Explore practical techniques behind classic Japanese recipes.
Get hands-on learning around classic Japanese cuisine in this fun cooking class with Chef James. Learning sushi and balancing Asian flavors never felt as easy.
Begin the fun with nigiri, working with fresh tuna, eel, salmon and sushi rice. Next, you'll craft mouthwatering okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake made with cabbage, kimchi and pork belly, then pair it with perfectly flavored gyozas that you'll learn how to wrap with excellence and precision. Top off the evening with sweet matcha cream puffs brimming with freshness. Don't miss out on your opportunity to recreate your favorite Japanese flavors at home. Book this class today!
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
After more than 18 years in the food service industry, including time spent as a chef de cuisine at one of the top 30 restaurants in Canada, Chef James draws on his extensive experience to channel his passion for excellent food and hospitality. As a private chef, he meticulously crafts menus to delight discerning palates of all tastes and preferences. As a cooking class instructor, his determination to deliver experiences that go far beyond good food inspires students to strive for the exceptional.
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Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Explore practical techniques behind classic Japanese recipes.
Get hands-on learning around classic Japanese cuisine in this fun cooking class with Chef James. Learning sushi and balancing Asian flavors never felt as easy.
Begin the fun with nigiri, working with fresh tuna, eel, salmon and sushi rice. Next, you'll craft mouthwatering okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake made with cabbage, kimchi and pork belly, then pair it with perfectly flavored gyozas that you'll learn how to wrap with excellence and precision. Top off the evening with sweet matcha cream puffs brimming with freshness. Don't miss out on your opportunity to recreate your favorite Japanese flavors at home. Book this class today!
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef James
Devin
02 Apr 2026
Chef James was awesome. Very knowledgeable and taught us a ton about Italian cuisine. Definitely recommend.
Inken
22 Mar 2026
Amazing experience overall, thanks a bunch to Chef James who showed us all the tips and tricks to make great sushi! I can definitely recommend it to everyone who'd like to get (1) a demonstration of how to cut fish, veggies, and roll sushi as well as (2) actually doing all those things themselves.
Nic
21 Mar 2026
We made paella! James made our first experience amazing, we both had a great time. He was very respectful and professional but also offered great conversation throughout the evening. He was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about food. I'd highly recommend him for your next experience.
Colleen
16 Mar 2026
My husband and I learned how to make sushi with Chef James. He is a great teacher and answered our many questions and now we have the confidence to actually make sushi for ourselves and our friends in the future!
Noah
09 Mar 2026
We cooked caesar saland, risotto balls, veal, and pasta. Overall I would say the experience was amazing and I would 100% recommend Chef James. The conversations were great, he was very insightful about teaching us about cooking, and the food was incredible. 10/10 experience!
Jen
02 Mar 2026
Chef James was amazing. He was engaging and a lot of fun to learn from. He let us help as much as we wanted but also let us enjoy the meal. It was a fantastic experience.
Robert
09 Feb 2026
Excellent meal. A++ experience. Highly recommend
Reviews Chef James received outside of Cozymeal
Silvia
04 Nov 2025
As a very knowledgeable professional, Chef James elevates dining through his passion for food. His friendly character ensures he is the perfect host, capable of crafting memorable and personalized experiences for every guest.