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, Yonkers 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.
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Make a Cozy Winter Supper
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience a cozy winter feast to remember. Embrace the elegance of the season in this winter cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare an herb-crusted beef tenderloin served with a luscious horseradish cream, complemented by sautéed Brussels sprouts and buttery duchess potatoes. For dessert, indulge in the rich...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Cozy Korean BBQ Experience
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Turn your table into a grill with savory Korean BBQ favorites. Discover the secrets of Korean BBQ in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll marinate and grill bulgogi beef for lettuce wraps, master crisp scallion pancakes...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Elevate Your Holiday Cookies
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Delight in this holiday cookie extravaganza, focused on a variety of decorating techniques. Dive into the art of cookie decorating using a variety of techniques for a colorful and diverse holiday cookie tray. From neat piping on crunchy gingerbread men to "watercolor" painted sugar cookies and iconic wreath cookies,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Lobster Ravioli for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make romantic seafood dishes inspired by coastal Italy for an unforgettable dinner for two. Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on bread-making class that celebrates seasonal warmth and comfort. Under the direction of a five-star chef, you’ll mix, knead, proof and bake from scratch to create two stunning...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Handmade Holiday Macaron
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make elegant holiday macarons in this hands-on workshop. Celebrate the holidays with a festive French macaron cooking class in NYC. Learn the delicate art of macaron-making as you craft seasonal favorites like candy cane swirl macarons and gingerbread caramel macarons. Guided by Chef Emily or one of the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas
Make French Macarons From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Roll up your sleeves and bake delicious macarons this holiday season. Add a sweet touch to your holiday season in this hands-on macaron cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With expert guidance from Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll create festive macarons in flavors like candy...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Bake Sweet and Savory Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Perfect your pastry skills by shaping, layering and baking homemade croissants. Master the magic of French pastry in this hands-on croissant cooking class. You’ll learn the secrets of creating perfectly flaky layers, from mixing and laminating the dough to shaping and proofing it just right. Prepare both sweet...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Romantic Lobster Ravioli - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a sophisticated multi-course menu with a contemporary twist on ravioli. During this interactive cooking class, a world-class chef will guide you in creating an elevated romantic dinner. You’ll learn the techniques to prepare fresh ravioli with a succulent lobster filling and delectable white wine sauce....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Elegant Ravioli Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate traditional ravioli by incorporating the richness of lobster for a gourmet and luxurious twist. During this cooking class, you’ll explore elevated flavors made with high-quality ingredients. The star of the night will be a succulent lobster ravioli made with a buttery white wine sauce. A top-rated chef...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Elegant Menu for New Year
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Kick off the new year by preparing a gourmet multi-course meal from scratch. During this date night cooking class, you and your partner will craft a show-stopping New Year’s Eve dinner under the guidance of a skilled chef. Begin by assembling delicate blinis topped with gravlax and crème fraîche, then...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Flavorful Steakhouse Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate love with a beautiful Italian feast. Celebrate love in this hands-on Italian steakhouse cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With expert guidance from Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare juicy grilled steaks topped with caramelized shallot sauce and learn the art...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF’S PLACE
Magical NYE Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your own celebratory dinner at a date night cooking session. Perfect for couples planning a magical New Year, this cooking class will teach you how to make a complete menu, from steak au poivre with a brandy and mustard sauce to frisée salad and truffled pommes purée. To finish things off in style,...
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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.