The League of Kitchens is an immersive culinary adventure in NYC where immigrants teach intimate cooking workshops in their homes.

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Upcoming Workshops

Immersion Workshop #1

Greek Cooking
with Despina

Immersion Workshop #1
East Elmhurst, Queens
Sunday, Mar 1, 1pm-6:30pm
$149
Workshop full.
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Immersion Workshop #1

Argentinian Cooking
with Mirta

Immersion Workshop #1
Forest HIlls, Queens
Saturday, Mar 7, 1pm-6:30pm
$149
3 spots available
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"Taste of..." Workshop

Afghan Cooking
with Nawida Veg

"Taste of..." Workshop
Rego Park, Queens
Saturday, Mar 7, 2pm-4:30pm
$95
5 spots available
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South Indian Immersion Workshop #2

Indian Cooking
with Yamini Veg

South Indian Immersion Workshop #2
Kew Gardens, Queens
Sunday, Mar 8, 1pm-6:30pm
$149
Workshop full.
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Immersion Workshop #2

Bengali Cooking
with Afsari Veg

Immersion Workshop #2
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Sunday, Mar 15, 1pm-6:30pm
$149
Workshop full.
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Immersion Workshop #1

Trinidadian Cooking
with Dolly

Immersion Workshop #1
South Ozone Park, Queens
Sunday, Mar 15, 1pm-6:30pm
$149
Workshop full.
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How it Works:

An immigrant who is an amazing home cook and inspiring teacher welcomes you and 4-5 other people into their home.  
You cook together, eat together, learn together, and share culture and stories. You go home with a booklet of their family recipes.
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Despina

Despina

Greece
"Cooking is an art. It’s an amazing part of my day, always."
Sunny

Sunny

Korea
"I believe in eating seasonally and making food from scratch as much as possible. "
Jeanette

Jeanette

Lebanon
"I'm always learning in the kitchen, even if I've made something many times. I love trying out a new dish and changing something to make it my own."
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“The workshop was a lot of fun, a really special thing. It was really well done and everything was so thought through. Above and beyond what was expected.”
— Jeff O.
“Despina & the League of Kitchens allowed me to do a few of my favorite things all at once: eat amazing food, learn how to cook that food for myself, visit a new NYC neighborhood, and meet some fabulous new people!”
— Kemi I.
“It was a delightful experience. In many ways it was like a meal among friends where everyone gathers in a kitchen and chips in to prepare a meal. We left sated and knowing more about a cuisine and a culture.”
— Kemi I.
“I had a great experience with Nawida. She is a natural teacher. Also, I liked hearing about Nawida's story. There aren't many opportunities to share an experience with folks from other cultures without feeling like a tourist or voyeur. The workshop really fulfills an unmet need in that regard.”
— Dan B.
“Yamini welcomed us into her home, introduced us to her wonderful cuisine, and imparted her knowledge in a very warm, enthusiastic manner. The love for her culture and the Indian cuisine was felt in every technique and bite. She is an amazing women and great home chef! It was a wonderful day!”
— Joyce E.
“The meal was delicious—and unlike anything to be found in a restaurant. We lingered over it like old friends.”
— The Wall Street Journal
“Quite possibly the coolest foodie thing to do in New York, whether you’re a visitor or local.”
— Condé Nast Traveler
“It’s a culinary cultural exchange without a plane ticket.”
— The New York Times
“An afternoon with the League of Kitchens is inspiring, fulfilling and filling.”
— Tasting Table
“The best cooking class I've ever been to.”
— Max Falkowitz, Editor of Serious Eats NY
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