Culinary (Meals) Classes in NYC, New York

Listen. Smell. Touch. Taste. Engage the Senses on an unforgettable journey. Dinners in the Dark are multi-course meals eaten while blindfolded. Without sight, diners’ other senses are heightened. Smells, textures and tastes all become more intense. Arrive at our door, don a blindfold and let us take you on an unforgettable ride. Things to Know:...

Escape to Valencia with our authentic Spanish Paella class! In this fun and interactive class, you will learn how to create this famous Spanish favourite known for its signature golden saffron hue, smoky flavours of chorizo, fresh shrimp and textured vegetables. You will also learn how to flavour profile and blend Spanish flavours, and where to source...

Discover one of the most interesting and complex flavors in the culinary world: the truffle! Our partners Urbani Truffles source the freshest truffles from around the world, and we'll teach you how to use them. From understanding how to cook with this luxury ingredient to learning about its origins, join us in a truffle fest! Sample menu: Truffle...

You love to eat it, now make it yourself! Learn the necessary ingredients and equipment, where to buy them and then roll, roll, roll! We focus on norimaki: uramaki temaki gunkan maki using vegetables tuna salmon fish roe All classes are complimented with local beer and wine. For our Sushi Basics class we even throw in some local sake!...

Only chef-instructor John Scoff can let you in on the secrets of the best brunch dishes in town, courtesy of his South Carolina roots. Classic Shrimp and Grits Eggs Benedict with Fried Green Tomatoes with Spiced Hollandaise Sweet Cream Biscuits with Macerated Berries Micheladas (spicy beer cocktails) Note: Please make sure to ring the outside...

A classic Mexican menu that will be useful over and over again. The guacamole alone is a great entertaining staple, it stands out from anything store-bought and says "Welcome!" to your friends and guests. Chef Paul's Killer Guacamole Green Chicken Enchiladas Drunken Beans, Yellow Rice with Tomatoes and Onions Spicy Mexican Chocolate Cake and Homemade...

One of our most popular menus, combining the classic Italian bruschetta with glistening roasted and stuffed tomatoes, Chef Paul’s signature speedy gnocchi, tender chicken breast, and creamy polenta.  Tomato and basil bruschetta  Stuffed tomatoes with rice and parmesan Spinach gnocchi with ricotta  Roasted chicken breast ...

This class will offer you a valuable set of culinary techniques to move you along in your kitchen education. Knife Skills Cooking Meat to Perfection (Pan-Roasted Chicken) Making Flavorful Pan Sauces (Classic Chicken Gravy) Roasting Vegetables (Roasted Potatoes + Seasonal Vegetables) Blanching Green Vegetables (String Beans with Lemon Gremolata)...

Tacos made from homemade corn tortillas are unbeatable. And believe us when we say they are ridiculously easy and fun to make. We'll fill them with all kinds of delicious ingredients and you will look forward to your excuse to through a taco party. Guacamole en Molcajete (homemade in a mortar and pestle) Homemade Masa Corn Tortillas Three Taco...

Chinese Takeout? Yes, please! Leave the take-out menu at home and join us for Chinese favorites with a TBK twist! We’ll master delicious General Tso’s Chicken and learn to make scrumptious Chicken Scallion Dumplings with a dipping sauce that is so amazingly good, it’ll leave you wanting more.  No takeout meal is complete without a custom...

Explore the unique ingredients, simple techniques and sometimes fiery recipes of Thai cooking, one of the most distinctive of Southeast Asia.  You’ll learn to cook authentic versions of some of the country’s most popular recipes, then sit down to enjoy them with beer (the drink of choice) and wines.  You’ll make:  Summer Rolls...

All the Spanish highlights! Menu: Mussel and Chorizo Paella Crostini with Manchego, Jamon, Roasted Peppers, and Green Olives Roasted Potatoes with Romesco Sauce Gambas Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp) Catalan Tomato-Garlic Toasts Note: Please make sure to ring the outside buzzer, even if the front door is open, so we know you are arriving! Important:...

Learn how to cook fish perfectly. Basic Cooking for Easy Home Cooked Meals Menu:  Sautéed Nantucket Scallops (Northeastern delicacy) Halibut Oreganata Braised Escarole with Garlic Poached Pears with Cherries in a Port Wine Reduction

Join us as we taste and explore the most popular Indian spices and create our favorite recipes from scratch. Want to learn the difference between whole spices and ground, and coriander versus cumin? The variety of Indian spices and combinations are never-ending, and we love them all.  From toasting and blending our own flavorful spices for Garam...

Chef Paul spent his childhood summers in Provence, and has vivid memories of slow family meals eaten outdoors, made with freshest ingredients. This class introduces some of his favorite recipes, and will share the pleasure of those typically French gatherings. Goat Cheese Salad Provençal Vegetable Soup with Pesto  Roasted Cornish Hens Green...