We had a wonderful birthday celebration dinner prepared and served by Chef Mert, who is easy-going, personable, and professional. I had asked Chef Mert to teach us knife skills which he prepared for by choosing a menu that required slicing, dicing, julienning and knife sharpening! We made a delicious vegetable soup (thickening secret = plain Greek yogurt with some flour mixed into it!) and a flavorful ratatouille with a pan-cooked chicken breast, cut up and tossed with the vegetables. Melt in your mouth goodness. Prior to that, Mert preheated the oven and prepared a whole chicken with plenty of garlic, pepper and salt, lemon and rosemary, rubbing the chicken liberally with olive oil. And while it cooked and we helped him prepare the soup, we opened and shared a bottle of wine. Mert cut up a panoply of fresh fruit, tossed in their own juices and refrigerated. While we enjoyed our soup (there was enough for seconds, and thirds on the next day), Mert plated the chicken and ratatouille. A perfectly roasted chicken, moist, tender and flavorful. We had enough left for 4 more meals. We were so happy and impressed that Mert cleaned up the dishes, counters and sink so well, and left our kitchen as clean and neat as he found it. He arrived shortly before 6pm to set up, and left a bit after 8:30. We helped ourselves to the fruit salad which tasted even better than expected, after half an hour in the refrigerator. The evening was great, as was Mert’s company. He is from Turkey and learned to cook from his grandmothers. Chef Mert has worked in first-rate kitchens but says he never went to cooking school. Shows you that good cooking is an innate talent. It would be fun to have him back to cook an authentic Turkish meal! Kudos to Chef Mert and CozyMeals. P.S. We gave Mert a tip in person.
Cooking Class - Classic Cooking Techniques 101
$123.99 PER PERSON
All fees included
3-hour class • 4-course meal
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WHAT YOU’LL DO
As you're introduced to the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques of basic cookery, you'll prepare dishes like a creamy vegetable soup, one-pot chicken ratatouille and garlic and herb butter roast chicken. Don't forget about dessert! Chef Mert will show you how to prepare and present an impressive fresh fruit salad.
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WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS CLASS
- Ideal for date nights and special occasions
- Perfect for groups, celebrations and team-building events
- Beginner-friendly with clear, step-by-step guidance
- Learn real cooking techniques you can confidently use at home
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Verified guest reviews for this class
Stefana G.
Chef Mert is fantastic! We took his beginners course and he really takes the time to explain and answer every question you have. He explained the thinking behind the cooking to get things just perfect, which I really appreciated. He is a very polite and chill person; very easy and fun to talk to! Also so knowledgeable in different cuisines and restaurants local to the area. 10/10 experience I can’t recommend highly enough!!
Alexis K.
Chef Mert was so sweet and a great teacher! We had a blast with him and learned new dishes to make at home! We definitely will book with him again soon!
Verified guest reviews for other classes with Chef Mert
Ryan F.
Booked the menu Michelin-Inspired Date Night with Chef Mert
Chef Mert was fantastic, and the food lived up to the hype. The birthday dinner was a perfect way to bring fine dining into our kitchen while we got to lay low and have a drink. Definitely would recommend!
Sera S.
Booked the class An Italian Date Night with Chef Mert in Los Angeles (Central LA)
I surprised my boyfriend with a cooking class for Valentine's Day gift and he absolutely loved it. Chef Mert was very welcoming, on time, organized and prepared for us to take his class. His directions were very clear both with his location and his cooking steps. It was our first cooking class and we were a little nervous but he gave us so many information about cooking; for example how to cut properly and tips for a meal to taste much better. We absolutely enjoyed the class and my boyfriend loved it! Menu was great and the food we made was delicious and very filling! Definitely go in hungry :) Thank you Chef Mert!!!!
Matthew B.
Booked the class An Italian Date Night with Chef Mert in Los Angeles (Central LA)
Chef Mert was A+! My wife gifted me an Italian Date Night cooking class, and from beginning to end it was an incredible experience. He explained every part of the process thoroughly, it was very interactive, he allowed us to ask questions, he was unbelievably knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. We will definitely be recommending all our friends book him, and one of my favorite experiences I have had. Thank you Chef!
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