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Chef Mary Cooney

Chef Mary Cooney - Culinary Center Instructor

Mary Cooney is a first-generation Italian-American who has a passion for teaching that is hard to equal. She loves to share her knowledge of authentic Italian dishes as well as baking pies and desserts. She has been on staff at the SOC since 2005.


Upcoming Classes by Chef Mary Cooney

Couples' Sunday Supper in Brooklyn

Couples' Sunday Supper in Brooklyn

March 8, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Sunday, March 8 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | $200 / 2 seats

Join Chef Mary Cooney for a cozy, Brooklyn-inspired Sunday supper demonstration designed for couples to enjoy together. Start with Roasted Tomato and Olive Tapenade on Crostini, followed by a crisp Italian House Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette. Then dive into comforting classics: Pomodoro Sauce with Pork, Mary’s Signature Meatballs, and tender Asparagus. Finish the evening with a luscious Tiramisù. Perfect for sharing great food and good company.

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Friday Date Night: A Romantic Feast for Two

Friday Date Night: A Romantic Feast for Two

March 20, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Friday, March 20 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $180 / 2 seats

Turn Friday night into a romantic culinary adventure with Chef Mary Cooney. Couples will enjoy a full, flavorful menu demonstration starting with Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lemon Aioli and Roasted Garlic, paired with a fresh Arugula Salad with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Shaved Parmesan. For the main course, savor Braised Rabbit with Herb-Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes and Blistered Green Beans with Bacon. Finish with a luscious Chocolate Ciambella Cake topped with Whipped Cream and Berries. An unforgettable date night experience.

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Family Fun: Calzones & Sweet Treats

Family Fun: Calzones & Sweet Treats

March 22, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Sunday, March 22 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $125 / 2 seats

Bring a family member or friend into the kitchen with Chef Mary Cooney for a fun-filled, hands-on cooking class. Learn to make cheesy, golden Calzones, whip up a comforting Wedding Soup, and finish with Mini Razzleberry Pies bursting with Strawberries and Raspberries. Ideal for cooks of all ages, this class showcases delicious family-friendly recipes you can recreate at home.

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Family Fun: Calzones & Sweet Treats

Family Fun: Calzones & Sweet Treats

March 26, 2026

Location: DLM Mason

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Thursday, March 26 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $125 / 2 seats

Bring a family member or friend into the kitchen with Chef Mary Cooney for a fun-filled, hands-on cooking class. Learn to make cheesy, golden Calzones, whip up a comforting Wedding Soup, and finish with Mini Razzleberry Pies bursting with Strawberries and Raspberries. Ideal for cooks of all ages, this class showcases delicious family-friendly recipes you can recreate at home.

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Hands-On Cannoli & Tiramisù

Hands-On Cannoli & Tiramisù

March 31, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Tuesday, March 31 | 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | $90

Roll up your sleeves and join Chef Mary Cooney for a hands-on deep dive into two iconic Italian desserts. You’ll learn how to make Crisp, Golden Cannoli Shells from scratch, along with Homemade Ricotta for a rich, silky filling. Then, craft a classic Tiramisù—layered, luxurious, and perfect for entertaining. Participants will take home their own tiramisù, along with the skills and confidence to recreate these timeless treats anytime.

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Family Fun with Flavors: Teriyaki Chicken & Chocolate Cake

Family Fun with Flavors: Teriyaki Chicken & Chocolate Cake

April 12, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Sunday, April 12 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $125 / 2 seats

Team up with a friend or loved one in this hands-on family class with Chef Mary Cooney! Learn to make savory Teriyaki Chicken, fluffy Fried Rice, and finish with a show-stopping Chocolate Sheet Cake topped with rich Italian Buttercream. A fun, interactive way to cook and enjoy a delicious meal together.

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The Lemon Feast: Fresh, Sunny, and Flavor-Packed

The Lemon Feast: Fresh, Sunny, and Flavor-Packed

April 22, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Wednesday, April 22 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. | $90

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful—this lemon-themed class with Chef Mary Cooney shines from start to finish. Learn how citrus can elevate every course as you prepare Crostini topped with Homemade Ricotta and Olives, Linguini with a Lemon-Basil Sauce, and Brown Butter Lemon Chicken Tenders. Round out the meal with Blistered Broccoli with Lemon and Parmesan and a luscious Limoncello Cake for dessert. A vibrant menu full of sunshine and bold, lively flavors.

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Family Taco Night: Hands-On

Family Taco Night: Hands-On

April 26, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Sunday, April 26 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $125 / 2 seats

Bring a family member or friend and join Chef Mary Cooney for a lively, hands-on taco night. Together you’ll prepare flavorful Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with zesty Lime Crema, cook soft Homemade Flour Tortillas, and mix up fresh Guacamole with chips. End on a sweet note with a rich, creamy Tres Leches Cake. A fun, interactive class perfect for culinary partners of all ages.

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Cooking Together: Thai Flavors for Families

Cooking Together: Thai Flavors for Families

May 17, 2026

Location: DLM Washington Square

Instructor: Chef Mary Cooney
Sunday, May 17 | 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | $125 / 2 seats

Bring a friend or loved one and join Chef Mary Cooney for a hands-on, flavor-packed family cooking experience. Prepare tender Grilled Thai Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce, fragrant Coconut Jasmine Rice, and crisp Blistered Broccoli, then finish with a sweet Danish Coconut Dream Cake. Perfect for pairs of all ages, this class combines hands-on fun with delicious, approachable recipes you’ll want to make at home.

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Culinary Center class registrations may be cancelled up to 7 days prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund, with proper notification. Cancellations made with notification after the 7-day deadline are eligible for credit toward future culinary class registrations if notification is given prior to the day of a class. If you are unable to attend any class, you are welcome to send a substitute in your place. To give proper notifications for a cancellation or notice of a substitution, please contact the culinary center location where your class is taking place. Any no-call, no-show participants forfeit refunds or class credits. The DLM Culinary Center reserves the right to cancel a class, when necessary, due to inclement weather, emergencies, or insufficient enrollment, and may also substitute instructors or food items when required. In the event that a class is cancelled, registered students will receive a full refund or credit, as applicable.