Cooking Classes in New Jersey
Best Cooking Classes in New Jersey for your next culinary journey
Known as the Garden State, cooking classes in New Jersey offer an unrivaled opportunity to learn how to harness the bounty of nature. Whether you’re in Camden NJ, Hoboken, Jersey City or Princeton NJ, there are plenty of cooking experiences in New Jersey all within easy reach. Want to learn to cook homestyle Italian dishes? How about mastering authentic Chinese recipes? It could be that you simply want to wow your friends at your next pizza night. Whatever it is you wish to learn, an impressive line-up of esteemed local chefs are ready to guide you with fun, hands-on classes, teaching you the skills you need to up your culinary game. Sounds good? Then book your cooking class in New Jersey today!
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Classic Italian Pasta Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover traditional pasta-making techniques through hands-on Italian cooking. Discover the joy of homemade pasta in this immersive, hands-on cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through traditional Italian techniques to craft two distinct dishes: delicate egg ravioli with truffle butter sauce and fresh...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
French Pastry Skills Builder
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Perfect your pastry skills and make a range of sweet treats. Explore the French tradition of parfait patisserie at an immersive cooking class devoted to fine pastry. You’ll be taught by a chef tutor to make a buttery puff pastry that’s transformed into crisp palmiers with a citrus sugar twist....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Hearty British Cooking - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Banish boring date nights and make a restaurant-quality meal together. Get date night all wrapped up with a cooking class showcasing beef Wellington and more. You’ll learn recipes you can use again at home, cook up fun memories and make delicious food as you prepare beef Wellington, mashed potatoes and green...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Festive Heart Cookie Workshop - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Decorate cookies with fun shapes, colors and personalized touches. Enjoy a family-friendly baking session in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make sugar cookie hearts, chocolate cookie hearts and royal icing for decorating. Everyone will get...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Festive French Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience gourmet French cooking in an engaging, hands-on setting. Savor the artistry of French cuisine in this expertly guided cooking class. Start by whipping up a refreshing salade verte paired with a homemade vinaigrette. Next, prepare steak au poivre finished with a bold brandy-mustard sauce and serve it with...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Make Croissants Like a Pro
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover authentic croissants with expert tips on making dough, shaping and filling. There’s nothing better than fresh croissants straight from the oven, as you’ll find out in this fun cooking class. Led by a chef tutor, you’ll discover the secrets to making expertly laminated dough and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Italian American Comfort Food for Winter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get cozy by mastering a selection of Italian American comfort food classics. From chicken Milanese to fresh gnocchi, this cooking class will give you all of the skills to make popular Italian American dishes that your friends and family will love. Overseen by a chef tutor, you’ll prep meat, roll gnocchi, dress...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cook a Vibrant Southern Italian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a surf-and-turf Italian dinner with approachable guidance. Share an Italian coastal experience in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare steak tagliata, shrimp with fried capers, handmade garganelli in spicy tomato sauce and...
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Lake Grove
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Starry Tuscan Night - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary trip to Tuscany in this inspired and fun date night cooking class. Pour your favorite vino and enjoy a cooking class that makes you feel like snuggling with your partner on a starry Tuscan night. You'll work with an accomplished chef to prepare fresh pasta dough, create rich fillings and mix succulent...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elegant Tuscan Pasta Dinner - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a sumptuous Italian menu designed for two. Celebrate date night Italian-style in this flavorful cooking class led by an expert chef. Learn time-honored techniques from Italy’s diverse regions while you and your partner create a warm, comforting meal designed to enjoy...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Cozy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
The whole family will love this engaging Italian cooking class, perfect for kids and adults! This hands-on cooking class is perfect for families who love Italian cuisine! Join a gourmet chef instructor, as you and your kids learn timeless Italian recipes and techniques that you'll use to craft a delicious meal from...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Romantic Sushi Bar Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the fundamentals of making sushi like a pro. Step into the world of Japanese cuisine in this beginner-friendly sushi class. Learn core skills from a seasoned sushi chef, from preparing rice to shaping beautiful rolls. Whip up a citrusy yuzu dipping sauce before making shrimp tempura, spicy tuna and avocado...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in New Jersey
How much do cooking classes in New Jersey cost?
The cost for your cooking class will be determined by the session you choose, the chef conducting the course and the size of your group. Consulting the listings on this page we'll show you the beginning price and any fees that apply. A tiering structure based on head count and other course details is used to calculate final cost. You can expect to pay between $59 and $100 and up per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
Everyone intrigued by the possibilities of creating fantastic food is welcome into these cooking classes, regardless of their existing culinary abilities. The laid back atmosphere and encouraging instruction are perfect for beginning chefs who need a little encouragement, while the premium techniques and prime menus are perfect for helping intermediate and advanced chefs expand their repertoire. Birthday celebrations, friends' nights and evenings out become more delicious with cooking experiences that add sweetness to the moment. There are even kid and teen courses to get younger chefs into the mix. And with family fun and team building cooking sessions on the docket, the whole group can get in on the excitement of going gourmet.
What should I expect during a typical class?
Choosing from the best cooking classes in New Jersey means you can expect a top notch culinary lesson from one of the most talented chefs in the city. You'll have step-by-step instruction that lets you learn as you go, with all ingredients and tools provided for you. There's never any pressure, just encouragement to learn and enjoy the course. Share kitchen time with like-minded gourmets from around the city as yourtalent for taste and texture comes into focus. Depending on the session you choose, you may enjoy your creations in class or take home what you've made to share with friends and family.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master essential techniques like the proper use of your kitchen knives and choosing the proper pan for the task hand, as well as specialty methods like creating restaurant-level sushi and decorating cakes in the finest contemporary styles. Within each session lies a range of lessons that help make your work easier, everything from getting the most out of your tools to creating handmade garnishes. Whether you're learning how to make your own pasta from scratch in an Italian cooking class or preparing a blend of regional herbs that adds authentic Asian flare to your dishes, all cooking courses help you master methods you can use in your everyday cooking practices.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
There's an abundance of benefits to taking a cooking class New Jersey, ranging from adding to your gourmet abilities to creating magical moments with friends and family in the kitchen. You have the opportunity to work across from some of the most talented culinary creatives in town while gaining a greater sense of your own skills. You'll collect incredible recipes that are bound to become perennial favorites in your dining lineup while sharing space with passionate fellow cooks who just might become new friends. With sessions near you happening in Fishtown, Princeton Junction and beyond, you have easy access to the best of modern cooking from anywhere in town.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
You can choose from a deep list of cooking classes in New Jersey that celebrate the best of New American cuisine and East Coast seafood. For more specialized culinary creativity, you'll find courses covering French pastries, contemporary cake decorating, classic sushi, authentic handmade pasta and more. And if a premium dining experience is more your appetite, opting for prime Italian, French or Spanish cooking lessons gives you options that are just as spectacular as the menu at Toscano, Restaurant Serenade or Fornos.
Where do the classes take place?
Though top cooking classes are available all around New Jersey, the actual instruction takes place either in your place, your instructor's place or a third-party venue that's ready for cooking. You may also find classes in which the instructor is available to travel to a pre-chosen locale or workspace to conduct the session. For these courses, all materials and ingredients will be provided by the chef instructor. You can take a look at the class listing for a map image that lets you know where the class occurs.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in New Jersey
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.