Cooking Classes in the NYC Region
Best Cooking Classes in New York City 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!
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The Nashville Hot Chicken Experience
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Give your taste buds the show they deserve with this Nashville hot chicken cooking class. Explore the complex, flavorful bliss of Nashville hot chicken in this hands-on cooking class. With a five-star chef at the helm, you'll learn how to make authentic crispy, spicy Nashville hot chicken entirely from scratch using...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Thai Favorites From Scratch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft a gourmet menu of your favorite Thai dishes during this hands-on cooking class. If you have an affinity for Thai cuisine, you need to participate in this engaging cooking class. From showing you how to make delicious dumplings and flavorful soups to the process behind cooking classic noodle dishes like Pad Thai,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Embracing Fresh Pasta
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create your own pasta from scratch using age-old techniques in this immersive cooking class. Homemade pasta is as fun to make as it is delicious to eat, and this cooking class is the perfect place to hone your pasta-making skills. A gourmet chef instructor will teach you everything you need to know about homemade...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Printemps Feast of Flavor
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a pinch of springtime magic to a fabulous feast of French dishes. Stroll beneath the budding leaves of Paris in the springtime with this cooking class. You’ll uncover classic techniques as you pan-sear salmon, whisk a silky smooth white wine sauce and cook fresh green beans enriched with a herby butter....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Spanish Flavors to Savor
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare a simple Spanish supper of seasonal food. Spanish cuisine is known for fiesta flavors and fresh ingredients, as you’ll discover at this hands-on cooking class. Guided by your experienced instructor, you’ll roast pork loin and serve with rich romesco sauce and make sides of potatoes with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Favorite Spring Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join a joyful session dedicated to fresh spring flavors. Spring into a delightful menu of fresh dishes at this hands-on cooking class. An expert chef will talk you through maximizing each ingredient’s flavor as you prepare lamb skewers and sides of carrots roasted with preserved lemons for a citrus hit plus...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Springtime in Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Welcome spring Italian style, by making a spring-inspired Italian feast in this hands-on cooking class. This cooking class is a spring-themed celebration of Italian cuisine, focusing on fresh, vibrant colors and heartwarming flavors. A skilled chef will teach you the techniques and flavors you need to bring your...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Delights From the New England Coast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cruise through the famous flavors of the New England coastline. Celebrate the finest flavors of New England at this coastal inspired cooking class. Guided by an expert chef with a passion for seafood, you’ll prepare and cook traditional crab cakes, with a flavorful aioli for dipping and buttermilk coleslaw on...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Romantic Parisian Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the peak romance of Parisian cuisine during this intimate date night cooking class. French cuisine is the epitome of romance and flair, and this cooking class is the perfect way to capture that passionate vibe. With a gourmet chef leading the way, you'll create an authentic Parisian menu from scratch, using...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Craft Your Own Cupcake Bouquet
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Forget the flowers this Valentine’s Day; treat your beloved to an unforgettable cupcake bouquet. Learn to harness pro baking skills at this hands-on cooking class and create your very own edible bouquet of cupcakes. First, you’ll be shown how to make delicious chocolate cupcakes. Then, you’ll...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Kids Cooking Series
Cozy Italian Cooking - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
The whole family will love this engaging Italian cooking class, perfect for kids and adults! This hands-on cooking class is perfect for families who love Italian cuisine! Join a gourmet chef instructor, as you and your kids learn timeless Italian recipes and techniques that you'll use to craft a delicious meal from...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
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Kids Cooking Series
Spring Cookie Extravaganza - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bake a batch of beautiful spring-themed cookies in this family-friendly cooking class. Welcome spring in the tastiest way possible, by baking a colorful batch of spring-themed cookies in this family-friendly cooking class. With a skilled baker leading the way, you and your kids will learn the basics of baking and...
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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.