Cooking Classes in the NYC Region
Best cooking classes in the NYC Region for your next culinary journey.
Exciting culinary opportunities await you in the Big Apple. Join a professional chef in NYC other areas for cooking classes that will entice your palate and expand your cooking repertoire. Learn how to roll delicate sushi, how to pair fresh pasta with the perfect homemade sauce, how to decorate cakes on par with your favorite bakery and so much more. No matter your skill or comfort level in the kitchen, there is an experience for you. Book today!
CHEF’S PLACE
Cook Authentic Italian Classics
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of authentic Italian cooking in this hands-on class. Savor the best of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn to prepare creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp served over Parmesan polenta and balance the richness with roasted broccolini enhanced by garlic and lemon. For dessert,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Classic Italian Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook, taste and enjoy rich Italian dishes crafted by you. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a cooking class celebrating the flavors of Italy. You’ll create a pescatarian-friendly menu starting with Tuscan garlic shrimp in a creamy sauce, paired with Parmesan...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Celebration of Global Eats
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Sample dishes from all around the global in this celebration of blended cuisine. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Jasmine combines exciting elements from several regional cuisines into one spectacular meal. Her expertise in world cuisine will open your eyes to delicious possibilities and bring the richness of...
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Chef Jasmine
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
New Year
Vegetarian Mediterranean Fare
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Use fresh ingredients to create a handful of traditional Mediterranean recipes. Learn the basics of creating a four-course vegetarian Mediterranean meal in this cooking class. Packed with Grecian flavors, Chef Jamie will teach you baking and roasting methods to keep each dish light and healthy.
You'll begin with a...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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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
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
Holiday
Savoring Best of Spain
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Learn to make the most iconic dishes of Spanish cuisine - from tapas to paella and churros. This cooking class takes you on a culinary journey through Spain’s most beloved dishes. Chef Jimi will teach you how to prepare a flavorful three-course menu showcasing authentic Spanish flavors.
Start with your...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 10-40
Asian Dumplings Team Building
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Become a precision dumpling master by mixing various fillings to steam or pan-fry each creation. Craft dumplings better than your weekly carry-out in this hands-on team building cooking class. Chef Paige will guide you through a menu of three traditional Asian dumplings and the techniques to create them.
First,...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Italian Classics Made Vegan
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Discover Italian classics re-imagined in this vegan-friendly cooking experience. Enjoy as Italian favorites transform into a vegan-friendly feast courtesy of Chef Paul. Learn how to make iconic Italian dishes that have been reworked into vegan masterpieces while still maintaining the flavor and texture you know and...
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Chef Paul
New York
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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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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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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 18-30
Handpicked Italian Favorites
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Gather your team around the pizza oven for a build your own Italian night. With Chef Kymberly to share the techniques and flavor pairings classic to Italian cuisine, your team can draw inspiration for their own personalized dishes.
For a tangy, crunchy start, bite into a flavor-packed bruschetta topped with bright...
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Chef Kymberly
Brooklyn (Williamsburg)
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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.