The Institute of Culinary Education Classes, New York

Learn to make fresh handmade pasta, as well as a variety of simple sauces.  You will work in a small group in our state-of-the-art kitchens to create from scratch the following menu: fresh, handmade pasta dough spicy puttanesca walnut-basil pesto easy Bolognese classic Alfredo. Note:  We serve wine in our classes. It is against our...

Knowing how to use knives skillfully is the foundation of all cooking, and doesn't have to be scary or frustrating. Many home and even professional cooks don't always wield a knife correctly, however, which increases food preparation time and makes the process harder and less safe than it should be. Simply put, good knives are the foundation of a well...

The simple yet refined flavors of Tuscan cooking are world-famous, and with good reason. Whether the product of one of Florence's great restaurants or the simple dishes from a country kitchen, the integrity of Tuscan cooking has won applause for centuries.  Learn some of the secrets of this venerable cuisine as you make and enjoy:  Crostini...

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...

For a flash course on all the basics you need to make a varied and impressive meal, look no further. With a professional chef, you'll gain the skills vital for moving through any simple menu with ease.  You'll practice knife skills, roasting vegetables, cooking proteins with a pan sauce, vinaigrette and a simple fruit crisp.  Then you'll...

Heading out to your local sushi bar this date night? Before you do, come to ICE to learn how to create your own sushi and sake bar at home. Together, you'll start by learning the basics of dumpling making, preparing shrimp shumai.  Next, an ICE chef will walk you through how to make the foundation of all sushi: delicious, seasoned rice. You'll...

Steak is always a satisfying dinner, but it gets more of a boost when paired with bourbon. Come to ICE with your significant other for a night of steakhouse cuisine, where you will savor classic flavors updated with bourbon notes. You will prepare and enjoy: clams casino wedge salad with crispy bacon, blue cheese and bourbon vinaigrette New York...

Sitting down to an assortment of dim sum in a bustling restaurant is the culmination of a weekend stroll through Chinatown. It's never easy to choose from the myriad of delicacies that pass by the table, or to not try just one more thing. In this class, you will learn to prepare a variety of popular dim sum dishes, to impress family and friends with...

Under the guidance of skilled ICE pastry chefs, you'll master tempering white, milk and dark chocolate. You'll use these tempered chocolates as you learn essential methods for making various chocolate confections and hand-dipped truffles. You'll also learn a wide assortment of elegant and colorful chocolate-decorating techniques for your treats. ...

Seafood, vegetables, whole grains, herbs and olive oil are among the ingredients most associated with countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. They make for flavorful dishes that trigger memories of sunbathed vacations and leisurely meals. This class focuses on the cuisines of Southern France, Eastern Spain, Italy and Greece, whose coasts abut the...

Join an ICE chef for this delightful class on all things pizza. Together, couples will learn to make fresh ricotta and a quick-rise pizza dough to be topped with a variety of culinary creations: sauce and cheese will meet veggies, mushrooms, cured and fresh-cooked meats --- even sweet options for dessert pizza. Then you’ll sit down to each fresh-from-the-oven...

Learn how to make the best sushi rolls, wontons, and other hits from throughout Asia - all hands-on! We'll also create perfect dipping sauces, master sushi-rolling techniques, and much more. Together, we'll make and dine on: Steamed Shrimp Shao Mai with Orange Dipping Sauce Deep-Fried Chicken Wontons with Sweet Chili Sauce Boiled Pork and Chive...

Good wines and simple but elegant fare are hallmarks of the French brasserie tradition, and steak is a favorite order.  You’ll learn to prepare: Oysters Mignonettes Frisee aux Lardons Steak au Poivre Pommes Anna Haricots Verts aux Champignons et Noisettes Profiteroles for dessert Note: We serve wine in our classes. It is against our...

Make cookies that others envy in this remarkable baking class taught by an expert ICE chef. There's no cookie you won't excel in!  You'll make and take home a full spectrum of cookies, including: Black and White Cookie Sea Salt Chocolate Chunk Lemon Shortbread Raspberry Rugelach Note: We serve wine in our classes. It is against our policy...

Grilling is one of the best ways to cook food simply while obtaining a maximum amount of flavor. You can grill on the stovetop, in your backyard, or over charcoal or gas. In this class you will learn how to modify your grilling technique depending on the medium used. You will also discuss how dry rubs and sauces are used on the grill, then put those...