Elena Gergis 
Whether you’re a serial DIY-er or just a curious at-home chef, this one’s for you. Hudson County is full of immersive DIY experiences and classes to try providing a little something for every skill set. Since we’re all foodies here, we’ve rounded up a list 11 must-try cooking classes right here in Hoboken. Keep reading to explore all of the cooking classes to try out in Hoboken, New Jersey.
Atelier Sucré | 720 Monroe Street Suite C514
There’s a new studio kitchen in the Mile Square. Atelier Sucré provides recreational French baking and cooking classes at 720 Monroe Street in the Monroe Center in Hoboken. The studio recently opened and welcomes students of all experience levels and provides all the equipment and tools necessary to create French pastries and baked goods. Among its most popular classes is the Bake Your Own French Croissant class. Other classes include gluten-free French macarons, French tarts and madeleines, and savory options like New York bagels and homemade pasta and pizza. Classes are also BYOB, and private events and birthday parties can also be booked at this venue.
Baking Mama | 88 Hudson Street
Baking Mama is a family-owned small batch bakeshop in Hoboken with a “focus on quality, patience, passion, faith and a dash of creativity.” Baking Mama occasionally hosts classes for children like the No-Bake Delights Class and summer camp classes. Some of the summer camp classes included cookies and macarons and cake, cupcakes, and frosting.
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Cook Ease Catering | 1101 Bloomfield Street Unit A
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Chef Marla Mendelsohn teaches cooking lessons and group classes for students of all ages. Her classes combine both learning and fun for a memorable experience. Group cooking classes are a great option for bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.
Di Blu Bakery | 600 Newark Street 1st Floor
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At Di Blu Bakery, baked goods are made by hand with care and attention to detail. This bakery hosts hands-on classes for students of all experience levels. Classes are great for individuals, couples, friends, or even as a unique gift idea. Among its most popular classes are the Medialunas and Alfajores, iconic Argentinian pastries. Follow on Instagram for updates or click here for upcoming classes and events.
For Cup Sakes | 720 Monroe Street Suite C316
For Cup Sakes creates custom designer cookies for any occasion using high-quality ingredients. Its nut-free production kitchen is located at the Monroe Center in Hoboken and hosts a variety of cookie classes to suit every age and interest. The 90-minute cookie making and decorating classes for kids (ages five and up) take place every Wednesday afternoon from 3:30PM-5PM. The studio also hosts adult classes occasionally paired with mixology or wine tastings as well as birthday parties and private events. Caroline of For Cup Sakes shared with The Hoboken Girl that it’s planning to operate joint ice cream/cookie making classes with studio-mate Moo Jersey ice cream. Follow on Instagram for updates or contact the business via email at [email protected].
Hudson Table | 1403 Clinton Street
Hudson Table has cooking and baking classes for all ages. There are themed classes like Handmade Pasta, Osteria Toscana, Cruising the Mediterranean, Modern Italian, Gaucho Grilling, and more. Also available are fun events like couples’ date nights and chef competitions where two chefs face off in a three-course battle, Iron Chef style. For little foodies, there are kids’ after-school classes that run from January to June. These classes are booked as a series for the entire spring season. One-time classes are also available on holidays like Columbus Day and Martin Luther King Day when schools are closed.
Ivory Baking Co. | 404 14th Street
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Ivory Baking Co. is a custom cakes, cookies, and cupcakes baking company that recently opened in Hoboken. On its Instagram, there are many designs of custom cakes, including a custom Coach-branded cake for rapper Megan Thee Stallion. The Hoboken shop carries custom orders and pre-order menu items, including cakes, cookies, and seasonal desserts — with limited retail hours and ready-to-go treats in the spring and summer, the owner shared with HG. In addition to its retail selection, Ivory Baking Co. is gearing up to host baking classes for kids and adults throughout the week. Classes will be small and intimate, with a maximum of eight participants per class.
Little Linguists Y Más | 257 1st Street
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Little Linguists Y Más, a Spanish immersion daycare center in Hoboken, is joining creative forces with local Caribbean food blogger Made with Sazón to host a flavorful, cultural experience for kids this fall. ¡Buen Provecho! is a Caribbean cooking class designed for young chefs to explore traditional Caribbean dishes, learn basic cooking skills, and connect with culture through food in a lively, bilingual environment. Follow Made with Sazón on Instagram for updates, or contact via email at [email protected].
Moo Jersey | 720 Monroe Street Suite C316
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Moo Jersey makes small batch ice cream flavors and runs DIY ice cream classes out of the Monroe Center at 720 Monroe Street, Suite C-316 in Hoboken. This DIY ice cream experience is great for a friend’s night, date night, private events, and families. Participants learn about the history of ice cream, ice cream vs. gelato vs. sorbet, and how to make great ice cream at home, all while enjoying pizza. At the end of each class, everyone takes home two pints of ice cream. All classes are BYOB. Private events and birthday parties can also be booked at this venue.
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NJ Coffee School | 720 Monroe Street Suite C508
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The New Jersey Coffee School is an exciting opportunity for those wishing to elevate or start their roles within the world of coffee. This thorough and dynamic hands-on program is led by instructors who are well-versed in the coffee and hospitality industries. There are also classes available for those who just love a cup of homemade coffee. The Home Coffee Lovers Class is three hours long and recommended for home baristas and coffee enthusiasts with little or no experience who want to learn the basic skills of making high-quality cups of coffee and espresso-based beverages.
Saku | 936 Park Avenue
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Sushi lovers can learn how to roll sushi at Saku’s Dark Room on Tuesdays from 6PM-8PM. The class is called Rolling with the Homies and is led by the Head Sushi Chef Eddie-Sensei. Participants will learn how to make three types of rolls and rice vinegar for sushi rice. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
