Cooking Class - Dinner With 'The Bear' in Tampa

The class was informative and the food was delicious. Would definitely recommend!

The "Bear" Menu! Lemon Chicken Piccata, mushrooms, risotto, an omelette and dessert.

If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would. My husband and I took the Dinner with The Bear cooking class with Chefs Vivian and Michi this past Saturday, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Both chefs were truly lovely — warm, welcoming, and so kind to open their home to host the class. The atmosphere immediately felt comfortable and inviting. The class was full (about 15 people total), split into two tables, and the energy was fantastic. Everyone got along so well, we made new friends, and the conversation flowed just as easily as the wine (which we brought ourselves) and the cooking. Chefs Vivian and Michi were incredibly patient, helpful, and clear with their instructions, all while keeping things fun and engaging. The dishes were inspired by iconic meals from The Bear, and every single one felt approachable and doable at home — which made the experience even better. Having the recipes to take home was such a bonus. We learned a lot, laughed a lot, and walked away feeling confident and inspired. I truly can’t recommend this class enough, and I have no doubt that any class these two chefs host would be just as amazing. We’re already looking forward to signing up for another one.

We attended “Cooking with the Bear” class w Chef Michi & Chef Vivian. It was a delightful experience, we learned to cook 5 items (omelet, mushroom appetizer, risotto, chicken piccata, sundae) from the show. The chefs had everything prepped and we were able to meet some lovely people from the area. My favorite tip was to try cooking with sake instead of wine. This was a great date night, but also would be fun and appropriate for families or friends. The chefs were welcoming, friendly, and accommodating. I definitely recommend this experience.

We had the most wonderful anniversary night with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi. They welcomes us into their home and were so patient teaching us new techniques. They were attentive, personable, and have an obvious passion, not only for cooking, but sharing the love of cooking with others. We would 100% book another class with these two - we definitely got out of our comfort zone for this experience, but Chef Vivian and Chef Michi made it easy to do so!

**A Truly Exceptional Cooking Experience - 10/10!** I had the pleasure of attending this cooking class, and I can confidently say it was nothing short of amazing! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. First, the instructors were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. They not only guided us step-by-step through each recipe but also shared valuable tips and tricks that I can apply in my own kitchen. The hands-on approach made the experience engaging, and I truly felt like I was learning something worthwhile. The atmosphere was welcoming and fun — a great balance between educational and social. Chef Vivi and Michi opened up there home to us and at first we were skeptical about going into a private home for the cooking class but every was spotless and well-equipped, the ingredients were fresh and high-quality. We arrived 15mins late due to traffic but the chefs were so understanding and we still had plenty of time for us to ask questions and get individual attention, which really made the experience feel personalized. The best part? The food we made was *delicious*! We walked away with not just new skills, but a new level of confidence in the kitchen. We also left with the recipes and I’m excited to try again at home. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, this class is worth every penny. I can’t recommend it highly enough. Looking forward to signing up for the next one! Thank you Chef Vivi and Chef Michi! 30/10 … Highly Recommend!

What an outstanding experience with Chefs Michi & Vivian! Our group of six ladies had a fantastic time learning techniques, terms and preparing food! The environment was extremely clean and welcoming! The next time we're in Tampa, we'll definitely do this again!!!!

Chef Vivian and Michi were wonderful! They invited us into their home to teach my friend and I a full 5 course meal that was absolutely delicious. All the steps were easy to follow and things I could take home and continue to do myself. They even took a mushroom “hater” and turned me into a mushroom lover!! They were chatty and answered any questions we had, and were truly engaging. We had the best time!! And came home with leftovers!!

Came for a cooking class with my girls and we had so much fun! Chef Michi did such an amazing jobs walking us through each step and the food was so good!

Vivian and Michi were exceptional hosts. Not only were they welcoming and knowledgeable, but their hospitality was above and beyond. The food was fabulous and the experience was phenomenal. Thanks for a fun evening and unforgettable memory!

Very kind and professional. Engaging and informative class with delicious meals.They’re a Lovely couple and we would definitely take a class with them again.

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Vivian and Michi! They sure brought the fun to cooking and we learned so much. We loved the show "The Bear" and our session brought some incredible recipes from the show! Very highly recommend them!

They were AMAZING! We highly recommend for any teambuilding event! Thank you, Vivian and Michi for welcoming us into your home and helping us to make the most delicious dinner! We loved every minute of it!

Delicious, fun and I learned a lot

Thank you for a great experience. Happy Holidays!

Vivian and Michi were such a pleasure and we enjoy this experience so much!

My wife and I had a wonderful time with Chef Vivian and Michi. They are excellent teachers and the food was amazing!!!