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92nd Street Y is a prestigious cultural and community center that brings people together through art, entertainment, and conversation. With a wide range of classes and programs, as well as top-notch events and concerts, it offers something for everyone, regardless of age or interest.
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Pasta
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Pasta—hands-down Italy’s most iconic food—comes in hundreds of shapes and is served in thousands of ways. Join Francine Segan, noted food historian and author of Pasta Modern, for an amusing talk on pasta’s tantalizing history, interesting regional variations, and what’s cutting edge in Italy today. Talk includes: Tastings of several pasta dishes Pasta Lover’s Tour of Italy Trivia contest with prizes
Happy, Healthy Eating from the Experts
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Meal planning for your entire family can be a full-time job in and of itself, so how can we get ahead of things like healthy snack preparation and making sure picky eaters are still getting their nutrients on a daily basis? Join us for a discussion and helpful tips with experts from Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone. We will discuss how to approach your child’s nutrition with a focus on healthy eating, snacking, and how to feed even...
Healthy Ingredient Substitute
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Whether you are cooking for children, facing dietary restrictions, or just want to learn some fun and healthy recipes—this class is for you! Join wellness expert, Diane Hoch, as she swaps out unhealthy ingredients with those that are more nutritious, all without skimping out on flavor! This class is Gluten free, dairy free, and vegan. Tastings include: Mac and “Cheese” Creamy Garlic and Balsamic Vinaigrette ...
Dining in Downton Abbey
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Discover the elaborate etiquette, enchanting entertainments and dishes Mrs. Patmore would have been proud to send to the table. Vivid descriptions of Lord Grantham-esque dinner parties, afternoon teas, cotillions and elegant picnics will transport you back in time, while you learn all the popular toasts of the era and when it’s proper to remove your gloves or tip your hat. The event includes a trivia contest on the uses for now-obsolete objects...
Ten Herbs & Spices That Will Change Your Life
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Tired of the same old dinners? Bored with your everyday meals? Well it’s time for that to change … and it’s simple. Learn from a master how to use easy to access herbs and spices from the world over to transform and elevate your cooking to new culinary heights.
Herbal Sodas
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Brace yourselves for the palate explosion that these fizzy, buzzy sodas are sure to bring! While there are more choices on the market now for sparkly fermented beverages made with healthier ingredients, like kombucha and fruit sodas made with real fruit and cane sugar, they can be a bit on the pricey side. Fortunately, it is fairly easy to make these delicious beverages in your home kitchen. Join us to learn how to brew your own carbonated herbal...
Fall Ferments
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Fermentation is one of the oldest food processing methods still used today. Scientifically known as zymology, it is the conversion of carbohydrates into alcohols, carbon dioxide, yeast or bacteria. Beer, miso, sourdough, kefir, kimchi and many other delicious foods we love are the product of fermentation. In this course, we will explore fermentation with a focus on the basic science behind making sauerkraut and why it’s good for you. Plus, we’ll...
The Secret Life of Spices
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Join Ethan Frisch, chef and cofounder of Burlap & Barrel, the first comprehensive single origin spice company in the US, for a deep dive into the politics, economics, and most importantly, the flavors of sourcing beautiful, equitable spices with the 92Y’s resident Food Historian, Francine Segan. Discover how spices are grown and the many ways to use them. We’ll explore their incredible stories of history, culture, travel, and trade and hear...
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Barbeque
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Meet Warren Norstein, a Jewish kid from Brooklyn who went from cooking at Bouley to earning rave reviews from the New York Times for his BBQ. Discover the fascinating story of barbeque, one of America’s favorite regional specialties, as you nibble gourmet delights including smoked brisket and dirty rice pudding from Big W.
The Astounding Tastes of Mexico
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It is amazing to consider how many foods originated in Mexico. Did you know that Mexico’s indigenous civilizations first grew avocados, beans, chiles and corn? That cacao (chocolate) was cultivated by the ancient Aztecs? That mole is often made from over 50 ingredients? To say nothing of tequila! Learn all about the fantastic flavors of Mexico while sipping on tequila and noshing on homemade guacamole.
Duck Tongues and Goose Intestines
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Duck Tongues and Goose Intestines: On appreciating texture and mouthfeel in Chinese Food, and other delights of Chinese gastronomy. Why eat duck tongues and goose intestines? The Chinese enjoyment of fiddly ingredients and foods with interesting textures but no real flavor has often baffled Westerners. Chef, award-winning writer and author of Land of Fish and Rice: Recipes from the Culinary Heart of China, Fuchsia Dunlop offers a fascinating look...
POILÂNE: The Secrets of the World-Famous Bread Bakery
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Bread. Paris. Poilâne. Apollonia Poilâne, third-generation baker and owner of the bakery on the rue du Cherche-Midi that produces the most revered loaf in the world, sits down with award-winning writer and New York Times food columnist Melissa Clark to share stories and recipes from her first cookbook, POILÂNE: The Secrets of the World-Famous Bread Bakery. Apollonia shares never-before revealed secrets to reproducing the venerable Parisian...
Foods of Puerto Rico
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Three time bodybuilding champion, amateur boxer and wellness expert, Sam López, discusses Puerto Rican culture, food and his unique 10-seat pop-up restaurant with 92Y’s very own resident food historian, Francine Segan. Talk will include a tasting of a pastelon — Puerto Rican lasagna — and a raspberry toasted almond topped flan.
California Dreamin'
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Sample big wines from California, matched with equally robust cheeses from the Golden State.
Wines Around the World
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Learn how to ID color, smell and taste wine, and learn which wines pair perfectly with select chocolates and cheeses.
A Gourmet Lovers Guide to Italy
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Discover Italy’s most beloved culinary contributions: savory, sweet, and poured! This series of lectures by food historian Francine Segan will take a deep dive into the unique and inspiring food and drink that make Italy a traveler’s dream. And you won’t even have to leave New York! Attendees will walk away from these talk and tasting evenings with a better understanding of the regions, ingredients, and language of Italy’s food and wine culture....
Winter Whites & Robust, Rustic Red Wines
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Sample a selection of winter-worthy white wines and hardy red wines from various regions, discussing differences in growing regions, characteristic similarities and contrasts, while learning how to pair with cheese and meals. A selection of bubbly, white and red wines will be poured. Cheese served.
Ultimate Grilling
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Just in time for grilling season, world-renown experts Jamie Purviance, author of Weber’s Ultimate Grilling and Elizabeth Karmel, author of Steak and Cake, discuss their new cookbooks, essential recipes, techniques, ingredients, and one-of-a-kind tips in food science so you’re ready for summer entertaining. Includes a sample tasting and book signing.
The Wine Guy: How to Buy and Enjoy Wine
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Everybody loves to drink wine, but when it comes to buying it, so many of us are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of choices, and intimidated because we don't think we "know" enough about wine to take a chance. Too often we end up buying the same Merlot, Cabernet, or Chardonnay because we don't have the confidence to try something different. In this class, taste your way through the eight "everyday" grapes and will learn how to match their qualities...
Italy's Cheeses
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Discover Italy’s most beloved culinary contributions: savory, sweet, and poured! Italy is one of the word’s more renowned cheese producers, with well over 300 unique types. Enjoy guided tastings and virtual tours of how cheeses, like Emilia-Romagna’s famed Parmigiano-Reggiano are made. Discover the stories behind Italy’s sheep milk pecorinos, tangy goat milk caprino cheeses, water buffalo mozzarella, and burrata. Learn how cook with authentic...
Reviews of 92nd Street Y
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Drawing for Beginners
I love this class. Learning a lot about drawing. -
Watercolors for Absolute Beginners
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Drawing for Beginners
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Colored Pencils for Beginners
Erin is lovely!! Really encouraging of expression in all its forms. It was such a great way to feel comfortable with coloured pencils. -
Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
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Drawing with Pastel
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Getting Started with Oil Painting
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Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
This watercolor class was a revelation—beautifully structured, thoughtfully paced, and led by an inspiring instructor, Allison, who made even the most complex techniques feel within reach. As someone who had never touched watercolor before, I left my first year not only confident but with a piece accepted into an art show—proof of just how transformative and empowering this class truly is. -
Precious Metal Clay II
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Twisted Wire Jewelry
This class involves one project, a lovely twisted wire ring, although if you're quicker or more skilled (I'm just kind of intermediate), you may have time for an extra piece. It was challenging, but I learned a lot and was pretty proud of what I accomplished. It will be even more exciting when the new jewelery labs at 92nd Street Y open with new equipment! -
Mosaic Art Crash Course
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Collage Then and Now
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Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined
Susan is an EXCEPTIONAL teacher! I learned so much and had so much fun! HIGHEST recommendation! -
Getting Started with Oil Painting
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Drawing with Pastel
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Drawing for Beginners
Bernado is amazing. I learned so many new things and had a blast drawing and learning from him. Would definitely recommend and take again. -
Beginner Jewelry Projects
Michelle was great as were the other classmates -
Multiple Approaches to Enameling (Intermediate/Advanced)
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Multiple Approaches to Enameling (Intermediate/Advanced)
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Collage Then and Now