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Handmade Dumplings (LI)
CocuSocial Cooking Classes See all classes by this school @ 3505 Hampton Rd, , Oceanside, NY
Learn the secrets of crafting flavorful and colorful dumplings from scratch in this hands-on master class. Discover the art of infusing natural colors and flavors into dough, experiment with various fillings, and master the art of dumpling folding. Elevate your cooking expertise with insider tips on steaming dumplings to perfection.
Nov 19th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Dec 3rd
6:30–8:30pm ET
Dec 17th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Seasonal Farm-to-Table Date Night for Two
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Share a memorable evening cooking and dining over a seasonally inspired menu. With a chef guiding you, you will prepare a multi-course meal of fresh, locally sourced ingredients while mastering advanced culinary techniques. From searing scallops to crafting perfect risotto, you will gain hands-on experience and insider tips. Unwind, connect, and enjoy a deliciously fun night out.
Oct 30th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Nov 20th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Dec 2nd
6:30–9:30pm ET
Dec 13th
4–7pm ET
Ethiopian Exploration
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Bring the bold tastes of Ethiopian cooking to your own kitchen in this interactive class. You'll mix your own Berbere spice blend, prepare classic vegetarian plates, and bake fresh Injera from scratch. With an experienced instructor by your side, you'll work with aromatic spices and authentic methods. A great fit for adventurous home cooks ready to broaden their range and share a flavorful homemade meal.
Oct 29th
6:30–9pm ET
Nov 28th
5–7:30pm ET
Weeknight Chicken Dinners
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Discover versatile techniques for preparing juicy, flavorful chicken with just a few ingredients. Learn to sear, roast, braise, and marinate while creating rich sauces and complementary sides. Gain practical tips for knife skills, meal prep, storage, and efficient cooking, giving you plenty of inspiration for easy, satisfying dinners at home.
Nov 14th
11am–1:30pm ET
Nov 22nd
4–6:30pm ET
Holiday Rib Roast and Popovers
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Learn to prepare an impressive holiday feast featuring a perfectly cooked standing rib roast, crispy rosemary root vegetables, and airy thyme popovers. Discover expert techniques for coordinating preparation, crafting a rich red wine reduction, and balancing savory dishes with a dried cherry compote. Beginners are welcome, with hands-on instruction and recipes to recreate the meal at home.
Dec 19th
5–8pm ET
Dec 20th
4–7pm ET
Seasonal Farm-to-Table Date Night
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Spend a memorable evening cooking and dining over a seasonally inspired menu. With a chef guiding the way, you will prepare a multi-course meal of fresh, locally sourced ingredients while mastering advanced culinary technique. From searing scallops to building perfect risotto, you will gain hands-on experience and insider tips. Unwind, connect, and enjoy a fun night out.
Transform Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
Teaching Table See all classes by this school @ 12 Noel Dr, Ossining, NY
Discover creative ways to turn Thanksgiving staples into delicious new meals, from turkey pot pie and savory soups to mashed potato pancakes and filled dumplings. Learn practical techniques for repurposing ingredients, reducing food waste, and making the most of what’s on hand. With chef guidance, hands-on practice, and recipes to take home, you’ll gain fresh inspiration for your kitchen.
Nov 18th
6:30–9pm ET
Nov 28th
5–7:30pm ET
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Fine Cooking 1
The Institute of Culinary Education See all classes by this school @ 225 Liberty St, New York, NY
These are the classes on which our recreational program’s reputation was built. Over 15,000 students have taken this series. Once you master essential cooking techniques, you possess the culinary grounding to cook both classical cuisines and the latest cooking styles. These full-participation classes teach fundamental skills, not recipes. Instead of narrowly focusing on a roast duckling recipe, for example, you’ll master roasting techniques...
Culinary Boot Camp Level I: For Beginner Cooks
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
Lift your kitchen confidence through our hands-on, skills-based culinary series, ideal for beginner cooks. Each week, build essential techniques from knife skills and vegetable preparation to poultry butchering, braising, and pasta making. By the end of the course, you'll be adept at building a wide variety of delicious dishes in your own home.
Culinary Boot Camp for Everyone
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
We'll cover all the basic skills you need to get you started feeling comfortable and creative in the kitchen. Class #1: Knife Skills 101 Hanger Steak with Red Wine Pan Sauce Roasted Potatoes and Fennel String Beans with Lemon Gremolata Skills Covered: Knife Skills and Sharpening, Seasoning Techniques (Balancing Salt, Fat, Acid), Understanding Different Cuts of Beef, Browning Meats, Pan Sauces, Roasting Root Vegetables, Blanching Green...
Cooking 101: The Course for Absolute Beginners
The Institute of Culinary Education See all classes by this school @ Brookfield Place, New York, NY
In three relaxed, fun-filled classes, we'll get you on your cooking feet, teaching you how to prepare simple, healthful, delicious food. You want to make great food in a minimum amount of time but don't have a clue how to go about it. Or you're on your own for the first time and have discovered that eating out is expensive and takeout is tiresome. You need a small repertoire of dishes for daily dining but you can just about manage instant coffee....
Learning the Basics: Part I
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 236 W 26th St, New York, NY
From knife skills to learning how to braise your pork, this class will teach you everything you need to know for a lifetime of loving your kitchen. Everything you need to know for a lifetime of loving your kitchen. Class #1: Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic Sautéed Broccoli Rabe Fresh Fruit Crisp Skills Covered: Basic Knife Skills, Proper Seasoning Techniques (Correct Use of Salt and Acid to Enhance...
Six Basic Cooking Techniques (Alternate Menu)
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
This class will offers you a valuable set of culinary techniques to move you along in your kitchen education. The is a menu variation on our original Six Basic Cooking Techniques class. Knife Skills Browning Meats (Pan-Roasted Chicken) Making Flavorful Pan Sauces (Sherry-Thyme Gravy) Roasting Vegetables (Roasted Butternut Squash Puree; Roasted Potatoes and Fennel) Blanching Green Vegetables (Garlicky Broccoli Rabe)...
Learning the Basics: 4 Part Series
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 236 W 26th St, New York, NY
From knife skills to learning how to braise your pork, this class will teach you everything you need to know for a lifetime of loving your kitchen. Everything you need to know for a lifetime of loving your kitchen. Class #1: Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic Sautéed Broccoli Rabe Fresh Fruit Crisp Skills Covered: Basic Knife Skills, Proper Seasoning Techniques (Correct Use of Salt and Acid to Enhance...
Truly 20 Minute Dinners (special daytime class!)
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
No fooling. Twenty minutes start to finish. No better way to make sure you eat a home-cooked meal after a long day at work. Steak with Fresh Green Herb Sauce Roasted Sausages and Grapes with Balsamic and Rosemary Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken Penne Puttanesca with Chickpeas
Dining and Drinking in Provence -An Evening in Provence
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
Enjoy the lighter side of French cooking, packed with summery herbs and fresh produce. We will be pouring rosé wine, bien sûr! Pissaladière (fresh pizza with herbs, anchovies, caramelized onions, and olives) Roasted Duck Breast with Port-Thyme Jus Zucchini and Roasted Tomato Tian with Garlicky Breadcrumbs Fresh Cherry Clafoutis (baked puffy custard dessert)
Six Basic Cooking Techniques (Vegetarian Version)
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
After you’ve tackled these fundamental cooking techniques, there is no limit to the variation of plant-based meals you can make. Knife Skills Cooking Legumes (preparing and highly-seasoning chickpeas, white + black beans, and lentils) Preparing Grains (polenta, farro, quinoa, and rice) Roasting Vegetables (roasted seasonal vegetables; roasted chickpeas) Blanching Green Vegetables (garlicky broccoli rabe) Cooking Leafy...
Spring Farmer's Market Tour + Cooking Class
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 158 Grand St, New York, NY
Explore one of NYC’s most iconic food destinations with a guided tour of the Union Square Greenmarket. Sample seasonal produce, meet local vendors, and learn how to shop smart—from understanding what “local” really means to picking peak-quality ingredients. Then head to a nearby kitchen to transform your market finds into a fresh, seasonal meal to enjoy together.
Cooking with Fall Produce
Home Cooking New York See all classes by this school @ 236 W 26th St, New York, NY
This is the best time of year to hit the farmers market and see find out how to use all the brilliantly-colored produce that abounds this season. Menu: Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Pear-Cranberry Compote Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto Rosemary-Roasted Delicata Squash Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Warm Shallot Vinaigrette Cardamom Apple Crisp with Creme Fraiche
Knife Skills (Adult)
Taste Buds Kitchen See all classes by this school @ 109 W 27th St, New York, NY
Do you need a little extra confidence in the kitchen? Learning to master knife skills is the essential ingredient! Join us for a knife-skills-therapy session that will reinstate you as the boss of your kitchen. From chopping and mincing to slicing and dicing, we'll prove that knife skills aren't just for professionals. Practice your newly learned skills as you whip up the freshest Salsa, Jalapeno Lime Mayo Dipping Sauce and Sweet Potato Fries....