Our Instructors

Rachana

Nepal
"I connect with people through the love I put into my food. And I put a lot of love into my food."

Angie

Mexico
"My philosophy is to cook with passion and no fear. And love, lots of love."

Damira

Uzbekistan
"The most important ingredient to cook with is love - because I love the process of cooking and all the people I cook for, everything tastes good!"

Aiko

Japan
"I believe in using a light touch to bring out the purest tastes of the freshest ingredients."

Mirta

Argentina
" I love to imitate my mom's cooking, sprinkle in culture, and preserve traditions."

Despina

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

Afsari

Bangladesh
"I love to follow all of my mother’s recipes and to give them a modern touch."

Nawida

Afghanistan
"I think it’s important to pay attention, especially to the small things. You need to go slowly and pay attention, even when you’re feeling rushed. "

Yamini

India
"I like to share when I am eating. I have to feed everyone at least one spoon, then I can eat. That is my nature."

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."
Banner testimonials
“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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