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!
CHEF’S PLACE
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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Craft Cozy New Orleans Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore festive Southern desserts through guided instruction. Experience the joy of New Orleans baking in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare traditional mini king cakes, rich pecan pralines and light, golden beignets....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Spanish Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of bold Spanish cooking in this hands-on class. Explore classic Spanish flavors in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by shaping and frying crispy Manchego croquettas, then make a traditional potato and spinach tortilla Española. You’ll also learn how to roast pork loin and blend a...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Thai Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the vibrant flavors of Thai and Southeast Asian cooking. Unlock the bold, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to prepare favorites like chicken pad Thai with roasted peanuts and bean sprouts under the guidance of an expert chef. Finish your menu with a fragrant lemongrass...
Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
French Dinner Deluxe - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend an enjoyable evening creating a luxurious French dinner for two. Take your partner by the hand and make a sophisticated French dinner thanks to this romantic cooking class. Sear scallops and accompany with a luxurious Champagne beurre blanc sauce plus traditional sides of pommes Anna and haricots verte with a...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Creative Dumpling Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare dumplings with clear, practical instruction at each step. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Creative Croissant Masterclass
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build the perfect breakfast repertoire with flaky buttery pastries. Learn to make patisserie quality croissants and pastries at this technique focussed cooking class. You’ll pick up new skills from a professional chef including making and kneading dough and laminating it with butter. Then, you’ll use...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Seasonal Wine Country Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence crafting elevated, vineyard-style meals. Indulge in wine country flavors as you learn from a five-star chef in a lively, hands-on class. Prepare a colorful salad of baby spinach, roasted beets and goat cheese before creating a filet with a rich red wine–shallot reduction. Conclude your...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Classic Breakfast - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Create a fun breakfast menu perfect for the whole family. Make breakfast the highlight of the day in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Work together to create fun, family-friendly dishes like cloud egg nests, brown sugar peppercorn bacon and a fluffy Dutch baby topped with strawberries and lemon syrup. You’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Surf and Turf - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Steakhouse Cuisine Shower your date with steaks and seafood in this date night cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as searing a steak or poaching delicate seafood. Cook through a decadent...
Verified Chef
Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Festive Chocolate Dessert Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create multiple chocolate treats using reliable, simple methods. Make a trio of chocolate desserts in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll create a chocolate tart, chocolate-dipped truffles and triple chocolate brownies. Along the way, you’ll...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Inspirational Italian For Your Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover classic dishes from Italy at an engaging kitchen session. Add some Italian inspiration to your weekly menu at a flavor-packed cooking class. You’ll practice kitchen skills to create dishes such as seared strip steak with a sauce made from pan juices enriched with Chianti and hand-rolled potato gnocchi...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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:
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.