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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Romantic Italian Date Night
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Embrace the romantic flavors of Italian cuisine during this engaging date night alternative. For your next night out, join the talented Chef Paige and embark on a romantic journey through Italian cuisine by participating in this immersive cooking class. Equal parts informative and entertaining, this intimate class...
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American-Style Steak Dinner
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Create a classic three-course steakhouse meal in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan. You don't need steakhouse reservations to enjoy a gourmet steak dinner. Under Chef Ivan's guidance, learn how to make an incredible multi-course meal using smart cooking techniques and fresh ingredients.
Chef Ivan will...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Flavorful Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create vibrant Mediterranean dishes together in this date night class. Enjoy a flavorful night out in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Work side by side with your partner as you sauté shrimp seasoned with Mediterranean spices, prepare pine nut couscous with roasted garlic aioli and grill marinated zucchini with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cozy Winter Pasta Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master handmade pasta techniques with simple, step-by-step guidance. Learn the art of handmade pasta in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Start by mixing and rolling fresh spinach pasta dough, then craft fettuccine with roasted winter squash, arugula and pine nuts. You’ll also prepare spinach linguine with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Mastering Knife Skills
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Ivan will teach you professional knife skills essential to the culinary arts. Learn all the basic safety knife techniques to take your culinary skills to the next level during this extensive class. Chef Ivan will demonstrate knife techniques while you make three staples of Mediterranean cuisine.
Learn how to...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Make a Delicious Italian Dinner - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rich Italian flavors while learning simple, satisfying techniques. Create an authentic Italian meal from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With help from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you and your partner will prepare a five-course spread featuring crostini with burrata and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
Homestyle Sushi
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Add exquisite Japanese sushi to your home-cooking repertoire. If you like sushi, you're sure to love this cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll get hands-on with the art of sushi making, learning to balance flavors and work with precision, delivering to your home table a feast worthy of your...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Sushi Roll Techniques
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Chef Ivan will take you on a journey through the fresh, flavorful world of sushi. Making sushi is one of the highest arts found in Japanese cuisine. Learn how to choose fresh ingredients, prepare the components and roll the perfect roll with Chef Ivan.
Begin the hands-on class with a light and flavorful miso soup...
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New York
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Classic French Pastry Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore classic French baking through hands-on pâtisserie techniques. Learn the art of classic French baking in this immersive pastry-focused class. With guidance from a skilled pastry chef, you’ll craft three elegant desserts inspired by a traditional pâtisserie. Create Fleur de Sel caramels, delicate...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Handmade Sushi 101
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the art of making your own sushi by hand in this beginner-friendly setting. There's nothing quite like making sushi from scratch, and this cooking class is the perfect opportunity to learn! An expert chef instructor will guide you along your sushi journey, teaching you the techniques and tips you need to craft...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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French Steakhouse Dinner
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on cooking class. Create your own French bistro menu from the heart of NYC, guided by Chef Danny. Master culinary techniques like searing and brûléeing plus the secret to balancing salty, sweet and acidic flavors.
Begin by building a...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic Italian Home-Style Cooking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore rustic Italian comfort cooking with warm, home-style techniques. Bring classic Italian comfort food to life in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to prepare tender brasciole, creamy polenta, garlicky sautéed greens and fragrant rosemary focaccia. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you step...
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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
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Requires Proof of Vaccine
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