Beginner Cooking Classes in NYC
Take beginner cooking classes in NYC for a test drive to get rolling with the gourmet goodness. Easy-going courses led by local chefs introduce novice cooks in Harlem, Manhattan and Queens to the delicious traditions of home cooking in the Big Apple. You'll create menus that capture the adventurous spirit of the city's best metropolitan cuisine or celebrate the simplicity of family style dining. Practice fundamental techniques and learn skills you can build on while crafting menus brimming with fabulous flavor. These cooking sessions in NYC provide a perfect introduction to the joy of cooking for anyone who's ready to make the leap. Sign up for beginner cooking classes in NYC soon to make your life more delicious.
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Mediterranean With A Modern Twist
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Shake off your dining doldrums with a dash of intriguing international flavor. Sample the best contemporary Mediterranean dishes in a hands-on cooking class featuring a delicious dinner filled with coastal favorites. Chef Paul is ready to show you how to modernize traditional recipes that today's gourmet is sure to...
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Chef Paul
New York
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French Gourmand Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the skills to prepare an elegant menu of French classics. Treat yourself to dinner at a fine French bistro by learning haute cuisine skills at this cooking class. Guided by the chef tutor, you’ll discover professional kitchen techniques as you create classic coq au vin blanc and a side of truffled pommes...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Mastering Buttery Brioche
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft your own brioche and get inspiration for hundreds of recipes. Learn the fundamental techniques behind light and buttery brioche at this practical cooking class. Guided by the expert chef, you’ll make a laminated dough and use it as a base for a trio of recipes. Herbs and cheese are added to make delicious...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Spirit of Italy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Transform your weekend with a menu of Italian favorites. Explore the culinary secrets from one of the world’s best-loved cuisines at this Italian cooking class. Your chef instructor will teach you the tricks of the trade as you prepare chicken Parmesan with a rich tomato sauce and fettuccine pasta from scratch....
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Taste of Spring Brunch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the arrival of warmer days with a brunch menu of French cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll highlight delicious spring ingredients and timeless French dishes as you prepare a menu of brunch favorites. Start by roasting asparagus to pair with prosciutto crisps and move onto a classic leek and...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Dinner in Acapulco - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Whisk your date away for dinner in Mexico at this spicy session. Learn new skills and have fun together at a date night cooking class celebrating Mexican favorites. Led by a skilled chef, you’ll prepare vibrant tequila shrimp with mango cilantro relish, poblano rice with roasted peppers and garlic and a cool twist...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Precision Macarons for Spring
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make authentic French macarons completely from scratch. In this immersive cooking class, you’ll join an expert chef to uncover the secrets to perfect crispy and chewy macarons. Under their guidance, you'll mix a light batter, practice piping and bake to exactly the right texture. Then you’ll make...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Brioche Basics for Beginners
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets to making fresh brioche from scratch. Discover the secrets to making perfect soft and fluffy brioche at this engaging cooking class. You’ll pick up key insights into making a brioche dough from scratch and use it to create both sweet and savory recipes, from brioche fried to become crisp donuts...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Mexican Street Tacos From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate the authentic flavors of Mexican street food in this taco-making class. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll recreate three iconic Mexican street tacos from scratch. Led by an expert chef, you'll begin by learning to make fresh, homemade corn tortillas, the foundation of Mexican cuisine. Then, prepare three...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Celebratory Spring Brunch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the new season with a delicious menu of brunch classics. Featuring fresh ingredients and fun recipes, this cooking class is a great way to boost your skills this spring. Guided by a chef instructor, you’ll follow steps to prepare a vibrant salad with fresh-picked asparagus and creamy prosciutto and build...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Classic French Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook French Cuisine Like a Pro. Learn to work the flavors of France in this hands-on cooking class! An instructor will share classic French cooking techniques for making succulent meat, sauce, roasting fresh potatoes and more. You'll get to savor up some dessert and by the end of the class, you'll be feeling like a...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
White Plains
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Spring Inspired Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the secrets to making fresh macarons inspired by spring. Add a spring sparkle to your macarons at this fresh cooking class. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to macarons, you’ll discover plenty of useful advice as the chef instructor guides you through whisking egg whites into meringue, adding...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in NYC
How much do Beginner classes in NYC cost?
Beginner cooking classes in NYC vary in cost depending on the chef, the size of your group and the menu you choose. Prices for beginner culinary classes are on a tiered structure based on these and other details specific to the class. Typically, the price per person for cooking classes ranges from $59 to over $100. Refer to the top of this page for starting prices for culinary classes. You can contact our helpful concierge team at any time to learn more and plan your cooking experience.
Who are these Beginner classes suitable for?
Designed with easy-to-follow instructions and a lively atmosphere, cooking courses for beginners are suitable for anyone interested in expanding their kitchen skills or moving from beginner to experienced home chef. Cooking lessons for beginners allow families, kids and teens to work together to complete a tasty and nutritious menu while picking up valuable skills. Plan a unique evening out with family, friends and colleagues. Cooking courses are perfect for a girls’ night out, a date night or a team building experience.
What should I expect during a typical class?
First and foremost, you should expect to have a fun and engaging experience in any culinary class you choose. Beginner cooking classes in NYC are led by esteemed chefs who show up with all of the freshest ingredients, modern equipment and kitchen tools needed to create a meal reminiscent of your favorite NYC steakhouse, Little Italy eatery or Chinatown restaurant. Chefs create a lively ambiance while you watch demonstrations, follow step-by-step guidance and ask any questions you may have. After preparing a sweet, savory or spice-infused menu, you’ll have the opportunity to sample and share your creations with the group.
What Beginner techniques and skills will I master?
Have you ever dreamed of preparing a meal worthy of your favorite NYC restaurant? Depending on the cooking lessons you book, you’ll learn various culinary techniques, including knife skills, seasoning blends, grilling, wok-frying and more. You could also learn how to prepare Mediterranean seafood, Spanish tapas and Caribbean-inspired specialties. Whether it’s New York-style pizza, cheesecake and bagels or Italian bread, French pastries and Indian curry blends, you’ll pick up essential skills to recreate your favorite flavors at home. Learn how to prepare dry-aged prime steak or knead homemade dough into fresh pasta inspired by restaurants like Benjamin Steakhouse, Forsythia and I Sodi.
What are the benefits of taking a Beginner class?
The benefits of top cooking classes near you include the opportunity to learn new skills, boost current talents, gain kitchen confidence and bond with family and friends while making memories. You’ll meet new people and discover shared interests as you pursue your culinary dreams. This is a chance to join gourmet chefs who are dedicated to their craft and excited to share their skills and knowledge with others. Discover new recipes to prepare at home for friends and family. Cooking sessions are also a unique way to learn about global cuisine and cultural traditions, whether your course is held in Brooklyn, Midtown, Tribeca, Chelsea or the Upper West Side.
What types of Beginner classes/menus can I choose from?
You can choose from a wide variety of cuisines, cultures and specialized techniques in your road to culinary confidence. Explore the art of sushi making or the fun of pasta making. Learn how to simmer, sauté and flambé French favorites inspired by Balthazar, create delicately layered tiramisu in the fashion of Don Angie’s or serve up a Katz’s Deli-worthy pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup. Likewise, you could choose to explore Mediterranean seafood, French pastries, Greek spanakopita, German strudel or African piri-piri chicken.
Where do the classes take place?
Local cooking lessons for beginners are held anywhere a meal can be prepared, whether it’s your place, the chef’s place or a third party even space like a hotel, banquet hall or local restaurant. Chefs who travel to your site arrive prepared and ready to go with all of the ingredients, tools and items needed to bake, grill, simmer or decorate. Refer to the destination map and venue image on each class page to help with discovering the location, whether your class is held at a cucina in Little Italy, a café in Chelsea or restaurants in Brooklyn, the East Side or Manhattan.
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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