New Haven’s culinary scene sizzles with hands-on cooking classes that transform kitchen novices into confident home chefs. From pizza crafting to gourmet techniques, local culinary schools offer immersive experiences that showcase the city’s rich gastronomic heritage.
Whether you’re a Yale student looking to expand your skills or a local foodie craving culinary knowledge, New Haven’s cooking classes provide personalized instruction across diverse cuisines and skill levels, right in the heart of Elm City.
Discover New Haven’s tastiest cooking class adventures!
Featured Cooking Classes in New Haven
- ConnCAT Culinary Arts Academy
- Consiglio's Restaurant
- Mary's Culinary Classes LLC (North Branford)
- New Haven Pizza School
- Olives and Oil
- Taste of New Haven
ConnCAT Culinary Arts Academy
What to Expect
Community-focused culinary job training program with comprehensive professional development
Description
ConnCAT's Culinary Arts Academy offers comprehensive professional training for adult learners, providing hands-on culinary skills across food service, baking, and hospitality. The intensive 2-week program culminates in a 6-month apprenticeship, preparing students for careers through practical training and national certification opportunities.
Where: New Haven | More Info: ConnCAT Culinary Arts Academy
Consiglio's Restaurant
What to Expect
Four-course Italian cooking demonstration with chef-prepared dinner
Description
Consiglio's Restaurant hosts intimate demonstration-style cooking classes led by Chef Ray Gennaro, featuring four-course gourmet Italian meals. Guests observe professional culinary techniques while enjoying a complete dinner, with each class presenting a unique seasonal menu highlighting regional Italian ingredients and preparations.
Where: New Haven | More Info: Consiglio's Restaurant
Mary's Culinary Classes LLC (North Branford)
What to Expect
Multi-location cooking workshops with professionally trained husband-wife instructor team
Description
Mary's Culinary Classes offers hands-on cooking workshops across multiple Connecticut parks and recreation centers. Led by Mary Amter, an experienced home cook with Italian culinary roots, and her husband Gregg, an award-winning culinary arts instructor, these classes span diverse cooking styles and skill levels. ServSafe certified instructors provide interactive experiences for adults, children, private groups, and special events.
Where: North Branford | More Info: Mary's Culinary Classes LLC
New Haven Pizza School
What to Expect
World's first pizza school dedicated to New Haven-style pizza
Description
New Haven Pizza School offers immersive, hands-on pizza-making classes exclusively focused on authentic New Haven-style pizza. Led by Frank Zabski, classes cover dough preparation, sauce making, pizza assembly, and baking techniques in a relaxed, family-style environment. Students learn traditional methods, including dough tossing and New Haven pizza history, with demonstrations at Next Door in New Haven.
Where: New Haven | More Info: New Haven Pizza School
Olives and Oil
What to Expect
Open-air kitchen pizza and pasta making workshops
Description
Hands-on cooking classes at Olives and Oil offer intimate culinary experiences in an open-air kitchen. Participants learn specialized techniques for crafting pizza, pasta, and cannoli from skilled chefs, with each two-hour workshop concluding in a tasting paired with wine or beer.
Where: New Haven | More Info: Olives and Oil
Taste of New Haven
What to Expect
New Haven pizza culture exploration with historical narrative
Description
Taste of New Haven offers walking food tours and pizza-focused culinary experiences that explore the city's rich gastronomic landscape. Guided by local historians and food experts, tours showcase New Haven's distinctive cuisine, architectural heritage, and cultural stories through carefully curated tasting routes.
Where: New Haven | More Info: Taste of New Haven