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Cooking Class - Italian Risotto Techniques
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What You'll Do
Get ready to discover the secrets to preparing a legendary Italian meal featuring lobster risotto.
In this hands-on class with Chef Samantha, you will learn the skills and techniques needed to prepare a three-course Italian dinner that any Nonna would certainly be proud of.
You will begin by building an antipasto salad dotted with the delicate sweetness and light buttery flavor of bocconcini. For the main event, Chef Samantha will teach you how to enhance the already succulent flavor of lobster meat as you fold it into an exceptionally rich and creamy risotto. To end the evening, you'll fire up the crème brûlée torch!
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Your Menu
Antipasto Salad
With bocconcini
Lobster Risotto
With arborio rice
Crème Brûlée
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.
Details
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 4
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Couples, Date Night, Gourmet, Italian, Mother's Day, Valentine's
Meet your chef
As an incredible personal chef, Chef Samantha knows exactly how to tailor cooking styles and cuisines to meet individual needs and desires, and can customize menus to give guests a feeling of personal attention. With over a decade of experience in the kitchen, Chef Samantha is ready to showcase delectable fare that will please your palate and dietary requirements. From intimate dinners to large events, Chef Samantha can cover it all!
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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.
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What You'll Do
Get ready to discover the secrets to preparing a legendary Italian meal featuring lobster risotto.
In this hands-on class with Chef Samantha, you will learn the skills and techniques needed to prepare a three-course Italian dinner that any Nonna would certainly be proud of.
You will begin by building an antipasto salad dotted with the delicate sweetness and light buttery flavor of bocconcini. For the main event, Chef Samantha will teach you how to enhance the already succulent flavor of lobster meat as you fold it into an exceptionally rich and creamy risotto. To end the evening, you'll fire up the crème brûlée torch!
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Your Menu
Antipasto Salad
With bocconcini
Lobster Risotto
With arborio rice
Crème Brûlée
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.
Details
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 4
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Labels Couples, Date Night, Gourmet, Italian, Mother's Day, Valentine's
Reviews
Verified guest reviews for this experience
Sue Pulkowski .
06/03/2023
Our cooking experience was great. It was enjoyable and the food was delicious. We even learned a few cooking tips! This was a great Mother’s Day gift from our son!
Tacia M.
06/03/2022
Very welcoming. She walked you through each step and explained it thoroughly. Will be coming again!
Michael Matta .
02/03/2022
The class was interactive, which we preferred. The meal was terrific, and the recipes were included.
Samantha was very friendly, and an excellent teacher.
Sam E.
02/01/2022
A fun time helping to prepare the meal as well as learning some techniques specific to the menu chosen. The risotto was heavenly!
Doug .
01/14/2022
Her instructions were explained and demonstrated in ways that were easy to understand. All of the food was delicious. I would most definitely recommend doing this class.
Elizabeth F.
01/13/2022
The food was absolutely fantastic! Samantha made everything very easy and comfortable in the kitchen.
Linda G.
05/18/2021
We had a great time with Chef Samantha!! She is a great teacher and very patient. She does not rush through the class. The food was delicious!!! It was totally a delightful evening. My friend and I are looking to do another class with Samantha. We highly recommend that you try one of her classes!
Ashley K.
06/08/2022
Sam was very nice. It was unfortunately very warm in the location.
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Samantha
Emily Gardner .
02/10/2026
This was such a great and fun experience!!! Chef Samantha was a great host and chef. We learned how to make French onion soup, croutons, mussels, steak, creamed leaks, peppercorn sauce, & crème brûlée. The food was phenomenal 10/10!!! We didn’t know the couple who joined us, but they were super nice. This was a unique date night experience and we would definitely do it again.
Ann Z.
04/09/2026
Samantha is the perfect blend of professionalism, knowledge, and warmth. We enjoyed preparing delicious Thai food with her and learning some great cooking tips. The lesson takes place in her commercial kitchen and she is incredibly well organized.
Miranda M.
04/02/2026
Delicious food & and Chef Samantha made it a very enjoyable experience for all of us! Would try other meals with her teaching!
Craig V.
02/19/2026
Chinese takeout. Fantastic tips and ingredients. Chef Samantha is top notch. Can’t wait to come back!
Lakeara D.
04/23/2025
Everything was amazing! She can cook her behind off lol. I took my son for his 26 birthday because he wanted to take a cooking class. The food was the best the filet mignon, Caesar salad with homemade ceaser dressing, leak cheese sauce, and crumb brûlée. I love it!
Lauren C.
03/07/2025
The class was so much fun, I learned a lot and the meal was delicious. Thank you Chef Samantha!
Christine E.
12/06/2024
We had the best time with Chef Samantha!!! The food was amazing and her instruction was exactly what we needed!!!
Owen W.
11/11/2024
Chef Samantha is very personable and professional. Patient and knowledgable. We learned many new cooking techniques from. We will be returning to another of her classes.
Laura S.
08/09/2024
I bought this course as a birthday present and it has been a great experience. Chef Samantha is very nice and attentive. I highly recommend it!
Allison Z.
07/22/2024
Samantha was fantastic! The food was really good, we learned some things, and had a great time!
Kiri R.
05/30/2024
Amazing experience! Samantha was so informative and friendly. Meal was DELICIOUS! Highly recommend.
Lawrence J.
05/29/2024
Great class!
Ben N.
05/04/2024
Chef Samantha was awesome, we'd definitely recommend!
Baylee S.
04/04/2024
My husband and I had such a wonderful night dedicating time to learn how to proper cook a delicious meal with Whole Foods from scratch! Sam was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. We would highly recommend! The French fair was fantastic!
Suzy Gerst .
02/14/2024
She is great. Loved every minute of the class
Brandon S.
01/31/2024
Samantha was an amazing host who provided a very fun atmosphere! The gnocchi turned out amazing!
Beth L.
01/24/2024
Samantha was fun! She described everything as she was preparing items. We were all hands on throughout the preparation of the dinner. I would definitely book another class with her.
Dave C.
01/11/2024
Great time and great food.
Frank K.
11/02/2023
Great class! Chef Samantha was great!
Tanya S.
09/28/2023
Chef Sam was wonderful--we cooked classic French cuisine from appetizer to dessert, learning everything from making fresh butter to flaming brandy for a wonderful black peppercorn sauce. We got to be very hands on because there were only two of us in this class. I believe the max is four, but that may get a little tight. Chef Sam shared that she has other classes available as well, so we will be booking our next one soon--we will definitely visit her again!
Sarah B.
09/16/2023
We had such a fun night! Chef Samantha wasn't rushed, gave great cooking tips beyond the recipe and even whipped up a quick dressing recipe that wasn't on the menu when someone asked for advice. Would recommend this to anyone!
Janelle B.
08/02/2023
Chef Sam is great! I highly recommend her classes!
Terry Polczynski .
07/31/2023
My husband and I had a great time learning and participating in French inspired dinner recipes. Chef Samantha was well prepared to bring the class to us and encourage us to participate in cooking. The environment was safe and clean and comfortable. My hisband snd I enjoyed our evening with Chef Samantha.
Jon B.
06/02/2023
Our cooking class with Sam was amazing!! So fun and we learned so much! Would highly recommend!!
Stefanie M.
05/04/2023
Samantha was so great with showing us and explaining how to do everything! We had SUCH a great time and will definitely be doing it again!
Tacey B.
05/02/2023
My husband and I took a cooking class with Sam and had the best time and an amazing dinner! She was extremely knowledgeable, inclusive, professional and personable! All ingredients used were high quality and she was great at talking us through every step with deminstration and guidence. I would highly recommend taking a class with Sam for a fun date night with a significant other or an outing with friends.
zara a.
03/29/2023
Thank you so much Sam!! The food was amazing! Your techniques even I could follow and prepare (and I am not a person that cooks at all). Super delicious and fun! Thank you for the sweet gesture with the birthday candle at the end on the dessert baklava for my partner. You are super thoughtful and it was so sweet of you! Thank you!
I have already begun asking him when is he going to make me that baklava again…lol :D
Amanda Selden .
03/02/2023
What a wonderful night. We learned so much and had fun doing it! Also, the meal was amazing. Thank you Sam!
Tim S.
03/02/2023
Chef Samantha’s experience was a delight! My wife and I had a wonderful time and learned a few good tips. Lastly, her food was delicious. We look forward to attending another event of Chef Samantha’s.
Jason C.
01/27/2023
Samantha was great, the food was delicious. It was the first time we have ever tried a cooking class, and it was perfect for us !
Casey N.
01/16/2023
Samantha was awesome! Taught us a lot of skills and the meal was unbelievable.
Toni H.
07/21/2022
Gave tip there thanks!
She was great, easy to follow, made best food ever, recipes completely reproducible! Would highly recommend!
William P.
06/25/2022
EVERYTHING WAS SUPER!!!
Melori R.
06/24/2022
A very nice evening we had with everyone. Learned a few new things and the food was delicious... Chef Samantha was a gracious host!
Michelle T.
06/23/2022
Samantha was wonderful and the food was delicious! We learned a lot.
Rachel S.
06/19/2022
We had a great time with Sam! The experience was fun and the food was delicious. While we do cook quite a bit at home, we picked up some new recipes, tricks and tips for future recipes. Would highly recommend her for a nice evening together. Her kitchen was clean and her place was easy to find.
Debra H.
05/12/2022
Chef Samantha was so warm and welcoming. We enjoyed both her company and a fantastic meal. It was nice to learn some steps to add flavor by adding a few ingredients or cooking techniques. We loved the experience.
Nathan S.
05/09/2022
Great class. Chef Sam made every part of the cooking process feel very easy and fun. Tidbits on cutting and prepping were especially insightful.
Megan T.
04/29/2022
It was great! My mom and I had fun and learned some new recipes and tips. Great quality time.
Colten M.
03/10/2022
Samantha was amazing! Highly recommend if you want a nice, relaxing, chill date night with an amazing person. She makes it easy it to learn and the food is amazing. Signing up for a 2nd one with her soon!
Megan L.
03/10/2022
We had such a good time! We loved cooking all our food. The recipes were super easy and DELICIOUS!! We would definitely do it again. Very nice little date night.
DONALD B.
02/27/2022
We had so much fun learning to cook Chinese takeout with Sam. Definitely going back for other dishes!
Katie W.
02/26/2022
Samantha was the best part of the whole experience. Laughter, learning, and delicious food! What could go wrong?
Lance T.
02/18/2022
Chef & food were great!
Jennifer B.
02/17/2022
Sam was amazing! She was fun, energetic, kind, & very knowledgeable. The food was absolutely delicious! My fiancé & I learned a lot & enjoyed this thoroughly. We would love to come back in a program setting to learn more, have a scheduled date night, & enjoy yummy food! I highly recommend it!!!
AMANDA H.
02/11/2022
My boyfriend and I did a Southern cooking class with Chef Samantha!!! It was so much fun we learned so many new techniques and the food was to die for!!!! ?
Jaylin F.
02/03/2022
Sam was great! Very personable and funny, made us feel comfortable and at ease. My husband and I did this class to celebrate our birthdays and the food was amazing!! sam is very knowledgeable and was so helpful and gives you little cooking tips along the way, would definitely recommend these classes!
JENNIFER N.
01/23/2022
It was absolutely wonderful and exceeded our expectations. And we did give her a tip
Paula W.
01/17/2022
My friend and I had a blast!!!
Matt .
01/05/2022
Samantha is great! Super friendly and made our experience real fun.
Terry D.
09/20/2021
Fun evening very engaging
Mary B.
07/21/2021
What a fantastic experience. Chef Sam is wonderful. Can't wait to attend another class.
Judy B.
04/17/2021
We had such a wonderful time with Samantha. The class was so much fun, and the food was spectacular!! Samantha made the class so special. Thank you!!â¤ï¸
Marissa H.
03/29/2021
I bought this for my husband’s birthday and it was amazing. Chef Samantha is so welcoming and made the experience so fun. We will absolutely be back!
Keith
03/24/2021
Our cooking class with Samantha was awesome! We are not very experienced cooks and she walked us through each step in the recipe. The Chinese food tasted better than the restaurants and we had the best time making it. Perfect date night!
Sam B.
03/03/2021
Great evening! Learned new techniques and tidbits that we could take away from our experience as well as great flavors ! Really enjoyed Chef and will definitely be looking forward to evenings filled with food and fun !
john W.
02/20/2021
Samantha was amazing. She is a great teacher of the art of cooking! The fish was great and we will be back for sure!!
Gretchen
12/03/2020
We had a great time cooking with Chef Samantha! Our food tasted great too!!
David S.
08/30/2020
We had an incredible time!
Laura O.
08/12/2020
Great class and delicious food!!!
John
03/04/2020
We enjoyed a wonderful Mediterranean style meal, and helped make it too. I’m now ready to make it on my own with the detailed instructions we took home. I’m very happy with our experience cooking and dining with chef Samantha.
Theresa V.
02/29/2020
What a perfect evening! We learned a lot from Chef Samantha. She was very kind and interesting. We really enjoyed the experience!
MJ K.
02/28/2020
Amazing meal! Plus we left with great tips The value of simmering many flavors - including saffron- into a tasty halibut broth along with practical tips on using parchment paper, onion slicing and making garlic paste. Thanks so much, Sam! We had an awesome anniversary dinner.
Carrie W.
01/27/2020
Cooking class with Chef Samantha was the absolute best EVER!!!! Chef Samantha prepared an incredible three course meal and was incredibly friendly and personal! We were celebrating a special occasion and she went above and beyond to make our experience a fantastic one! Our friends and I had a great time and the complete meal was phenomenal! We will definitely do this again!
Danielle H.
01/05/2020
Samantha was wonderful. She answered questions and tailored the meals to our tastes.
Will definitely recommend her to anyone.
Fawne T.
12/21/2019
Chef Samantha was great! We took our 12 year old nephew for Christmas and he loved it. Great experience!
Gracie
02/23/2019
Sam catered my wedding. I couldn’t have asked for a better cater. She is so chill! And at a wedding you don’t need anyone else being over the top. We did a family style dinner which she nailed! So many tasty dishes. Right before the wedding my mom started freaking out that we didn’t have steak knifes (beef tenderloin ?) she comes to Sam to tell her the bad news and Sam says “well I guess it better be tender†and it was totally perfect! All of her staff are very polite and very professional. Highly highly recommend!
Rick
02/23/2019
One of the best catered meals that i have ever had. I strongly recommendChef Samantha any business function, party, or if you just feel like cooking. highest quality & service!
Thank you Samantha !
Tom
02/23/2019
I have used Chef Samantha to cater work and family events. She is always prompt, professional, friendly, reasonably priced and the quality of the food that they prepare is exceptional. Everything is incredibly fresh, tastes delicious and beautifully staged. I will continue to use their services for years to come. I proudly recommend Chef Samantha to my friends and family!
Jenn
02/17/2019
I had an evening open house event and Samantha brought in amazing and unique appetizers. Everyone loved everything and I could not get enough of the tuna avocado wontons. The quality of food, presentation and the ease of having her provide the food was outstanding. I will use her again in the near future!
Deanna
02/17/2019
Samantha is an amazing chef. Her food is unique yet delicious. We have used her several times for various functions and everytime the food was incredible. The presentation of the food was very professional. I would recommend that you use her to cook meals for your family, employee luncheons at work or any special event you might be having.
Barbara
02/17/2019
Samantha is an amazing cook...she comes to our house periodically to cook a few meals for us. We love her food and our kids do too...and it isn't mac & cheese.
We are trying flavors that we wouldn't normally try. Always so tasty!
She is prepared and leaves our kitchen as clean as she found it.
She is creative with her meal options.
And to top it off, she is very nice and always has a smile on her face!
Cassandra
02/17/2019
Samantha was the caterer for my wedding. She made the process extremely simple and stress free. I gave her my budget (which she respected, unlike other vendors that push you to spend more) and my ideas. The wedding went off without a flaw. Everyone was full and happy. Can't wait to have her cater another event!!!!
Mike
02/17/2019
Attended a business event Samatha cooked for and it was perfect. As a wedding photographer I eat alot of catered meals and this was one of the betters ones I've eaten. Well done to her and her team!!!
Joseph
02/17/2019
I have enjoyed the variety of foods in balanced meals with generous portions and all very tasty.
Meesha
02/17/2019
We used Chef Samantha our wedding. We had a very specific idea of what we wanted and a small budget to get it accomplished. We didn't think it was going to be possible but she with us to create the dream menu unlike any other. Now, a year after our wedding, people still talk about the food and how much they enjoyed it. You will not regret going with Chef Samantha for your event.
Jill F.
02/13/2019
I loved Chef Samantha's class! She demonstrated how to perfectly fry sesame chicken, a recipe that I know will become a new staple in my home, and her mashed potatoes were to die for. Chef Samantha was fun and knowledgable and made her delicious dishes look absolutely manageable. I can't wait to pick up the ingredients and cook these recipes for my friends and family.
Richard K.
02/18/2026
Very Unfortunate experience with Samantha. After purchasing a date for 2 for my wife for Christmas, I received an email from Samantha on December 15th stating that Cozymeal screwed up her schedule and that it was supposed to be meat and potatoes class on the date we had purchased. Therefore, Samantha cancelled the reservation we had on that date which was for a Latin Meal.
Since I purchased the date as a gift for Christmas, I wasn't planning to reach out for rescheduling until after I had given it to my wife and talked about when a better day to attend would be.
Samantha took it upon herself to reschedule us for a different day, that would not have worked with our schedule if we had seen the message, and she never received confirmation from us that we could actually attend the class. The only shared expectation that both the chef and ourselves were aware of was that she had cancelled our original date, and we needed to reschedule. That fact never changed.
Despite never receiving confirmation that her new proposed date would work for us, she claims that she showed up and we were a no show.
When reaching out to her to reschedule she referred me to Cozymeal after she had already reached out to them to narrate a story favorable to her.
Upon calling in to Cozymeal they stated that I would have to pay a $100 rescheduling fee. Even though we never agreed to meeting on any other date other than the original for a Latin class, which she scheduled.
The situation has been escalated to a manager, and we are waiting to hear back on whether or not they will issue a refund within the next 72 hours.
Would not recommend scheduling with this host.
