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NYC Private Chef Meal: Luxurious Seaside Fare NYC Private Chef Meal: Luxurious Seaside Fare 2 slide
Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Private Chef Experience Gift

Luxurious Seaside Fare

$119

Private Chef Experience Gift

Imagine the ocean breeze as you enjoy elevated seafood fare. Dine on fresh seafood with a luxurious modern twist in this private chef experience. Chef Jimi will craft five delectable dishes bursting with unique flavors. You'll begin with cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata cheese drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze, an...
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Chef Jimi

Verified Chef
Chef Jimi

Serving the NYC area

15 reviews

Next Date: Sun, Oct 19th
Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

Nigiri and Other Japanese Specialties

$115

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Discover a world of Japanese culinary techniques as you prepare maki, summer rolls and nigiri. Practice and perfect your knife skills for a mouthwatering meal of sushi and nigiri. In this cooking class, Chef Justin will demonstrate and teach the proper techniques for making delicate, symmetrical slices of fresh fish to...
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Chef Justin

Verified Chef
Chef Justin

Serving the Washington, D.C. area

52 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Oct 20th at 10:00AM
TrueВ® 7 Piece Barware Set
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TrueВ® 7 Piece Barware Set
The True® 7 Piece Barware Set is the perfect all-inclusive home barware set for the beginner mixologist. The seven piece set includes a professional-quality muddler, pourer, strainer, double jigger, bar spoon, Boston shaker metal tin and glass with measurements. Get ready to wow your friends (and yourself) with your new set of mixology skills!   Set includes: Muddler Pourer Strainer Double jigger Bar spoon Boston shaker metal tin Glass with measurements Dimensions: Length: Length: 6.5” Width: 3.5”; Height: 3.5" Care and Use: Hand wash only Materials: Glass, stainless steel, wood
1 review
$55.95

Thanksgiving

NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 2 slide NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 3 slide NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 4 slide NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 5 slide NYC Cooking Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 6 slide
Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Pasta-Making 101 for Kids

$95

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Kids will get a hands-on lesson in pasta making and more from a professional chef. In this fun kids cooking class with Chef Jimi, kids and adults alike will learn how to make several delicious Italian dishes. Begin with black truffle garlic bread, then prepare some pasta and combine with creamy sauce to make fettuc...
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Chef Jimi

Verified Chef
Chef Jimi

Serving the NYC area

15 reviews

Next Date: Sun, Oct 19th at 6:00PM
NYC Private Chef Meal: Contemporary Surf and Turf NYC Private Chef Meal: Contemporary Surf and Turf 2 slide
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Private Chef Experience Gift

Contemporary Surf and Turf

$119

Private Chef Experience Gift

Enjoy the buttery elegance of lobster and the earthy tenderness of duck with Chef Jimi. Chef Jimi uses farm-fresh ingredients to create a modern menu teeming with delightful textures and flavors. Your private chef experience begins with a peppery arugula and pancetta salad, and crunchy Italian rice balls filled with lo...
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Chef Jimi

Verified Chef
Chef Jimi

Serving the NYC area

15 reviews

Next Date: Sun, Oct 19th
Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Traditional Sichuan Cuisine 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

Traditional Sichuan Cuisine

$119

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Experience the rich flavors and textures of Sichuan cooking in this exciting class. China has a variety of regional cuisines, and in this cooking class, you'll explore one of the most popular: Sichuan cuisine. Known for its bold flavors and the famous Sichuan peppercorn, this cuisine is a masterful blend of spices....
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Chef Li

Verified Chef
Chef Li

McLean

201 reviews

Next Date: Sat, Oct 25th at 5:00PM
Atlanta Private Chef Meal: Authentic Thailand Feast Atlanta Private Chef Meal: Authentic Thailand Feast 2 slide
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Private Chef Experience Gift

Authentic Thailand Feast

$109

Private Chef Experience Gift

Chef Chris will transport you to Thailand with this mouthwatering four-course menu. Tempt your taste buds with traditional flavors of Thailand, including notes of lemongrass, lime and coconut. In this private chef experience, Chef Chris uses fresh and authentic ingredients in every dish, beginning with your choice of c...
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Chef Chris

Verified Chef
Chef Chris

Serving the Atlanta area

488 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Oct 20th
Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls 2 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls 3 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls 4 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls 5 slide Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

Chef's Essential Sushi Rolls

$115

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Become an at-home sushi chef thanks to this hands-on cooking class featuring three gourmet rolls. Practice tricks of the trade with guidance from Chef Justin as you work your way through preparing an authentic Japanese sushi menu completely from scratch using only fresh ingredients. Steam and savor lightly salted e...
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Chef Justin

Verified Chef
Chef Justin

Serving the Washington, D.C. area

52 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Oct 20th at 10:00AM

Thanksgiving

Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

Homemade Pasta Methodology

$129

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World flavor....
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Chef Janet

Verified Chef
Chef Janet

Serving the Chicago area

82 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Oct 20th at 6:00PM
Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites 2 slide Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites 3 slide Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites 4 slide Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites 5 slide Austin Cooking Class: Gourmet Italian-American Favorites 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

Gourmet Italian-American Favorites

$95

Cooking Class Experience Gift

A menu of comfort fare gets a contemporary gourmet upgrade in this cooking class. A collection of classics from the Italian-American cookbook takes a step up in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Megan. You'll learn how to balance heartiness and elegance by adding fine touches to some humble favorites. Class begi...
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Chef Megan

Verified Chef
Chef Megan

Austin (Windsor Park)

91 reviews

Next Date: Thu, Oct 23rd at 6:30PM
NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner 2 slide NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner 3 slide NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner 4 slide NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner 5 slide NYC Cooking Class: French Steakhouse Dinner 6 slide
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Cooking Class Experience Gift

French Steakhouse Dinner

$125

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on cooking class. Create your own French bistro menu from the heart of NYC, guided by Chef Danny. Master culinary techniques like searing and brГ»lГ©eing plus the secret to balancing salty, sweet and acidic flavors. Begin by building a...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef

Verified Chef
Chef Paige or Resident Chef

New York

23 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Oct 31st at 6:00PM
Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera 2 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera 3 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera 4 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera 5 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera 6 slide
Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Valentine's Day at the Italian Opera

$149

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Enjoy a night at the opera with your Valentine while cooking a romantic meal together. In this hands-on class with Italian-trained Chef Chris, you and your significant other will learn how to prepare a gourmet five-course Italian menu and enjoy being serenaded by an Italian opera singer and classical pianist during din...
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Chef Chris

Verified Chef
Chef Chris

Marietta

488 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Oct 20th at 6:00PM

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