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Chef Kelly is a culinary instructor and chef well-versed in many cuisines. Her most notable professional achievements include being part of the test kitchen team at one of the top gourmet food magazines in the country as well as becoming the managing lead chef instructor at the most successful recreational cooking school in New York City. Chef Kelly also has experience working the garde manger station at a Michelin star restaurant in NYC and is currently a freelance chef in Denver, Colorado.

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Chef Credentials

On Cozymeal since 2021

schooling

Institute of Culinary Education

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Kelly

Denver Cooking Class: Iconic Italian Dishes

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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Kelly

Denver Private Chef Meal: Classic Cuisine of Spain

CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Classic Cuisine of Spain

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

Take a trip to Spain without ever leaving the country through these authentic dishes. The food of Spain comes to life with this menu by Chef Kelly that is filled with traditional recipes. Each dish features fresh ingredients typical to Spanish cuisine that create authentic flavors, including juicy tomatoes, rich olive...

Authentic Puerto Rican Fare

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

Take a trip to the Caribbean through this mouthwatering, classic four-course meal. For this private chef meal, Chef Kelly crafts each dish with plenty of Caribbean influence using ingredients typical to Puerto Rican cuisine, such as plantains, pigeon peas, coconut milk and more. Chef Kelly makes her aioli,...

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Handcrafted Italian Delights

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

A menu of authentic Italian specialties is yours to savor at home. Enjoy a private chef meal at home, featuring inspired dishes from Italian cuisine right at your dining room table. Chef Kelly will prepare a tantalizing spread, offering you and your guests a fine dining experience to savor. Start with...

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Specialty Spanish Creations

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

Indulge in the unique dishes that make Spanish cuisine a singular experience. Bring Spain's finest culinary customs to your home table with an in-house private chef meal hosted by Chef Kelly. Savor dishes loved around the globe without leaving your corner of the world and invite your inner circle to join the...

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Premium French Fare

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

The best bistro selections become your new favorite at-home meal. Your home dining options get an elegant lift with this private chef meal from Chef Kelly on the menu. Enjoy an array of timeless Parisian plates perfect for sharing with family, friends and your favorite foodies. The culinary voyage begins with...

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Signature Steakhouse Feast

$129 each

Private Chef Meal

$129

Bring your home dining life a touch of restaurant-level elegance. Prepare for a gourmet steakhouse supper in the comfort of your home with a private chef meal by Chef Kelly. Choose from a selection of familiar favorites, all elevated to dining luxury. Start with a refreshing appetizer like a shrimp cocktail...

Team Building Activities WITH Chef Kelly

Denver Team Building Activity: Collaborative Mediterranean Fare

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Great for Groups of 10-24

Collaborative Mediterranean Fare

$149

Team Building Activity

$149

Strengthen teamwork through a fun and engaging culinary experience. Spice up your next team building activity with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to work together cohesively in this engaging kitchen experience. Gain new culinary skills under the instruction of a five-star professional Chef Kelly in an inspiring...

Aurora (Delmar Parkway)

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Denver Team Building Activity: Mediterranean Culinary Bliss

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Great for Groups of 15-24

Mediterranean Culinary Bliss

$159

Team Building Activity

$159

Spice up your teamwork with a corporate cooking contest. Make your next team-building activity delicious with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while bonding with your team. Cook your way through a...

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Great for Groups of 15-24

Bonding Culinary Finesse

$159

Team Building Activity

$159

Enrich relationships through a competitive cooking venture. Make your next group-bonding activity a tasty treat with a hands-on team building cooking class. Learn to create restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional Chef Kelly in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while learning to...

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Kelly THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Denver Cooking Class: Puerto Rican Favorites

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Puerto Rican Favorites

$105

Cooking Class

$105

Meet the flavors of Puerto Rico in this exciting class. Join Chef Kelly for a truly authentic epicurean adventure as you explore three vibrant and classic Puerto Rican recipes using high-quality ingredients and learning smart cooking techniques along the way. First, you'll make crispy tostones with garlic aioli -...

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Gourmet Father's Day Steakhouse Meal

$149

Cooking Class

$149

Bring the steakhouse to your kitchen as you celebrate dad. In this hands-on Father's Day cooking class with Chef Kelly, learn how to make a full menu of classic steakhouse dishes with the gourmet twist of a professional chef. Begin by loading a wedge of iceberg lettuce with bacon, blue cheese and more to create a...

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Mother's Day Favorite

Christian Dior Headquarters-Inspired Dinner

$129

Cooking Class

$129

Elevate your culinary skills from preparation to plating with a Christian Dior-inspired menu. In this upscale cooking class inspired by the glamorous style of Christian Dior, Chef Kelly will guide you in the use of high-quality ingredients and the art of plating. Prepare a gourmet menu steeped in French culinary...

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Kelly THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Denver Private Chef Meal: New Yearâ€™s Eve Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres

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New Yearâ€™s Eve Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres

$99

Private Chef Meal

$99

Ring in the new year with a festive and delectable spread for your celebration. Treat your guests to a luxurious private chef meal for your holiday festivities. Chef Kelly will prepare mouthwatering hors dâ€™oeuvres from scratch, including Caprese salad skewers with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, spinach...

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Homestyle Thanksgiving Dinner

$99

Private Chef Meal

$99

Give thanks to a luxury Thanksgiving meal enjoyed with your friends and family. Gather your loved ones for a decadent and curated meal prepared by Chef Kelly. To begin, you'll have a choice of appetizers such as brie with maple bacon or butternut squash and apple soup. The main course is a perfectly roasted turkey...

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Gourmet Three-Course Holiday Spread

$99

Private Chef Meal

$99

This customizable upscale meal is the perfect way to enjoy the spirit of the season. This private chef meal will have you enjoying a gourmet holiday meal full of flavor. Chef Kelly will begin with your choice of festive starters, followed by an entrÃ©e of roasted beef tenderloin or sweet glazed ham with sides...

What Guests Are Saying About These Experiences With Chef Kelly

Ben Schy .

11/16/2024

Kelly was a delight!

Stefanie S.

11/09/2024

Chef Kelly was fun and engaging. She has a great teaching style and allows you to openly ask questions and try different techniques. Would definitely recommend!

Crystal Beauparland .

11/06/2024

Class was fantastic, fun, and informative. Chef Kelly was amazing! We will be making our own pasta from scratch from now on. Definitely would recommend!

Andrea D.

11/03/2024

Great class, well timed. Thorough instruction. Great food!

Libby R.

06/04/2024

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Kelly! In addition to being a great chef, she is a very talented and gracious teacher. We had a blast and picked up a lot of tips for future cooking endeavors. The finished meals were amazing and we even had some leftovers! It was a very special class.

Jordan J.

05/20/2024

Kelly did a great job and created a delightful evening for us and our guests. She was always willing to share and engage with us when we wanted and also faded discretely into the background when the focus of the evening shifted to dinner conversation around the table. One of our guests summed it up perfectly as we finished the meal by saying, "I could definitely do this each night!"

Kyle U.

05/04/2024

Amazing class. Lots of fun. Chef Kelly is the best.

Christine M.

04/28/2024

The recent class on Iconic Italian Dishes was my second class with Chef Kelly and was great with lots of interaction with my friends that attended with me. Chef Kelly always has tips and tricks to share while we are preparing our meals which is wonderful!. Look forward to more cooking experiences with her especially if she does an Irish Class!

Isabella S.

04/12/2024

This was such a fun date night! Kelly is so knowledgeable and engaging. We had plenty of left overs and are so excited to use our new pasta making skills at home too!

Kaitlyn F.

04/05/2024

Kelly was an amazing host! The food was so delicious and got the recipes for the dishes after the class. Kelly was very knowledgable, let us be very hands on, and is passionate about cooking. We would recommend Kelly to our friends and would book another cooking class of hers in the future!

Kelly P.

02/21/2024

Chef Kelly was a wonderful teacher and created a really fun atmosphere. The pasta was DELICIOUS and we had plenty to take home to eat this week! The other pair that joined for the class was very fun, and overall it was a great experience. I'd highly recommend.

Michelle L.

02/13/2024

Our class was so fun and informative. We loved learning about different modifications we could make and how to prepare if we were cooking for a party or family.

Cynthia B.

02/08/2024

This was the best cooking class I have taken, hands down. Chef Kelly is a unique combination: a wonderful chef, a good teacher and incredibly well organized. She is positive and gives just enough attention and affirmation to make you feel great about what youâ€™re learning. If youâ€™re thinking about taking a class or organizing an event, do it!

Jackie W.

01/24/2024

Chef Kelly is a great teacher, and she was super friendly and easy to talk to!

Kristine N.

01/17/2024

My boyfriend and I took the pasta making class and it was super fun. Chef Kelly was engaging and very informative. I would definitely recommend taking this class!

Ciara C.

12/30/2023

My parents and I had a great time making pasta with Kelly! She gave thorough explanations and helped us every step of the way. Also the pasta was delicious and we canâ€™t wait to try this at home. We would definitely take another one of her classes :)

Barbara C.

12/22/2023

Thank you for a wonderful time. My granddaughter is so excited to have her dad try her samples. You were so encouraging and organized.

Margaret I.

12/20/2023

Chef Kelly provided a great experience for our team. She is very knowledgeable about the cooking process prepping ingredients to choosing the correct cookware for the best results. She came fully prepared to do the lesson and was exceptionally patient with our chatty guests.

Carolyn B.

12/05/2023

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Kelly! She did a great job with her presentation, any prior prep work that needed to be done, explaining the foods, explaining the history of the food, including everyone in the cooking experience and providing a cozy setting for us to cook and eat in.

Sheila M.

11/28/2023

Very knowledgeable, fun and interactive!!! Had a great time!

Marc Rodriguez .

04/02/2023

Amazing patient kind talented and fun. Chef Kelly is the bestest

Amy T.

03/13/2023

Would highly recommend this cooking class! Chef Kelly was highly organized with a well-planned and executed class. She patiently walked everyone in the class through the process of making beef ravioli as well and spinach tortellini. She gave wonderful tips and advice for the preparation, cooking and presentation of the food. We all learned so very much from her expertise and felt like she taught us all we needed to know to prepare the food at home. The food was DELICIOUS and we all had a great deal of fun at the class. Would definitely take another class from Chef Kelly!

Aaron F.

02/28/2023

Chef Kelly and the pasta making class was delightful and educational. The small group was perfect to allow everyone ample time for practice and questions. Chef Kelly went out of her way to share thoughts on best practices and her own preferences for equipment and techniques. I'm looking forward to finding the time to take another Cozymeal class.

Jessica R.

01/21/2023

We had an amazing experience. Chef Kelly was very welcoming and knowledgeable. We always have a lot of questions and she was extremely helpful with her answers and explanations. We would definitely recommend her to anyone learning how to make pasta!

Regina N.

01/17/2023

I scheduled the class for some fun during my daughter's visit. We had a really good time. Chef Kelly was very informative and patient! The food was delicious. Definitely recommend.

Ryan R.

11/19/2022

Kelly was outstanding! She was warm and friendly and the class she taught was extremely well done and the food turned out fantastic!!

Martin E.

11/07/2022

Chef Kelly certainly knows her stuff. We had a great experience. My class today was terrific. Chef Kelly is organized, prepared and thoughtful in her approach to teaching. She is well informed and can clearly explain the concepts, method, reasons and the goals. Excellent.

Theresa P.

10/23/2022

Kelly is so knowledgeable and an incredible instructor. This was very hands on and the meal was fabulous. Love the concept. We had a great time and look forward to making our own pasta dinner. Thank you Kelly

Jared L.

04/07/2022

I was not able to make it to the class. My girlfriend was able to though. Here are her words... "My friend and I had an amazing time with Chef Kelly! She was very welcoming, explained things very well and made the whole experience very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend a class with her! Thanks again!"

Denise B.

03/27/2022

Chef Kelly was amazing! My husband and I really enjoyed our lesson. She was very well prepared for us and we learned how to make mofongo!!! We are going to send our teens for a cooking class with her this summer. I would highly recommend this experience!

Jason B.

03/21/2022

We had such a great time with Chef Kelly! Exactly what we were looking for. We all had a great time and came away with a lot of knowledge and good memories. Sign up, you won't regret it!

Daniel T.

02/17/2022

Amazing experience and highly recommended!! We will be taking Kellys other classes!!!

Alyson W.

01/30/2022

Chef Kelly so was amazing! Not k my did we cook great food but she was welcoming and passionate! I canâ€™t recommend her class enough!

Elizabeth Hieb .

01/23/2022

Amazing experience! My husband and I have never done a cooking class before so we were a little nervous going in, but Kelly was so welcoming and warm we felt right at ease! The food was delicious and easy to make and we met some cool people as well. I would totally recommend this experience 10/10! She even sent us home with some handmade chocolate :)

Andrew K.

01/09/2022

Kelly was an excellent teacher. My girlfriend and I truly enjoyed her approach, personality and patience as we learned. Great experience, highly recommend!

Kevin M.

01/04/2022

Surprised my pasta-loving wife with this for her birthday and she loved it. We had a blast amd learned a lot, chef Kelly is down to earth, fun and knowledgeable and the food at the end was amazing. Highly recommend

Kyra Z.

12/19/2021

Kelly was amazing! She made us feel extremely comfortable in her home and the pace of learning everything was perfect. I will definitely be booking another class with her.

Demetrios D.

11/09/2021

Chef Kelly led us on an awesome experience! She provided clear instructions and encouragement and her teaching style ensured we learned how to make, cut, and prepare a variety of different pastas! Thank you!

Michelle L.

11/07/2021

Chef Kelly was absolutely wonderful!! My husband and I had an amazing time together learning how to cook different home made pastas and sauce. Chef Kelly was so sweet, patient, and knowledgeable. She taught us about proper knife cutting, how to season properly, and techniques to cooking. And the food was incredible!! Thank you Chef Kelly for an unforgettable experience! We had such a great time!

Shane V.

10/04/2021

Chef Kelly was super friendly and welcoming to my girlfriend and I! The food and experience was amazing. Learned a lot from her as well! I would definitely recommend the pasta workshop course to anyone and everyone. Thanks Kelly!!

Tamara L.

09/19/2021

We had such a great time cooking together for my sonâ€™s birthday. We learned a lot, the food was delicious and the space was lovely. Would definitely do this again!

Alex T.

09/06/2021

Chef Kelly was great! Extremely personable and knowledgeable throughout our whole cooking class. My girlfriend and I learned so much, and Kelly was gracious enough to send us detailed recipes afterwards. Thank you Chef!

SomeGuy O.

08/25/2021

Kelly was knowledgeable for sure, but it takes more to instruct students- especially a group of strangers. Kelly, welcomed us into her home, made everyone feel comfortable, was organized and prepared for all the different steps, and was joyful the entire time. I hope to learn more from her in the future.

Stephanie G.

07/28/2021

Kelly was amazing! I cannot recommend this class enough. She was such a pro, the space was so nice, and the food was absolutely delicious. She made the process of learning how to make pasta so easy and I feel like I could go home and make it today based on her instruction. Take this class!!

Kristen B.

07/25/2021

Kelly was wonderful and engaging. We had so much fun learning to make pasta!

Bri W.

06/29/2021

The homemade pasta workshop with Chef Kelly was better than I could have even imagined! She made my fiancÃ© and I feel right at home from the second we arrived. Everything was very well organized and the atmosphere was so fun and relaxed. Chef Kelly explains everything so well and gives enough examples and provides the perfect amount of help to make everything just right. The meal we got to eat in the end was so delicious! It was my fiancÃ©â€™s birthday and Chef Kelly was so kind to provide a little chocolate cake with a candle. I would recommend this class to anyone looking for a fun, great cooking lesson! I feel like we left with not only full stomachs but also a new friend :)

Joan C.

06/22/2021

We had the most amazing time. Chef Kelly was such a gracious and generous host. We canâ€™t wait to recreate the meal at home. We know we can because the instructions were easy to follow! Canâ€™t wait to try her Italian class!

Killian v.

06/19/2021

Cooking with Kelly was a fabulous experience! She does a wonderful job of explaining all that you need to feel like a professional chef. She is welcoming, talented, personable, and very encouraging! Her home is beautiful, and she has everything set up to create a cozy atmosphere. Her recipes were spectacular as well! Everything tasted delicious...we will certainly be purchasing a pasta maker to keep practicing all that she taught us. We thoroughly enjoyed celebrating our wedding anniversary with this perfect date night. We 10/10 would recommend, and we can't wait to try out some of her other classes in the future!

DeAngela M.

06/08/2021

Omg! If we could give 10 stars we would! Kelly was so fun, personable and inviting. We werenâ€™t sure what to expect when we walked in but we were pleasantly surprised. Everything was professionally set up and ready to go. Great atmosphere with music playing in the background. Kelly was a great teacher very thorough with her explanations and instructions.Food was to die for too! Just wow! An overall great experience- perfect for a date night/couples outing. If we are ever in the area again we will FOR SURE do this again.

Susan G.

06/06/2021

Chef Kelly was a great teacher. Our whole family learned to make fresh pastas and sauce. Food came out great and we all enjoyed the experience.

Rachel W.

06/05/2021

The whole experience was lovely, delicious and fun! We loved Chef Kelly! Would highly recommend this class and chef!

Liz

05/12/2021

Chef Kelly is interactive, approachable, and so much fun! Our Pasta Cooking Class was delicious and Chef Kelly is an extremely talented and artful chef. She made every part of the experience comfortable, and even catered to dietary restrictions. You will not regret booking a class!

Barry

04/28/2021

Oh, I still dream of that burrata and peaches dish. Yum to the yum!

Erin

04/28/2021

Chef Kelly really knows flavor and refined technique. Sheâ€™s capable of taking sometime as humble as a chicken leg and turning into a celebratory dish. Really exceptional, very worth trying.

Nicole

04/26/2021

I had the pleasure of trying Kellyâ€™s Asian inspired Brussels sprouts. The taste was amazing. Perfect to pair with any meat or even to just eat alone. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone over and over again. Give it a try !

Del

04/26/2021

Chef Kellyâ€™s peach pancakes with candied bacon were sublime! She should patent whatever magic that helped her create such perfectly fluffy pancakes with just the right balance of sweet and salty smokiness. These pancakes are honestly one of the top 10 brunch foods Iâ€™ve ever eaten.

Chef Kelly

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Kelly

Iconic Italian Dishes

Classic Pasta-Making Workshop

Thai Cooking Techniques

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Kelly

Classic Cuisine of Spain

Authentic Puerto Rican Fare

Handcrafted Italian Delights

Specialty Spanish Creations

Premium French Fare

Signature Steakhouse Feast

Team Building Activities WITH Chef Kelly

Collaborative Mediterranean Fare

Mediterranean Culinary Bliss

Bonding Culinary Finesse

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Kelly THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Puerto Rican Favorites

Gourmet Father's Day Steakhouse Meal

Christian Dior Headquarters-Inspired Dinner

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Kelly THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

New Yearâ€™s Eve Holiday Hors d'Oeuvres

Homestyle Thanksgiving Dinner

Gourmet Three-Course Holiday Spread