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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Mediterranean With A Modern Twist
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Shake off your dining doldrums with a dash of intriguing international flavor. Sample the best contemporary Mediterranean dishes in a hands-on cooking class featuring a delicious dinner filled with coastal favorites. Chef Paul is ready to show you how to modernize traditional recipes that today's gourmet is sure to...
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Chef Paul
New York
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Stunning Cupcake Bouquets
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring the beauty of flowers to life with an edible cupcake bouquet. Learn to create breathtaking cupcake bouquets in this hands-on cooking class. Led by an expert pastry chef, you’ll bake moist chocolate cupcakes and decorate them with buttercream flowers that are almost too beautiful to eat. Learn how to...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Kids Cooking Series
Cozy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
The whole family will love this engaging Italian cooking class, perfect for kids and adults! This hands-on cooking class is perfect for families who love Italian cuisine! Join a gourmet chef instructor, as you and your kids learn timeless Italian recipes and techniques that you'll use to craft a delicious meal from...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Kids Cooking Series
La Famiglia Cucina - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Try your hand in Italian cuisine together. Join a fun-filled exploration of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. As you chop, stir and sautГ© together, the chef will share fascinating insights into Italian dining customs. Gain knowledge of authentic techniques and cherished recipes as you create delicious...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Mastering Knives
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn the fundamental knife skills from the professionals in the industry. Learn to chop like a professional in this hands-on cooking class. Discover tried and true knife handling techniques under the instruction of a top-notch chef in an engaging environment. Gain hands-on skills such as julienning vegetables,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Bistro Style: Classic French Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor the flavors and aromas of your favorite Parisian bistro in this cooking class. In this immersive cooking class, you will capture the essence of French bistro cuisine. Led by an esteemed chef, you will master classic French techniques to recreate your favorite bistro comfort foods. Savor the aroma as you prepare...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Boost Your Bread Making Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn versatile recipes for making European breads from scratch. Discover the processes and techniques involved in making fresh breads at this insightful cooking class. Using traditional techniques, you’ll make three distinct doughs and enhance with added flavorings. Focaccia gets a hint of rosemary and garlic...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Breaking Bread Around the World
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience a diverse, cultural exploration as you prepare bread recipes from around the world. Explore traditional bread recipes from around the world in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a master baker, you'll learn expert techniques to create diverse loaves that are rich in flavor and history. Prepare Irish soda...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Appetizing Antipasti Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your next celebration extra special with a selection of antipasti dishes. Discover the secrets to making fresh antipasti that’s perfect as a first course or sharing lunch at this Italiano cooking class. You’ll grow your kitchen skills and explore diverse ingredients as you make bruschetta with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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A Tempting Taste of France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make the quintessential French meal using fresh ingredients and perfectly simple recipes. Celebrate the warmth of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Follow along as a five-star chef helps you bring an innovative French menu to life, sharing tips and tricks to achieve perfectly prepared meat, fish,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic French Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook French Cuisine Like a Pro. Learn to work the flavors of France in this hands-on cooking class! An instructor will share classic French cooking techniques for making succulent meat, sauce, roasting fresh potatoes and more. You'll get to savor up some dessert and by the end of the class, you'll be feeling like a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Gyoza, Tempura, and More
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor the flavors of Japanese cuisine by preparing a few popular dishes. In this immersive cooking class, you'll explore a modern take on umami-rich Japanese cuisine. Guided by an esteemed chef, you'll expertly craft delicate shrimp and pork gyoza and crispy spring vegetable tempura, each paired with aromatic dipping...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
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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