Holiday Cooking Classes in NYC
New York City is one of the best places during the holidays. During a holiday cooking class, you will learn new culinary secrets to making your holidays merry and bright. Join esteemed chefs as they show you how to make your next holiday spectacular. Learn how to prepare appetizers, dinners and sweets. You will easily be the envy of all your friends and family as you show off your new culinary skills this holiday season.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Team Building Activity
Elegant Italian Dishes
$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Learn how to cook authentic Italian dishes in this hands-on team building cooking class. Gather your crew and join Chef Jimi for an engaging cooking class where you'll learn how to make several classic Italian dishes. Your team will be led through every step of the process as you prepare the meal together.
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Chef Jimi
NYC (Little Italy)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Make French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a culinary artist as you craft French macarons. In this cooking class, you'll master the perfect meringue to achieve the coveted smooth, glossy surface of your macarons. A talented chef will guide you through each step, ensuring your macarons are both beautiful and delicious. From classic choices like chocolate...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Cooking for Mental Health
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Discover new, flavorful ways to improve your mental health in this fun, interactive cooking class. In this hands-on class with Chef Kymberly, you will learn how to prepare a three-course menu using spices and ingredients with nutrients that help stave off depression and anxiety, and improve your overall mood.
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Team Building Activity
Iron Chef Cooking Competition
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Join Chef Ivan for a fun and exciting Iron Chef-style cooking competition with your team! In this hands-on team building experience hosted by Chef Ivan, you and your group will be divided into two teams and then will go head to head to see who can cook up the best dish.
Each team will be assigned a basket with a...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Team Building Activity
Elegant French Cooking
$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Bond with your team over French food as you prepare an elegant meal together. In this hands-on team building cooking class, your team will learn how to make classic French dishes under the tutelage of Chef Paul.
You'll start by working together to make a traditional French vinaigrette. For the entrГ©e, Chef Paul...
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Chef Paul
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Healthy Cooking 101
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to prepare a healthy feast featuring mindful ingredients. Clean eating is in the spotlight in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Gabriel. He'll teach you how to create delicious dishes with a healthy touch you'll feel good serving your family.
This super-nutritious spread begins with a roasted beet...
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Chef Gabriel
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
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...
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Chef Misun
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Holiday
Fresh Italian Gnocchi From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Taste the flavors of Italy and learn how to make fresh gnocchi from scratch. In this interactive cooking class, Chef Jamie will teach you how to handcraft a classic Italian menu, including turning a few staple ingredients into homemade gnocchi pasta and cooking up a savory tomato sauce.
To begin, top crostini with...
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Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Italian Dinner With Tiramisu Finale
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Become a seasoned chef as you learn from the best, creating this traditional Italian meal. Prepare a delectable Italian-inspired menu completely from scratch with guidance from Chef Paige. Practice and perfect techniques like pasta-making and deglazing to create mouthwatering sauces and tender, chewy noodles....
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef
New York
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
The Best of Italian Favorites
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Master a menu of Old World specialties for an authentic, home-cooked Italian dinner. Discover the secrets of cooking like a true Italian chef in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Kenneth. From preparing pillowy gnocchi to crafting crispy cannoli for dessert, you'll explore an array of time-honored methods used for...
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Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Holiday
Celebration of Global Eats
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Sample dishes from all around the global in this celebration of blended cuisine. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Jasmine combines exciting elements from several regional cuisines into one spectacular meal. Her expertise in world cuisine will open your eyes to delicious possibilities and bring the richness of...
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Chef Jasmine
Serving the NYC area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Gourmet Baking for the Holidays
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get into the festive spirit with this sweet workshop featuring an array of gourmet treats. If the impulse to bake magical holiday creations is upon you, then this hands-on cooking class is the perfect forum for learning. You'll have step-by-step instruction from an esteemed chef as you prepare bakes that are as lovely...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
Who are cooking classes in NYC suitable for?
There are cooking classes in NYC that reach cooks of all abilities, from curious foodies to eager home chefs in all regions of the city. If you’ve never set foot in a kitchen before, you’ll have a safe space to make your entrée into the world of food prep. And if you have any level of skill with cuisine, you’ll find an atmosphere that encourages growth and learning. Couples can cook together with date night sessions, children can join their parents in family fun courses and friend groups can find sweet ways to bond by choosing from a catalog brimming with exciting culinary moments.
What should I expect during a cooking class in NYC?
First and foremost, you should expect to have a good time when you step into cooking classes in NYC! Professional chefs at the peak of their skills create a casual yet energetic atmosphere that encourages culinary creativity. All materials and ingredients necessary are provided — all you need to bring is a curious spirit and a willingness to learn. You’ll have time to practice techniques as you prepare top-notch dishes you can enjoy afterward. With step-by-step instruction and menus filled with magnificent fare, these culinary experiences in NYC provide a prime environment for expanding your abilities.
What cooking techniques and skills will I master?
A multitude of traditional and contemporary techniques are featured in cooking classes in New York City. Depending on your interests, you might learn baking techniques refined over generations or the latest viral cake decorating methods. Every session contains a set of smaller lessons that help you bring your creations to life, skills like efficient use of various kitchen tools and effective ways to layer flavors for maximum impact. You may even find specialty courses that focus on specific techniques like masterful grilling or artisanal charcuterie creation. No matter the subject, culinary classes in NYC are perfect for enhancing your abilities in the kitchen.
What are the benefits of taking a cooking class in NYC?
Think of cooking experiences in NYC as low-pressure sessions at a culinary academy with personal guidance provided. You’ll enjoy instruction from prime chefs around the city who love helping student cooks elevate their talents and discover new tastes and textures. Meet fellow foodies and make new friends as you explore the gourmet community in a format where having fun while preparing food is the key to success. Come away from your session with a host of new recipes for your personal cookbook and a new sense of confidence in your own flair for preparing fabulous fare. And with every next cooking class in NYC on your agenda, you’ll add new dimensions to your gastronomic skills.
What types of cooking classes in NYC can I choose from?
Cooking classes in NYC are an ideal way to sample the incredible food found in eateries around the city. Learn to make your pizza from dough to toppings while working with some of the top pizza makers on the scene. Create your own steakhouse selections that rival the finest dining rooms around town. You can reinvent your holiday dinners, incorporate decadent treats into your dining plans and master your favorite global specialties so you can recreate them in your own kitchen. By tapping into the variety of top cooking classes in NYC, there’s a world of delicious cuisine waiting to be explored.
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.