What is the meeting location?

Meet at Bagel Market, 264 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018.

How long is the class?

The class runs approximately two hours.

Yes—children aged 2 and up are allowed, but adult supervision is required for young kids.

Yes—complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks are provided during the tasting.

Do I take home bagels?

Yes—each participant departs with a dozen freshly baked bagels and the recipe.

Is the class gluten-free or suitable for people with celiac disease?

No—the class uses wheat flour and is not gluten-free; reach out to the operator for accommodation questions.

Veganuary Plant-Based Bagel Baking Class in Midtown Manhattan | Cooking Class | Food Tour

Veganuary Plant-Based Bagel Baking Class at Bagel Market sits in Midtown Manhattan, steps from Times Square at 264 W 40th Street. This two-hour hands-on workshop teaches vegan bagel techniques, offers Monty’s plant-based spreads, complimentary beer and wine, and sends you home with a dozen bagels and the signature recipe.

Step inside Bagel Market and the room smells of hot crust and boiled dough. Instructors lead a small group—up to 30 people—through mixing, shaping, boiling, and baking New York–style bagels in real ovens. The class emphasizes plant-based techniques: non-dairy washes, oil-based dough conditioners, and dairy-free schmears from Monty’s that echo classic flavors without animal products. A practical demonstration explains how New York tap water’s mineral profile contributes to a chewier crust, and why that matters for texture.

The scene is urban and tactile. Key features include the wooden prep tables, a deck oven roaring in the background, racks crowded with glossy, salted rounds, and a communal tasting station for spreads and toppings. Though this is a culinary experience rather than a nature outing, the class offers a small cultural landmark: a living slice of Jewish-American culinary history adapted for a vegan moment. Expect references to early 20th-century immigrant bakers and how the bagel evolved into a city staple.

What makes this class stand out in New York’s food scene is the combination of accessible technique and local flavor: you leave with hands-on skills, a dozen fresh bagels, and a recipe to replicate the city’s characteristic chew at home. It’s social, instructive, and geared for people who love foodcraft more than pretension—families with older kids (ages 2+ welcome, with adult supervision), couples, and solo travelers looking for a flavorful activity in Midtown. Time the class to follow a morning walk through Bryant Park or to pair with an evening show — the location puts you in the middle of Manhattan’s transit grid, making it an easy stop between sightseeing.

Practical details are clean and simple: arrive at Bagel Market, 264 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018; plan for two hours; and expect to take home a dozen bagels plus the recipe. The class balances tradition and modern dietary preferences, folding a slice of New York history into a contemporary, plant-forward kitchen. Whether you bake to save money, learn a new skill, or simply eat the best vegan bagel you’ve ever had, this workshop delivers a compact, flavorful New York experience.

Bring an appetite: instructors share troubleshooting tips for dough hydration and shaping that will save you time on repeat attempts. Classes run during Veganuary and beyond; always check the booking link for dates. Come ready to get flour on your hands and leave with a small New York story to taste.

About NYC Bagel Tours

NYC Bagel Tours is a New York City–based food tour and baking experience operator specializing in bagel-focused walks and hands-on classes. The company offers a curated selection of five distinct experiences across Manhattan neighborhoods: Upper West Side Artisanal Bagel Baking Class, Midtown Artisanal Bagel Baking Class, Midtown's Iconic Bagels, West Village's Trendiest Bites, and the BagelUp Industry Pro Immersion. Each tour combines tasting, historical context, and direct access to local bagel shops. The baking classes teach traditional New York–style methods including dough mixing, shaping, boiling, and home-friendly baking techniques; participants take home a dozen bagels and receive recipes. The BagelUp Industry Pro Immersion provides deeper industry access, led by Sam Silverman with a hands-on session featuring award-winning baker Reva Castillenti, and includes behind-the-scenes visits to iconic bakeries. Tours highlight notable stops such as Bagel Pub, Liberty Bagels, Apollo Bagels, and Bagel Market, with opportunities to sample unique items like rainbow bagels, specialty cream cheeses, and viral slushies. NYC Bagel Tours emphasizes authentic local knowledge, small-group formats, and practical takeaways for both casual food lovers and aspiring bakers. The operator is featured on The Adventure Collective, giving added visibility in curated travel and food experiences. Booking information, schedules, and specific tour details are provided on the business listing and through partner platforms. NYC Bagel Tours focuses on delivering memorable culinary storytelling grounded in documented New York bagel traditions and confirmed collaborations with local bakeries.

Groups are typically small to ensure a personalized experience for every participant. Detailed schedules are available online.

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