Dinner Party Entertaining Cooking Class

Master dinner party cooking in New York City without missing a single moment!


Abigail's Kitchen
Abigail's Kitchen
5.0 (20)
Instagram followers 9k followers

3 hours Location Lower East Side Class size 4 to 24 guests   $175 - $210 ($175 for Public; $210 for Private)

Throw the kind of dinner party people talk about all year -- without spending the night trapped in your own kitchen! In this lively New York City cooking class, you’ll learn how to entertain with confidence, cook like a pro, and still have time to sip, laugh, and enjoy your guests. We’ll show you how to plan a seamless menu, prep ahead like a genius, and time each course so the evening flows effortlessly. This is hosting made joyful!
You’ll create an elegant spread that feels straight out of a downtown supper club: silky Duck Liver Paté, perfectly Seared Sea Scallops (and yes, a scallops recipe you’ll actually use again), a showstopping lesson in how to make stuffed pork loin, Roasted Potato and Fennel, Glazed Carrots, and a molten-centered chocolate cake recipe that earns applause!
Whether you’re searching for unique date ideas, celebrating something special, or simply browsing for memorable things to do in New York City, this hands-on class delivers skills you’ll use for life. You’ll leave with practical hosting tricks, polished plating techniques, and the calm confidence every great host carries!
What you'll get
  • Ticket price includes unlimited beer and wine
  • Duck Liver Paté, Seared Sea Scallops, Stuffed Pork Loin, Roasted Potato and Fennel, Glazed Carrots, and Molten Chocolate Cake!
  • Tricks to make the evening flow seamlessly
  • Ways to stay sane while hosting
  • Confidence to enjoy your party while entertaining
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • A big appetite and love for cooking!
  • Enthusiasm to learn and get hands-on
Suitable for

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Location

Abigail's Kitchen - 193 Henry Street, New York, NY 10002

This venue is within walking distance of East Broadway and Delancey St– Essex St stations

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Abigail's Kitchen
Abigail's Kitchen

5.0 (20)
Instagram followers 9k followers
female Women-owned

Abigail's Kitchen is a welcoming Lower East Side cooking school and event space where food, learning, and good company come together! Led by chef-owner Abigail Hitchcock, the kitchen has offered hands-on cooking classes since 2000, with an ever-changing lineup inspired by cuisines from around the world, from Italian and French to Thai, Moroccan, Indian, and more.
Alongside its cooking classes, Abigail’s Kitchen hosts unique experiences like Dinners in the Dark and private events, creating a warm, social setting for curious cooks and food lovers to gather, learn, and enjoy a meal together. Located at 193 Henry Street, it’s a fun spot for anyone looking to turn cooking into a memorable NYC experience!

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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