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
Christmas
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
The Art of Homemade Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate Italian tradition with gourmet handmade pasta. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a holiday-inspired pasta cooking class. Begin by learning how to craft classic pasta dough, then transform it into hearty pappardelle with Tuscan sausage and caramelized onion...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
A Stunning and Festive Yule Log
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Practice the same techniques as the professionals on your quest to a beautiful holiday cake. Discover the secrets to making a flawless bûche de noël, an iconic holiday dessert famous in French cooking. Make a light, airy batter for a large sponge sheet cake, before forming a roulade with homemade buttercream....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Fresh Egg-Free Pasta and Italian Favorites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the secrets to creating the most scrumptious egg-free pasta with gourmet guidance. World-class Chef Afi will guide you through this hands-on cooking class for a fun experience and teach you techniques you can take home to your family. Using a pasta maker, you'll delight in the skills and secrets you uncover...
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Chef Afi
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
HIGH DEMAND
Vegan Mediterranean Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Delight in flavors of the Mediterranean with this completely vegan menu. Roll up your sleeves and practice culinary techniques as you work through a menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Landi.
Begin by chopping ripe tomatoes and herbs for a simple but mouthwatering...
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Chef Landi
Philadelphia (Queen Village)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Authentic Tuscan Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform Old World traditions into your next favorite homemade culinary creations. Indulge in the bold flavors and rustic textures of Italy in this Tuscan-inspired cooking class. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you’ll craft classic dishes like tomato-topped crostini, Chianti-infused strip steak,...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Italian Feast With Pizza
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Create Italian favorites as you try your hand at making classic pizza. Let Chef Afi transport you from your home kitchen to Italy in this interactive cooking class. Making your own handcrafted pizza has never been so enticing and you'll discover modernizations of some traditional Italian recipes.
Begin by building...
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Chef Afi
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Mediterranean Flavors for Every Occasion
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Prepare falafel, chicken souvlaki and honey-soaked baklava in this Mediterranean feast. Explore the bold and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Adrian. Learn essential techniques for balancing spices, grilling meats and crafting traditional desserts.
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Chef Adrian
Serving the New Jersey area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Italian Classics Made Vegan
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover Italian classics re-imagined in this vegan-friendly cooking experience. Enjoy as Italian favorites transform into a vegan-friendly feast courtesy of Chef Paul. Learn how to make iconic Italian dishes that have been reworked into vegan masterpieces while still maintaining the flavor and texture you know and...
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Chef Paul
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Cook Handmade Holiday Ravioli
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the season with a festive ravioli-making workshop. Celebrate the holidays with a hands-on pasta-making class in NYC. Learn the art of crafting fresh pasta dough before filling it with seasonal flavors like butternut squash ravioli topped with brown butter sage sauce and herbed ricotta ravioli paired with a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mastering Pizza Dough
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Join Chef Jerzy to master homemade pizza and learn hands-on techniques. Discover the mastery of Italian flavors with dough and toppings in this pizza-focused cooking class led by Chef Jerzy. This hands-on experience gives you the chance to create both savory and sweet pizzas from scratch.
You’ll learn how to...
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Chef Jerzy
Serving the New Jersey area
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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.