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Cooking Class - Central Italian Cuisine - Austin
Cooking Class - Central Italian Cuisine - Austin
192 reviews
192 reviews 
$ 119 Per person
all-inclusive: 2.5-hour class, 3-course meal.
Gift card can be used for any experience or cookware
What You’ll Do
Slow down and enjoy the ambling milieu of Central Italy in this hands-on class.
In this hands-on class with Chef Zach, you will learn how to prepare a multi-course meal you would typically find in Central Italy, which is considered to be the powerhouse of Italian regional cooking.
First, you'll learn how to make fresh spinach and egg fettuccine from scratch. Then, Chef Zach will show you how to perfectly sear chicken with Italian herbs and lemon, and make a delicious green salad dressed with balsamic vinaigrette before ending the class with an authentic custard topped with fresh berries for dessert.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Your Menu
Straw and Hay Fresh Pasta
Handmade spinach and egg fettuccine with prosciutto, peas, Parmesan cheese and a light cream sauce
Seared Chicken Breast
With Italian herbs and lemon
Insalata Tricolore
Mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Zabaglione
Custard with Marsala wine and fresh berries
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 12
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Labels Beginner, Date Night, Father's Day, Healthy, Italian, Pasta Making, Valentine's
Chef Zach, a culinary extraordinaire, is an applauded chef and enthusiastic culinary instructor who is always striving to create new and fun culinary experiences for his guests. Chef Zach’s dynamic instructional skills paired with his ability to shape and form comprehensive cooking classes leaves guests and students empowered and teeming with the confidence to create outstanding meals in their very own kitchens.
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Cancellation Policy
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.
Chef Zach will travel to guests within Austin for this experience.
What You’ll Do
Slow down and enjoy the ambling milieu of Central Italy in this hands-on class.
In this hands-on class with Chef Zach, you will learn how to prepare a multi-course meal you would typically find in Central Italy, which is considered to be the powerhouse of Italian regional cooking.
First, you'll learn how to make fresh spinach and egg fettuccine from scratch. Then, Chef Zach will show you how to perfectly sear chicken with Italian herbs and lemon, and make a delicious green salad dressed with balsamic vinaigrette before ending the class with an authentic custard topped with fresh berries for dessert.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Your Menu
Straw and Hay Fresh Pasta
Handmade spinach and egg fettuccine with prosciutto, peas, Parmesan cheese and a light cream sauce
Seared Chicken Breast
With Italian herbs and lemon
Insalata Tricolore
Mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Zabaglione
Custard with Marsala wine and fresh berries
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 12
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Labels Beginner, Date Night, Father's Day, Healthy, Italian, Pasta Making, Valentine's
Reviews
Verified guest reviews for this experience
Kaycee
21 Jun 2023
Chef Zack is very personable and fun! Very knowledgeable and answered all questions. Would definitely take another class from him.
Sophia
09 Jul 2022
We had such an amazing time at Chef Zach’s cooking class! He was unbelievably warm and welcoming to both me and my daughter, his knowledge was incredibly impressive and the overall experience was a blast - not to mention tasty. We will definitely be booking another class with Chef Zach soon!!
Alex
12 Mar 2022
Zach was very friendly and knowledgeable and knows how to make an incredible meal.
Vanessa
26 Feb 2022
The whole experience was so much fun! Chef Zach was so nice and accommodating and we cannot wait to go back!
Cody
17 Oct 2021
This was me and my girlfriends first time with a private chef cooking class and this experience was amazing. Chef Zack was welcoming, funny, energetic and a great teacher. He broke down our theme, gave us history of simple ingredients we use everyday and was open to all questions we had.. and we had a lot! The atmosphere was awesome and coupled with the food and wine, WOW! The food was very very good - down to the salad and dessert! I don’t want to give away to much about the class but all and all I highly recommend this class and we will be coming back to see what else Chef Zack has to offer. Thank you!
Cole
02 Oct 2021
This was our first cooking class for me and my girlfriends five year anniversary and we were a bit nervous/shy but Chef Zach made it fun and informative, plus the food was amazing.
Jillian
02 Oct 2021
Wow this class was so much fun!! My husband booked this class for my birthday and we didn't quite know what to expect, but Chef Zach made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived! The dishes were simple, but with a lot of flavor and I feel very confident with Chef Zach's tips we will be able to recreate these at home and impress all our friends!! I can't wait to book my next class with Chef Zach!!
Kristen
01 Mar 2021
Our experience with Chef Zach was incredible!! He was extremely knowledgeable and made sure our event was fun! To top it all off -- the food was delicious! I would definitely recommend Chef Zach!
Kale
29 Dec 2019
We really enjoyed our delicious dinner and all the new techniques and skills we learned! I booked this experience as a Christmas gift for my 24 year old son. I think he was a little apprehensive about what I had gotten him into, but we really enjoyed getting to know Zach and all of our new cooking skills. Wonderful new knowledge for a beginner cook and plenty of helpful tips for me also. Thanks, Zach!
CJ Roell
25 Feb 2025
Chef Zach was phenomenal. Super personable and super knowledgeable.
Was more like having your friends teach you to cook than an actual class.
Would recommend to anyone
Dennis
16 Feb 2025
Beautiful presentation and great food! I look forward to attending another class
Amy Carter
24 Sep 2024
We had a fabulous time taking Chef Zach’s Central Italian Class. It was a really fun date night and parents’ night out to celebrate my birthday. Zach is very friendly and professional, and we learned a lot while making an amazing 3 course meal!
Daiane
21 Jul 2024
Chef Zach provided a unique experience. His personality and expertise combined made this event so special. It was the best date night we had in a long time, and I can't wait to do it again. I would recommend Chef Zack to anyone who wants to have a good time, make delicious food, and learn some new cooking skills!
John Patterson
20 Jul 2024
Absolutely fantastic experience. Zach was a great teacher and host - a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Josh
18 Jul 2024
Took my wife for her birthday to the "Central Italian" class, and it was awesome. Zach made the experience educational, fun and comfortable for us as we made our dish from start to finish. Highly recommend Chef Zach!
Janet
10 May 2024
Chef Zach was amazing! My daughter and I had the best time making a wonderful Italian meal. It was our first time making homemade pasta and it turned out really well. The entire meal was delicious! Chef Zach was so inviting, friendly, and fun! I highly recommend doing any of the classes with him!
Jessica
10 May 2024
Chef Zach was wonderful!! My mom and I had the best time at the Italian cooking class. He is so knowledgeable and personable. Definitely highly recommend!!
Sherri
02 Feb 2024
This class was a surprise to celebrate my husbands birthday. He LOVED it!! Chef Zach was extremely knowledgeable, and so very personable. He took the time to explain the cooking and pasta making to us. To quote my husband, “The food was delicious and we just had a good timeâ€.
Cory
18 Dec 2023
Zach was incredible. We'll definitely be back.
Lauren
03 Oct 2023
Thank you so much! Chef Zach was an amazing and patient teacher who made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. We are so grateful and can't wait for our next cooking class!
Maggie
13 Aug 2023
My fiancé and I had the best time at Chef Zach’s Friday night Central Italian cooking class. Zach is informational, passionate, and fun. The food we produced was delicious and we even got to take some home. We will be signing up for another class in the future!
Jared
16 Jun 2023
We had a great time with Chef Zach. He was personable, entertaining, and informative. Working with and learning from him was fun and easy - highly recommend. Plus - the food was delicious, and seems easily replicable in our own home.
Courtney
23 May 2023
What in incredible experience! First and foremost, Chef Zach was fun, entertaining, kind, and overall just a fantastic host for the evening. We truly enjoyed his company. The lessons we learned from the evening were also great, and the food was spectacular. Would highly recommend Chef Zach and his classes to anyone!
Jamie
27 Mar 2023
This was our second class with Chef Zach and we were just as impressed as we were the first time! The food was great, he was a wonderful teacher and patient, and just fun guy to spend a few hours with. We would highly recommend taking one of his classes and we will probably be back for a third at some point!
Lisa
12 Mar 2023
The experience is awesome.
Chef Zach is so fun and knowledgeable. He kept a great pace and taught us so much. The food was awesome.
Such a fantastic experience.
Alex King
16 Jan 2023
Chef Zach was awesome! We made the best pasta dish. He kept it fun and engaging. Definitely will book him again for another date or group event.
Kathleen
31 Dec 2022
I thought Chef Zach was great; very engaging and informative regarding technique and ingredients. I would consider taking another class from him. The Tri-color pasta was fantastic and dessert was wonderful.
Rodney
09 Sep 2022
We were unsure which course to take but decided to go with the Italian since we wanted to give Pasta making a try. What a wonderful choice that was!!!
Zach walked us meticulously through the process for each course, answered questions with a great amount of historical info, and lots of fun commentary meant to engage everyone.
Zach made sure to make us all feel at home and engaged along the way.
Each course was truly amazing and the fact that we all helped prepare it made it all the more special.
I'm over my fear of making pasta at home!!!
Thanks Zach!
Ryan
21 Jul 2022
Great experience! Highly recommend!
Sara Friedfertig
14 Apr 2022
Our experience with Chef Zach was incredible! He was warm and welcoming, his class was fun and informative, and we had a blast making the most delicious meal I've ever cooked. He shared stories of the travels from which his meals were derived as well as his personal tips and tricks that he picked up through his own experiences. We are already looking to book our next class with him!
Vincent
26 Feb 2022
Zach is the most informative and interesting chef ever. He makes everything insanely fun and a joy to do together. My girlfriend and I had to reschedule TWICE and he was nothing but kind. What a truly wonderful soul he is, and a delight to be around.
Victoria
13 Feb 2022
Zach was amazing with directions and is very personable. The food was cooked beautifully and it was such an interactive and delicious way to spend a Valentine’s weekend idea with my partner. Highly recommend him and will be attending another one of his classes in the future.
Ali
14 Jan 2022
Loved the cooking tips and tricks, lovely conversation, intimate setting and of course the delicious food! Highly recommend!
Emily
10 Jan 2022
Such a wonderful experience! Would do again and recommend to anyone
Cathy
06 Jan 2022
What z as fantastic experience. Zach invited into his home and made us feel so welcome. You realize right away what a passion he has to share his love for cooking. There were 3 couples and he brought us all together with fun and laughter and an amazing time for over three and half hours.
We definitely recommend as a must do. Will not be disappointed.
Barbe
10 Feb 2021
We had a wonderful evening of learning to make Italian food and lovely conversation. Zach was very knowledgeable and easy to learn from.
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Zach
Jaime
29 Jan 2025
We had a great time with Chef Zach! He was knowledgable, personable and put everyone at ease. The meal we made was delicious and we look forward to attempting to recreate it. Thanks Chef Zach for a great class!
Jo
20 Jul 2025
This is our 3rd class with Chef Zach and every time he outdoes himself! He is knowledgeable and entertaining. He makes what looks difficult, feel easy. The best part is we learn skills we can use again and again. The experience is top notch and he is the best Chef we have had, by far!!!
Victoria
18 Aug 2025
Chef Zach was extremely good! The class was really fun, he has such great stories to tell! And the overall experience was amazing!
Charles
25 May 2024
Had a great time with Chef Zach, not only did he teach us how to cook he brought personal stories of his journey of curating the wonderful meal. Will definitely be coming back for another class!
Kerry
24 Jan 2024
Chef Zach is easy to be with and makes guests feel comfortable. His teaching style is kind and approachable. We were able to make a number of dishes and understand how to time them to complete the full meal for presentation at the end. Food was great - and there was plenty to eat at the end!
Lisa
06 Jul 2023
We throughly enjoyed our "Exploring Regional French Fare" with Chef Zach. He is an excellent teacher and shared lots of tips and tricks for cooking. We loved the food and experience. We will be back for more classes with Chef Zach!
Lorna
10 Jun 2023
Chef Zach was professional, friendly and a great educator! The meal was awesome and so fun! Learned skills and tips while having a great time! Highly rec emend Zach and Grek experience.
Norma
04 Aug 2022
Chef Zach was fantastic! I will be taking more of his classes.
Katherine
01 Mar 2022
I booked the French night with Zach as a surprise for my boyfriends birthday - we both absolutely loved it and had a fabulous night! I've been home cooking for ages but still picked up some great tips. The food was delicious, the ambience was perfect, the other guests were a delight and Zach was very entertaining, knowledgeable and full of great stories. Highly recommended. Thank you Zach!
Renon
15 Jan 2022
Chef Zach was absolutely delicious in all the best ways. His place was adorable and well decorated, he has an inviting personality and the meal was excellent. We enjoyed our French class with him. Thanks Chef Zach!
Jana
30 Dec 2021
So that's how you dice an onion! Chef Zach provided a fun, rich learning experience for a cuisine I knew little about, Brazil. My sisters and I had fun! Thanks Chef!
Elijah
16 Aug 2021
Chef Zach is an extraordinary chef with true passion for creating and teaching about amazingly tasty food! He has traveled to the countries he teaches about--Brazil, Paris, Greece, etc--and it show in his polished and comprehensive approach...along with his friendly, down-to-earth attitude and caring teaching style. Don't miss the chance to learn with him!
Tanya
22 Jun 2021
My boyfriend and I had the most amazing cooking experience with Chef Zach. We did the French cuisine class. He was very informative gave us great tips in regards to preparation of the meals. The atmosphere was amazing and he gave us a history lesson of the areas of the country that inspired the French dishes along with the differences. I would definitely recommend this class for anyone who wants to learn or just have a great experience!
Mark
28 Oct 2020
Zach is wonderful, very entertaining, and was an absolute blast to talk to. He also gave us so many useful every day cooking tips in addition to teaching us how to make the wonderful French dishes we enjoyed that night. I HIGHLY recommend him for a date night!
S.
02 Aug 2020
Chef Zach is amazing!!! I took the Flavors of Greece class and it was delicious. I went with my oldest daughter and he taught us all the tricks of how to use the knife, how to combine herbs and explained step by step the recipe while we were making it. He also had the printout for us to take home. I am so glad that I decided for this class. I highly recommend it, never tasted such a delicious Greek meal. Also, we all kept our masks at all times and our distance. Everything is clean and he even had Greek music and pictures of his trip to Greece. Thanks Chef!
Shawna
14 Mar 2020
Seriously the best night! All of the food was amazing. Chef Zach took time and answered all my wanna be a chef questions. He is a wealth of knowledge and fun! Can’t wait to try another class.
Lauren
17 Feb 2020
What an amazing experience! Chef Zach was so accommodating and even gave us some tips on safe knife handling, how to properly zest a lime, how to peel ginger, etc. as part of our lesson. It was also wonderful to learn more about Brazil and even some Portuguese as part of the lesson. The food was amazing and we learned so much! Five stars!
Alena
16 Feb 2020
Absolutely awesome experience! Chef Zach was very welcoming and tried to accommodate everyone's needs or (in my case) dietary restrictions :)
The atmosphere was fun and friendly, Zach shared different cooking tips and tricks along the way. The food was delicious, and we got to keep the recipes and lots of inspiration. We enjoyed this experience greatly and will definitely try other classes.
Thanks once again to Chef Zach for hosting us and sharing his culinary expertise!
John
15 Feb 2020
Had a great time and learned along the way. Very clean location, and excellent teaching technique.
Lauren
08 Feb 2020
My husband and I had such a wonderful time with Chef Zach! He is a wealth of knowledge, talented, funny, and went out of his way to make it a special evening for everyone. We can’t wait to book our next class!
Cat
01 Feb 2020
We loved this class! Chef Zach is awesome! The food was delicious, and the instruction was a perfect balance of hands-on and "show and tell." I'd recommend this class and chef, without reservation!
Sebastian
27 Oct 2019
Chef Zach exceeded all expectations. From the moment we entered his cozy home, the French theme of the night became apparent. Chef Zach is a welcoming host, knowledgeable chef, and an even better instructor. We learned various tips that left us feeling inspired to cook more. From how to get fallen egg shell pieces, to how to cook a pizza in the oven so the flavors of all ingredients melt seamlessly, Chef Zach has tips and tricks for everyone and everything. He was a great conversationalist, and ensured we all (4 of us) got to partake in the cooking steps. He truly knows his way about cooking guaranteed tasty meals. It was an outstanding experience. Highly recommend Chef Zach, you will leave feeling like a mini pro chef. Looking forward to the next class!
Jill
18 Aug 2019
What a great experience! Chef Zach provided a wonderful mix of facts and history of Brazilian cooking, hands-on instruction and a fabulous meal. Super adept at pacing and guidance. An easy laid-back atmosphere with an exceptional meal at the end! I’d recommend this for anyone interested in a fun date night with low pressure. No worry if you don’t have much experience cooking...Chef Zach will have you feeling like a pro in no time! Highly recommend!
Robert
08 Aug 2019
We had a great time with Zach! Ten minutes into our event, it felt like we'd known him for a long time. He's a natural instructor and has a wealth of skill and experience to share. I would highly recommend working with him for a fun evening especially for those just getting started!
Adam
17 Jul 2019
Amazing. My last and I had a blast. I am def planning another date night with that.
bess Female (F) broadwater
29 Aug 2025
We had a lovely time with Zach and the food was delicious!
Christina Peña
27 Feb 2025
Awesome evening. Delicious food
Andre
22 Feb 2025
Amazing, fun and informative Chef. He kept us engaged and helped us prepare an amazing meal. We will be back soon hopefully with Chef Zach again!!
Linda
17 Nov 2024
Chef Zach made this class such a fun, inviting, and informative experience! His expertise made for the most delicious meal that we will certainly be making again in the future. We will definitely be taking another class with Chef Zach in the future! I can’t reccomend this experience enough. Thank you for everything!
James
16 Nov 2024
Chef Zach is the best. He's personable, kind and supremely skilled in the ways of flavor. Every time I'm spending time learning from him there's newness in my kitchen from then on.
Marie
02 Oct 2024
Thank you Chef Zac! My boyfriend and I had a great experience and dinner was fabulous
Adam
02 Oct 2024
We had a lovely time eating delicious food, learning some French cooking techniques, and trading stories about travel and food memories. I definitely recommend the experience! My wife and I had this class to ourselves, but it would also be lots of fun with 4-6 people. Thanks Chef Zach!
Jared
27 Sep 2024
Fun, friendly and yummy evening. There is a very good reason he has so many 5 star reviews. Thanks, Zach!
Kynna Sullivan
10 Sep 2024
Chef Zach was awesome! We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him and the meal was delicious!
Emily
01 Sep 2024
Chef Zach was excellent! My mother and I took the Southern Brunch class and had such a great time. Chef Zach was engaging, fun, and informative. We learned a lot and had a delicious meal. Highly recommend this class and would go back for the others he offers as well!
Merjan K
29 Aug 2024
Chef Zach was awesome so welcoming and friendly and offered great tips for cooking. The meal was so good I highly recommend!
Paula Pierce
25 Aug 2024
Very engaging and interesting class!! Highly recommend.
Matthew
21 Jul 2024
Excellent class and a perfect date night! Chef Zach truly enjoys hosting and it shows will be going again!
Neile
29 Jun 2024
Great Experience.
Mike
24 Jun 2024
Such a perfect experience for my first cooking class. So light and easy but informative at the same time. I’ll definitely be booking again soon!
Margaret
16 Jun 2024
Great experience! Chef Zach was wonderful! The hands on experience was fun, tasty, and educational. I can’t wait to use the recipes and other tips and tricks in our cooking. We were paired with another wonderful couple and the night flowed by so enjoyably and quickly. We had a blast and want to take other classes with Chef Zach!
Arielle
15 Jun 2024
Chef Zach is an amazing chef and teacher. We learned how to make some very yummy dishes and also learned a ton of new techniques for the kitchen. Chef Zach is very patient and takes the time to explain each step and why he is doing things in the order that he is doing them. He's also just really fun! Will definitely be taking another class.
Jazz
08 Apr 2024
Zach was great and we really enjoyed the class! Super friendly, informative, and knowledgeable.
Tasty Mediterranean food and the best baklava ever!
MATTHEW
24 Mar 2024
Great class! Zach is extremely personable and fun. He's an excellent teacher, and the food we prepared was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!
Kathy
12 Mar 2024
â¤Our experience with Chef Zach through Cozy Meal was exceptional. â¤â¤From his warm welcome to his informative guidance and delicious menu, Chef Zach made our rustic French cooking class truly unforgettable. â¤â¤He effortlessly shared his culinary expertise, providing clear instructions and valuable tips while creating a delightful atmosphere of camaraderie. â¤â¤Each dish we prepared showcased his passion for cooking and attention to detail, leaving us inspired and eager to continue exploring in the kitchen. â¤â¤If you're seeking a memorable culinary experience, we highly recommend Chef Zach - you won't be disappointed! â¤
John
09 Mar 2024
Chef Zach was awesome in every way. From the time we arrived, he was friendly and welcoming to when we finished. We learned so much and had a fantastic time! The food was delicious ?
Michael
20 Feb 2024
Great job!
Christine
13 Feb 2024
Fantastic cooking class with Chef Zach!! He is so knowledgeable and warm and a delight to be with. The menu was DELICIOUS. And we learned so much. We will definitely book more of his classes.
Angie
12 Feb 2024
We loved our cooking experience with Chef Zach!
Jasmine
10 Feb 2024
We had such an awesome time with Chef Zach for the Regional French Fare cooking class. Our group of friends had 1 gluten allergy and 1 nut allergy, he was so accommodating for them without making a big deal of it. He made the birthday girl feel special, made surprise goodies like GF macarons just for us! We laughed and learned so much. Thanks Chef Zach! We all said after that we would definitely book again!
Brent
03 Feb 2024
Amazing, first-class experience with Chef Zach. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
Brianna
28 Jan 2024
Chef Zach made the class so much fun! His personality really made him an excellent leader. He knows how to teach a group of people while also giving so much individualized attention. He was very personable and taught us proper cooking techniques while also teaching us the history of where the dishes came from. The whole experience was amazing and memorable and we will definitely take another cooking class with Chef Zach again!
Madeleine
21 Jan 2024
Amazing experience for me and my 18 year old (soon to be colllege student). Chef Zach taught us many new skills, the history about Brazilian food and great stories of his personal experiences. His home was inviting and relaxing. We will definitely be back!
Kristine
20 Jan 2024
The food was amazing and Zach taught us some many help hints to upscale out at home cooking experience. Can’t wait to make these recipes at home!
Cindy
16 Jan 2024
Chef Zach was fantastic! We loved his recipes and his instruction. We will definitely be going back to one of his classes!
Alexandra
13 Jan 2024
We loved our cooking class with Chef Zach. He was a blast to cook with and our food turned out amazing. We learned so much about the food, the Brazilian culture and proper cooking techniques. Highly recommend this experience!
Damon
13 Jan 2024
Great time with my daughter. Zach took time to not only show us great techniques but also spent time educating us on the regionality of the dishes we prepared.
Sarah
12 Jan 2024
Chef Zach was an excellent instructor and host. We had so much fun and the food was delicious!
Alison
06 Jan 2024
Had an amazing time at Zach’s class. Food was delicious, atmosphere was cozy.
James
28 Dec 2023
This was GREAT! Chef Zach was a marvelous host. My daughter and I have tried a lot of fun culinary experiences and cooking classes, food is a hobby we share, and Chef Zach was so very engaging and clearly loves the food he makes, the flavors involved and is very knowledgable without leaving novices like us feeling like idiots. The whole evening was fun and that makes this entire meal memorable.
11/10 would not just recommend but will do this again.
Amy
15 Dec 2023
What a fantastic experience. Cooking with Zach is informal, informational, and fun! The kitchen was cozy and comfortable, and we had great conversation with the other guests in our class. The food was delicious and we learned many tips to replicate the experience at home. Would definitely take another class with Chef Zach!
Justin
15 Dec 2023
Incredibly fun class! You’ll be smiling ear to ear the entire time. Chef Zach is the GOAT.
Michelle
10 Dec 2023
We had a wonderful experience at Chef Zach's. My partner and I have wanted to take a cooking class for sometime, and it did not disappoint. Chef Zach is knowledgeable, personable, fun and really has a passion for cooking and ensuring his guests enjoy their class. House was clean, food portions were more than enough, even sending us home with left overs. Looking forward to another class with Chef Zach, thank you!!
Sarah
19 Nov 2023
Chef Zach was an amazing host! The home kitchen setting was perfect. The instructions were spot on and the food amazing. We had a wonderful evening with Chef celebrating my husband's birthday and getting to know another couple in the class. It was a perfect evening. We will 100% explore more classes with Chef Zach!
Zach
12 Nov 2023
We did the Brazilian cuisine class with Chef Zach. He was very knowledgeable about the food and culture and left us wanting to try making the dishes at home!
lorie
25 Oct 2023
loved the small personal attention to guests and meal. anawered all questions. loved the home set up.
Kathyrn
21 Sep 2023
Chef Zach is fun and very knowledgeable about the food he is cooking. This is my second class with him and I enjoyed both.
Amanda
20 Sep 2023
Zach was fantastic! He was so polite, personable, and love how he explained everything for me. Excellent touch with water and snacks.
Susanna
09 Sep 2023
My husband and I attended Chef Zach’s Brazilian cooking class. It was incredible! Chef Zach is so hospitable, warm and kind. He is also a really amazing chef and we learned so much. The food turned out superb and he sent us home with recipes to try again. We learned knife skills, Brazilian culture and a few words in Portuguese. Highly recommend!
Lisa
15 Aug 2023
Great class. We learned so much. As usual chef Zach does a fabulous job instructing us and keeps it fun.
Chad
10 Aug 2023
This was an amazing experience for me and my fiancé while visiting Austin! Chef Zach is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, hospitable, and fun. The food was a 10/10. Would highly recommend this class or any other class with Chef Zach.
Catrina
10 Aug 2023
Super fun experience. Chef Zach provided expertise and was a welcoming and friendly host. You will not be disappointed.
Abby
16 Jul 2023
Excellent class and experience! Chef Zach was engaging and taught us new skills and fun facts about our cooking and meal. Everything was well prepared and organized, and we will definitely be making the recipes again!
Gloria
10 Jul 2023
Chef Zach was absolutely amazing! Definitely made the class memorable for us. We will be booking again!
Ashley
30 Jun 2023
Zach was a phenomenal delight to have at our open house. The food was delicious, class was informative, and Zach kept things fun and engaging. Don't delay in booking this event- our team LOVED it!
Patrick
19 Jun 2023
The class was informative and a lot of fun. We had a great time and the food we made was delicious.
Emma Hein
22 May 2023
Chef Zach was INCREDIBLE! My boyfriend and I ended up having a private cooking session, and we had such a great date night. Not only was the food delicious, but Zach was super knowledgeable and taught us about the origins of the recipe as well as ways to best recreate the meal (because we most definitely will). Zach went above and beyond, curating a French bistro environment to match our French meal, and was such a pleasure to chat with during our time together. Would 10/10 recommend booking a meal with Zach, you won't be disappointed!!
Trey
21 May 2023
Everything was great
Lisa
23 Apr 2023
Chef Zach is fabulous. he is a great instructor and keeps everything fun but educational. we are now going back for our 4th class with him, that's how much we love him.
Jason
29 Mar 2023
Nice and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this chef and this experience again.
Tracey Petersen
18 Mar 2023
Chef Zach is such a delight. It’s like hanging out with your best friend!!
Susie Kelly
11 Mar 2023
Chef Zach made our evening so much fun! He is knowledgeable about the cuisine we prepared and gave us expert instruction to create a fabulous meal. Our Brazilian dinner was delicious!
Sally
11 Mar 2023
We had such a lovely evening! Chef Zach is a delight! The perfect host. Charming, funny and a fabulous instructor. He made everything so fun. The meal was incredible and we felt so accomplished. Each step was interactive and educational, and we truly enjoyed the experience. Hope to work with Chef Zach again sometime in the future. Win, win!
Christina
05 Mar 2023
We had a wonderful time! I thought I knew how to cook, but I learned so many new things about how to prepare great food in a way that makes it all ready-to-serve at the same time. We had such fun, we will absolutely do it again, and we will bring the whole family!
Brooke Miller
04 Mar 2023
A great experience! Thanks!
Susan
04 Mar 2023
Chef Zach is a wonderful instructor and a super host. I had a great time, learned so much, and the meal was superb. I highly recommend this class and Chef Zach.
Gary
26 Feb 2023
Thank you, Chef Zach, for a wonderful experience. My wife and I learned some things, enjoyed the opportunity to create and then enjoy a very good meal. Great job on your part! Will look forward to another chance to meet with you in the future.
Natalie
11 Feb 2023
Amazing experience, chef Zach was super friendly, with a super great knowledge of the food, culture and all the tips and tricks when it came to cooking each item. Food was extremely delicious!
Judi
05 Feb 2023
This class was so fun. Chef Zack is a great teacher, shares great anecdotes, taught us new cooking skills and the class of 3 hours just flew by. The food was so delicious and thanks to the recipes he gave us, we’re hoping to recreate at home. The pacing and balance between hands-on participation and demonstration by Chef was perfect! A truly fun night.
Lisa
29 Jan 2023
This class was fabulous. Chef Zach made the cooking class so fun and easy and did a great job of setting the mood for the day. Teaching us knife skills & proper techniques. Took the time to explain the differences between the different herbs and seasonings. The class was a great pace and the food turned out delicious.
David
29 Jan 2023
Chef Zach was great. The class was really fun and very informative, and the food was great. Having never used Cozymeal before, I wasn't sure what to expect with the location and how it would work. But everyone in the group had a great time. Would definitely recommend
Arliese
28 Jan 2023
Can't wait to book my next class with Chef Zach. Great energy, very knowledgable, delicious food! You're lucky if you get to book a class with him.
Luis
22 Jan 2023
Chef Zach class was great, entertaining and he is very knowledgeable. He makes us feel at home, always willing to teach us something and provide a lot of tips during class. The food came out great and we had a magnificent time. Looking forward to our next class. Thanks Cherf!!
lexi
22 Jan 2023
We had so much fun with chef Zach today. This was our first cooking class and we have already looked into taking more! Specifically with that. He has a great personality, explained everything thoroughly, and obviously had amazing recipes we got to take home! Highly recommend. We will be back to visit him soon!
Dave Pedley
07 Jan 2023
Zach hosted a very educational, entertaining, and fun evening. Highly recommended!
Donald
31 Dec 2022
Chef Zach was AMAZING!!! Very informative, food was tasty, and had an awesome time. The three hours we were there flew by because we were all having so much fun! This is an experience we will always remember. Thank you for being such an outstanding host!
-Donald and Anabel
Tina
19 Dec 2022
Chef Zach was fun! He was an awesome instructor! We had such a wonderful evening with delicious food! Would highly recommend this experience with Chef Zach!
Dana
17 Dec 2022
Chef Zach was great and the whole experience was very enjoyable. I also appreciate Chef Zach made modifications for one of my friend who is gluten free diet, highly recommend it.
Breauna
11 Dec 2022
I'm already looking at the calendar to plan my next class with Chef Zach! I came away with so many skills and tips to implement in daily cooking. Chef Zach is overall just excellent company and has curated such a comfortable and inviting environment in his home whether you're interested in learning or just want to enjoy a great meal from start to finish. Highly recommend! If you're looking for your sign, this is it! Just book it!
Anne
09 Dec 2022
Chef Zach was amazing! Our team had the best time and have made him an honorary member of the team! I would recommend this to everyone! A PERFECT and delicious experience! Thank you!
Sarah
12 Nov 2022
Such a fun experience with friends! Chef Zach was passionate, a great teacher, and fun. I’d recommend his classes to friends and colleagues.
Alizia
07 Nov 2022
Chef Zach was so great! I have taken cooking classes before, but this is one of my favorites. We learned so much and had a lot of fun . Definitely recommend taking this class
Kyle
01 Nov 2022
One of the best experiences I've ever done. Chef Zach did a great job of teaching how to cook, letting us do the work without being overwhelmed. Would highly recommend for other couples looking for an unique gift.
JOELLE
22 Oct 2022
We had a great time! Chef Zach was very hospitable, friendly and taught us great technique!
Rene
02 Sep 2022
Chef Zach was awesome! My wife an I had an amazing night with him Would highly recommend this class to anyone!
Tiffany
25 Aug 2022
Great class! We learned a lot and had a blast. We're already looking into one of his other classes!
Cooper
07 Aug 2022
Zach did a great job. He was personable, informative, and really set the atmosphere for a good night of cooking.
Cyndi
04 Aug 2022
Our experience to Brazil last night with Chef Zach was amazingly delicious, fun., and entertaining. Even though I'm an experienced cook I learned some new things too. I recommend this class and look forward to taking more of his classes.
Bobette
02 Jul 2022
Chef Zach was great! Very friendly, professional, and made the whole evening fun. The recipes weren’t overly complicated, and he gives you everything in writing after the class, so I’m confident I’ll be able to cook everything again easily!
Ariel
25 Jun 2022
Great class! Chef zach had so many tips and tricks
Adam
15 Jun 2022
Absolutely loved this class! Chef Zach is a gem, and guided us expertly through to a genuinely delicious final product. I left full, happy, and wanting to try out one of his other classes!
Jenni Griesel
12 Jun 2022
Delicious food with clear instructions , so it will be easy to make at home again! Chef Zach was a wonderful host and very knowledgable about this cuisine.
Rolanda
01 Jun 2022
Chef Zach was an amazing teacher, really personable, and made the space so inviting and cozy. Thank you!
Kelsey
30 Apr 2022
Wow what a phenomenal experience! Zach was incredible from start to finish starting with his love for food and his inspiration for his career. The flavors of all the dishes were really as if your tastebuds were on a vacation. I loved that he had personal photos on display of his Greek adventures. We’re already looking forward to our next class with Zach. 1000000/10.
Devon
29 Apr 2022
Class with Zach was wonderful! We did the French menu and the food was delicious and easy to replicate at home which is great! Zach was fun, informative, and all around enjoyable. Would cook with again!
Jamie
09 Apr 2022
Chef Zach was wonderful! Will definitely come back and book other classes with him in the future.
Ryan
09 Apr 2022
Chef Zach is the coolest! We learned a lot and had a lot of fun.
Jesse
03 Apr 2022
We had a great time and learned a lot about Brazilian cuisine. The Brazilian cheesebread is also insanely good.
Julian
03 Apr 2022
Fantastic experience, delicious food and a lovely place.
Murray
20 Mar 2022
Great food and stories.
Michele
17 Mar 2022
If I could give more than 5 stars I would!!! This was a birthday adventure for my daughter and there was zero disappointment!! The “cozy†part of the name was the home class. The Mediterranean themed food was AMAZING and my daughter got the input, experience and fun I was hoping she’d get.
Destiny
03 Mar 2022
Amazing class will absolutely be back for another.
Alex
27 Feb 2022
My friends and I had such a great time with Chef Zach. He taught us a ton of tricks and information. Very interactive and intimate - would love to do this again. Thanks, Chef!
Madison Arsenault
19 Feb 2022
Such a fun experience! Great vibes all around
Peyton
08 Feb 2022
We had a great experience with Chef Zach! He was very welcoming and knowledgeable and made it all very easy and fun!
Jesse
05 Feb 2022
Zach's place was great, the food was delicious, and I learned a bunch.
Stephanie
05 Feb 2022
Approachable, educational, engaging, and delicious. We had so much fun and Chef Zack’s personal journey to becoming a chef is inspiring and authentic. We will for sure take courses in the future!
Laura
04 Feb 2022
Fantastic all around!!
Drew
23 Jan 2022
Zach was great! We learned a ton, and it was a wonderful dinner.
Do yourself a favor and take a night out from hitting a restaurant and book a cooking class with Zach! Way more fun, and even better food.
Madelyn
12 Jan 2022
Chef Zachs 'Journey Through Brazil' class was nothing less than perfection. This was a gift I had given my boyfriend for Christmas as an experience for us to do together. Not only did we get to experience some delicious food but we got the opportunity to relearn some cooking techniques such as how to properly cut vegetables or hold a knife. A wonderful experience from start to finish and would strongly recommend it to anyone interested in trying out a cooking class. We are looking forward to coming back and trying another class with him!
Alexandra
21 Dec 2021
Chef Zach is engaging and very flexible; he can offer high-level beginner instructions or get into nitty gritty details for the curious.
Olivia
15 Dec 2021
The class with Zach was amazing!! I’ll definitely be coming back for another and would absolutely recommend to anyone interested in learning to cook, eating awesome food, or meeting some super nice people! Thank you so much for a fantastic experience.
Nick
11 Dec 2021
Chef Zach was AWESOME. We had a fantastic time. He taught us knife skills, educated us on the history of the foods we were eating, and gave us a ton of overall cooking tips. This is hands down, the best cooking class I've ever taken and was 100x better than any in-store class I've seen. Zach had photos scrolling on his TV of his trips to Brazil and this showed us that we truly had an authentic experience as well as he has spent so much time in Brazil. It's easy to see that he has a passion for what he does and that shines through in creating a welcoming, cozy, and educational experience.
I've felt frustrated when going to some cooking classes as it feels too rigid or like you're not always able to get 1:1 lessons. Taking a class like this in the chef's kitchen was incredible. Everything felt very personalized. On top of that, it was a ton of fun.
If you're on the fence about which class to take, the Brazilian class w/Chef Zach is incredible as you get to try different flavor combinations and learn things you can easily do at home. He even gave us some some basic lessons in speaking Brazilian Portuguese. We even went home with plenty of leftovers that we cannot wait to eat. My husband & I have already argued about who gets to eat the rest of the brigadeiros.
Sidenote: I'd love if Cozymeal would let me post photos of the class with this review as that would have been helpful when booking.
Marilyn
05 Dec 2021
Zach is fantadtic! His home is welcoming and personality really makes the event feel special. Highly recomend going with your partner if you're looking for an intimitate moment.
Eric
19 Nov 2021
We had such a fun time
Ethan
13 Nov 2021
We had a great time with Chef Zach's class "Exploring Regional French Fare" . Chef Zach is charming, insightful, and a very skilled culinary artist. He answered all of our questions, gave us great tips to take home, and had an immaculate kitchen. I am looking forward to trying his other classes.
Andrew
28 Aug 2021
We had a wonderful time and great food. Will definitely book again!
Jeni
15 Aug 2021
Zach was amazing and made the experience very personal. His stories of his travels, the culture and the origins of the meal were informative but also very interesting. Can’t wait to go back and attend another one of his classes . Mark & Jennifer
Karla
23 Oct 2020
Chef Zach was an incredibly welcoming and patient instructor. The food was absolutely delicious! We can't wait to share these meals with our family!
Mark
14 Sep 2020
We had a great time learning from and cooking with chef Zach!
Food means so much more when you learn the history behind it. Not only did we make a 4 course Brazilian meal with my partner, we learned where the dishes came from and what cultural groups influenced each dish: fish stew, brigadeiros, and pao de queijo.
The food was tasty with complex flavors that was created with attention and care. I can't believe how easy it is to make pao de queijo; much easier to make than pronounce, for me. Chef Zach was personable, engaging and patient. We learned not only how to cook the dishes but also several useful cooking skills and techniques we plan to use moving forward.
Kelley
08 Jul 2020
Chef Zach was wonderful teacher for my 14 year old granddaughter Zoey. She greatly enjoyed the class and I would highly recommend his courses. Provided simple explanations that you can use in daily cooking. We will definitely be taken another course from him. Bravo and thank you Chef.
Nelson
13 Mar 2020
Cooking with Chef Zach was a delight. He's knowledgeable, patient, and presents everything in a friendly and easy to digest manner. No pun intended.
Yousuf
22 Feb 2020
Chef Zach was wonderful, entertaining, and personable from start to finish. He educated us about French cuisine throughout our meal, walked us through each step, and was a true professional. Our meal was delicious. We left with full bellies and would highly recommend!
Casilynn
09 Feb 2020
I surprised my husband for his birthday with Cozymeal. I chose the Exploring Regional French Fare menu with Chef Zach. Chef Zach was super friendly and personable. He was very knowledgeable and made the experience so incredible. My husband and I learned how to poach an egg, make a vinaigrette from scratch, flambé a sauce, make crepes, and so much more. We highly recommend Cozymeal and Chef Zach for a cooking experience you will never forget.
Chris and Brandy
17 Jan 2020
Chef Zach is an excellent cook and the session with him was well worth it. My wife and learned new things, enjoyed a great meal, and had an overall great experience.
Angela
28 Dec 2019
Absolutely wonderful experience! The mood was set. The prep was fun. The food delicious. Zach was a super host. So glad I looked for something different to do. We’ve done some other cooking school events but this was much better. Smaller group. Chances to ask questions.
Paula
07 Oct 2019
I had the opportunity to have a cooking experience with Chef Zach. It was wonderful. Not only is he an expert in the kitchen but also very open to answering elementary questions about cooking in general. He made the experience fun and the meal was excellent. I would not hesitate to have another cooking lesson with this chef.
Ricardo
26 Aug 2019
Zach is very entertaining and an expert chef. He can turn a 500 degree oven into an experience you won't forget! Check him out. You will be glad that you did!
Desi
26 Jul 2019
Chef Zach was great! Super knowledgeable and personable-- no question was too novice for him and he really took the time to bring us along on the culinary ride. Plus, the food was awesome!
Aditya
21 Jul 2019
This being our first time doing an experience like this on the Cozymeal platform, the information provided was complete and helpful.
My wife and I had planned this experience to celebrate our 10th marriage anniversary. Instead of going to a restaurant, we decided to do something different. Since we consider Food to be quite central to what we enjoy, my wife found and discovered this cooking class on Cozy Meal. Since we are vegetarians, it took us some time but we finally found this Brazilian cuisine cooking class on Cozymeal with a vegetable and fish-based menu!
Now about the host:
We found the whole experience amazing. Zach was an extremely personable and friendly host who not only provided a great gastronomic experience but also engaged us with his travel and cooking stories. We learned a few new kitchen skills on the side. We loved the interactive cooking aspect of the experience, with Zach showing us the way! 2 hours passed in a hurry, and at the end of it, we enjoyed a tremendous five course meal! An amazing experience that we'll remember in years to come!
Shawn
09 Jun 2019
Chef Zach was very knowledgeable, but also patient and encouraging. We felt like we were involved in the process of cooking our meal, but he was there to ensure that it came out tasting delicious (which it may not have if we were left to our own devices!). The steak au poivre we made was tastier than most of the recent steaks I've ordered at restaurants!
Kristen
06 Jun 2019
Chef Zach is amazing! Not only is he extremely technically skilled, he also is an incredibly gracious host with a lovely apartment. His warmth puts even the complete neophyte chef at ease. Would absolutely recommend and hope to cook with him again myself.
Thomas
22 May 2019
Awesome host
Audrey
16 Apr 2019
What a wonderful evening of experience, after 50 years of cooking I learned helpful hints of cooking and blending of taste. Chef Zach made it fun and educational at the same time. A wonderful evening and great teacher!!! The food was wonderful too!
Judy
14 Apr 2019
Zach not only gave me my first taste of Brazilian cuisine (delicious!) but also the hands on, muscle-memory-learning and desire to try making it myself in the future. Zach's home and kitchen is super clean and inviting and the table was set perfectly. It's relaxing to be with close friends, enjoying wine we brought, while Zach kept track of timing and sequence, passed on tips and timesavers, and guided us to produce a stress-free gourmet dinner. Zach made possible a special intimate dinner with close friends-- without having to grocery shop, prepare, clean house, set the table, or clean-up afterward---priceless !!
Mindi
25 Feb 2019
Chef Zach prepares - and teaches you to prepare - food that he knows and loves. His French-inspired cuisine comes with a love for his own French heritage, and his time spent in Brazil shows in his proficiency there as well. He's quick with an anecdote that tells the story behind why he loves the menu items he chose, and his deep knowledge of technique means you'll learn something new while he demos even the simplest cooking method - like adding salt to water for pasta. Who knew we weren't using enough of it?
