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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Big Easy Inspired Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to prepare delicious Creole dishes from the heart of The Big Easy. Experience the finest dishes from New Orleans at a cooking class dedicated to big flavors and striking dishes. Guided by a pro chef you’ll explore popular New Orleans plates including popcorn shrimp with spiced Bloody Mary aioli and...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Valentine's Favorite
Classic French Pastry Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore classic French baking through hands-on pâtisserie techniques. Learn the art of classic French baking in this immersive pastry-focused class. With guidance from a skilled pastry chef, you’ll craft three elegant desserts inspired by a traditional pâtisserie. Create Fleur de Sel caramels, delicate...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Festive New Orleans Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn timeless techniques central to New Orleans cooking. Explore the soulful cuisine of New Orleans in a class designed to immerse you in bold flavors and dynamic techniques. Cook savory classics and finish with sweet, flaming desserts that capture the city’s spirit. Perfect for curious newcomers and Creole...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Italian American Comfort Food for Winter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get cozy by mastering a selection of Italian American comfort food classics. From chicken Milanese to fresh gnocchi, this cooking class will give you all of the skills to make popular Italian American dishes that your friends and family will love. Overseen by a chef tutor, you’ll prep meat, roll gnocchi, dress...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Cozy Italian American Comfort Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover classic Italian-American techniques that build bold, satisfying dishes. Discover the heart of Italian-American cooking through rich textures, vibrant flavors and nostalgic recipes. A chef will guide you through crafting creamy sauces and perfectly crisp mains using timeless techniques. Share a delicious...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Traditional French Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Unlock the secrets to classic French cookery including steak and soufflé. Create an elevated menu of beloved French classics in this hands-on cooking class. Guided by a skilled chef, you’ll develop the techniques to sear steak, flambé brandy for a vibrant sauce and make truffled pommes Dauphine on the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Focus on Fresh Bread
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover bread-making skills and perfect two popular Italian loaves. Master the art of making bread from scratch at an interactive cooking class. You’ll go step-by-step through making dough, kneading and proving and showcase how a simple base can be made into a countless range of breads from a rustic ciabatta...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Festive French Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience gourmet French cooking in an engaging, hands-on setting. Savor the artistry of French cuisine in this expertly guided cooking class. Start by whipping up a refreshing salade verte paired with a homemade vinaigrette. Next, prepare steak au poivre finished with a bold brandy-mustard sauce and serve it with...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Rustic Italian Kitchen Fun - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn foundational cooking skills great for kids and adults. Celebrate togetherness in a cooking class where every family member plays a part. Learn essential kitchen skills, prep ingredients and collaborate on a delicious menu worth savoring as a...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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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
New York
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Creative Dumpling Basics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare dumplings with clear, practical instruction at each step. Make a variety of dumplings from scratch in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). Guided by Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll learn how to fold and cook steamed dumplings, boiled wontons and pan-fried gyoza, plus mix dipping...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Pop-up Class
Great for Groups of 10-50
The Ultimate Pasta Showdown
$85
Team Building Activity
$85
Join Chef Jimi for a competitive pasta-making class, blending teamwork, creativity and culinary skill. Gather your team for a pasta-making team building activity that turns the heat up! Under the expert guidance of Chef Jimi, this culinary adventure invites a dash of competition to the mix.
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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