Beginner Cooking Classes in Manhattan
New to cooking? Want to brush up on some basic culinary skills? With beginner cooking classes in Manhattan, chefs are ready to give you the knowledge needed to cook award-worthy meals. They welcome every skill level, even if you have no idea how to make your way around a kitchen! Your chef will work with you so you can learn the basics and prepare cuisines from around the globe. Grab an apron and get ready to learn! Book today.
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Pasta-Making 101 for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Kids will get a hands-on lesson in pasta making and more from a professional chef. In this fun kids cooking class with Chef Jimi, kids and adults alike will learn how to make several delicious Italian dishes.
Begin with black truffle garlic bread, then prepare some pasta and combine with creamy sauce to make...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Authentic Georgian Cuisine
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Travel to the Caucasus Mountains and explore the flavors of Georgian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Ivan will share the techniques that make Georgian food distinctive and exquisite. You'll learn how to combine ingredients to transform them into an authentic “supra” — a traditional...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Caribbean-Infused American Classics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
In this class, you'll integrate the flavors and colors of Caribbean cooking with American staples. Thanks to its reliance on fresh fruits and bold spices, Caribbean cuisine is known for its striking yet balanced flavors. In this unique class, Chef Kymberly shows you how to use key elements of Caribbean cuisine to add...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the Manhattan area
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Team Building Activity
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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The Best of Italian Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Master a menu of Old World specialties for an authentic, home-cooked Italian dinner. Discover the secrets of cooking like a true Italian chef in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Kenneth. From preparing pillowy gnocchi to crafting crispy cannoli for dessert, you'll explore an array of time-honored methods used for...
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Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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Avocado Lovers Date Night
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to create a variety of tasty dishes using avocado. In this unique cooking class, you'll learn how versatile the simple avocado can be. Led by a talented chef, you and your date will be shown how to prepare a variety of dishes using avocado as the prime ingredient. To begin, you'll learn how to make a...
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Chef Gabriel
Serving the NYC area
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Team Building Activity
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.
First, learn...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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Prepare a Harmonious Tuscan-Inspired Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Tuscan-inspired dishes come together beautifully for your table in this immersive and educational cooking class. Embark on a global culinary journey and prepare a harmonious, aromatic feast. Explore the ricotta-based cousin of gnocchi, gnudi, prized for its ultra-fluffy texture. Craft homemade dough and sauce,...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Team Building Activity
A Taste of Tuscan Fare
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Get a taste of the fresh flavors of Tuscany in this team building cooking class experience. In this hands-on team building class, you'll work with Chef Paul and your team to create a classic Italian meal using the freshest ingredients.
Begin by making Chef Paul's signature speedy gnocchi. Everyone will get a...
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Chef Paul
New York
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Healthy Cooking 101
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to prepare a healthy feast featuring mindful ingredients. Clean eating is in the spotlight in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Gabriel. He'll teach you how to create delicious dishes with a healthy touch you'll feel good serving your family.
This super-nutritious spread begins with a roasted beet...
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Chef Gabriel
Serving the NYC area
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Upscale Flavors of China
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn the secrets for cooking some of the most quintessential recipes from this beloved cuisine. Recreate an array of your favorite Chinese dishes in this immersive cooking class. You'll prepare a satisfying multi-course meal with Chef Kenneth covering everything from appetizers to dessert, with each creation given...
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Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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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.