Cooking Classes for Beginners in NYC

Learn the art of designing handmade gnocchi in this delightfully immersive cooking class. Under the guidance of Chef iliana, you'll discover classic techniques and processes for preparing light and fluffy gnocchi from sweet potato dough through the sauce to top off your delectable dish. Work with fresh ingredients like sweet potato, flour, ricotta, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce and basil. Bring your newfound menu-building kitchen skills home t...

Make lifelong memories and a whole lot of good food in this cooking class designed for kids and adults. Led by culinary enthusiast Chef Jimi, this hands-on class will feature an insightful lesson in pasta-making along with an expert's cooking tips and techniques.Both children and adults will love the hands-on nature of making fresh pasta as they prepare a divine Alfredo sauce and a savory pancetta and peas sauce to serve it in. For dessert, you'll have a d...

The intriguing flavors of Chinese cuisine come to life in this interactive cooking class from Chef Kenneth. He'll provide step-by-step instruction for creating your own versions that bring the best of traditional takeout favorites to your home dining regimen. Explore heritage techniques used to prepare handmade potstickers filled with tender pork and aromatic leeks, plus a spicy ponzu reduction perfect for dipping. Then, practice steaming savory Chilean se...

Discover the magic of a Japanese bento box in this interactive cooking class with Chef Ivan. He'll teach you the basics of creating a balanced bento box and then help you prepare a variety of recipes to fill your bento box. Some selections include umami-packed miso soup with tofu, pan-seared pork dumplings, fresh sushi and more. You'll also learn to make vanilla ube ice cream with purple potatoes as a sweet treat to end this bento box class. MENUMiso SoupW...

This immersive cooking class is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to make vibrant dishes from all over the world. Chef Jasmine will teach you four beloved recipes as you learn culinary skills and insightful knowledge about world cultures and cuisines. To start, you'll learn to make a classic chicken tikka masala and you'll serve it over pasta. Next, discover the incredible flavors of Jamaican curry chicken dumplings and bhagi, a simple and wholesome Car...

In this knife skills cooking class, Chef Paul will explain how to choose the best knives — and how to take care of the ones you already own. He’ll teach you refined slicing, dicing and chopping techniques, which you’ll utilize to create every dish, from the appetizer to the dessert. You’ll prepare a variety of delicious dishes, including tomato bruschetta, roasted chicken with vegetables and apple tarte. Chef Paul will teach you how to chop and sli...

In this fun cooking class, Chef Jamie will guide you through the art of crafting a wholesome four-course vegetarian meal inspired by classic Mediterranean cuisine. Delve into the delectable world of Greek flavors and learn valuable culinary techniques that allow you to create dishes that are delicious yet light and nourishing.Kickstart your culinary journey with vibrant homemade chickpea falafels and creamy tzatziki. Whip up some couscous studded with roas...

Elevate your weekend brunch with the recipes in this immersive cooking class. Chef Danny will teach you three dishes for your brunch table. Start by making homemade lemon raspberry ricotta pancakes for a decadent, fluffy start to the meal. Then, make French toast topped with a velvety ricotta cream and fresh blueberries. Then, whip up savory eggs Benedict with a crispy and salty pancetta to finish your meal. These impressive dishes will be the perfect way...

No matter how much you love indulging in Italian food, it's always better when it's homemade, as you'll learn in this savory in-person cooking class. Chef Kenneth shares his favorite dishes from this timeless culture with each recipe infused with authentic Old World flavor. You'll discover the magic of arancini, crisp rice spheres made from risotto and served with fresh marinara, and handcrafted gnocchi prepared using potato dough and topped with creamy go...

Embark on an immersive culinary journey with Chef Ivan as he unveils the secrets of Georgian cuisine. In this hands-on class, discover the art of crafting an authentic Georgian feast, known as a "supra." Slice and dice fresh tomatoes and cucumbers for a vibrant salad, while blending spinach, walnuts, pomegranate, and cilantro for a classic dip. Create Georgian bread cheese boats with egg yolk and butter, and pan-fry butterflied Cornish hens. Finally, indul...

Make a fantastic Mediterranean menu in this cooking class with Chef Jimi.In this cooking class, you’ll learn how to perfectly balance different spices, grill meats and work with phyllo dough to create a complete Mediterranean meal. Start by making crispy falafel and creamy hummus, paired with warm, fresh pita bread. For the main course, you can pick between making chicken souvlaki or a flavorful gyro, seasoned with authentic Mediterranean spices. Wrap up...

Get a feel for the sunny shores of Jamaica in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jasmine. As you cook, you'll learn more about this beautiful country and the tropical tastes and textures that its cuisine is known for. Kick off this fun class with scrumptious sweet festival dumplings made with cornmeal and sugar. For the main dish, learn how to make authentic jerk chicken and create a refreshing ranch coleslaw to enjoy on the side. Complete the meal with...