Cooking Classes for Kids in Upper West Side, NYC

27 upcoming · 2 local studios

Upper West Side cooking classes for kids tend to run through the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, which splits its offerings between drop-off kitchen-skills sessions and parent-and-caregiver classes for toddlers. Expect weekday afternoons and mornings for the youngest cooks, with fall series priced in the roughly $795–$840 range depending on age band. Sessions below covera wide spread from age two through the elementary grades, so filter by age to find the right fit.

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From $795

Cooking + Kitchen Skills (3.5-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 3 PM)

Mon, Nov 9 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this hands-on children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and cooking vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits, develop key cooking skills, and master simple recipes, all while creating delicious dishes. This fun and educational class allows children to explore basic cooking techniques and build their confidence in the kitchen. Classes take place in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3.5–515-week course

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cookingFrom $825

Kids in the Kitchen (2-3 Yrs | With Parent/Caregiver | Fall | Thursdays | 9:30 AM)

Thu, Nov 12 · 9:30 AM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays (Except:Nov 26, Dec 24, Dec 31) In Person. In this children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and food vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits and develop language by identifying colors, shapes, and smells while strengthening motor skills in a nurturing and delicious environment. Classes take place in our state of the art Upper West Side professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and either dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed. Please contact Kelley Malloy (kmalloy@mmjccm.org) before the first class if your child has additional food allergies.

Ages 2–315-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (3-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3 PM)

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Children will learn a new recipe or skill each week, from baking cookies to frosting cupcakes. Held in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3–515-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 4:15 PM)

Thu, Nov 12 · 4:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Each week, kids will learn a new recipe or skill, from baking muffins to perfecting the art of cake frosting. Held in The JCC Manhattan's professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 6–915-week courseAfter-school

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cookingFrom $840

Fall Havurah: Experiential Jewish Learning Through Cooking + Tikkun Olam (Kindergarten -Grade 2 and Grades 3-5)

Fri, Nov 13 · 3:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

In Person. Join us for this enriching program where cooking, culture, and compassionate action come together to celebrate Jewish heritage and community! This session of Havurah at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan intertwines the joy of cooking traditional Jewish foods with meaningful community service. Our theme focuses on how food can be a bridge to cultural understanding and social responsibility. Children will explore Jewish culture through interactive cooking sessions, learning about, preparing, and tasting a variety of traditional Jewish dishes from around the world. As they hone their culinary skills, they will also engage in storytelling, discussing the significance of each dish within Jewish celebrations and heritage. Throughout this process, the children will collaboratively author a cookbook filled with their favorite recipes and personal anecdotes, which they will share with family and friends. In alignment with the value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, the cooking experience will culminate in a community service project. Guided by instructors, the children will select a social cause that resonates with them, whether it be food insecurity, environmental sustainability, or supporting local families in need. They will also work together to organize a potluck event, inviting family, friends, and community members to contribute dishes, share stories, and connect over food. School Pickups for this program are available from PS 199 and PS 87 at an additional cost. Please contact Rachel Kaye (rkaye@mmjccm.org) to learn more.

Ages 8–1115-week courseAfter-school

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From $795

Cooking + Kitchen Skills (3.5-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 3 PM)

Mon, Nov 16 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this hands-on children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and cooking vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits, develop key cooking skills, and master simple recipes, all while creating delicious dishes. This fun and educational class allows children to explore basic cooking techniques and build their confidence in the kitchen. Classes take place in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3.5–515-week course

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cookingFrom $825

Kids in the Kitchen (2-3 Yrs | With Parent/Caregiver | Fall | Thursdays | 9:30 AM)

Thu, Nov 19 · 9:30 AM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays (Except:Nov 26, Dec 24, Dec 31) In Person. In this children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and food vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits and develop language by identifying colors, shapes, and smells while strengthening motor skills in a nurturing and delicious environment. Classes take place in our state of the art Upper West Side professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and either dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed. Please contact Kelley Malloy (kmalloy@mmjccm.org) before the first class if your child has additional food allergies.

Ages 2–315-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (3-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3 PM)

Thu, Nov 19 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Children will learn a new recipe or skill each week, from baking cookies to frosting cupcakes. Held in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3–515-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 4:15 PM)

Thu, Nov 19 · 4:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Each week, kids will learn a new recipe or skill, from baking muffins to perfecting the art of cake frosting. Held in The JCC Manhattan's professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 6–915-week courseAfter-school

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cookingFrom $840

Fall Havurah: Experiential Jewish Learning Through Cooking + Tikkun Olam (Kindergarten -Grade 2 and Grades 3-5)

Fri, Nov 20 · 3:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

In Person. Join us for this enriching program where cooking, culture, and compassionate action come together to celebrate Jewish heritage and community! This session of Havurah at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan intertwines the joy of cooking traditional Jewish foods with meaningful community service. Our theme focuses on how food can be a bridge to cultural understanding and social responsibility. Children will explore Jewish culture through interactive cooking sessions, learning about, preparing, and tasting a variety of traditional Jewish dishes from around the world. As they hone their culinary skills, they will also engage in storytelling, discussing the significance of each dish within Jewish celebrations and heritage. Throughout this process, the children will collaboratively author a cookbook filled with their favorite recipes and personal anecdotes, which they will share with family and friends. In alignment with the value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, the cooking experience will culminate in a community service project. Guided by instructors, the children will select a social cause that resonates with them, whether it be food insecurity, environmental sustainability, or supporting local families in need. They will also work together to organize a potluck event, inviting family, friends, and community members to contribute dishes, share stories, and connect over food. School Pickups for this program are available from PS 199 and PS 87 at an additional cost. Please contact Rachel Kaye (rkaye@mmjccm.org) to learn more.

Ages 8–1115-week courseAfter-school

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cookingFrom $25

Family Shabbat Dinner

Fri, Nov 20 · 5:30 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

Celebrate Shabbat with your family at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan on the Upper West Side. This welcoming Friday evening event begins with an interactive sing-along and Shabbat blessings, followed by a meaningful Shabbat experience and a family-friendly pasta dinner. Perfect for families looking to connect with Jewish traditions and build community in a relaxed, joyful setting. Pricing is per person. Children under one are free.

Up to age 61-week course

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Workshop: Cooking Lesson with Harlem Grown

Sat, Nov 21 · 1:00 PM

PlayWorks Classroom, Children's Museum of Manhattan · Upper West Side

Children and families will join Harlem Grown Chef educator Sasha Dubose for a hands- on cooking lesson, at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. Participants will practice basic cooking skills, explore recipe creation, and discover the cultural history and traditions behind food. The recipe we will be making will be delicious Pumpkin Queso Nachos!

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Workshop: Cooking Lesson with Harlem Grown

Sat, Nov 21 · 2:00 PM

PlayWorks Classroom, Children's Museum of Manhattan · Upper West Side

Children and families will join Harlem Grown Chef educator Sasha Dubose for a hands- on cooking lesson, at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. Participants will practice basic cooking skills, explore recipe creation, and discover the cultural history and traditions behind food. The recipe we will be making will be delicious Pumpkin Queso Nachos!

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Workshop: Cocinarte with Casa Lu!

Sun, Nov 22 · 1:00 PM

PlayWorks Classroom, Children's Museum of Manhattan · Upper West Side

Learn about and make your own healthy meal with Casa Lu, in both Spanish and in English! Explore global recipes and create a reflective family art project to take home. Make seasonal recipes made with organic ingredients, and practice essential cooking skills. We’ll be making the filling for and putting together pumpkin whoopie pies and special Argentinian alfajores.

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Workshop: Cocinarte with Casa Lu!

Sun, Nov 22 · 2:00 PM

PlayWorks Classroom, Children's Museum of Manhattan · Upper West Side

Learn about and make your own healthy meal with Casa Lu, in both Spanish and in English! Explore global recipes and create a reflective family art project to take home. Make seasonal recipes made with organic ingredients, and practice essential cooking skills. We’ll be making the filling for and putting together pumpkin whoopie pies and special Argentinian alfajores.

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From $795

Cooking + Kitchen Skills (3.5-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 3 PM)

Mon, Nov 23 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this hands-on children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and cooking vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits, develop key cooking skills, and master simple recipes, all while creating delicious dishes. This fun and educational class allows children to explore basic cooking techniques and build their confidence in the kitchen. Classes take place in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3.5–515-week course

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cookingFrom $825

Kids in the Kitchen (2-3 Yrs | With Parent/Caregiver | Fall | Thursdays | 9:30 AM)

Thu, Nov 26 · 9:30 AM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays (Except:Nov 26, Dec 24, Dec 31) In Person. In this children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and food vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits and develop language by identifying colors, shapes, and smells while strengthening motor skills in a nurturing and delicious environment. Classes take place in our state of the art Upper West Side professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and either dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed. Please contact Kelley Malloy (kmalloy@mmjccm.org) before the first class if your child has additional food allergies.

Ages 2–315-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (3-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3 PM)

Thu, Nov 26 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Children will learn a new recipe or skill each week, from baking cookies to frosting cupcakes. Held in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3–515-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 4:15 PM)

Thu, Nov 26 · 4:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Each week, kids will learn a new recipe or skill, from baking muffins to perfecting the art of cake frosting. Held in The JCC Manhattan's professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 6–915-week courseAfter-school

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cookingFrom $840

Fall Havurah: Experiential Jewish Learning Through Cooking + Tikkun Olam (Kindergarten -Grade 2 and Grades 3-5)

Fri, Nov 27 · 3:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

In Person. Join us for this enriching program where cooking, culture, and compassionate action come together to celebrate Jewish heritage and community! This session of Havurah at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan intertwines the joy of cooking traditional Jewish foods with meaningful community service. Our theme focuses on how food can be a bridge to cultural understanding and social responsibility. Children will explore Jewish culture through interactive cooking sessions, learning about, preparing, and tasting a variety of traditional Jewish dishes from around the world. As they hone their culinary skills, they will also engage in storytelling, discussing the significance of each dish within Jewish celebrations and heritage. Throughout this process, the children will collaboratively author a cookbook filled with their favorite recipes and personal anecdotes, which they will share with family and friends. In alignment with the value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, the cooking experience will culminate in a community service project. Guided by instructors, the children will select a social cause that resonates with them, whether it be food insecurity, environmental sustainability, or supporting local families in need. They will also work together to organize a potluck event, inviting family, friends, and community members to contribute dishes, share stories, and connect over food. School Pickups for this program are available from PS 199 and PS 87 at an additional cost. Please contact Rachel Kaye (rkaye@mmjccm.org) to learn more.

Ages 8–1115-week courseAfter-school

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From $795

Cooking + Kitchen Skills (3.5-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 3 PM)

Mon, Nov 30 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this hands-on children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and cooking vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits, develop key cooking skills, and master simple recipes, all while creating delicious dishes. This fun and educational class allows children to explore basic cooking techniques and build their confidence in the kitchen. Classes take place in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3.5–515-week course

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cookingFrom $825

Kids in the Kitchen (2-3 Yrs | With Parent/Caregiver | Fall | Thursdays | 9:30 AM)

Thu, Dec 3 · 9:30 AM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays (Except:Nov 26, Dec 24, Dec 31) In Person. In this children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and food vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits and develop language by identifying colors, shapes, and smells while strengthening motor skills in a nurturing and delicious environment. Classes take place in our state of the art Upper West Side professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and either dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed. Please contact Kelley Malloy (kmalloy@mmjccm.org) before the first class if your child has additional food allergies.

Ages 2–315-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (3-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 3 PM)

Thu, Dec 3 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Children will learn a new recipe or skill each week, from baking cookies to frosting cupcakes. Held in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3–515-week course

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From $795

Baking + Kitchen Skills (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Thursdays | 4:15 PM)

Thu, Dec 3 · 4:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Thursdays: Sep 17, 2026- Jan 14, 2027 [Except 11/26, 12/24, 12/31] In Person. Designed for aspiring young bakers, this hands-on baking class introduces children to the fundamentals of baking, from understanding the science of ingredient measurement to mastering essential baking tools and techniques. Each week, kids will learn a new recipe or skill, from baking muffins to perfecting the art of cake frosting. Held in The JCC Manhattan's professional culinary center, this fun and engaging class encourages creativity, confidence, and a love for baking while producing delicious homemade treats. All recipes are nut-free, and dairy or pareve, and kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 6–915-week courseAfter-school

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cookingFrom $840

Fall Havurah: Experiential Jewish Learning Through Cooking + Tikkun Olam (Kindergarten -Grade 2 and Grades 3-5)

Fri, Dec 4 · 3:15 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

In Person. Join us for this enriching program where cooking, culture, and compassionate action come together to celebrate Jewish heritage and community! This session of Havurah at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan intertwines the joy of cooking traditional Jewish foods with meaningful community service. Our theme focuses on how food can be a bridge to cultural understanding and social responsibility. Children will explore Jewish culture through interactive cooking sessions, learning about, preparing, and tasting a variety of traditional Jewish dishes from around the world. As they hone their culinary skills, they will also engage in storytelling, discussing the significance of each dish within Jewish celebrations and heritage. Throughout this process, the children will collaboratively author a cookbook filled with their favorite recipes and personal anecdotes, which they will share with family and friends. In alignment with the value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, the cooking experience will culminate in a community service project. Guided by instructors, the children will select a social cause that resonates with them, whether it be food insecurity, environmental sustainability, or supporting local families in need. They will also work together to organize a potluck event, inviting family, friends, and community members to contribute dishes, share stories, and connect over food. School Pickups for this program are available from PS 199 and PS 87 at an additional cost. Please contact Rachel Kaye (rkaye@mmjccm.org) to learn more.

Ages 8–1115-week courseAfter-school

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From $795

Cooking + Kitchen Skills (3.5-5 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 3 PM)

Mon, Dec 7 · 3:00 PM

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this hands-on children's cooking class, young chefs have fun peeling, whisking, and stirring their way through a variety of fresh ingredients, techniques, and cooking vocabulary. They learn healthy eating habits, develop key cooking skills, and master simple recipes, all while creating delicious dishes. This fun and educational class allows children to explore basic cooking techniques and build their confidence in the kitchen. Classes take place in The JCC Manhattan?s professional culinary studio. All recipes are nut-free and dairy or pareve; kosher dietary laws are observed.

Ages 3.5–515-week course

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Concert: Baklava Express

Mon, Dec 14 · 7:00 PM

JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side

A cooking concert where Baklava Express blends music and pastry-making at JCC Manhattan. This registered indoor event is designed for kids, with a focus on hands-on baking techniques.

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Upper West Side