Cooking Classes in NYC

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Discover hands-on cooking classes in NYC led by top-rated local chefs. Choose from 143 chef-led cooking classes in NYC, from Manhattan and Brooklyn to Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island and nearby areas. Learn to roll sushi, make fresh pasta, bake pastries or explore global cuisines in chef-led experiences designed for beginners, couples and groups. Choose a class at the chef’s venue or in your own home, then book with confidence for your next date night, celebration, team building event or culinary gift. Backed by 1,228 real guest reviews in NYC and an average rating of 4.9, you can book with confidence. Book your class today.

143

NYC cooking classes

1,228 verified

NYC reviews • 4.9-star avg

98% recommend Cozymeal

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Free 48-hour

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Trusted by food lovers in NYC since 2014.

What to expect in a cooking class in NYC

Cooking classes on Cozymeal are designed to be easy, interactive and memorable from start to finish.

Step-by-step guidance from the chef
Most classes last 2 to 3 hours
Hands-on and beginner-friendly
All ingredients and equipment included
Available as public or private classes
Hosted at the chef's place or your place
End the experience by enjoying the meal you prepared

WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE COOKING CLASSES IN NYC

Debbie M.

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Brooklyn (Kensington)

Chef Kenneth was great! We live in San Antonio, TX and our nephew lives in Brooklyn, NY. We wanted to give our nephew the experience of Chef Kenneths Taste of Japan sushi cooking class for his 18th birthday. Our nephew invited 5 friends. They said Chef Kenneth was "very cool" and that it was "the best experience". Chef Kenneth taught some tricks and gave a great class. Thank you Chef! We are so proud that you made this cooking class/dinner such a memorable experience for our nephew and his friends.

Sarah M.

Booked the class A Taste of Classic Japan with Chef Kenneth in Manhattan (Lower East Side)

Absolutely wonderful class! Chef Kenneth taught us so many cooking skills, as well as how to make sushi. Extremely warm and kind person as well!

Ethan D.

Booked the class Fresh Pasta 101 with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

Learning to make pasta was super fun!

Susan V.

Booked the class Fresh Pasta 101 with Chef Ivan in Manhattan (Greenwich Village)

We cooked 3 types of pasta and gelato. Ivan was very informative and clear. He was very organized and covered a lot. I learned some knife skills and many things about what we were cooking. This class is great for anyone who loves pasta.

Breindel W.

Booked the class The Art of French Cooking with Chef Paul in Manhattan (SoHo)

Had the most magical time at Chef Paul's Miette Culinary Studio! I brought my 12-year-old niece, who absolutely loves to cook. When signing us up, I mentioned in a note that her dream is to become a chef. The class included seven or eight adults and us, and Chef Paul went out of his way to make her feel welcome. He took her under his wing, showing her basic techniques and treating her aspirations with such respect that she felt truly seen and encouraged. We arrived early, and Chef Paul shared that he began cooking in a professional kitchen around the same age as my niece, then apprenticed under a famous chef in Paris at 15. He later became the head chef of two restaurants before opening his own culinary studio. The class focused on French cooking and included a four-course meal. I loved that it was small and intimateâ€”just 10 peopleâ€”compared to other classes I found that had 16 to 20 participants. Although we worked in groups of four to prepare each dish, Chef Paul brought everyone together where he demonstrated key steps across all the coursesâ€”techniques that many cooks get wrongâ€”and showed us how to do them for the best results. He even provided special recipes for us to take home and ensured that each student got hands-on experience with parts of multiple dishes. It truly felt like a shared and collaborative learning experience. By the end of the three-hour class, our class of nine or ten had shared a delicious meal and great conversation. My niece was absolutely thrilled and left even more inspired to pursue her dream. If you have a child who loves cooking, I canâ€™t recommend Chef Paul highly enough. He even offers childrenâ€™s group classes upon request. Thank you, Chef Paul, for such a warm, generous, and unforgettable experience!

Angela T.

Booked the class Vegan Spanish Feast with Chef Jamie VK in Brooklyn (Park Slope)

My sister, cousins, and I had such a great time at this cooking experience. Chef Jamie was not only super chill and funny but also made everything feel approachable and fun. The food turned out incredible, especially the pisto with bread and the sweet potato and bean filling for the empanadas, honestly, Iâ€™d eat that filling on its own. We came in thinking we might leave a little hungry, but we were so full by the end basically fighting to keep eating. The kitchen space was perfect for a group, with plenty of room for everyone to get hands-on. We all were able to chop, stir, pour, season, and Chef was super open to all our questions. We learned a lot about reducing food waste, proper knife techniques, and storing produce, plus got to hear about Chefâ€™s path to becoming a private chef. Also, random but worth mentioning, the whole place had a super peaceful vibe (shoes off at the door), and the bathroom? Gorgeous. Skylight and all. Highly recommend this experience!

Meet the talented chefs behind these cooking classes in NYC

Chef Denis

Chef Denis 5.0 (64)

50+ years of culinary experience

FINE DINING AND BAKING

New York Tech, Brooklyn
Award-winning: 1st Prize Table, Société Culinaire Philanthropique Exhibition
Taught 300+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place & your place

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Chef Jamie VK

Chef Jamie VK 5.0 (49)

13+ years of culinary experience

VEGAN/PLANT-BASED COOKING
HEALTHY COOKING

Newbury College — Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management
Taught 650+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place

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Chef Kenneth

Chef Kenneth 5.0 (56)

20+ years of culinary experience

FRENCH CUISINE
GUEST-CENTERED COOKING

French Culinary Institute
Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Taught 200+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place & your place

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Chef Ivan

Chef Ivan 4.9 (382)

35+ years of culinary experience

ITALIAN
JAPANESE
FRENCH CUISINES

Award-winning: Best Chef America, 2014–2016; Master Chef in Italian Cuisine, Academia Barilla
Taught 9,400+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place

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Chef Kymberly

Chef Kymberly 4.9 (48)

7+ years of culinary experience

BEGINNER
DATE NIGHT
INCLUDES BAKING

Le Cordon Bleu, Bauman Holistic Chef, Resturant Hospitality San Jose State
Taught 450+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place & your place

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Chef Todd

Chef Todd 5.0 (31)

33+ years of culinary experience

FRENCH
CAJUN AND CREOLE

Niagara Falls Culinary Institute
Award-winning: Regional Private Chef, 1993 — Niagara Gazette
Chef's place

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Chef Paige

Chef Paige 4.6 (33)

3+ years of culinary experience

BEGINNER
DATE NIGHT
ITALIAN

Taught 850+ guests on Cozymeal
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Chef Jasmine

Chef Jasmine 5.0 (15)

19+ years of culinary experience

SAUTÉ
GRILL
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT

NYC Professional Kitchens - Self Taught
Award-winning: New York Restaurant Food Show — Winner, Total Food Magazine, 2025
Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Chef's place & your place

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Chef Jimi

Chef Jimi 5.0 (21)

4+ years of culinary experience

MOTHER'S DAY
BEGINNER
DATE NIGHT

Chef's place & your place

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Chef Emily

Chef Emily 4.3 (84)

3+ years of culinary experience

BEGINNER
FRENCH
COUPLES

Taught 22,250+ guests on Cozymeal
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Chef Kavitha

Chef Kavitha 5.0 (19)

5+ years of culinary experience

INDIAN
VEGETARIAN
ASIAN

Chef's place & your place

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Chef Paul

Chef Paul 5.0 (95)

5+ years of culinary experience

DATE NIGHT
BEGINNER
FRENCH

Taught 1,250+ guests on Cozymeal
Chef's place

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Why guests in NYC book with confidence

143 chef-led cooking classes in NYC taught by local professional chefs
Vetted local chefs selected through a thorough screening process
1,228 verified reviews in NYC, with an average rating of 4.9
Free 48-hour cancellation on most bookings

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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES IN NYC

Yes. Cooking classes on Cozymeal in NYC are especially popular for date nights, birthdays, girls’ night out, friends’ outings, and group events or culinary team building. Whether you want an intimate plan for two or a larger celebration, you can find hands-on experiences across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island and nearby areas that make it easy to cook, connect, and enjoy a memorable evening together.
Cooking classes on Cozymeal in NYC take place across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island and nearby areas such as Westchester. In Manhattan, you may find classes in areas such as Midtown, Lower Manhattan, SoHo, the Upper East Side, and Chelsea. In Brooklyn, you may find options in Williamsburg, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Heights. You can book at the chef’s place, have the chef come to your home or office, or have another premium venue arranged for you.
Yes. You can book a private cooking class for your own group, with private classes available for groups as small as two, or join a public cooking class with other food lovers. Private classes are a strong fit for birthdays, date nights, client events and team-building gatherings, while public classes are ideal if you want a shared experience without reserving the full event.
Prices vary based on the chef, menu, group size, and whether you book a public or private class. Many cooking classes on Cozymeal in NYC range from $55+ to $369+ per person, depending on the experience.
Cooking classes on Cozymeal include all ingredients, all equipment, and step-by-step instruction from the chef. In many cooking classes, you also learn practical techniques such as knife skills, prep methods, and other hands-on cooking fundamentals. If the chef comes to your home or office, the chef also handles cleanup before leaving, so you do not need to prepare or pay for anything extra. After the class, you also sit down and enjoy the food you prepared.
You’ll find a wide variety of cooking classes on Cozymeal in NYC, including sushi making classes, pasta making classes, baking classes, Italian cooking classes, French cooking classes, Mediterranean cooking classes, vegetarian classes, and vegan classes. There are options for date nights, private groups, celebrations, and team events.
Yes. Most cooking classes on Cozymeal in NYC are beginner-friendly and include step-by-step instruction from chefs on Cozymeal, so no prior experience is needed. The classes are designed to feel approachable, hands-on and fun, whether it’s your first class or you already enjoy cooking at home. If you’re a beginner, you can mention it during the booking process so the chef can keep it in mind while preparing for your class.
You can browse cooking classes on Cozymeal in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island and nearby areas. If you want the widest selection, start by exploring Manhattan neighborhoods such as Midtown, SoHo, Chelsea and the Upper East Side, or compare Brooklyn areas such as Williamsburg, DUMBO, and Brooklyn Heights, then widen to Queens or nearby areas as needed.
Yes. A cooking class on Cozymeal in NYC makes a memorable and personal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, bachelorette parties or any other celebrations. Instead of something that sits on a shelf, you are giving someone an evening of cooking, learning and genuine connection. You can either book a specific class directly or purchase a cooking class gift card and let them choose the experience that suits them best.
Most chefs offering cooking classes in NYC through Cozymeal are happy to accommodate common dietary restrictions and allergies, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free requirements. During the booking process, there is a dedicated field where you can enter any dietary restrictions or allergies, making it easy for the chef to review your needs in advance. Sharing this information early helps the chef adjust the menu accordingly and ensure everyone in the group has a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

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