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, Yonkers 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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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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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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Craft Authentic Italian Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Step into the world of Italian pasta with expert guidance in this immersive class. Take your cooking skills to Italy in this pasta-making class, where you’ll learn to create fresh, hand-rolled pasta dishes. From making luxurious egg ravioli with truffle butter sauce to crafting the perfect pappardelle with...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Feast Like A Greek
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Dive into a world of delicious Greek cuisine in this cooking class. Take a trip to the beautiful shores of Greece without leaving the kitchen in this feast like a Greek cooking class. Join a top-rated chef who will share the secrets of cooking a traditional Greek feast while brushing up on your cooking skills....
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Classic Homestyle Italian Dishes
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Take traditional Italian ingredients to another level from appetizer to dessert. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Misun, you'll learn how to make a handful of Italian classics featuring pasta dough made completely from scratch and a timeless dessert. With the guidance of a five-star chef, mastering new recipes...
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Chef Misun
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
A Taste of Classic Japan
$115
Cooking Class
$115
The fresh flavors and intriguing textures of Asian-Pacific cuisine are on the menu. This hands-on cooking class is your invitation to add a bounty of authentic Japanese dishes to your home dining repertoire. Work with Chef Kenneth as you learn traditional techniques for creating regional recipes brimming with...
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Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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Craft Fresh Orecchiette Pasta
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to make handmade orecchiette and classic pesto in this fun, beginner-friendly Italian cooking class. Discover the joy of shaping fresh pasta by hand in this interactive cooking lass with Chef Boris. You’ll begin by mixing semolina flour and water into a smooth dough, then learn how to roll, drag and shape...
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Chef Boris
Brooklyn
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Sushi Made Simple
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Try your hand at sushi-making in this interactive cooking class with Chef Shota. You’ll learn the basics of American-style sushi while building confidence with real sushi techniques you can use at home.
Start by preparing and seasoning sushi rice to get that perfect balance of flavor and texture. Then learn...
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Chef Shota
Brooklyn
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Essential Pasta Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Grow in kitchen confidence as you learn how to make pasta from scratch. Take this practical cooking class and you’ll always be minutes away from a delicious fresh pasta meal. Led by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to make pasta dough and roll it into different shapes — from pappardelle to go with...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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Gourmet Wine Country Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Immerse yourself in the art of cooking with wine-country influences. Experience the flavors of wine country in this hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn to make a gourmet meal. The menu features a succulent fillet with red wine and shallot sauce, served with a roasted beet salad and roasted fingerling potatoes....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in NYC
07/21/2025
We had such a wonderful experience! The resident chef split the time wonderfully between explaining the flavor pairings, noting preparation timing tips and showing / teaching us proper techniques in the kitchen. The meal was delicious and the kitchen / dining area were beautiful. Would highly recommend!
06/23/2025
Fun experience, the chef was full of positive energy and informative. We learned a lot about the cooking process.
05/27/2025
It was an amazing experience,i learned a lot and the food was delicious,the chef was so amazing,she explained everything so good,i gonna repeat the experience for sure
04/13/2025
Chef Jamie kindly welcomed us into her home and provided a comfortable environment to experiment with flavors and enjoy developing a 3 course meal.
This was a great date night activity that left us with tips and tricks we can bring into our own kitchen. Chef Jamie is a well seasoned professional whose expertise and sense of humor made for a fun evening in the kitchen. Thanks Chef!
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.