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Hillsdale General Store

Cooking Classes

Offering cooking classes in Hudson Valley-Berkshires region, HGS Home Chef in Hillsdale, NY, is set apart by its two beautiful teaching kitchens. Within these inviting rooms, renowned national and local experts give classes — including in 2020 via Zoom — on how to prepare the most delicious food, simple to sublime.

The HGS in Hillsdale Home Chef stands for Hillsdale General Store, our mother company in Hillsdale. The kitchen store, at 2635 Route 23, offers an extensive cookbook department, plus all the cookware, tools and gadgets that any home chef could possibly hope for, but what sets us apart is our two beautiful teaching kitchens. Within these inviting rooms, renowned national and local experts give classes on how to prepare the most delicious food, simple to sublime.

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Modern kitchen with cooking class setup, wooden beams, and bright decor. Plus: We create private events and classes for team meetings, bridal showers or birthday parties, hosted in our gracious upstairs. The menu can be customized and match with an appropriate instructor; call us at 518-325-7000 to inquire, or get more details:

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A vibrant pink historic general store with white trim, American flags, and a welcoming porch. The historic 1870’s house, directly across from the General Store, has undergone a complete restoration (including the turret!). Its gracious rooms have regained their charm and we simply cannot wait to share this gem with you.

Note: all students get 10% off card for use on class day only when making merchandise purchases.

Questions about classes, or trouble registering for a class? Email homechef [at] hillsdalegeneralstore [dot] com, or call us at (518) 325-7000. We’re open 10-6 Wednesday through Monday; closed Tuesday. 

Classes are geared for adults, except as noted, but children over 7 accompanied by an adult are welcome. 

In-Person Class Cancellation policy: We do not offer refunds on purchased tickets. Persons who notify us at least seven (7) days in advance that they cannot attend will receive credit and may register for another class of equal value held within the subsequent two months.

Zoom Class Cancellation/Refund Policy: All sales for on-line workshops and cooking classes are final. No credit or refund is available. HGS Home Chef reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. If a cooking class or workshop is canceled you will receive a full refund.

Upcoming Events

May 2
11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Hands-on Tortellini, a Cooking Class with Sylvia Becker

May 30
11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Making Meatballs with our Favorite Meatball – Dan Pelosi

May 31
11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Garden Fresh Herbs, a Cooking Class with Kevin West

May 31
11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Late Spring Vegetable Pasta Making, a Cooking Class with Molly Levine

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Hours & Locations

General Store

2642 State Route 23
Village Square Plaza
Hillsdale, NY, 12529
Phone: 518-325-3310

OPEN WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY, 10-5
CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY

HGS Home Chef

2635 Route 23
Hillsdale NY 12529
518-325-7000

OPEN WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY, 10-5
CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY

Porcelain soup tureen with lid and matching tray, elegant serving dish for dining.
Green cake stands for display and serving desserts or treats.

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