Beginner Cooking Classes in Manhattan
New to cooking? Want to brush up on some basic culinary skills? With beginner cooking classes in Manhattan, chefs are ready to give you the knowledge needed to cook award-worthy meals. They welcome every skill level, even if you have no idea how to make your way around a kitchen! Your chef will work with you so you can learn the basics and prepare cuisines from around the globe. Grab an apron and get ready to learn! Book today.
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Delights From the New England Coast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cruise through the famous flavors of the New England coastline. Celebrate the finest flavors of New England at this coastal inspired cooking class. Guided by an expert chef with a passion for seafood, you’ll prepare and cook traditional crab cakes, with a flavorful aioli for dipping and buttermilk coleslaw on the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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Pasta-Making 101 for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Kids will get a hands-on lesson in pasta making and more from a professional chef. In this fun kids cooking class with Chef Jimi, kids and adults alike will learn how to make several delicious Italian dishes.
Begin with black truffle garlic bread, then prepare some pasta and combine with creamy sauce to make...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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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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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 crispy...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jamie VK
Brooklyn (Sunset Park)
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Kenneth
Serving the NYC area
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Caribbean-Infused American Classics
$135
Cooking Class
$135
In this class, you'll integrate the flavors and colors of Caribbean cooking with American staples. Thanks to its reliance on fresh fruits and bold spices, Caribbean cuisine is known for its striking yet balanced flavors. In this unique class, Chef Kymberly shows you how to use key elements of Caribbean cuisine to add...
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Chef Kymberly
Serving the Manhattan area
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Pop-up Class
Make Epic Coastal-Style Tacos
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Create handmade taco shells and flavorful fillings like shrimp or al pastor in this class. Discover the art of crafting coastal-style tacos in this fun cooking class with Chef Natacha. Start by preparing handmade taco shells from scratch, achieving the perfect crunch for your creations. Then, choose your filling:...
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Chef Natacha
Brooklyn (Prospect Heights)
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Tropical Feast
$125
Cooking Class
$125
A celebration of tropical flavors and ingredients. Take a trip to the tropics with this immersive cooking class. A top Chef Gabriel will guide you through the tips and techniques to create a vibrant spread inspired by tropical flavors.
Create a cold pasta salad with peanut sauce, offering a delightful medley of...
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Chef Gabriel
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 Georgian...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
New York
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Mediterranean Dishes Made Simple
$120
Cooking Class
$120
Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with creamy hummus, grilled meats and sweet baklava. Discover the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in this interactive cooking class with Chef Jimi. This experience is designed to teach you the art of balancing spices, grilling meats and working with phyllo dough for a...
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Chef Jimi
Serving the NYC area
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Craft Your Own Cupcake Bouquet
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Forget the flowers this Valentine’s Day; treat your beloved to an unforgettable cupcake bouquet. Learn to harness pro baking skills at this hands-on cooking class and create your very own edible bouquet of cupcakes. First, you’ll be shown how to make delicious chocolate cupcakes. Then, you’ll discover how to...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
New York
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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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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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