kenneth as you learn traditional techniques for creating regional recipes brimming with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Vegan Fare for Everyone
$145
Cooking Class
$145
Create hearty vegan meals like mushroom stroganoff and finish with plant-based chocolate mousse. This cooking class offers an exciting dive into the world of plant-based cooking. Chef Denis will show you how to create a vibrant three-course vegan meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Start with vegan...
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Verified Chef
Chef Denis
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
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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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in NYC
12/14/2025
This cooking class was an amazing experience! The instruction was very professional and clear, and we learned so many new tips and techniques. The order of preparation was perfectly planned, so everything flowed smoothly. The chef was not only highly skilled but also fun, warm, and engaging, which made the whole experience even better! Highly recommend this class- prefect as a gift, date night, or a special experience!
12/10/2025
We cooked steam fish and lots of other delicious food! My favorite part was chef Kenny taught us a lot tips and tricks on how to the knife better and more efficiently. He definitely improved our knife skills. It was a anniversary present and we had a great time!
12/04/2025
Chef Kenny was fantastic. Every dish was simple yet delicious. I particularly loved the pot stickers and the dessert: coconut cream with tapioca and diced melon. I learned a ton of little cooking tips and tricks that I'll begin to incorporate into my own cooking. I never knew there were right- and left-handed knives, but now I do! He also had a great sense of humor. It was a pleasure cooking with him and I would love to work with him again.
07/21/2025
We had such a wonderful experience! The resident chef split the time wonderfully between explaining the flavor pairings, noting preparation timing tips and showing / teaching us proper techniques in the kitchen. The meal was delicious and the kitchen / dining area were beautiful. Would highly recommend!
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.