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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CHEF’S PLACE
Mom’s Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make magnificent macarons for mom in this chef-led experience. Craft elegant sweet treats for the mothers and mother figures in your life with this hands-on cooking class. From how to make a perfect flaky cookie to how to flavor-balance your cream fillings, this class will show you step-by-step how to make a variety...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Elevated Bento Box
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Create an authentic Japanese meal with a lesson in the art of bento boxes. Discover the magic that goes into building a bento box in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan. With an array of recipes and ingredients to play with, you're sure to become a bento box extraordinaire in no time.
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Crafting Authentic Pizza
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Make classic Italian pizza dough and experiment with toppings your way. This cooking class is perfect for pizza enthusiasts looking to craft authentic, homemade pizza. Chef Kymberly will guide you through every step, from making the perfect dough to balance custom toppings.
Begin with a classic Caprese salad...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 16-20
Classic Puerto Rican Cooking
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Create a vibrant menu inspired by Puerto Rican cuisine with a touch of European flair. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Todd teaches your group how to prepare bold Puerto Rican dishes with a nod to the cuisine's Spanish influence. Practice a range of skills from making sauces and stews to frying,...
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Chef Todd
NYC (Little Italy)
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South American Steak Night - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook steak the South American way in this date night cooking session. Join this innovative and romantic cooking class to learn to cook steak dishes the Latin American way. This class is a perfect date night idea as you will be able to get to know your date intimately as you cook sizzling South American steak together....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-40
French Steakhouse Team Building
$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on experience. Quintessential French flavors will be on full display in this engaging team building cooking class. Gather your crew and let Chef Paige will guide you through a menu of authentic French dishes while teaching useful culinary...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Great for Groups of 10-24
Italian-American Favorites
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Prepare a unique fusion of American and Italian dishes bursting with flavor. In this hands-on team building class with Chef Paul, your group will learn how to cook classic Italian-American favorites from scratch.
First, create a kale salad paired with dates, walnuts and a piquant lemony dressing. For the main dish,...
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Chef Paul
New York
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A Fine French Evening - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whisk your date away for a French meal in this cooking class. Nothing says romance quite like French cooking and in this cooking class, you and your date will learn how to prepare a French meal. The gourmet chef will start you off by practicing searing scallops with an aromatic beurre blanc sauce. Master the art of...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Baking Basics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn baking basics from culinary experts in this hands-on baking class. In this interactive baking class, you'll master the essentials of creating world-renowned pastry favorites, from Pavlovas to profiteroles. By the end of the class, you’ll have an array of beautiful treats to take home in a quaint display...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Gourmet '90s-Inspired Small Bites
$139
Cooking Class
$139
Recreate some of your favorite '90s TV dinners with gourmet flair. In this interactive cooking class, you'll learn how to make several small dishes inspired by popular '90s TV dinners. But while these dishes are inspired by TV dinners, they're far from the reheated meal you're used to.
Begin with herby green pea...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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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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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-40
Mexican Fiesta Dinner Team Building
$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Add new culinary techniques to your skillset and recipes to your repertoire with this menu. Authentic Mexican fare and traditional cooking techniques will be the star of this team building cooking class led by Chef Paige. You'll make a four-course traditional Mexican meal from scratch with your crew.
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Chef Paige 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.