Top Brooklyn Cooking Classes

The food choices in Brooklyn can be overwhelming—but on this small-group walking tour, you'll discover the best of the borough's culinary destinations. Exploring characterful neighborhoods like Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill, you can look forward to trying everything from Middle Eastern baked goods and Italian bites to old-fashioned soda fountain treats and beyond. By the end of the tour, walk away with new local knowledge, and receive tips for the rest of your trip.

Discover the elegance of Italian cooking in NYC with this hands-on class hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to a small group, the workshop introduces essential pasta-making skills and authentic flavors. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Whipped ricotta crostini with pomegranate, pumpkin seeds and honey - Main course: Handmade potato gnocchi with Florentine sauce of roasted garlic, tomato confit and spinach - Dessert: Classic tiramisù layered with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone and cocoa Enjoy your creations while learning techniques you can bring back to your own kitchen.

Head off the tourist trail and get a taste for Brooklyn's food culture on this small-group or private walking tour. Come hungry, and follow your guide to eclectic foodie hotspots in the Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO neighborhoods—many of which only the locals know about. As you go, sample a range of sweet and savory delights, and discover locals-loved food businesses and markets that many visitors overlook.

Join Chef Shota for a fun, beginner-friendly sushi-making class. You’ll learn how to prep, layer, and roll two crowd-pleasers: a fresh California roll and a colorful veggie roll. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your knife skills and pick up expert tips on presentation. Chill setting, tasty bites, and homemade sushi you’ll actually want to remake at home — what’s not to love?

Master one of Italy’s most beloved comfort dishes in a stylish NYC setting. In this immersive class, Chef Davis breaks down the fundamentals of fresh pasta, from mixing and kneading dough to rolling it thin enough for perfectly tender ravioli. You’ll create either a large raviolo or classic stuffed ravioli, filled with ricotta, spinach and Parmigiano Reggiano for a rich, balanced bite. As your pasta cooks, learn to build a fragrant butter and sage sauce softened with cream, designed to complement rather than overpower the filling. Chef Davis shares pro tips on sealing techniques, cooking timing and plating so your dish looks as refined as it tastes. With personal instruction, premium ingredients and a complete meal included, this experience turns pasta night into something unforgettable.

Turn sushi night into a skill-building culinary experience in the heart of NYC. In this interactive class, Chef Davis breaks down the essentials of sushi-making step by step. Begin by mastering seasoned sushi rice, the foundation of every great roll. Then practice precise knife work as you prepare fresh produce for balanced texture and presentation. You’ll assemble a California roll with avocado, surimi and cucumber before crafting a bright veggie roll with mango, avocado and cucumber. Chef Davis demonstrates proper rolling pressure, shaping and slicing so each piece holds together beautifully. By the end of class, you’ll sit down to enjoy your handmade sushi feast — confident, capable and ready to recreate these classic rolls at home.

This isn’t just an ice cream outing — it’s a sweet little family event. Hosted in Queens, this 90-minute sundae decorating class invites kids to scoop, stack and style their own signature creations while adults kick back and enjoy unlimited tastings of boozy flavors. Young creators will get step-by-step guidance to build their sundaes, from choosing their base to piling on colorful toppings and fun finishing touches. The atmosphere is easygoing and low-pressure, so creativity leads the way. No experience needed — just imagination and a sweet tooth. Everything kids make during class is 100% alcohol-free and safe for all ages. Adults get the tasting perks, kids get the decorating spotlight — and everyone leaves happy (and a little sugary).

Discover three local breweries around Brooklyn on this all-inclusive small group tasting tour. Follow your guide around to the different breweries in different neighborhoods, traveling by subway in between. Enjoy tastings at each brewery and get a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process. Includes a complimentary snack and transportation costs.