About
The Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) Recreational Cooking, Baking & Wine Classes offers hands-on recreational cooking classes, baking classes, and wine classes. All classes are hands-on, and participants cook in teams. ICE provides everything needed for class, from aprons to knives and recipes, and students keep the recipe packet received in class.
Programs
- School of Recreational Cooking — Classes are offered day and night, almost every day of the year. · Hands-on recreational cooking classes in New York City.
- Baking classes — Classes are offered day and night, almost every day of the year. · Hands-on recreational baking classes in New York City.
- Wine classes — Classes are offered day and night, almost every day of the year. · Hands-on recreational wine classes in New York City.
- Wine & Beverages — Recreational classes for libation lovers of every level, including beginner to advanced instruction.
- Plant-Based — Health-supportive advanced studies, vegan baking workshops, and hands-on recreational sessions.
- Advanced Studies — Career development workshops and advanced classes for food professionals.
At a glance
- General schedule: Courses are offered day and night, almost every day of the year. The typical class runs three to six hours.
About the provider
ICE says its courses are offered day and night, almost every day of the year, and the typical class runs three to six hours. The program has been operating since 1975. Its mission is to provide a rich, fun and broad array of courses focusing on fundamental techniques, authentic and global cuisines, topical culinary concepts and classic cooking methods. It was ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019).
All classes are hands-on. Participants will cook in teams. Classes are generally 3-6 hours long, with 1 chef and 16 students max. Beginner through advanced levels are offered. ICE reserves the right to cancel any class that fails to attract sufficient enrollment. Payment in full is required at registration. Alcohol is served in some classes. Wine is served only after cooking. Bringing your own alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
What families say
“I absolutely loved the classes! “I first became familiar with ICE through their recreational program. These [recreational] experiences eventually led me to decide to take the diploma program when I was ready for a career change.”” — Selena L.
“I really had a great time! “There are a number of different types of classes for everyone's tastes, and I'll definitely be back to take more of their classes.”” — Jason M.
“I will definitely go again! “The recreational classes at ICE are great. The food dishes that we made were all delicious. The class was really hands on.”” — Niketkumar P.
Last updated November 7, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.