Fun Cooking Classes in NYC
Good times with friends and family get even more delicious when you add fun cooking classes in NYC to the mix. Take a bigger bite out of the Big Apple with your fellow foodies while enjoying sessions in Soho, Chelsea and Staten Island. You'll find courses that offer easy access to memorable gourmet moments, whether you're making a French menu to celebrate a golden anniversary or preparing in Italian meal to commemorate a milestone birthday. Even if you're just looking for a way to break the boredom of your usual cooking regimen, you can gather up your pals and create a culinary celebration all your own. With group cooking classes in NYC, it's all on the table!
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CHEF’S PLACE
Craft Vibrant Valentine’s Day Treats - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Enjoy a hands-on dessert class perfect for all ages. Enjoy a sweet and skill-building family experience in this interactive baking class. Prepare beloved desserts with techniques accessible to every age. Celebrate the teamwork that transforms simple ingredients into something...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Valentine's Favorite
Classic Dumpling Workshop
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn beginner-friendly dumpling skills through fun, hands-on techniques. Learn the basics of dumpling making in this hands-on cooking class in NYC. Practice shaping and cooking three classic styles: steamed dumplings, boiled wontons for soup and pan-fried gyoza. You’ll also prepare simple dipping sauces to...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Beginner Dumpling Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to master dumpling techniques through hands-on repetition. Explore essential dumpling techniques in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With guidance from Chef Amalia or a resident chef, you’ll shape steamed dumplings, prepare wonton soup and pan-fry gyoza to a crisp finish....
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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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
Valentine's Favorite
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’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Savory Asian Delights
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Experience the essence of Asian cuisine through hands-on cooking. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll explore the rich and diverse flavors of Asian cuisine. Chef will guide you through essential techniques every step of the way, from knife skills to balancing bold ingredients.
You’ll start by crafting...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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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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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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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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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Vegan Spanish Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Plant based Spanish snacks Explore gourmet plant-based Spanish tapas in this exciting new cooking class. Learn innovative ways to create tasty vegan dishes in this chef-led class. Cook your way through a multi-course menu starting with a pomegranate guacamole served with raw veggie strips for dipping. Then make a...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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Classic Italian Pasta Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover traditional pasta-making techniques through hands-on Italian cooking. Discover the joy of homemade pasta in this immersive, hands-on cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through traditional Italian techniques to craft two distinct dishes: delicate egg ravioli with truffle butter sauce and fresh...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
Lake Grove
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Vibrant Indian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore authentic Indian cooking through essential hands-on techniques. Discover the rich flavors of Indian cuisine in this immersive hands-on cooking class. Learn how to balance spices and seasonings to elevate traditional regional dishes. Create homemade flatbreads, chicken tikka masala and savory shrimp...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Fun classes in NYC cost?
The total price of cooking classes in NYC follows a tiered structure based on the chef, the group size and the event details for a particular session. While costs vary, most range between $59 and over $100 per person. You can find the starting price and fees for your selected course within the class listing on this page.
Who are these Fun classes suitable for?
Cooking classes in NYC are a great place to have fun and connect with like-minded foodies while improving your culinary skills. There are lessons to accommodate all skill levels led by the area’s top chefs with guided demonstrations, easy-to-follow instructions and hands-on practice. Beginners can find fun culinary courses focused on fundamentals like balancing flavors or knife technique while experienced cooks can sign up for challenging courses that cover advanced skills. With family classes on the docket, young chefs can build their skills and confidence in the kitchen, too. The lively, welcoming atmosphere makes these lessons excellent gifts or settings for birthday parties, special celebrations, work outings and social get-togethers.
What should I expect during a typical class?
You can always expect to have a lot of fun when signing up for a cooking class. You’ll join a first-rate local chef and fellow foodies for a session filled with laughter and learning in a welcoming, interactive environment. Everything you need to participate is provided by the chef, including the tools and ingredients required for the course. The chef walks you through the recipes with easy-to-follow instructions, and you’ll get plenty of hands-on practice with each technique. The chef is available to answer questions throughout the class to ensure you are set up for success. Once you’ve finished cooking, you’ll have a chance to connect with your classmates while enjoying your creations together.
What Fun techniques and skills will I master?
With the best fun culinary classes in the city, you can learn everything from firing handcrafted pizzas to folding dumplings that rival your favorite takeout in Chinatown. The area’s premier chefs share their expertise in global cuisines from Italian and Puerto Rican to Korean and American Soul. You’ll explore traditional ingredients and techniques from around the world from pasta-making to rolling sushi as you immerse yourself in diverse cultures through food. Bread-making, French pastry and plant-based cuisine are some examples of specialty courses available for those interested in mastering specific skills or cooking styles. Learn how to handle proteins with the finesse of Boucherie, make a cheesecake as iconic as Juniors and everything in between.
What are the benefits of taking a Fun class?
Sharing laughs and enjoying delicious food are just some of the benefits of joining fun cooking lessons near you. You can build connections with friends, family or colleagues and enjoy the camaraderie of learning with your fellow classmates. Cooking lessons provide a chance to work alongside some of the city’s premier chefs, asking questions and drawing from their expertise. Under their guidance, you can explore global cuisines and gourmet recipes while strengthening your culinary skills, improving your confidence and inspiring your creativity in the kitchen. Spark your curiosity with the opportunity to try something new and give yourself a challenge by tackling an advanced technique or unfamiliar cooking style in a laid-back and engaging environment.
What types of Fun classes/menus can I choose from?
Whether you’re interested in exploring a particular international or domestic cuisine, learning a specific technique or delving deeper into a specialty cooking style, there’s a fun cooking course to suit your interest. Choose a popular cuisine like Italian, Korean or French or focus on mastering certain techniques like knife skills, grilling or baking fundamentals. You can also expand your culinary repertoire with specialty lessons in bread baking, pasta-making, cake decorating, sushi-making and more. Getting ready for a special event? Elevate your dinner parties with a lesson in canapés or impress your sweetheart with a romantic gourmet feast for date night. Classes are also available to accommodate special dietary interests such as plant-based or gluten-free menus
Where do the classes take place?
With sessions available across the boroughs or a short commute from the surrounding areas, it’s easy to find fun culinary lessons near you. While many lessons are held at either the chef’s place or a premium third-party venue, in some cases, the chef may come to your home kitchen or a designated space to host the session. If the chef comes to you, they will bring all the tools and ingredients you need for the lesson. Consult the venue image and destination map located on the class listing to find the cooking experiences closest to you, whether it’s making seasonal macarons in Manhattan or crafting gnocchi from scratch in Brooklyn.
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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