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Cooking Class - From Forest to Orchard: Improvisational Cooking
Cooking Class - From Forest to Orchard: Improvisational Cooking
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Declare your independence from recipes and embrace your culinary spontaneity!
Explore the nearly endless possibilities of cooking with a wide variety of fresh ingredients from forest to orchard and discover the art of improvisational cooking with Chef Fabrice, who loves sharing his love for cuisine with his students in a fun and nurturing environment. You will have the chance to modify, alter, and embellish a sumptuous three-course menu in an atmosphere where culinary experimentation is encouraged. Get inspired and prepare to take cooking to an entirely new level.
Start your class by delving into first and second courses that allow you to improvise with delicious wild mushrooms, refreshing pears, and crisp apples as ingredients. For dessert, indulge in a decadent tarte tatin.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class. If your class is under the minimum, Chef Fabrice is available to host for an upgrade fee equal to 35% of the per person rate.
Chef Fabrice can host up to 5 guests at his home in North Clairemont or travel to you to host up to 16 in your home. Please specify which location you prefer when booking by selecting the option for 'Chef's Place' or 'My Place.'
First and Second Course
Improvised items featuring wild mushrooms, pears and apples
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Dessert
Tarte Tatin
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.
- Minimum Guests 4
- Maximum Guests 16
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Labels Adult, French, Fun, Mediterranean
Meet your chef
It was at an early age that I started training under 2 star Michelin Chef Jacques Maximin. I earned my chef's diploma with honors from L'ecole Hoteliere De Nice and have cooked for many interesting diplomats around the world. Now I live in San Diego where I love to prepare nutritionally sound meals for my clients while competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and teach cooking classes.
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Declare your independence from recipes and embrace your culinary spontaneity!
Explore the nearly endless possibilities of cooking with a wide variety of fresh ingredients from forest to orchard and discover the art of improvisational cooking with Chef Fabrice, who loves sharing his love for cuisine with his students in a fun and nurturing environment. You will have the chance to modify, alter, and embellish a sumptuous three-course menu in an atmosphere where culinary experimentation is encouraged. Get inspired and prepare to take cooking to an entirely new level.
Start your class by delving into first and second courses that allow you to improvise with delicious wild mushrooms, refreshing pears, and crisp apples as ingredients. For dessert, indulge in a decadent tarte tatin.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class. If your class is under the minimum, Chef Fabrice is available to host for an upgrade fee equal to 35% of the per person rate.
Chef Fabrice can host up to 5 guests at his home in North Clairemont or travel to you to host up to 16 in your home. Please specify which location you prefer when booking by selecting the option for 'Chef's Place' or 'My Place.'
First and Second Course
Improvised items featuring wild mushrooms, pears and apples
~
Dessert
Tarte Tatin
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.
- Minimum Guests 4
- Maximum Guests 16
- Meal Courses 3
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Labels Adult, French, Fun, Mediterranean
Reviews guests left for this experience
John
17 Dec 2016
Cozymeal was a unique and excellent experience! My girlfriend and I took a cooking class with one of their French chefs. We learned lots of new and interesting cooking techniques. I definitely plan on having another date night experience after a superb overall experience with Cozymeal. I’m really looking forward to the next Cozy meal!
Mary
17 Dec 2016
Cozymeal was incredible! I went to a couples cooking class in San Diego hosted by Chef Fabrice and I can honestly say it was an experience I have never had before and I really look forward to having again! How often do you have the opportunity to watch a pro chef prepare 3 dishes from scratch right in front of your eyes and learn in the process! This is exciting, cool, different and something unique!
Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Fabrice
Elizabeth
11 Oct 2018
My husband and I had a great time with the Chef. He was prepared and knowledgeable. We had a lot of questions, and he always had ready answers even when it wasn't related to the meal he was cooking. The night was a lot of fun, I learned a lot, and the meal was delicious.
Estefania
22 Aug 2018
Our experience with Chef Fabrice was beyond excellent! Not only was the food delicious, but his cooking process was extremely engaging. We loved that he invited his lovely wife into the kitchen, which made our experience even more personal. He made sure to explain everything in detail- from what he was doing and why to where he purchased his produce from. His kindness in accommodating us and answering all our silly questions will not be forgotten and his is attention to detail will definitely have us back!
Jamie
26 Jun 2018
Chef Fabrice was great. He was engaging and entertaining and you could tell he was passionate about cooking.
Sue
12 May 2018
Wow. What a great experience for our daughters 25th Birthday. Everyone loved the food and appreciate the gluten free modifications that were made. Highly recommend!
Michelle
23 Jan 2018
My husband and I had a wonderful time with Chef Fabrice last night. We enjoyed his amazing stories, tips & suggestions. He served us a deliciously creative 5 course meal that didn’t disappoint the palate. He brings sophistication and warmth to the kitchen that was a pleasure to experience and watch. We highly recommend him in making your experience with cozy meals truly a memorable one. Thank you Chef Fabrice!
Mike
11 Dec 2017
The Chef Fabrice team building experience was a true вЂhit’ with my colleagues. Everyone enjoyed his explanation as he prepared the meal that we were about to eat. I would highly recommend this for your group!
Reina
09 Dec 2017
Tres magnifique! Chef Fabrice not only met my expectations, but also went above and beyond the stars. I requested one of his cooking classes to celebrate a birthday, and he truly made the experience one to remember. He was able to accommodate to any food restrictions beforehand and on the spot. He even added a dessert for the birthday, even though it wasn't part of the menu. He shows true passion and knowledge in his cooking, and his stories made the experience more casual and warming. He is well experienced, and you can immediately tell that he loves what he is doing and loves to cook for others. I would recommend Chef Fabrice to anyone who is looking for a great time to eat amazing food while having a great time with the chef!
David
03 Dec 2017
Educational,entertaining,social,international and delicious. Highly recommend this experience. San Diego lucky to have this resource.
Lelund
14 Nov 2017
Chef Fabrice and his wife created a personal homey experience coupled by 5 star restaurant food and service. His expertise was displayed in his artistic presentation of each dish. He even tweaked the meal to fit our personal likes it was a truly perfect night!
Rachael
07 Nov 2017
Can't believe the experience....went way beyond expectation! Chef Fabrice is amazing. Put things together I would never have eaten. Love, love this date night sensation. Thanks for making us so happy!
Valerie
16 Oct 2017
Phenomenal! Delicioso! How much fun! These are just three comments I heard regarding the Cozy Meal experience. Chef Fabrice is professional, congenial, and knows how to work a crowd. I highly recommend the Cozy Meal experience! There is no better or easier way to throw a successful stress-free party.
Cory
10 Oct 2017
Excellent tasting food, and awesome time with Chef Fabrice.
Holly
17 Sep 2017
Quality experience! We failed to realize upon booking that this wasn't a hands-on class so a bit disappointed in that aspect, however not the chef's fault (Cozymeal marketing?). Professional chef experience came through in food and conversation, great Q & A for learning, beautiful home and over all would recommend for "date night!"
Patrick
06 Aug 2017
Chef Fabrice was fabulous! He hosted the class in his home and made us feel very welcomed. He instructed us on a lovely meal from the South of France and was great about answering my many questions. The evening with my girlfriends was delightful and I would highly recommend Chef Fabrice and Cozymeal for either classes or catering.
Krisztina
03 Aug 2017
Personable and knowledgeable -Chef - I had a great time and three food was wonderful!
Susan
28 May 2017
It was a wonderful meal and one we won't forget! Thanks for the awesome experience.
Arlene
23 Apr 2017
Wonderful experience and evening with Chef Fabrice. We were welcomed into his beautiful home & kitchen, settling in for a unique dining experience together. Chef Fabrice is warm and relaxed, where his years of experience are evident. He provided much in the way of sharing his expertise and skills with the preparation of each course. A flavorful gazpacho to start with, that demonstrated how wonderful healthy can taste. Simple delicious. Fascinating to hear of cooking methods and tricks of the trade throughout the meal that we may otherwise have never heard. Truly enjoyed watching a true Chef in his domain, and seeing all of the steps that go into making a beautiful meal. Perhaps the appreciation for each dish was even more so, witnessing all of the care and effort that starts with shopping and gathering and ultimately culminating in the dish set before you. So much more than a standard restaurant meal. We all had such a lovely meal together. The niscoise salad was so delicious, served roasted vegetables and hamachi. Fennel was the surprise hit of the night for all, in terms of learning how to prepare it and include it to compliment various dishes. The risotto over mozzarella was a hit. Visually watching the preparation created quite a bit of anticipation for all the senses. Last but not least, was the fresh poached peaches, with homemade cookies and cream which did not disappoint. Things to know: Bring your own wine or drink of choice. Also, the portions are not your standard restaurant fare, so plan accordingly. The evening was a hit for our group and an experience we all look forward to doing again. A true pleasure.
Nestle
05 Apr 2017
Chef Fabrice: 5/5 Personality: very straight forward and funny, has a lot of great stories from his professional cooking days and what his life is like now. Makes for a great dinner ambiance. Teaching: very descriptive about each and every step. Explains the importance of whatever technique he is using for each task. Example: using vinegar when boiling an egg helps peel the shell a lot more easily. Professionalism: even when he's talking about different stories he knows how to stay focused on the task at hand, which translates to a fun and entertaining experience all while making the food perfectly. There's nothing to say about the food because there's nothing that needs to be said. The man cooked along side Jacques Maximin! If that's not enough spark your interest in his food i don't know what to tell you. But if you want something food wise. His Cavillion Soup was ELECTRIC. Definitely gonna repeat that in the future. Verdict: you have to try him out. The man has been in the business since he was 16. Trained in France among the best. Cheers Chef! It was an honor and privilege to learn from you. - Donald Curtis Browning
ami
05 Mar 2017
Chef Fabrice was a hit with my team. Everyone enjoyed the cooking demo and the food! Chef Fabrice was very engaged, answered many questions and above all very enthusiastic and personable!
Kris
08 Feb 2017
Thank you for the wonderful experience! Our team really enjoyed the interaction with Chef Fabrice and the food was amazing! Highly recommend!!
Andres
01 Jan 2017
I wasn't there but my family told me they where very happy with the experience.
Jonathan
17 Nov 2016
This was a new experience and one that I knew would be either really good or really awkward. Chef Fabrice was amazing. His friendliness and outgoing attitude lightened the mood. His explanations of what he was doing and why helped us understand the process. The food... The food was amazing. I was blown away by the French Riviera cuisine. So flavorful and simple. Highly highly recommend!!
Kirsten
20 Sep 2016
Chef Fabrice...Wow. What a joy to watch just like five feet from me. He really is the real-deal french chef. Very personable and you can tell he loves, really loves food and the work that he does. Learning from him was such a treat, I was in awe at his knife skills and I really enjoyed learning from him.
Reviews Chef Fabrice received outside of Cozymeal
Perla
30 Jun 2017
Sharon
28 Jun 2017
Charles
20 Jun 2017
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