A Chicago native, Chef Andy has worked in many professional culinary roles from Culinary Director to Food Content and Menu Developer. With years of experience as a culinary instructor for both adults and kids, Chef Andy and his team are well-versed in a wide range of cuisines from sushi to classic European dishes. Whether led by Chef Andy or a Resident Chef, these engaging classes and private dining experiences offer fun, expert guidance and kitchen secrets that will leave you hungry for more.
Chef Highlights
15+ years of culinary experience
Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Graduated from The Illinois Institute of Art at Chicago; Robert Morris University
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WHAT YOU’LL DO
Create a menu of flavorful dishes while sticking with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Join Chef Andy in this fun and interactive cooking class where you’ll learn how to combine time-honored flavors and healthy ingredients to create a satisfying spread.
First, you’ll make creamy hummus with garbanzo beans, traditional tahini and fresh lemon, and mup a refreshing garden salad of greens, cucumbers and red onions topped with a homemade Greek vinaigrette dressing. Then, assemble chicken turmeric kabobs and fluffy rice followed by yogurt topped with fresh berries, honey and pistachios for the perfect sweet ending to this class.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Suitable For
This cooking class is great for individuals, couples and groups as well as for a birthday or bachelorette party. Guests can cook, connect and enjoy a memorable experience together.
Based on gifting and gift-redemption activity on Cozymeal, this cooking class is a popular cooking class gift and is well suited as a gift for seniors.
Your Menu
Homemade Hummus and Pita Chips
With garbanzo beans, tahini and lemon
Village Salad
With red onions, cucumber, mixed greens and Greek vinaigrette
Chicken Turmeric Kabobs and Rice
With bell peppers and tomatoes
Yogurt and Honey
With berries and pistachios
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.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
No prior cooking experience needed
All ingredients and equipment are provided
Dietary accommodations available upon request
Private classes available for groups and special events
A Chicago native, Chef Andy has worked in many professional culinary roles from Culinary Director to Food Content and Menu Developer. With years of experience as a culinary instructor for both adults and kids, Chef Andy and his team are well-versed in a wide range of cuisines from sushi to classic European dishes. Whether led by Chef Andy or a Resident Chef, these engaging classes and private dining experiences offer fun, expert guidance and kitchen secrets that will leave you hungry for more.
Chef Highlights
15+ years of culinary experience
Trained in Michelin-star kitchens
Graduated from The Illinois Institute of Art at Chicago; Robert Morris University
Chef Andy did a wonderful job as an instructor and his home kitchen and dining area were well designed for the class and tastefully decorated. He provided excellent information and demonstrations about knife skills, prep tips, food safety and cooking styles. His kitchen, the appliances, tools and utensils were spotless and in good shape.
We plan to make the turmeric chicken and grilled veggies at home - didn't realize we can grill the veggies without oil using a non-stick pan; appreciated using a small amount of oil mixed into the raw chicken with the turmeric before grilling.
I've been enjoying Greek yogurt with blueberries, strawberries, pistachios and honey at home - great as a breakfast item or a light dessert as Chef Andy suggested.
Thanks to the chef for a fun time - we learned a lot and also enjoyed meeting the other two people who took part in the class.
Courtney K.
Chef Andy was amazing! Chef came over to our house and was extremely welcoming. He gave us tips on cutting and preparing the food we were cooking. Would highly recommend and would book Chef Andy again!
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