Cooking Class - The Art of Ancestral Cooking

Cal

18 Feb 2024

Delicious menu, beautiful location, and superb cheffing. Jordan was really knowledgeable about healthy, organic food, and taught us about the health benefits of each ingredient, as well as where to find the freshest food. We had never done a cooking class before and this exceeded our expectations in every way. I highly recommend booking a class with Jordan, especially this one if it interests you at all!

Andrew

05 Sep 2023

Had a wonderful time! The ingredients were so fresh and Jordan created a great atmosphere.

Cristian

02 Sep 2023

Jordan Was a great host and Chef, a beautiful home with a great view. The art of Ancestral Cooking was tasty and very healthy. The food was excellent and he had a lovely husky to play with. Highly recommend!

Amanda

31 Aug 2023

This class was so much fun, so informative, and Jordan created such a wonderful menu! I highly suggest booking with him, especially this class!

Derral

31 Aug 2023

I attended Chef Jordan's Art of Ancestral Cooking class. Chef Jordan was an exceptional host. Chef Jordan shared lots of detailed information about the spices and ingredients he used to prepare the meal and where he purchases these items (or grows). He was well versed on the methods of preparation and cooking, and all portions of the meal prepared were outstanding.

Robert

16 Sep 2024

It was an unforgettable experience! The menu was not only delicious but also a perfect balance of fresh, vibrant flavors. Joedan’s expertise and passion were evident in every dish, and he made the experience engaging and fun. The detailed explanations, hands-on approach, and warm atmosphere made it an absolute pleasure. The ingredients were all top notch. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a great experience. Thank you Jordan for an amazing evening!

Taylor

29 Aug 2024

Excellent, highly recommend

Alexander

13 Aug 2024

The mushroom cooking class with Jordan was phenomenal. Jordan is an excellent cook, instructor, and host. The beautiful location and view made the whole experience even better.

kerri selby

29 Jul 2024

Really enjoyed learning how to cook healthy Indian dishes. We really loved how detailed you were in teaching us knife skills and other preparation knowledge! Thank you

Linda

10 Jul 2024

5 star experience. I went with a friend. Jordan invited us into his home where he taught us knife skills and then put us to work chopping and dicing ingredients for our meal. I was delighted to learn how to use different types of mushrooms. The meal turned out scrumptious and was followed by a ceremonial cacao drink with a wonderfully tasty dessert. All gluten and dairy free. Chef Jordan is a great teacher and very personable. We both enjoyed our experience and time spent cooking together.

Swati

09 Jul 2024

We had so much fun with Chef Jordan and learned a lot. We did the mushroom class, and he came to our place for private cooking class with me and my husband. It was really fun, tasty, and we are even cooking his recipes after the class.

John

25 Jun 2024

Great guy! Highly recommend.. food was amazing and he did not cut corners. His ingredients were absolutely amazing.

Nancy

28 May 2024

Jordan is a great chef and our meal was exceptional. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. We had a great time and will for sure do this again!

Rosemary

29 Apr 2024

Thanks, Chef Jordan, for a yummy pasta-making class.

Michael

14 Apr 2024

Very helpful, good insights on the food prep, helped with clean up, kept everyone focused but not pressured. Thank you!

Brooke

07 Apr 2024

Chef Jordan’s class was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable and the food was delicious. My mom and I had a great time taking his class and would highly recommend. The views from his kitchen up in Julian were gorgeous, so a great bonus!

Armando

06 Apr 2024

First time taking a cooking class and loved every moment of it! Will most definitely be coming back to take another class with Jordan! Nothing but the highest regards for someone who gets to show people his love for what he does! I can guarantee you'll have a great time taking any one of his classes!

Ashley

25 Mar 2024

My friends and I enjoyed celebrating my birthday with Chef Jordan. It was the perfect amount of cooking while also enjoying our time with one another. I loved his philosophy of food as medicine and at the end he made us this delicious chocolate ice cream.

Brian

22 Feb 2024

Chef Jordan completely exceeded our expectations for this class. My girlfriend and I have taken a few cooking classes before but never with a chef so passionate about their food. We took the plant based class and as a non vegan I was blown away by how much depth of flavor every dish had. Chef Jordan was involved but let us do a lot of the work, the balance was perfect. The location was gorgeous I mean a lunch overlooking a beautiful lake? It felt like we were on a vacation. The class is something she and I will always look back on as a wonderful shared experience. If you’re considering taking a class from chef Jordan, don’t wait any longer you won’t be disappointed.

Logan

19 Feb 2024

Chef Jordan made my boyfriend and I very comfortable in his home for our pasta-making experience. He was very thorough, knowledgeable, and passionate about his class and lifestyle when it comes to food and wellness. We learned a lot and we had such a fun night. It felt way more personal than a regular cooking class and I would highly recommend Chef Jordan!

Sydney

18 Feb 2024

WOW! What an amazing experience with Chef Jordan at his home! He taught my family and I so many important cooking trips while we prepared an amazing and organic meal. A truly wonderful setting for small groups. The conversations we shared was just cherry on top to what I recommend an incredible cooking class!

Hana

06 Feb 2024

This cooking class (or any class with Chef Jordan) is a MUST! We made beautiful homemade pasta with chicken and marinara. Chef Jordan shared so many fun tips and tricks to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. Chef also has an undeniable aura of kindness that will leave a smile on your face for sure. Chef Jordan went above and beyond to make everyone is the class feel welcome and comfortable. The location is remote but worth the drive! The area is so beautiful, and the venue is cozy and inviting.

Devin

24 Jan 2024

Exceeded my expectations. It was for my mom’s birthday. I was unable to make it and wanted her to have a memorable experience and she did was rave about it. Chef Jordan ?. Thank you!

Matthew

16 Jan 2024

I gifted this cooking class to my partner for Christmas and we both had such a lovely time! Jordan's home is very clean and comfortable with a great balcony and view of the nearby lake. He was very professional and made it a fun and interactive cooking experience. We did the 'Cooking with Mushrooms' course and made soup, lasagna, and the most amazing ceremonial cacao. He had already prepared the cheesecake and sent us home with so many leftovers. We are already talking about making these recipes for our friends and family. Would recommend making a day trip out of it - we hiked Stonewall Peak and made a quick trip to Julian to visit the famous Julian Pie Company before the cooking class. Highly recommend this experience - Jordan was the perfect host and teacher.

Matthew

03 Jan 2024

Had Chef Jordan cook a big meal for my parents as a Christmas present and they loved it. They got along great with Jordan and they raved about the food. I would gladly do this again for them.

Wendy

02 Jan 2024

Jordan prepared a wonderful meal for our party of eight. The meal was delicious (exceeded my expectations) and the presentation on the plates was beautiful. It was a huge help not to have to grocery shop, cook and clean up. And to top it all off, Jordan is a very nice guy :)

Kristi

17 Dec 2023

What a great afternoon with Chef Jordan! He went above and beyond. We learned so much and enjoyed the absolute best Thai food!!! The atmosphere was so very pleasant. We ate our first course on his beautiful mountain deck and then came inside for the rest of the meal. He sent us home with a ton of leftovers. I can’t say enough good things! Also for anyone worried about the drive to Julian, it was well worth it and only added to the experience!

Evan

16 Dec 2023

We had a great time and food was amazing! Jordan was very professional and personable!

Bianca

15 Dec 2023

We had such a great time with Chef Jordan and learned a ton! The food was delicious, the ingredients were so fresh, and we’ll definitely be booking another class with him in the future!

Linda

09 Dec 2023

This dinner was exceptional. Jordan served us beautiful dishes from the charcuterie tray to the creme Brule. He was so quiet too. Never heard him get everything ready and clean after. We would definitely have him again. Yhank you Chef Jordan.

Tammy

22 Nov 2023

We had a great event and it was enjoyed by everyone!

Tarik

05 Nov 2023

Excellent experience and very nice and didactic chef

Victoria

16 Oct 2023

Chef Jordan was an amazing chef and teacher, and accommodated perfectly to our schedule. We loved having him teach us and we learned so much. Great experience and would 100% recommend to anyone who is interested.

Sam

22 Sep 2023

Jordan was a great host and chef! Taught our group of 4 tons of techniques and great things about how to get quality products from our local grocery stores.

Shelley

03 Sep 2023

Chef Jordan's food was amazing. We highly recommend him.

Gina

04 Aug 2023

Such a fun class for our group of four. Chef Jordan was able to accommodate allergies in our group and modify the menu. Great ingredients. Perfect ratio of "work" and learning to socializing with our friends.

Paulina

28 Jul 2023

The cook was great. I was not impressed with the location. They had nothing to open wine with, I thought they would be more prepared, like having the wine glasses, the water glasses all set up. Nothing was set. I had to do all of it. No aprons to cook. Everyone was getting dirty. I would never go back to this location. The bathrooms were very dirty. I will probably never use this again. I have 2 buildings, and I thought I had the perfect thing. I was not impressed at all with the amount of money they charged.

Aaron

05 Jul 2023

Chef Jordan was AMAZING! He as very thoughtful and engaging with us during our time together. His instructions were very easy to follow and the food we prepared was spectacular. I would highly recommend Chef Jordan to anyone who wants to enjoy preparing amazing food while having great conversation!

Linda

03 Jul 2023

The process, preparation and presentation were excellent.

Kyle

18 Jun 2023

We really enjoyed our time with Jordan. He was very impressive and was very considerate throughout the whole course. We left with a large amount of left overs and he also gifted me with a box of umami mushrooms that inspired me to make chicken with mushroom sauce on top of noodles mirroring the methods he taught in his class. The other attendee that came with me also wanted me to say she enjoyed his beautiful dog! ?

Joan Marie

17 Jun 2023

Chef Jordan was incredible welcoming and engaging and a great teacher! Delicious recipes and a wonderful day!

Taylor

04 Jun 2023

He was fantastic! Food was delicious and the chef was super fun to talk to. We learned a lot of new skills along the way. Would absolutely recommend to friends and family.

Michelle

31 May 2023

Chef Jordan made a wonderful meal for our family while we celebrated a 50th anniversary. He even accommodated a few dietary restrictions. He was polite, professional and the food was absolutely delicious! Thank you!

Terri

21 May 2023

We just loved having Jordan cook for us. He was personable and the food was delicious. He worked with all of our food allergies/issues and prepared an outstanding dinner for us. We have mahi mahi for our main course and it was wonderful. We were celebrating our 50th anniversary on this weekend and the meal couldn't have been better. Thanks Jordan!

James

14 May 2023

We prepared a delicious, healthy, environmentally friendly meal in Chef Jordan's peaceful and scenic home. We had a fun and educational time, and the food was AMAZING!

Laura

09 May 2023

Enjoyed our cooking experience and delicious meal prepared by chef Jordan!

Will

01 May 2023

Incredible experience! Chef Jordan was very friendly and made us feel right at home while we learned to make authentic Italian pasta. Chef Jordan is very knowledgeable and has a great passion for his craft. We learned so much from Chef while having a fun and engaging experience. I cannot recommend Chef Jordan enough! We had an amazing experience full of delicious food, and will certainly be looking at the other classes he offers!

Kurtis

24 Apr 2023

Chef Jordan was wonderful! Friendly, accommodating, great at giving out some cooking tips and instructions and we had a great time.

Matt

21 Apr 2023

Super fun day with Chef Jordan! Very professional and communicative with all participants and the meal was excellent.

Tanya

16 Apr 2023

Chef Jordan was awesome and kind!

Audrey

30 Mar 2023

Chef Jordan was incredibly kind, professional, talented, flexible, and a wonderful teacher that my children enjoyed. We all learned and ate delicious food.

Samantha

27 Mar 2023

Great class with tasty food! Chef Jordan is very knowledgable and friendly. The class is in his home, which was welcoming and inviting. Just a word of advice: Definitely take the larger of your vehicles as he is up in the mountains (beautiful area). But all in all, would recommend!

Lucy

23 Mar 2023

Despite the glowing reviews, our night with Chef Jordan was a little disappointing. We weren’t offered any crudités with hummus as shown in the menu, and we’d have been a lot happier if we’d been able to help more with the cooking. He showed us how to chop the vegetables and then left us to do it rather than correct our errors, and we helped with the pasta machine, but we weren’t involved at all in the desert, which wasn’t even the same desert that was advertised. We weren’t even offered aprons, which seems basic, though from the little cooking we did, they weren’t really necessary. Chef Jordan was pleasant but lacked enthusiasm. My sister remarked that it felt like we’d been invited to someone’s house for an okay dinner, but that it was obvious that the host didn’t really want us to be there. That is exactly how it felt! It’s a shame, and the food we did have was nice. It was just far, far too much money for a subpar experience.

Olivia

20 Feb 2023

I am not one to write reviews, especially bad ones, but I thought that it needed objective feedback. We thought of it as an opportunity to get away from the city and tried to justify the price for the experience. Don't get me wrong - definitely a nice guy and good food. But was it worth $300 for the two of us? No. He showed us how to chop and explained what he was doing as he was cooking, but nothing about the experience was "farm-to-table." We thought it was probably the season - we went when it was coldish. But if that was the case, the posting should have made that very clear. I would say I had reasonable expectations given the price and others' reviews, but I came out of the experience disappointed. It also said it would last about 3 hours, but we were done in 1.5 hours. We are thinking maybe we are just a one-off...? Anyway, if anybody asked me, I would say spend your money elsewhere. It wasn't worth it for us - the time and the price.

Ha

19 Feb 2023

Chef Jordan was great with our kids. Punctual, organized, efficient, and made the experience very fun and memorable.

Steve

12 Feb 2023

My girlfriend Molly and I took an Indian cooking class with Chef Jordan and we loved it! We weren’t sure how it would be going into someone else’s home for the class but Jordan made it super comfortable and had great energy. We learned so much about spices, prepping methods, and ways to cook it was super interesting and fun. The food was unbelievably good. Thank you Jordan for welcoming us into your home and teaching/feeding us! 10/10 would recommend!

Andrew

19 Jan 2023

My wife and I had a fantastic time with Jordan - he taught us a few Indian dishes (all delicious) and we had leftovers afterwards... we had leftover tandoori sauce and are making tandoori chicken with it tonight. Would definitely recommend Jordan to anyone considering his class

Tristian Lassiter

23 Dec 2022

Absolutely awesome experience!! Chef Jordan was so friendly, warm, inviting, and overall just an excellent person to learn under! I couldn’t not recommend this class enough and the food was amazing!

Rebecca

19 Dec 2022

Awesome experience! Chef Jordan was wonderful & made the entire process easy & FUN!

Walter

24 Oct 2022

Best experience ever!

Anjali

21 Oct 2022

Thank you so much for the incredibly warm and thoughtfully curated event! Chef Jordan accommodated our many dietary restrictions while creating a wonderful atmosphere during which our team was able to cook, eat, and bond. Everyone had such an incredible time thanks to Chef Jordan and his team.

Danielle

12 Sep 2022

Chef Jordan was very nice and knowledgeable. He did a great job coaching my partner and I through some of the cooking techniques with which we were unfamiliar.

Julie

05 Sep 2022

The food was amazing!! Would definitely recommend and would also book again.

Tara

30 Aug 2022

We had an amazing time at our cooking class. Chef Jordan was a great instructor and made us feel welcome in his home. The food we made was delicious and we had left overs to take home. The booking and communication process through cozymeal was easy and smooth. We look forward to booking more classes!

Dennis

23 Jul 2022

Chef Jordan, was an excellent instructor and provided a very intimate setting for our evening!!

Madeline

30 May 2022

Excellent lesson for my husband and I. We both learnt a lot!

Tony

28 May 2022

Great experience with the family!

Jackie

28 May 2022

Our family had such a great evening with Chef Jordan. He totally opened our eyes to a more healthful approach to cooking. Although we were all fairly proficient in the kitchen, he taught us better food prep and cooking techniques and introduced us to new ingredients that we are excited to add to our regular repertoire. Thanks, Jordan!

Radha

28 May 2022

It was such a great experience and the food was delicious. Thank you Jordan for opening your home to us and making it the perfect birthday for my sister.

Hugh

25 Apr 2022

Chef Jordan was great! We had an awesome time learning how to make pasta. The whole experience couldn’t have been better!

Cole

18 Mar 2022

Jordan was a fantastic chef and host! The cozy environment, vegan cuisine, and interactive experience was a great birthday surprise for my girlfriend. Highly recommend for those even mildly interested in cooking, plant-based foods, and learning new things— all three courses were easy enough to make at home and extremely delicious. He even packed us all the leftovers!

Brock

13 Mar 2022

Jordan was an incredible host! He created such a great evening for my girlfriend and I. The food was amazing too!

Wil

23 Feb 2022

This was truly an amazing experience. My partner and I were lucky enough to have Jordan all to ourselves for our cooking class. We used all fresh ingredients and he showed us how easy it was to make a healthy flavorful meal. His welcoming attitude made us feel like we were right at home making our fresh pasta. The class experience was educational but most of all so much fun. We really enjoyed our time and look forward to learning other cuisines from Jordan

Brittany-Ann

19 Feb 2022

Chef Jordan provided such a great experience for cooking and learning. He was a great conversationalist and a very fun person to learn from!

Kristy

22 Jan 2022

We very much enjoyed our experience with Jordan. I will be booking another event with him for sure.

Robert

03 Jan 2022

We had a fabulous time with Chef Jordan. We had a hiccup on our end with logistics and he was more than accommodating. He is not just an amazing chef, he is truly an outstanding person. He is exceptionally knowledgeable about all aspects of food and preparation, especially sustainable cooking, which is exactly what we were looking for. We learned an abundance of information that we will be taking home and incorporating into our family meals. The environment was warm and welcoming and made the afternoon that much more enjoyable. I highly recommend for anyone!

Kaycee

27 Dec 2021

Chef Jordan and his partner Mary we’re so welcoming into their home for our last minute booking on Christmas Eve!! Chef Jordan was amazing and explained everything very well. We felt so comfortable and the food was absolutely amazing! His home is about an hour away from the San Diego but the drive is beautiful! Thank you so much!!

Sidney

16 Dec 2021

Our experience with Chef Jordan was amazing! From the food to the ambiance he has created an environment where you instantly feel at home and become inspired to get back in the kitchen. The food (grilling class) was so delicious and a great way to bond with family and friends as you prepare the courses together. We booked the class as a Christmas gift to each other and will definitely do it again in the future! You won’t be disappointed :)

Jeff

13 Dec 2021

Jordan put together an incredible experience! In addition to cooking a meal I would be hard-pressed to find in the best restaurants in San Diego, he showcased his knowledge of the ingredients and friendly personality to make it a fantastic night. I would definitely work with him again!

Natalie

22 Nov 2021

We had such a lovely time at Chef Jordan’s cooking class! Chef Jordan is knowledgeable, warm, and inviting. The food was fresh and professionally made and my boyfriend and I enjoyed getting to learn new cooking skills. In particular, we loved Chef Jordan’s new twist on a Caprese salad!

Sima

15 Nov 2021

We had such a great time! Chef Jordan was amazing. He was so patient and engaged everyone. He answered all our questions and was very skilled at herding the cats and keeping us on track, all while teaching us how to make delicious food. I highly recommend Chef Jordan and Cozymeal for your next event with a team or friends.

Lisa

03 Aug 2021

We had a great time at our Farm-to-Table BBQ Feast with Chef Jordan. He has a beautiful place up in the mountains that added to the ambience. Our family had a lovely meal that we helped prepare and it was delicious. Learned some fun new skills and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

Kate

27 Jul 2021

Jordan was a lovely addition to our weekend - we hired him for a fancy bachelorette dinner and he certainly delivered! The menu was Hawaiian and he surprised us with delicious, healthy, flavorful options. He cleaned everything up so well it's almost like he was never there. And, we got leftovers! Really loved Jordan and hope to hire him again!

Monica

03 Jun 2021

Such a fun experience! I bought the Thai Cuisine Fundamentals class with Chef Jordan as a birthday gift for a good friend. We had an wonderful time cooking with Chef Jordan, who was super easy going and a great teacher. We learned some great cooking techniques and best of all the food was AMAZING! He walked us through what seemed like very complicated recipes and made them very approachable – we’ll definitely be making them on our own. I would definitely recommend taking this awesome class.

Carder

23 May 2021

My girlfriend and I took Chef Jordan’s healthy vegan taco class at his beautiful home in Julian and it was an amazing time. Chef Jordan is very knowledgeable, engaging, and just downright pleasant to be around. I walked away with new tricks to build upon in my relatively new venture in plant based cooking. I would highly recommend Chef Jordan to anyone looking to cook a plant based diet or to anyone just looking to hone their skills in the kitchen!

Aldo

21 May 2021

We had a great experience with Chef Jordan. We planned this as a Mother’s Day gift and had a blast. Chef Jordan gives some excellent tips and makes for a great learning experience. Highly recommend. Thank you.

Lauren

09 May 2021

Chef Jordan made Mother’s Day perfect for me and my two kids. His house is in a beautiful location and the food was absolutely delicious. He had everything prepared for us to get to work. My kids loved the hands-on work and the Chef was happy to explore any and all of their questions - many well outside of the menu - with expertise and a kind manner. Thank you for the wonderful experience!

Dennis

02 May 2021

Jordan was a wonderful host! The location, the meal and the lesson were phenomenal! Jordan has a great culinary philosophy and great energy!

Scott

17 Apr 2021

Had a wonderful time! Chef Jordan is very knowledgeable about the benefits of healthy eating and the preparation of plant based foods.

Amalia

10 Apr 2021

Did the fresh pasta menu with Chef Jordan. It was great! My husband and I learned a lot and had a great time.

Irina

05 Apr 2021

Chef Jordan was great! We enjoyed our dinner to the fullest: Jordan came on time, was prepared, efficient with time, and made a great meal! We are definitely booking him again! Highly recommend!

Mary

28 Mar 2021

The food and service was incredible.

Melinda

07 Mar 2021

Jordan was extremely knowledgeable in his craft. The balsamic reduction was AMAZING and since he gave us the recipes to go home with, I'm excited to make my own! I'm now a fan of all things lemon, lol! Who knew it had so many uses - thank your for enlightening me. You will have plenty of food to go home with as well - a great time was had by all! Thank you so much!

Ellen

27 Feb 2021

OMG, what an amazing evening we had with Chef Jordan!! He is so much fun, very knowledgeable about foods and patiently demonstrated and taught us some of his knife skills. Our dinner was delicious and I would highly recommend using him for an intimate meal for 2 or even for parties.

Tyler Niven

14 Feb 2021

My girlfriend and I joined Jordan for a cooking class for Valentine’s Day. We had an unbelievable time! The food was delicious and we learned so much. My one recommendation is BRING TAKE HOME DISHES! We had so many leftovers.

Alexis

01 Feb 2021

Me and my girlfriend celebrated our anniversary with Chef Jordan! It was a super fun experience! His home was clean and cozy, and he really made us feel more comfortable in the kitchen! We had basically no experience with cooking and we really got the opportunity to learn more! He was professional and kind, and the food was healthy, fresh and amazing! We even got to take the extra food home and it kept us fed for almost a week! Chef Jordan was also more than helpful when it came to directions and helping me find a place to stay in the area. I would highly recommend him and this course! He himself was plant-based as well, so it was really nice to connect with a plant-based chef!

Jenna

10 Jan 2021

The Plant-Based Farm to Fork Meal was AMAZING! Thank you Jordan! We enjoyed learning how "made from scratch" recipes like Bean Burgers, Pasta and Ice Cream that are actually healthy! We already made our own cashew milk coffee creamer. We feel like we graduated to another level of embracing our plant-based lifestyle. No more frozen vegan junk food for us! Jordan is highly skilled and fun to cook with. We learned more about knife skills, kitchen tools, and cooking oils. Thanks for a special day!

jessica

01 Jan 2021

Jordan was extremely knowledgeable and kind! We had the best day and yummiest food!! We are definitely doing this again!! :)

Isaiah

01 Jan 2021

Prompt and professional. Jordan made our experience memorable! The food was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! Will definitely hire him again!

Talia

14 Dec 2020

My fiance and I had an incredible time with Chef Jordan. He is friendly, patient, and a joy to learn from, and the food was DELICIOUS! Plus we made enough to last us for 3 more meals - you will leave with plenty of leftovers and a great set of new skills!

Tammy

25 Nov 2020

Chef Jordan was incredible! It was my husband’s 40th birthday and I wanted to have a special dinner at our house to celebrate. Chef Jordan was accommodating to our time frame and arrived ready to go. We had his Hawaiian menu which did not disappoint! Everything was delicious, came out timely and oh my goodness the dessert was to die for! On top of all of that Chef Jordan was just the nicest guy! We’re definitely looking forward to having him over again!

colleen

07 Nov 2020

we had such an amazing experience and learned sooooo much. Jordan was amazing, knowledgable, and so helpful.

Annalese

07 Sep 2020

I would highly recommend Chef Jordan's cooking class. The meal was delicious and the ingredients were excellent. Chef Jordan is very welcoming and makes you feel comfortable, and the tour of his beautiful garden was a great addition to the experience. I would highly recommend this class for a date night or small group experience!

Garrett

28 Jun 2020

This was an incredible experience. Chef Jordan welcomed my girlfriend and me into his beautiful home in the hills of Julian. We learned some great cooking tips, enjoyed fresh and tasty food, toured his garden, and laughed along the way. Jordan is not only a talented chef but a genuinely kind human. This experience made our month.

Kathy

24 Feb 2020

Chef Jordan was very knowledgeable and produced some great food. I particularly liked the soup, but everything was good. I already gave him a tip, and would like to say thank you for a most enjoyable experience.

Janelle

15 Feb 2020

Chef Jordan was very nice and the food was delicious! He gave us valuable cooking tips that I will definitely be using!

Barbara & Martin

28 Dec 2019

Great experience! Chef Jordan has a lovely personality. He’s very health conscious and a very talented chef. I highly recommend him.

Nina

19 Dec 2019

Chef Jordan was exceptional! My mother and I enjoyed a cooking class with him and even though we’ve been eating plant-based for years, his flavor combinations and creative but easy-to-make recipes will become part of our regular menu. Chef Jordan is knowledgeable, engaging and we would recommend his classes to everyone - you’ll be in for a treat!

Bethany

11 Dec 2019

Thank you Chef Jordan and company for the fun night! We greatly appreciate your patience with our rowdy group..... valuable knife skills were learned and we were able to participate in creating a wonderful meal from the most fresh and amazing ingredients. Chef Jordan has a laid back approach that made us feel comfortable and not intimidated to try something new. We had so much fun! Thanks again!

Kian

12 Nov 2019

Jordan was absolutely fantastic. His vegan Tom Ka soup was incredible and the coconut dessert was to die for! Great guy, great chef, great food, great experience. I highly recommend it!

Evan

18 Sep 2019

Jordan was the BEST! Can't wait to have him back to our house again. The nicest guy, really fun and an incredible chef!

Anna

16 Aug 2019

My husband and I received the pasta making class with Jason as a gift for our wedding anniversary. It was such an amazing experience! We not only learned how to make pasta, but he taught us many other useful “kitchen tricks.” Jason was very accommodating of food restrictions and dietary needs. It was a perfect weekend away from San Diego in scenic Julian. A must do! Fun date night! Thanks Jason! We highly recommend him. Book it!

William

11 Aug 2019

Chef Jordan was Awesome!! He really took his time to explain things. Would highly recommend!

ANNE

24 Jul 2019

Chef Jordan was awesome! We had an Airbnb that had pretty minimal utensils/ space but he made the best of it! He was super nice and friendly, and allowed us to cook along side him. My boyfriend couldn't stop eating the panna cotta :) Thanks again Chef Jordan!!

Sarah

11 Jul 2019

Chef Jordan did an incredible job entertaining a large and rowdy crowd, and the food we helped him and his team make was SO good! Highly recommend Chef Jordan for cooking classes in the future - he was personable, professional, and fun!

Virginia

04 Jul 2019

Chef Jordan arrived right on time and with a little extra--he made a lovely fruit platter for us. We helped a bit but it was really fun to have someone cook our meal for us. The food was yummy and he was knowledgeable and friendly. A good time was had by all!

Eleanor

15 Jun 2019

We thoroughly enjoyed Chef Jordan's cooking class. He is an amazing chef who taught us to cook the most incredible Thai dishes as he warmly welcomed us into his mountain home...a gorgeous setting for a cooking get away. This is a splendid young man who is passionate about food, nutrition, and bringing his gift people who care about GREAT food. Take a beautiful drive his way and enjoy the breathtaking views and enjoy a wonderful meal on top of a mountain!

Monica

03 Jun 2019

We had a great time and learned alot. Jordan was an absolute pleasure to cook with - professional, personable and a genuine soul! We highly recommend a dining experience with Chef Jordan!!

Javier

31 May 2019

My wife and I had the best experience with Chef Jordan. The food and instruction were excellent and I highly recommend him.

Erika

06 May 2019

My husband and I went to Chef Jordan's house last night and we had such a great time! His place is right near Lake Cuyamaca and it was beautiful. We live in San Diego but made a day trip to Julian for this. Chef Jordan was very thorough in explaining how to make each dish, and everything we made was absolutely delicious!! We will definitely be booking him again. Thank you!

Andres

20 Apr 2019

Amazingly experience, great flavors, interactive class one of the best wedding anniversaries. Really recommend any class with Chef Jordan, lovely place and the trip to his house is wonderful.

Cathy

27 Mar 2019

We thoroughly enjoyed the experience! Chef Jordan was an excellent chef and teacher and the food was amazing. We will repeat the recipes very soon and the instruction gave us confidence to try other Japanese dishes. We enjoyed it so much, we will likely try another class again.

Janis

21 Mar 2019

My husband and I want to give a shout out to Chef Jordan W. . We had such a fantastic time with my sister-in-law and brother for Karla’s birthday. We learned how to prepare and cook the menu from the Thai Cuisine Fundamentals. We not only prepared a fabulous meal....we learned various knife skills, learned about various new vegetables, oils and even how to prepare perfect brown rice in the oven. Our evening was filled with laughter, so much joy and passion for cooking. I loved that all I needed to to get ready was to set the table and arrange some flowers for the table. Chef Jordon was terrific, knowledable and loves his profession. He does all the shopping... tells you where he gets his ingredients so you can prepare the meal again. I was so proud to have given this as a birthday gift. It was a huge success. Thank you again Chef Jordon and Cozy-meal. You left us 100% satisfied!

Cliff

10 Feb 2019

Had a great time! The meal was fun and easy to prepare & turned out so good!! I’m looking forward to cooking it on my own. Thank you for coming out.

Grace

20 Jan 2019

We had SO much fun with Jordan for the Plant Based Farm to Fork class! The ingredients were so fresh, the recipes turned out incredible and Jordan is an absolute delight to spend time with! We also were SO appreciative that he offers vegan/plant-based cooking classes, as these are hard to find despite the fact that plant-based cuisine is growing so much in popularity for so many reasons. Such an awesome experience and we feel so lucky to have had it. Highly recommend!!

Harman

13 Jan 2019

My family’s experience with Jordan was nothing short of excellent. We had hired him for the Thai Fundamentals cooking class at our house as a 60th birthday celebration. He was on time, prepared with all ingredients, recipes etc.. The class was fun and he walked us through every step of the three dishes. The food was excellent, the soup especially was a hit among the family. Further, Jordan was fun to talk to and helpful in giving general cooking tips and advice. 10/10 experience overall. I would recommend Jordan to any friends or familt who are interested in learning more about cooking.

Susan

05 Dec 2018

Chef Jordan was great. He came to our house for our employee team bonding evening. One of the best parts of the evening for me was the beautiful set-up with all the fresh vegetables lined up on my counter and how organized he was. Another part that was awesome was that the entire mess was completely cleaned up. And on top of that the food was delicious. We would do it again.

Mackenzie

12 Nov 2018

What a great time! We made SO much delicious, healthy, organic, colorful, Thai food! Chef Jordan was so friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and fun! Also he will customize the food to your preferences which I thought was so nice since I tend to be pretty picky. I despise cilantro and it was supposed to go in everything we made or at least on top as a garnish but he let us skip that step. Thank you so much! Haha. I know that not all chefs will let you change their recipe so I was thankful he was nice about it. He let us pick some fresh mint, tomatoes, peppers and passion fruit from his garden before we went home! So awesome. Thanks for teaching us cooking novices countless things about cooking yesterday!

Reena

09 Oct 2018

My husband and I had a very fun and productive afternoon learning Thai cooking. Jordan is a great teacher.

Larry

14 Sep 2018

Jordan is an amazing person all the way around. The food we prepared was phenomenal. He taught us amazing recipes and skills in the kitchen. We did the class at his house (he will travel to you as well) and the view was incredible. Highly recommended for anyone and everyone.

Caroline

10 Sep 2018

Had the best time at chef Jordan’s class! It was personalized and his home is beautiful. Lots of the produce is fresh from his garden. Would definitely book again!!

Maggie

27 Aug 2018

We had a wonderful time cooking with Chef Jordan! The food was amazing, so flavorful and we really enjoyed learning several helpful tips and tricks along the way. He has an incredible herb garden which was fun to experience. I would highly recommend taking a class from Chef Jordan!

Vincent

20 Aug 2018

We had so much fun learning from Jordan! Food came out delicious and we got to do a lot of the cooking. Jordan shared his home and his garden with us as well. He is very knowledgeable and had some great tips.

Jack

18 Aug 2018

Jordan was very easy and comfortable to work with and follow in the kitchen with awesome tips on food selection, preparation, and cleanliness with experience that supports his knowledge and skills in the kitchen and his garden where he grows a lot of vegetables. The experience was incredible to the point where I am trying them @ home. Thank you very much.

Jenny Terry

17 Aug 2018

What an amazing experience for a birthday celebration! Jordan is an excellent teacher with a great kitchen and garden. We will definitely be taking more classes from him!

John

05 Aug 2018

This Thai cooking class was to celebrate my wife's birthday. Chef Jordan was incredibly welcoming and friendly. His flavors were spot on, and he had just the right amount of hands-on involvement and culinary tips for varying skill levels--my wife (advanced) and me (basic). I would strongly recommend this experience to others, and the setting for the class has a beautiful view with lots of ingredients (herbs/vegetables/fruits) produced on site.

Michelle

01 Aug 2018

My husband gifted me the Thai Cuisine Fundamentals class for our anniversary and we had such a great time! Before our class, Chef Jordan reached out about any food allergies and was kind enough to cater to my wheat and dairy restriction. Upon arriving at his beautiful home, Chef Jordan greeted us with a friendly smile and took us over to his kitchen where he had all of the ingredients displayed. He asked us what type of music we liked and I love listening to "French Cafe" songs while I cook so he turned it on for a relaxing mood. We made three dishes: Tom Kha Gai Soup, Thai Coconut Yellow Chicken Curry and Fresh Spring Rolls with a yummy Thai Peanut Sauce! Using fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch was so fun to make and eating it was so much better. You could really taste how fresh the ingredients were. Everything was loaded with flavor and pretty healthy, too! Chef Jordan did a great job teaching us knife skills and walking us through each recipe. One of the best things about the class was that we were able to eat A LOT! We made so much food that we were able to get second (even 3rd) helpings as well as pack some for the road. We brought a yummy Sauvignon Blanc with citrus notes that he recommended would pair well with the meal and it tasted great! He also took us on a mini tour of his garden to pick out fresh herbs for our spring rolls. Chef Jordan was very organized, friendly and professional and made good conversation throughout. Since it was just me and my husband, it was a very nice and intimate experience. He gave us the recipes to take home along with some grapefruit and passion fruit from his yard! We really enjoyed our time learning how to make this yummy 3-course meal. The next time we decide to do this again, I’d love to invite a bigger group with us to enjoy this fun experience! Thanks again Chef Jordan!

William

01 Aug 2018

Such a great time! Amazing food! So fresh and so tasty! So cool to be able to use fresh herbs from his garden! I highly recommend his cooking class! I learned so many great takeaway's from the class!

Christy

17 Jul 2018

My 17 year old daughter and I had a great time. Chef Jordan was interesting, organized and paced the experience well. The recipes and food was excellent, I would cook these recipes again at home! Very hands on learning.

Elise

01 Jul 2018

Such a great guy, and what a fun class! We loved every minute of it, and we will treasure the recipes you shared. The food was incredible. Thank you so much!!!

Liz

27 Jun 2018

This was our 2nd class with Chef Jordan, and just as enjoyable as the first one! We had fun, learned a lot, and ate great food! Thanks again

Sean

29 May 2018

Great host, very knowledgeable about timing and when to find pockets of time to just chit chat.

Benjamin

27 May 2018

Our experience with Chef Jordan was enjoyable, comfortable, and all around excellent. He is passionate about the craft and is clearly gifted in teaching the craft as well. Aside from learning how to make pasta from scratch, my wife and I learned many simple tips and tricks that are definitely going to raise the bar of our daily cooking experience. I couldn’t recommend Jordan enough! I would take this course all over again.

Sarah

14 May 2018

What a fun experience! My boyfriend and I enjoyed learning some new recipes in our own kitchen. Chef Jordan was great to work with and we enjoyed cooking and eating with him.

Theresa

31 Mar 2018

Loved loved loved! Jordan was very nice, patient and very engaging. And did I mention he shares many tips and tricks of the trade! I would absolutely book again. And this meal selection was really good and filling!! Stuffed!

Sheral

04 Mar 2018

Chef Jordan was awesome! The food was fabulous! We would love to take more of Chef Jordan's classes. So much fun! Would highly recommend!

Elizabeth

16 Feb 2018

The Indian cooking class was fantastic! Chef Jordan explained the recipes and demonstrated the techniques very clearly. He also answered all of my beginner’s questions with expertise and good humor. My husband and I had a great time, and an incredibly tasty meal that we now have the confidence to recreate on our own. Highly recommend!

stephanie

13 Feb 2018

Great class in a home setting. Wonderful flavours and chef Jordan keeps you at ease.

Crystal

10 Feb 2018

Chef Jordan was great. He came to my home to cook for me and 2 of my co-workers. He's a great teacher, amazing chef and clearly passionate about his work. I highly recommend Chef Jordan and Cozymeal, who had great customer service and answered all my questions prior to the event!

Jessie

09 Feb 2018

We had such a fun time with Jordan! Not only was the food amazing (some of the best Thai food we’ve had and we’ve been to Thailand), but he taught us some great cooking skills. The ingredients he brought were also very high quality. I couldn’t have asked for a better birthday present for my boyfriend. Can’t wait to book again!

Robert

22 Jan 2018

Large group of 15 people crowded into the Community Center in La Jolla. I was very impressed with the whole experience. Set up and flow of the evening was perfect. Thai was a huge hit even though I was nervous about people not being interested in Asian Cuisine. Chef Jordan was spot on with his directions and teaching regarding knife skills, food prep and plating. Great Job Chef Jordan and support staff. We have a blast.

Jack

07 Jan 2018

We had a great evening with Jordan. The Japanese food was delicious and Jordan did a fanstic job of involving us in the preparation. The lesson was a Christmas gift to my girlfriend and it was a huge hit. Especially appreciated Jordan taking the time to teach us knife techniques and the motivation behind his ingredients. Couldn’t recommend him more strongly for your next birthday gift or dinner party.

Jasmine

15 Oct 2017

Jordan was great! Super nice guy and really taught us a lot. The food was AMAZING too.

Fraser

02 Oct 2017

Such a good class! Great food and great instruction

Tina

19 Sep 2017

We had a fantastic experience with Chef Jordan! In addition to being funny, friendly and flexible, he was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us great tips & tricks for cooking a variety of dishes as well as important knife skills. The Southern food we cooked was delicious and easy to replicate - I would highly recommend any of Chef Jordan's classes to anyone interested in good food and good fun! -Tina W.

Kristi

08 Jul 2017

CHEF JORDAN WAS INCREDIBLE!!!

Viola

21 Jun 2017

Chef Jordan is absolutely amazing!! We had the best cooking experience with him and an unforgettable event. He is extremely talented, experienced and has a super nice personality. I wish I could give him 10 stars.

Mary

19 Jun 2017

Chef Jordan is a good teacher, patient, made the cooking experience fun and the lessons reusable. We would definitely have him again. He brought plenty of food. He was informative on food and spices. The sauces were delicious and beautifully presented. We celebrated my son's birthday with this cooking lesson. We had a blast!

Sheera

03 May 2017

Thanks for an awesome birthday experience for my husband! We had a great time, learned a lot, and got to eat a lovely meal.

Mark

22 Apr 2017

Jordan was very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our evening completely and are looking forward to our event.

Ebba

19 Apr 2017

We attended Chef Jordan's Indian cooking class in San Diego. It was a great experience and we are looking forward to our next class with him.

Jessica

19 Apr 2017

Loved it!

Kelsey

19 Apr 2017

Fantastic Thai cooking class with one of the nicest chefs! Can't wait to take the class again!

Arabela

19 Apr 2017

We really enjoyed our cooking class with Chef Jordan. He is kind, competent and the class was a lot of fun. Looking forward to our next cooking class! Highly recommended to anyone in San Diego.

Brian

23 Mar 2017

We enjoyed the Thai cooking class. Jordan was professional and personable. We learned some good techniques, improved our knife skills, and left with plenty of delicious leftovers!

Keely

04 Mar 2017

Chef Jordan was professional, personable and excelled at teaching Thai cuisine. He made teaching to a variety of cooking skill levels enjoyable and applicable. Thank you and look forward to booking another cooking night.

Kira

04 Mar 2017

We booked Chef Jordan's Thai cooking class and had a fantastic time. Great food, fantastic chef in one of the best cooking classes in San Diego. Thank you Chef Jordan & Cozymeal!

Corie

01 Mar 2017

Chef Jordan was friendly and knowledgeable! The food was amazing. The only reason I took off 1 star was the venue. For the money paid, I would expect to have the class at a professional kitchen or cooking school. There was very limited room.

Todd

23 Jan 2017

Chef Jordan did a great job providing insight into technique as well as displaying spontaneity during the meal prep. The hands on experience is definitely a plus and his patience with answering questions was most appreciated! Thoroughly enjoyable experience. Highly recommended.

Angelica

18 Jan 2017

We had an amazing experience with Chef Jordan. He was knowledgeable in every aspect of his cooking. His motivation and skills were by far outstanding. Great job.

Brooke

15 Jan 2017

Chef Jordan was very responsive to our change of schedule, menu and culinary experience. As a teacher he's a natural! This was a fun experience for us! Thanks!

Ebonee

08 Dec 2016

He was quite knowledgeable, friendly and fun. We had a good time. This was a unique way to celebrate a birthday.

Nicholas

30 Nov 2016

Awesome experience. Ended up making some amazing Thai food.

Kirsten

06 Oct 2016

The depth of these flavors are so mesmerizing. What a great class! It tasted so good and it was so nice to know that I could make it when I went home. I learned so much. Thank you Chef Jordan!

Chantel

26 Jun 2018

Jordan was great! Very professional, on time, the food was excellent, and he did a great job cleaning up with us after the class. Will be using Jordan again!

Virginia

15 Dec 2017

Had a wonderful experience with Chef Jordan teaching my daughter and I the Thai cooking class. Will definitely recommend this to our friends and family.

Peter

05 Oct 2017

Chef Jordan's class on Indian food was excellent! We learned everything from knife skills to tips about baking rice and using avocado oil. He was organized, patient and fun and the recipes were great. We would definitely do another class with Chef Jordan.

Krystin

15 Apr 2017

What a great experience! My friend and I took the Classic American Cuisine private cooking class. Chef Jordan was very knowledgeable. He helped me with my cutting techniques and taught me some very handy cooking tips. Not only did we prepare an amazing meal, but we had a great time doing it! I highly recommend Chef Jordan, and would love to take another class with him.

Andrea

08 Apr 2017

A memorable experience! The class is very hands-on. Got to prep & cook the meals myself & enjoy them in between (with my glass of wine). The recipes are so flavorful. Chef Jordan is a wonderful instructor, very patient, fun & personable...he guides you well. Thanks to him, I now have some sweet culinary ninja skills. Perfect experience for couples, birthdays, or team builds. If I could give more stars, I would! :)

Kristin

22 Apr 2015

We wanted to thank you and Chef Jordan once again for sharing your recipes, your time, and your valuable knowledge with us today. We couldn't have asked for a more healing day, with great food, friends and fun - an all-around wonderful experience! It was so nice to return to the office in such a happy, relaxed mood.