Beginner Cooking Classes in NYC
Take beginner cooking classes in NYC for a test drive to get rolling with the gourmet goodness. Easy-going courses led by local chefs introduce novice cooks in Harlem, Manhattan and Queens to the delicious traditions of home cooking in the Big Apple. You'll create menus that capture the adventurous spirit of the city's best metropolitan cuisine or celebrate the simplicity of family style dining. Practice fundamental techniques and learn skills you can build on while crafting menus brimming with fabulous flavor. These cooking sessions in NYC provide a perfect introduction to the joy of cooking for anyone who's ready to make the leap. Sign up for beginner cooking classes in NYC soon to make your life more delicious.
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Spanish Cooking Essentials: Paella
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore iconic Spanish dishes in this session celebrating paella and more. Recreate a beloved Spanish favorite at home using the skills you learn at this insightful cooking class. Learning from an expert chef, you’ll pick up traditional techniques used to fry ingredients and cook rice for the perfect paella...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Authentic Italian Trattoria - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare a romantic Italian dinner, including fresh pasta, steak tagliata and panna cotta. Nothing is more romantic than preparing an Italian menu together in a cooking class. Learn the story behind each dish, improve your kitchen skills and create a traditional menu with a top-rated chef. Make steak tagliata...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Kids Cooking Series
Junior Bakers - Kids' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Little bakers will mix, knead and create delicious treats while learning essential kitchen skills. Let your little one shine in this 5-day summer series cooking class! Designed for kids ages 7–11, this experience will teach food safety, essential cooking skills and fun kitchen tricks. A top-rated chef will guide...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Celebrate Spanish Paella and Comfort Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to prepare paella, patatas bravas and more and end with a sweet treat. Experience the joy of making traditional Spanish food in this cooking class. Discover how to use herbs, spices and prepare a Spanish menu with an expert chef. Prepare chicken and chorizo paella, a fresh kale salad with Marcona almonds and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Teens Cooking Series
Bold & Ambitious Recipes - Teens' 5-Day Culinary Camp
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Teens will learn, create and elevate their skills with ambitious recipes and techniques. This hands-on cooking class is where teens will learn kitchen techniques in a fun and relaxed setting. Guided by an esteemed chef, they will proof enriched dough, knead pasta dough and prepare dishes while learning about food...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Provençal Flavors and Techniques
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create authentic Southern French dishes like bouillabaisse, salad and cherry clafouti. Go on a journey through French cuisine in this cooking class. Learn new kitchen skills, such as knife techniques and food preparation, while making traditional dishes like shaved radish and arugula salad with tapenade...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Moroccan Spread - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master Moroccan ingredients such as couscous and preserved lemons at this date night session. Take a culinary journey through Morocco with this hands-on cooking class that’s perfect for couples. Guided by the expert chef, you’ll have a lot of fun as you learn to prepare fluffy couscous and roast chicken...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Traditional Moroccan Dishes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a Moroccan-inspired evening, learning to prepare dishes like roasted chicken and almond pastry. Unwind together while learning to make Moroccan dishes in this fun cooking class. Learn new cooking skills and techniques from a top-rated chef who will guide you in preparing orange salad with mint and olives,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Father's Day Steakhouse
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate this special with a perfectly executed steak dinner for dad. Treat your papa to the decadent meaty dinner he deserves this Father's Day by partaking in this engaging cooking class. A five-star chef instructor will help participants create the quintessential steak dinner, complete with flavorful side dishes...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Steakhouse For Dad
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Give the gift of a steak dinner this Father's Day through this hands-on cooking class. Treat your dad to the meal he deserves this Father's Day by booking a spot in this steak-themed cooking class! No matter your experience level in the kitchen, a gourmet chef instructor will teach you the skills you need to craft a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Kids Cooking Series
Dad's Favorite Wings - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Celebrate this special day by making a batch of delicious wings alongside the entire family. This Father's Day, give dad what he really wants by cooking some juicy chicken wings in this family-friendly cooking class. A skilled chef instructor will help you and your family make an assortment of succulent chicken wings,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
Dad's Wing Party - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
This wing-focused cooking class is the perfect activity for Father's Day. Grab the whole family and head to this cooking class, where you'll celebrate dad by making homemade chicken wings! A five-star chef instructor will help you and the kids craft a championship-worthy spread of tasty wings and homemade dips,...
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White Plains
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Beginner classes in NYC cost?
Beginner cooking classes in NYC vary in cost depending on the chef, the size of your group and the menu you choose. Prices for beginner culinary classes are on a tiered structure based on these and other details specific to the class. Typically, the price per person for cooking classes ranges from $59 to over $100. Refer to the top of this page for starting prices for culinary classes. You can contact our helpful concierge team at any time to learn more and plan your cooking experience.
Who are these Beginner classes suitable for?
Designed with easy-to-follow instructions and a lively atmosphere, cooking courses for beginners are suitable for anyone interested in expanding their kitchen skills or moving from beginner to experienced home chef. Cooking lessons for beginners allow families, kids and teens to work together to complete a tasty and nutritious menu while picking up valuable skills. Plan a unique evening out with family, friends and colleagues. Cooking courses are perfect for a girls’ night out, a date night or a team building experience.
What should I expect during a typical class?
First and foremost, you should expect to have a fun and engaging experience in any culinary class you choose. Beginner cooking classes in NYC are led by esteemed chefs who show up with all of the freshest ingredients, modern equipment and kitchen tools needed to create a meal reminiscent of your favorite NYC steakhouse, Little Italy eatery or Chinatown restaurant. Chefs create a lively ambiance while you watch demonstrations, follow step-by-step guidance and ask any questions you may have. After preparing a sweet, savory or spice-infused menu, you’ll have the opportunity to sample and share your creations with the group.
What Beginner techniques and skills will I master?
Have you ever dreamed of preparing a meal worthy of your favorite NYC restaurant? Depending on the cooking lessons you book, you’ll learn various culinary techniques, including knife skills, seasoning blends, grilling, wok-frying and more. You could also learn how to prepare Mediterranean seafood, Spanish tapas and Caribbean-inspired specialties. Whether it’s New York-style pizza, cheesecake and bagels or Italian bread, French pastries and Indian curry blends, you’ll pick up essential skills to recreate your favorite flavors at home. Learn how to prepare dry-aged prime steak or knead homemade dough into fresh pasta inspired by restaurants like Benjamin Steakhouse, Forsythia and I Sodi.
What are the benefits of taking a Beginner class?
The benefits of top cooking classes near you include the opportunity to learn new skills, boost current talents, gain kitchen confidence and bond with family and friends while making memories. You’ll meet new people and discover shared interests as you pursue your culinary dreams. This is a chance to join gourmet chefs who are dedicated to their craft and excited to share their skills and knowledge with others. Discover new recipes to prepare at home for friends and family. Cooking sessions are also a unique way to learn about global cuisine and cultural traditions, whether your course is held in Brooklyn, Midtown, Tribeca, Chelsea or the Upper West Side.
What types of Beginner classes/menus can I choose from?
You can choose from a wide variety of cuisines, cultures and specialized techniques in your road to culinary confidence. Explore the art of sushi making or the fun of pasta making. Learn how to simmer, sauté and flambé French favorites inspired by Balthazar, create delicately layered tiramisu in the fashion of Don Angie’s or serve up a Katz’s Deli-worthy pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup. Likewise, you could choose to explore Mediterranean seafood, French pastries, Greek spanakopita, German strudel or African piri-piri chicken.
Where do the classes take place?
Local cooking lessons for beginners are held anywhere a meal can be prepared, whether it’s your place, the chef’s place or a third party even space like a hotel, banquet hall or local restaurant. Chefs who travel to your site arrive prepared and ready to go with all of the ingredients, tools and items needed to bake, grill, simmer or decorate. Refer to the destination map and venue image on each class page to help with discovering the location, whether your class is held at a cucina in Little Italy, a café in Chelsea or restaurants in Brooklyn, the East Side or Manhattan.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in NYC
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
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