Where can I learn how to cook in Manhattan? I'm looking for reasonably priced classes for the complete novice.

Asked by Michael Sterling at 7:14 PM on May 27, 2009

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Posted by Dan at 9:57 AM on May 28, 2009

My buddy and I took classes at the French Culinary Institute in SoHo during the summer of 2002. It's Bobby Flay's alma mater. If you're looking to learn the basics of classic French cooking (which can be translated to any cuisine) it's a great place to learn. The FCI program at that time was divided into 4 parts. The entire program was for people looking to become professional chefs. We only took the first part of the course. Classes were every Saturday for 22 sessions. It was a serious class but a blast at the same time. We were already decent cooks before the class but many of the students were complete novices. It was a little pricey then. Not sure what it is now. They also offered an open house before you enroll. There are tons of options in Manhattan. You might also want to check out the Institute of Culinary Education. Whatever you choose, have fun

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Dan | May 28, 2009 9:57 AM

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David Schwartz | May 28, 2009 2:32 PM

For reasonably priced classes, ICE (Institute of Culinary Education) may be the place to go. While French Culinary is considered a better program, it is quiet pricey. ICE on the other hand has many single classes geared towards the amateur. Located at 23rd and 6th.

http://www.iceculinary.com/

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