Virtual cooking parties for friends turn any gathering into a memorable experience, no matter where everyone is located. Enjoy time together in the kitchen, share new recipes, and create delicious dishes—all from the comfort of home. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply catching up, virtual cooking parties for friends make it easy to connect, laugh, and cook side by side. Discover how cooking together online can bring everyone closer, one recipe at a time.

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  • (9)

    Highly recommend for people looking for attainable gourmet cooking in the comfort of your home!...Thanks Ben for an awesome cooking class. Well done.

    fun, process, enjoyment

  • (7)

    Will sign up for another soon. Have already told friends how fun it was....An outstanding evening of learning Italian Cooking at home.

    fun, well taught, delicious food

  • (6)

    Cooking Class Description: Discover the bright and refreshing flavors of Greece in this fan-favorite class! Our chef instructor will guide you through creating zesty chicken souvlaki, a hearty salad and a creamy but light sauce to finish.

    • To get fully...

    class quality, food taste, group activity

  • (6)

    Cooking Class Description: This rustic, savory dish marries mushrooms with a crisp, buttery crust to create a deliciously comforting meal filled with rich French flavors.

    • To get fully prepared for class, download our prep packet filled with essential...

    encouragement of experimentation, flavorful, teaching ability

  • (1)

    Cooking Class Description: Turn your takeout favorites into your new go-to homemade meal! In this class, our chef instructor will guide you through creating restaurant-quality BBQ Pork Fried Rice and Classic Fried Egg Rolls—staples of Chinese American...

    taste

  • (1)

    Fantastic Online cooking experience!...Instructor/chef was detailed, well paced and fun - sharing helpful tips and tricks. Enjoyed the cooking, drinking and eating.

    drinking, detailed instruction, well paced

  • Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


  • Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


  • Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


  • Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


  • Cooking Class Description: For more information on Private Events, or to schedule your own, please contact your local Sur La Table store, or visit our Private Events page.



    What To Expect: In our classes you'll work together with other students (in groups...


  • (53)

    We had a great time at the Thai Food cooking class! Excellent teacher and assistant. So much delicious food. ...Fun & Flavorful Thai Cooking Class

    delicious food, enjoyable class, fun

  • (53)

    Couple's Cooking Class - NY Steak Meal...We really enjoyed learning cooking terms and cooking in a fun group. Our chef, Gaby was friendly and very knowledgeable making us feel comfortable. ...cooking class...I look forward to more cooking sessions.

    fun experience, fun, educational

  • (19)

    Our cooking class was so much fun and a great learning experience! ...Family fun at this Italian cooking class!...This class was wonderful! We enjoyed cooking as a family and with other families. Would have been great to have a little more direction...

    enjoyable experience, clear instructions, fun

  • (18)

    I attended with two other friends. They also never received their recipes either.

    fun, tasty results, helpful

  • (11)

    It was great! No cooking experience needed!

    easy to use, nice staff, easy instructions

  • (4)

    Cooking Class Description: For the perfect celebratory meal, look no further! In this Date Night class, you’ll learn to make a menu of luxurious eats from start to finish. Our chef instructor will guide you through making succulent scallops, a tasty...

    good scallops, excellent menu

  • (4)

    Cooking Class Description: Learn how to turn simple ingredients into a delicious, comfort-food classic. Join us in preparing chicken and dumplings from scratch while also honing your knife skills, practicing proper sautéing and perfecting that homemade...

    easy to understand, easy to follow

  • (2)

    Cooking Class Description: Get ahead of the game and meal prep easy, delicious dinners—from a sheet-pan meal to slow-cooker chicken sandwiches and more. By the end of class, you'll have four meals prepped and cooking instructions to make everything throughout...

    easy prep, excellent instructor

  • (2)

    Cooking Class Description: An Italian favorite, lasagna is an easy and delicious meal everyone should have in their recipe box. In this class, you'll learn to make wide sheets of pasta for lasagna, two sauces and how to assemble and layer your ingredients...

    enjoyable experience, incredible food, personable instructor

  • Fun thing to do with friends...First time taking cooking class at Sur La Table and it was the best!

  • Cooking Class Description: As friends gather to sample and share delectable bite-size morsels, it’s easy to see why dim sum translates as “touch the heart.” In this hands-on class, you’ll practice the steps for making perfect dumplings—from forming and...

  • Cooking Class Description: French home cooking is rich with complex flavors and surprising simplicity. Join us and learn how to sauté green beans in brown butter and transform roasted cauliflower into a creamy soup. We’ll teach you how to craft the quintessential...

  • Cooking Class Description: In this class, our chef instructor will show you that cooking French food doesn’t have to be an all-day project. You’ll learn how to develop complex flavors in a short amount of time through pan-roasting, caramelizing and sautéing....

Virtual Cooking Parties For Friends

Virtual cooking parties for friends have become a cherished way to bridge distances and share the joy of preparing a meal together, no matter where everyone happens to live. As summer winds down and schedules fill up, these online gatherings are a welcome reminder that connection doesn’t require being in the same kitchen. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, organizing a reunion, or simply looking to make a weeknight more memorable, a virtual cooking party brings people together through the universal language of food. The experience is as much about the laughter and conversation as it is the flavors on your plate. For hosts, the key is in the planning: choosing a menu that excites your group, making sure everyone has the right tools on hand, and sending out ingredient lists ahead of time so that no one is scrambling for a missing spice at the last minute. The right products—think sturdy mixing bowls, reliable measuring cups, and versatile pans—help ensure that everyone can follow along with ease, whether they’re a seasoned home cook or just learning the ropes.

Gifting products for virtual cooking parties is a thoughtful way to encourage shared experiences, especially for friends who love trying new recipes or families looking to stay connected across cities and time zones. High-quality kitchen essentials are always appreciated, and they’re especially meaningful when they come with the promise of time spent together, even if it’s through a screen. For those who enjoy exploring new cuisines, consider products that support themed menus—like pasta-making tools for Italian nights or sushi mats for a Japanese-inspired gathering. And as the holidays approach, it’s worth looking ahead to specialty classes and products that celebrate festive traditions from around the world, such as our Virtual Asian Holiday Cooking Classes, which offer a way to learn and connect over cherished seasonal dishes. No matter the occasion, the right products help everyone feel prepared and confident, making the experience seamless and enjoyable from the first chop to the final bite.

When choosing what to add to your kitchen or gift to a fellow cooking enthusiast, consider how the products will be used in a virtual setting. Items that are easy to clean, store, and use on camera can make all the difference in keeping the focus on fun and connection. For groups with varied skill levels, look for products that are intuitive and adaptable, ensuring that everyone can participate comfortably. And don’t underestimate the impact of a well-chosen apron or a set of colorful utensils to bring a bit of personality and cheer to the occasion. Ultimately, virtual cooking parties are about more than just following a recipe—they’re about creating memories and traditions that last long after the dishes are done. With the right tools and a little preparation, every gathering becomes a celebration of togetherness, flavor, and the simple pleasure of cooking with friends, wherever they may be.

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