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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CHEF’S PLACE
Valentine's Favorite
Healthy Cooking Made Easy
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn the skills needed to make healthy cooking easier and more delicious than ever before. In this hands-on class with Chef Inga, you will learn how to prepare a healthy three-course dinner menu using fresh, everyday ingredients and simple cooking techniques that yield complex flavor profiles.
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Chef Inga
Lawrenceville
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Vegan Spanish Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Plant based Spanish snacks Explore gourmet plant-based Spanish tapas in this exciting new cooking class. Learn innovative ways to create tasty vegan dishes in this chef-led class. Cook your way through a multi-course menu starting with a pomegranate guacamole served with raw veggie strips for dipping. Then make a...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Valentine's Favorite
Sushi Rolling Fun
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Sushi-making becomes an adventure as you slice, dice and roll fresh ingredients into art! This fun cooking class will leave you with the skills of a Japanese chef! You'll discover the secrets of crafting perfect sushi rolls and combining ingredients that impress any guest.
Begin with a warm bowl of miso soup to...
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Chef Jerzy
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Valentine's Favorite
SMALL CLASS
Classic Handmade Gnocchi
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create an authentic three-course meal with the rustic flavor and charm of classic Italian dining! Let Chef Landi guide you on a voyage of traditional Italian cuisine in this interactive hands-on cooking class. You'll learn how to prepare a menu that blends the flavors of the Old World with contemporary gourmet...
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Chef Landi
Philadelphia (Queen Village)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Valentine's Favorite
Elevated Bento Box
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Create an authentic Japanese meal with a lesson in the art of bento boxes. Discover the magic that goes into building a bento box in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan. With an array of recipes and ingredients to play with, you're sure to become a bento box extraordinaire in no time.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Great for Groups of 10-40
French Steakhouse Team Building
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on experience. Quintessential French flavors will be on full display in this engaging team building cooking class. Gather your crew and let Chef Paige will guide you through a menu of authentic French dishes while teaching useful culinary...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Valentine's Favorite
Mediterranean Menu Showcase
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master the art of light, vibrant meals inspired by coastal flavors. In this cooking class, you'll explore the bright and fresh flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Learn from top-rated chefs how to balance spices, grill to perfection and prepare phyllo dough that's light, golden and crisp.
Begin by crafting crispy...
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Chef Jerzy
Serving the New Jersey area
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Sharing Dim Sum - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover why dim sum translates as ‘touch the heart’ at a date night session. During this fascinating cooking class, you and your partner will develop new skills as you make your own dim sum. You’ll learn to make a dough, prepare fillings and steam to perfection. You’ll also explore key dim...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Valentine's Favorite
Fresh Italian Gnocchi From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Taste the flavors of Italy and learn how to make fresh gnocchi from scratch. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Jamie will teach you how to handcraft a classic Italian menu, including turning a few staple ingredients into homemade gnocchi pasta and cooking up a savory tomato sauce.
To begin, top crostini with...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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Vibrant Mediterranean Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a zesty Mediterranean menu with your favorite person. Share great food and great company in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Learn to make a Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring sautéed shrimp, pine nut couscous, grilled zucchini and glazed lemon almond cake. Chef Jackson or a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of delicate French pastries with guided precision. Master delicate French pastries in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to make toasted almond macarons filled with honey cinnamon buttercream and strawberry macarons with matcha buttercream. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Chef Ivan 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:
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.