Baking Classes in NYC
Given The Big Apple’s association with some of the nation’s favorite baked goods, from tangy-sweet key lime pie to indulgent baked cheesecake, if you’re a foodie, it makes sense to add baking classes in NYC to your New York itinerary. From Manhattan to Queens, Brooklyn to The Bronx, there are plenty of exciting baking courses in NYC to choose from, all led by expert chefs who love nothing more than sharing their culinary secrets. From fresh bread and baking basics to French patisserie, these experiences are perfect for foodies hoping to make the most of their time in The City That Never Sleeps. Sound like you? Then be sure to book your baking class in NYC today!
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Puddings, Cakes and Cookies for Winter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master popular global bakes and cakes at a hands-on session. When the mercury drops, this cooking class is the perfect antidote to chilly evenings. The session is great for bakers of all skill levels and provides an excellent grounding in baking and sweet treats. Sweet treats such as sumptuous sticky toffee pudding...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Classic Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of delicate French pastries with guided precision. Master delicate French pastries in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to make toasted almond macarons filled with honey cinnamon buttercream and strawberry macarons with matcha buttercream. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Delicate Macarons From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create delicate cookies that combine elegance and technique. Get creative in the kitchen in this fun cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With step-by-step instruction from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll make toasted almond macarons with honey cinnamon buttercream and strawberry macarons with matcha...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
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 Parisian Fare
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Unlock the secrets of French cuisine with approachable techniques and timeless recipes under step-by-step guidance. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Jasmine will guide you through creating a classic French menu. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class introduces key techniques used in traditional French...
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Chef Jasmine
Serving the NYC area
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Traditional French Recipes
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Prepare iconic French dishes with step-by-step guidance for soups, mains and desserts. This cooking class with Chef Jimi takes you on a journey through the heart of French cuisine. Create an impressive three-course meal while learning essential culinary techniques.
Prepare a traditional French onion soup, perfect...
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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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Valentine's Favorite
Perfecting the French Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Join this hands-on class to refine your pastry-making skills and immerse yourself in French baking. Explore the world of French pastries in this hands-on cooking class, where you will make three delightful treats. You will craft fleur de sel caramels, perfectly crisp lemon-sugared palmiers and indulgent...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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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Classic New Orleans Sweets
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore the sweet charm of New Orleans baking with guided, hands-on steps. Bring the flavors of the Big Easy to life in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Learn how to make classic New Orleans treats, including mini king cakes, pecan pralines and fluffy beignets. Chef Emily or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Baking Basics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Learn baking basics from culinary experts in this hands-on baking class. In this interactive baking class, you'll master the essentials of creating world-renowned pastry favorites, from Pavlovas to profiteroles. By the end of the class, you’ll have an array of beautiful treats to take home in a quaint display...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Craft Cozy New Orleans Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore festive Southern desserts through guided instruction. Experience the joy of New Orleans baking in this interactive cooking class in Lake Grove (New York). With guidance from Chef Jackson or a resident chef, you’ll prepare traditional mini king cakes, rich pecan pralines and light, golden beignets....
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Baking classes in NYC cost?
The cost of these baking courses will vary based on several factors. Depending on the size of the group, the instructor and the type of class, the price will range from about $59 to over $100 per person, based on a tiered pricing structure. You will be able to find more information on the cost of a particular course on its individual webpage.
Who are these Baking classes suitable for?
These baking classes are perfect for anyone who is looking to improve their baking skills. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or have never turned on your oven, you will find a class that will empower you to create decadent homemade baked goods in the comfort of your own home. Additionally, these baking classes are great for people who are looking to meet people or connect with their loved ones. Whether you do a class with a friend or family member or by yourself, you will work together in a collaborative learning environment and meet people who are as interested in baking as you are.
What should I expect during a typical class?
The main thing you can expect in a baking lesson is to have a great time. You will learn the secrets to mixing, proofing, baking and decorating bakery-worthy treats, from savory loaves of bread to sweet and sticky cinnamon rolls. While baking is notoriously a science with very little room for error, it is also an art and you’ll learn how to properly pipe delicate buttercream roses and swirl your batter in a gorgeous marbled pattern. You can also expect to learn from a chef with copious industry experience who will encourage your questions so that you can gain as much as possible from your session. Of course, you can also expect to eat your delicious creations!
What Baking techniques and skills will I master?
You will learn a multitude of new skills and techniques in each baking workshop. You will learn expert tips and tricks for creating bakery-worthy baked goods, both sweet and savory. Whether your class is focused on creating a pre-dinner basket of breads like focaccia and dinner rolls or post-dinner confections like a moist chocolate lava cake, you'll learn about the intricacies of bake times, rising agents and flavor combinayions thst you can use in your home kitchen for years to come.
What are the benefits of taking a Baking class?
You will find that there are innumerable benefits to taking a baking class. Practical benefits include things like the ability to knead, layer and roll out dough properly, cake and cookie decoration skills and working cake batter to the proper consistency without overmixing. There are also many social benefits, such as connecting with your friends or family, making new friends and having exclusive access to a master chef who can answer all of your baking questions.
What types of Baking classes/menus can I choose from?
There is a wide range of baking experiences for you to choose from. There are classes that will teach you the delicate art of French patisserie, classes that will introduce you to the world of bread making, including how to ferment the perfect sourdough loaf and how to dimple a focaccia. There are also classes focused on decorating your homemade baked goods, teaching you the art of piping with buttercream and even thematic classes introducing you to multicourse tea parties. You can also choose classes based on occassion, with lessons appropriate for a delectable date night or a rowdy children's birthday.
Where do the classes take place?
Baking classes will take place in a variety of locations across the five boroughs. Some classes occur in the chef's home kitchen, while others will be in their expert workspace. Other classes will be held in baking schools in neighborhoods like the Lower East Side and Harlem. Still others will be available in the comfort of your own home. No matter where the class is located, the chef will provide all the necessary equipment and ingredients to ensure a seamless baking lesson.
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
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