Cooking Classes in NYC
Best Cooking Classes in New York City for your next culinary journey
Immerse yourself in the Big Apple’s dynamic food culture with a variety of cooking classes in NYC. Whether it's rolling bagels, crafting fresh pasta or learning classic New York-style pizza, there's something for every taste and skill level. Led by skilled chefs across Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens, these hands-on lessons make it easy to explore new techniques and cuisines. For an unforgettable night out, try a couples' class or give the gift of a culinary experience that creates lasting memories. With diverse cooking courses in New York City, from beginner lessons to expert challenges, it's the perfect way to spark a love for cooking. Join today and unlock your culinary potential with one of the many cooking lessons in New York City that will bring out your inner chef.
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A burst of flavor and color
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to bake exquisite springtime desserts with elegance. Take part in the delicate sweetness of spring with this cooking class. You'll explore the art of creating exquisite macarons infused with the vibrant flavors and colors of the season. Seasoned baker or novice, this class offers a welcoming and supportive...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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Savor Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a memorable date night as you prepare an elegant, gourmet meal together. Set the mood for an unforgettable evening with this romantic, hands-on cooking class. Guided by an esteemed chef, you’ll prepare a sophisticated four-course menu perfect for two. Prepare perfectly seared scallops in a rich tarragon...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Colorful Spring Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the colors of spring by baking a vibrant batch of eye-catching macarons. This cooking class is the most delicious way to celebrate the arrival of spring! A gourmet baker will help you achieve macaron magic, teaching you the steps that go into baking and decorating your spring-themed sweets. At the end of...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Heavenly Parisian Pastries
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Welcome to the world of Parisian sweetness. Join a top-rated chef for a lively cooking class focusing on Parisian pastries. Learn to transform flavors through expert techniques into decadent treats. Whether you're a seasoned Baker or a beginner, the chef will share simple yet impressive recipes, ensuring you leave...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Secret Chef - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make date night unforgettable with a hands-on restaurant session. Turn date night into a magical, interactive experience with this cooking class for couples. You’ll get expert tips from the chef tutor as you sear scallops and make a white wine sauce. You’ll also prep sides of shaved fennel salad and a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Flame and flavor - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Become masters of the grill on your date night. Join this interactive cooking class where couples will learn the art of grilling and mastering the perfect steak. From selecting the finest cuts of meat to seasoning and grilling techniques, the expert chef will guide you through each step. It could be the best...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic Steakhouse Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in steakhouse favorites alongside your special someone during this hands-on date night cooking class. instead of going out to a crowded steakhouse, take your date night up a notch with this steakhouse-inspired date night cooking class! With a five-star chef leading the way, you'll learn how to make a...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Slurp-Worthy Noodles
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Look into the authentic recipes and techniques that create restaurant-worthy noodles. If you think you make a mean noodle meal, you are going to craft terrific noodles with this interactive cooking class. An expert will give you techniques for making homemade noodles quick and flavorful. You’ll enjoy working...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Authentic and Delicious Homemade Ramen
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make a bowl of authentic restaurant-quality ramen in this flavor-packed cooking class. Ramen fans rejoice because this cooking class will help you create your very own bowl of authentic, delicious ramen! An experienced chef instructor will teach you all the steps for concocting the ultimate bowl of ramen,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Street Food Favorites From Japan
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary tour through Tokyo with a selection of delicious Japanese bites. In this insightful cooking class, you’ll follow instructions from a chef tutor to make a sumptuous spread of Japanese dishes. You’ll practice precision chopping, frying and grilling skills and learn to mix fragrant dipping...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do cooking classes in NYC cost?
Your cost for each cooking class will be different, depending on the chef, the size of your group and the session you take. You'll find the starting price and fees on this page next to each listed class, with a tiering structure applied based on headcount and class details. For most classes, you can expect to pay between $59 and over $100 per person.
Who are these cooking classes suitable for?
These classes are perfect for anyone who wants to have an unforgettable time with colleagues and loved ones. All skill levels are welcome. Beginning cooks can enjoy cooking classes that walk them step-by-step through the fundamentals of handmade cuisine, while experienced cooks will find intermediate and advanced sessions that take their talents to the next level. With cooking lessons for kids and teens, younger chefs can get their kitchen adventures underway. And with celebratory classes on the calendar, anyone can celebrate a birthday, share a date night or anniversary creating delicious fare or bring friends together for a special evening together.
What should I expect during a typical class?
With the best cooking classes in NYC to choose from, you can expect first-rate instruction from a local superstar chef with expertise in gourmet creativity. And of course, you can expect to have an unforgettable time with likeminded foodies while learning new cooking skills. All ingredients and tools needed for the session are provided, making it easy for you to focus on the step-by-step lessons as they unfold. You'll share the kitchen with other cooks in an engaging setting that sets everyone up for success. Depending on the session you choose, you will have time to settle in after instruction to dine on what you've created with your fellow cooks.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
You'll master everything from pasta making to modern baking, from the art of sushi to the craft of handmade pastries. Every session contains a set of smaller lessons that help you bring your creations to life, skills such as proper knife use and effective flavor layering. You'll even find specialty courses that focus on masterful grilling and artisanal charcuterie creation. And thanks to courses covering steakhouse specialties, seafood favorites and European classics, you'll use your new talents to create dishes .
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class?
Connecting with your best friends, bonding with family, or teaming up with colleagues for a fun time is incredibly rewarding—especially while learning new skills you can use in your everyday life. The benefits of taking cooking classes range from gaining confidence with your kitchen abilities to learning how to enhance your home cooking regimen. Work with top talent from around NYC while sharpening your skills, explore cultures and cuisines you've always wanted to sample, add new recipes to your personal cookbook, and more. You'll also enjoy the camaraderie of working side-by-side with fellow cooks who share your love of creating great food, whether you sign up for SoHo cooking courses or schedule classes in Brooklyn.
What types of cooking classes can I choose from?
Choose from popular global cuisines like Italian, French and Mediterranean or pick something closer to home like NYC-style steakhouse and coastal seafood specialties. You can also check into specialty classes that hone in on sushi making, pasta making, cake decorating, artisan baking, desserts and more. With instructors drawing inspiration from restaurants around the city that rival the menus at spots like Scarpetta and Le Bernardin, you can select culinary classes in exciting contemporary dining options as well.
Where do the classes take place?
Most of the top cooking classes in NYC take place in either a premium third-party venue, the chef’s place, or your place. You may also find courses in which your chef instructor travels to a chosen venue or office space for onsite cooking experiences in your choice of locale. If the chef comes to your location, they will bring everything that is needed for the class from the equipment to the ingredients. Checking the venue image and destination map shown on each class page will clue you in on the location of the course, whether it's a baking workshop in Queens, a pasta lesson in Little Italy or a sushi class in Chelsea.
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
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.