Washington, D.C. (Northeast Washington)
4.9
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Chef Shelley

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Chef Shelley
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59 Reviews
Chef Shelley’s nearly 30 years of professional experience as a successful chef combined with her extensive event planning experience have equipped her to be one outstanding host to a variety of dynamic, hands-on cooking classes. Chef Shelley has spent a great deal of time cooking for many celebrities and dignitaries as well as teaching an array of classes for both children and adults. She is also the former owner of popular restaurant in Brooklyn.
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Shelley THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Learn how to prepare five fun and simple finger foods for any party or occasion. In this hands-on class, Chef Shelley will teach you how to elevate any event to the next level with some of the best and most impressive hors d'Oeuvres recipes. You will prepare a classic Spanish ceviche using market-available fresh...
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Chef Shelley
4.9
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Three Course Provencal Meal

$105
Cooking Class
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Join Chef Shelley for an evening of delightful dishes hailing from the south of France. In this hands-on class, Chef Shelley guides you on a journey through the bounty of traditional Provencal cuisine using fresh vegetables and herbs from the region. Chef Shelley will share the secret to crafting ratatouille with...
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4.9
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Seafood Lovers Spread

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Cooking Class
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Learn to master a variety of delicious seafood dishes and essential techniques with Chef Shelley. In this hands-on class, Chef Shelley invites all seafood lovers to gather in the kitchen to create a fabulous three-course meal from the bounty of the sea. You will begin by preparing mussels Roberto — a twist...
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Chef Shelley
4.9
59 Reviews
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What Guests Are Saying About These Experiences With Chef Shelley
Roz M.
05/15/2025
Chef Shelley had an incredible meal planned for us. It was amazing and a blast! Everyone helped out in the kitchen. We learned new techniques and she shared secret tips! We would highly recommend Fat Tuesday on Thursday :)
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Coley H.
06/27/2025
This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Chef Shelley is not only a gifted chef but also a warm, engaging teacher. We did the class with my girlfriend, my son, and my 13-year-old daughter, and she made every step of the process fun, informative, and hands-on. She guided us through the prep, ingredients, and cooking techniques — but what really set this apart was how she explained the why behind each step. We learned what the “holy trinity” is in Cajun cooking, why a pinch of sugar enhances tomato-based dishes, and why a splash of lemon juice is key when working with apples. Together, we cooked a delicious Cajun meal: classic salmon over maque choux (a Creole succotash), and excellent chicken étouffée, and a perfectly spiced Southern-style apple crisp. Throughout, Chef Shelley shared amazing stories from her time cooking in New Orleans and New York City — plus insider commentary on restaurants (the best and ones to avoid), chefs, and food trends. It genuinely felt like she knows (and has cooked with) everyone in the food world — including being friends with members of The English Beat! Between dishes, she also treated us to samples of artisan hot sauces, barbecue sauces, spices, and even a caramel apple — all from brands she consults with or has helped develop. Her passion for the culinary arts and the specialty food world is infectious. Chef Shelley is a delightful host, a brilliant storyteller, and a deeply knowledgeable chef. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough — truly one of the best experiences we’ve had.
Jeremy P.
04/17/2025
We had such an excellent night with chef Shelley and her son (sous chef), Legend. She made cooking the meal super easy, the conversation was very entertaining, and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this experience, it was well worth it. Thank you Shelley and Legend!
Mariah R.
02/16/2025
Chef Shelley was really nice and kept us busy. There was a lot of education on the food and I learn a lot on how to season and purchase of food. She was very professional and fun. She kept us laughing with stories and getting to know us all. The experience with booking was great and very easy. I love the communication on cozymeal between the chef. It was very easy to have access to her if we had any questions or concerns. I enjoyed the cocktail and Emily in Paris French theme meal. It was delicious and would love to come back. We felt at home!
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