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Chef James has a storied culinary history. Over his 25 years in the industry, he was a dedicated owner of two businesses: A cupcake bakery and a pizza shop. He prides himself on using high-quality ingredients to elevate his recipes. Warm and engaging, Chef James is enthusiastic about using his history as a restauranteur to create personable culinary experiences for a new audience.

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: 5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Junior Kitchen Academy

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Kids Cooking Series

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Indianapolis Private Chef Meal: Classic Fare From North India

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Classic Fare From North India

$89 each

Private Chef Meal

$89

Enjoy a selection of well-known Indian recipes with an emphasis on freshness and flavor. The authentic flavors of North India come to your kitchen table in this private chef meal with Chef Pravy where her classic recreations of cultural favorites will be yours to savor. This hearty menu includes vegetable...

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Indianapolis Team Building Activity: Essential Indian Spread

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Great for Groups of 15-20

Essential Indian Spread

$139

Team Building Activity

$139

Cook traditional Indian dishes with your colleagues that are bursting with authentic texture and flavor. In this team building activity, you and your team will learn how to prepare a handful of favorite recipes in Indian cuisine. Chef Pravy will teach you how to select and use fresh ingredients to make an authentic...

Indianapolis (Near Northside)

Next Date: Fri, Jun 5th at 6:00PM & other times

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Indianapolis Team Building Activity: Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

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Pop-up Class

Great for Groups of 10-50

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

$85

Team Building Activity

$85

Fold, pleat and battle your way through Indianapolisâ€™s ultimate dumpling-making showdown. Get ready for a lively, laugh-filled dumpling-making team building activity in Indianapolis! You’ll learn how to make global dumpling favorites like gyoza, bao and wontons before jumping into the...

Downtown Indianapolis

Next Date: Thu, Jun 11th at 12:00PM & other times

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Indianapolis Team Building Activity: Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

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Great for Groups of 15-20

Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

$139

Team Building Activity

$139

Gather your colleagues and create then enjoy your very own pizza creations. This team building activity is an excellent way to spend time out of the office and learn new kitchen skills together. With Chef Pravy, youâ€™ll learn how to personalize pizzas using a wide variety of toppings. First, enjoy a classic...

Indianapolis (Near Northside)

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Sweets From Korea

$49/Person

Online Cooking Class

$49/Person

Add a new set of dessert recipes to your baking resume. Surprise guests at your next gathering by joining this fun and interactive online cooking class. Under the guidance of a gourmet chef, you'll practice a variety of techniques while learning how to create authentic Korean desserts. Begin your culinary session...

Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd, 4:30pm PT/7:30pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Health-Boosting Mocktails

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Health-Boosting Mocktails

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Power up with these four mood-boosting beverages meant relax and bring balance to your diet. Chef Angela-Michelle will bring her knowledge of plant-based nutrition to this mocktail-making class as you create libations that will power you from the inside with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Begin with an elderberry...

Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Italian Risotto and Gelato

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Italian Risotto and Gelato

$45/Person

Online Cooking Class

$45/Person

Experience handcrafted Italian classics in this online cooking class with Chef Davide. Explore exquisite culinary techniques and tips from Italy in this interactive online cooking class with Chef Davide. Taught live from Tivoli just outside of Rome, Italy, you'll learn to create handmade classics, beginning with...

Next Date: Thu, Jun 4th, 1:00pm PT/4:00pm ET

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef James THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Indianapolis Cooking Class: Seafood Cookery 101

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Seafood Cookery 101

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Fresh, local seafood transforms into a hearty and satisfying meal. Relish fresh, coastal flavors in this hands-on seafood-focused cooking class with Chef James. Elevate simple, local ingredients into upscale gourmet dishes that will become staples at home. Begin class by preparing a classic Caesar salad upgraded...

Downtown Indianapolis

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

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Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

$85

Cooking Class

$85

Prepare a hearty Cajun-spiced meal from the bounty of the bayou. Prepare and savor an authentic Louisiana meal in this hands-on cooking class with Chef James. You'll learn all about the history and utility of the "holy trinity" in Cajun cuisine as you craft the ultimate pot of gumbo. Start with a big simmering pot...

Downtown Indianapolis

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: An Authentic Taste of Spain

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An Authentic Taste of Spain

$85

Cooking Class

$85

Step into the rustic flavors and time-honored traditions of Spanish cooking. Traditional Spanish cuisine is based on local, seasonal ingredients and unpretentious flavors. Learn the ins and outs of classic Spanish-style cooking in this hands-on class with Chef James as you navigate the culinary landscape of Spain....

Downtown Indianapolis

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What Guests Are Saying About These Experiences With Chef James

Bridget B.

09/21/2022

Chef James is fantastic! He is a true culinary professional. He provided us with an exceptional dining experience. I highly recommend booking him as your next private chef!

Chef James

5-Day Foodie Fun Kids: Junior Kitchen Academy

Homemade Brick Oven Pizza

Steakhouse Dining at Home

Classic Fare From North India

Essential Indian Spread

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

Sweets From Korea

Health-Boosting Mocktails

Italian Risotto and Gelato

Cooking Classes WITH Chef James THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Seafood Cookery 101

Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

An Authentic Taste of Spain