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Can you cater for dietary requirements? Yes, we can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
Yes, we can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Q: What ages is this class suitable for?
A: Adults & 7+ years. An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: No cancellations, but free to reschedule up until 3 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 2.5 hours, $250 per guest
($125 per class surcharge applies for private classes)
2.5 hoursMidtown West
1 to 10 guests
   
 
$250
($125 per class surcharge applies for private classes)
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Learn to make authentic Puerto Rican pasteles from scratch with this beginner cooking class in NYC! You will have meat options like chicken, pork, or vegan filling options available to create your delicious pasteles. You will also learn how to make authentic Puerto Rican rice, arroz con gandules, sofrito, and fresh coquito from scratch!Everyone in class will make their own pasteles and their own Coquito. You will do all the steps and make the filling, guided by a professional instructor. At the end of the class, you will take home 12 full-size pasteles. Plus, you will eat a meal together once the cooking is over and take home your leftovers --- your jug of Coquito and a dozen pasteles you personally made. This class is great for anyone looking to learn how to cook Puerto Rican food, for unique date ideas, or fun things to do in NYC!More info:We offer private parties at our location or we can travel to your location for a small fee.
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Upcoming dates for Puerto Rican Pasteles and Coquito Cooking Class
Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 7:18pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
314 upcoming dates between 16 Nov 2026 and 1 Apr 2027.
Mon, Nov 16 2026, 10am-12:30pm
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Mon, Nov 16 2026, 5pm-7:30pm
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What you'll get
12 Full-size pasteles, rice, and 2 Large 1 Liter bottles of Coquito you personally made.
Suitable
for adults, and kids (minimum 7 years old).
An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.
FAQ
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Location
317 West 61st Street Apt 5c, New York, NY
Train to Colombus Circle. 12 minute walk or M57 bus to West End Avenue and W.61st. (4 stops)
Your teacher can
also
travel within 100 miles of Midtown West,
to a venue of your
choice for a private class.
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Recent reviews of Puerto Rican Pasteles and Coquito Cooking Class
5/5 from Natalie Ulloa, attended Sep 2026: I was specifically looking for a pasteles class and decided to sign up for this class. Everything was excellent. The instructor, Rosemary, is welcoming and very knowledgeable. The class was run at a great pace and I feel confident that I can replicate this at home thanks to Rosemary's great instructions. I would definitely sign up for classes with her again.
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