Fun Cooking Classes in NYC

Discover a whole new perspective on fresh cheese during this enticing cooking class. Chef Iliana guides you through the traditional and gourmet techniques of crafting your own cheese from whole milk, as well as assembling delightful charcuterie boards with an assortment of fresh ingredients. Work with lemon, seasonal fruit and vegetables, various crackers and scrumptious jams that complement the cheese. Then, take home your newfound skills to impress your...

There's no better way to bring crunch and flavor to your home table than the coastal-style tacos you'll create in Chef Natacha's delicious in-person cooking class. Let her demonstrate her masterful techniques for achieving incredible dishes filled with phenomenally fresh elements. You'll prepare handmade taco shells from scratch and create a filling of either fiery fiesta shrimp or al pastor using chicken or pork for Mexican-inspired bites like nothing you...

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...

Learn how to craft delicious sushi rolls in this engaging cooking class led by Chef Iliana. You'll learn the techniques to make the perfect sushi roll every time. To start, you'll make a California roll with nori sheets and sticky sushi rice. Layer surimi, avocado and cucumber then learn how to wrap it tightly and cut even rolls.Next, make a vegetable version of the sushi roll without the fish. Expertly plate your sushi before indulging in your creations.M...

Learn how to craft authentic gyoza in this engaging cooking class. Chef Iliana will teach you the techniques to create these traditional Chinese dumplings.You'll have the option to create meat or vegetable dumplings packed with flavor with a filling made from carrots, scallions, ginger and garlic. Make both the dumpling dough and filling from scratch before frying them to crispy perfection. Next, make a flavorful soy and citrus dipping sauce to enjoy with...

Elevate your taco-building skills in this immersive cooking class. Let Chef Iliana teach you advanced techniques for crafting classic Mexican meals from scratch. Create dishes starting with fresh tortillas made with corn flour, salt and water, then continue on to fill your taco with chicken or fish. You'll also have topping options of seasonal vegetables, avocado, tomato, onions and cilantro. Take your newfound skills home to try out in the comfort of your...

Enter the world of Spanish cuisine with a vegan cooking class. Feast on creamy and smooth avocado guacamole combined with pomegranate or try a delicious sweet potato and black bean empanada with some mouthwatering vegan mayonnaise. Then, learn how to make a Spanish vegetable stew. End with bite-size potatoes with spices. MENUPomegranate Guacamole With Raw Veggies With pomegranate molasses, avocado, tomato, bell peppers and jicama Sweet Potato & Black B...

Take back the '90s-style TV dinners and turn them gourmet in this fun cooking class. Culinary enthusiast Chef Kymberly will be your engaging guide as you learn an expert's cooking techniques and methods for revamping old-school recipes.You'll get to make five fun small bites in this class, beginning with crispy herby green pea fritters which will help you perfect your frying skills. You'll also get to make golden panko fried chicken strips with a spicy, re...

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...

Prepare a robust yet delicate menu that showcases the sweet and savory flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Misun. You'll learn the secrets behind what makes your favorite dishes so comforting and classic.Begin by preparing beef, pork and veal meatballs for an Italian wedding soup that is sure to warm you up. For the main course, learn to prepare pasta from scratch as you make homemade ravioli with a butternut squash filling. Smother y...

Have a special date night avocado cooking class and spark the romance over an appetizing setup. Make various dishes with avocado in the company of your loved one. Prepare panko crumbs avocado with cheese and refreshing cucumber bites too. Then, prepare zucchini and avocado Bolognese with aromatic fresh garlic and red wine. Ultimately, awaken your senses with the smoothest chocolate mint avocado pudding with sublime coconut cream. MENUAvocado 2 Ways With av...

Upgrade your holiday eats with this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Ivan. You'll learn elegant yet easy recipes that bring wholesome flavors and comforting aromas to the table.Make an impressive appetizer out of perfectly-roasted carrots simmering in a flavor-packed ginger soup with crispy leeks. For your entrée, learn to cook tender roasted pork to perfection to be served in a lovely red wine pear sauce. Add excitement to your regular vegetables by co...