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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Comfort Classic Southern Fried Chicken
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Shine a spotlight on the South’s most beloved recipes including fried chicken and biscuits. Nothing tops the pleasure of biting into crispy fried chicken, unless it was made by you using the skills learnt at this immersive cooking class! Following the expert chef instructor, you’ll learn kitchen tips as...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Flavors of Italia
$89
Cooking Class
$89
No need to travel to Italy to discover the essence of its most quintessential cuisine. This cooking class will teach you to get creative with key herbs and other ingredients in order to wow your Italian-loving foodie friends. Learn to prepare pork chops with sage and parsley pesto, use duck fat and rosemary to roast...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Comforting Italian Spread
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a delicious meal focussing on rustic Italian flavors that friends will love. Explore beloved Italian dishes and learn to make them from scratch during this practical cooking class. A skilled chef instructor will guide you through key techniques as you craft dishes including chicken piccata, creamy polenta with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Crispy Southern Chicken Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the finer points of everyone's favorite Southern specialty with a fried chicken feast. If you love the flavors of the South and want to learn to match the menu of your favorite restaurant at home, this cooking class is for you! You'll learn to make classic buttermilk fried chicken, pairing it with braised green...
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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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Comforting Cuban Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If comfort is key when it comes to mealtimes, this Cuban-inspired class is for you. Draw from Cuba's Caribbean culinary repertoire with this exciting comfort food cooking class. You'll grill pork with lime-marinated onions, prepare tostones with a vibrant mango-avocado salsa and enjoy a hearty plate of Cuban-style...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Perfect Pad Thai - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the best loved dishes from Thai cuisine at this couple’s cooking session. Recreate your favorite Thai dishes at home with this romantic cooking class that’s perfect for couples. Learning from a chef expert, you’ll start by making pad Thai from scratch. Then, you’ll pick up key skills as...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Delicious Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the process of making a perfect batch of donuts from scratch during this class. This cooking class is the ultimate celebration of everyone's favorite circular treat: the donut! An expert chef will lead you on your donut journey, helping you with everything from the frying process to adding the filling and the...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Hawaiian Essentials Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Grab a taste of a tropical vacation at this Hawaiian-inspired masterclass. Let an expert chef guide your tastebuds through a feast of Hawaiian favorites at this vacation vibes cooking class. Start with grilled pineapple salad, before moving onto kalua pork sliders with spicy slaw on the side. You’ll also craft...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Thai Favorite Creations - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall in love with Thai cuisine as you prepare Pad Thai, Panang curry and sorbet. Cook together on this Thai journey filled with fun in this cooking class. Use the spices, ingredients and techniques like a true native with a top-rated chef. Create traditional dishes like Pad Thai, Panang coconut curry with shrimp,...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Making Delightful Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the timeless art of handmade dim sum. Dim sum is the ultimate shareable food, and this cooking class is the ideal place to learn how to make it. Throughout this immersive experience, a gourmet chef instructor will guide you toward dim sum bliss, teaching you the techniques and recipes needed to craft a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Taste the Spirit of Hawaii
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your own Hawaiian feast with kalua pork sliders, spam musubi and strawberry-banana ice cream. Bring the island vibes to your kitchen with tropical dishes in this cooking class. Learn traditional recipes and kitchen skills from an esteemed chef as you make grilled pineapple salad, kalua pork sliders with spicy...
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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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