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Private Chef Experience Gift

Signature Steak Menu

$119

Private Chef Experience Gift

Fans of steakhouse dining can savor a satisfying spread from salad to dessert. In this gourmet private chef experience, Chef Kenneth will curate, prepare and serve a decadent menu of classic and modern steakhouse favorites. Begin by enjoying an earthy roasted beet salad with arugula and goat cheese croutons, then sink...
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Chef Kenneth

Verified Chef
Chef Kenneth

Manhattan

63 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th
NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy 2 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy 3 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy 4 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy 5 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Traditional Fare From Italy 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Traditional Fare From Italy

$125

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Learn how to make pillowy gnocchi from scratch with tips from a professional chef. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Paul will teach you how to create perfectly pillowy gnocchi completely from scratch. Using professional cooking techniques, you'll learn how to mix, roll, slice and boil restaurant-quality gnocchi eve...
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Chef Paul

Verified Chef
Chef Paul

Manhattan (SoHo)

95 reviews

Next Date: Sun, Sep 20th at 12:00PM
Staub 12x8" Roasting Pan
Staub
Staub 12x8" Roasting Pan
The Staub 12x8" Roasting Pan blends the classic tradition of cast iron cookware with a modern flare. A black matte enamel interior and cooking surface combined with the well-known heat retention of cast iron offer an exceptional culinary advantage for all of your favorite recipes.   Made in France.   Dimensions: Capacity: 3.25 qt. Care and Use: Oven Safe up to 500F. Safe for all stovetops. Dishwasher safe. Seasoning not required. Materials: Cast iron
2 reviews
Chef Approved
$385.95
NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 2 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 3 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 4 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 5 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: Pasta-Making 101 for Kids 6 slide
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

Manhattan

21 reviews

Next Date: Thu, Sep 3rd at 6:00PM
Atlanta Cooking Class: Sous Vide Surf and Turf Atlanta Cooking Class: Sous Vide Surf and Turf 2 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Sous Vide Surf and Turf 3 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Sous Vide Surf and Turf 4 slide Atlanta Cooking Class: Sous Vide Surf and Turf 5 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Sous Vide Surf and Turf

$149

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Land and sea unite to delight your tastebuds in this chef-guided experience. Sip your favorite wine while Chef Dock teaches you tips and tricks to turn your home into a Michelin-starred restaurant. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn the technique for making perfectly cooked steak and lobster by utilizing the...
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Chef Dock

Verified Chef
Chef Dock

Downtown Atlanta

102 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th at 6:00PM
Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns 2 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns 3 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns 4 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns 5 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Pot Stickers and Steamed Buns

$115

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Discover some of the most popular dumplings to grace dim sum menus across the world. There's something extraordinary about biting into a perfect dumpling — the tug of dough, the burst of steam and that first hit of flavorful filling. In this hands-on class with Chef Fumiko, you will learn just how easy it is to...
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Chef Fumiko

Verified Chef
Chef Fumiko

Seattle (Central District)

137 reviews

Next Date: Sun, Sep 13th at 4:00PM
Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf 2 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf 3 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf 4 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf 5 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Contemporary Surf and Turf 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Contemporary Surf and Turf

$105

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Modernize surf and turf across four courses with fresh ingredients and culinary techniques. Experience a home-cooked special surf and turf meal as you explore cooking techniques for big flavor. Gain cooking wisdom from Chef Washington as you put a modern spin on classic dishes. First, pan-sear trout topped with serr...
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Chef Washington

Verified Chef
Chef Washington

Renton

196 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th at 6:00PM
Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry 2 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry 3 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry 4 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry 5 slide Seattle Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Curry 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Classic Japanese Curry

$120

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Discover how to prepare a classic Japanese curry from scratch with Chef Shinya. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Shinya, you will learn how to create a Japanese chicken curry from scratch. Often overlooked as a Japanese staple, curry can be a delicious addition to your culinary repertoire. First, mix toge...
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Chef Shinya

Verified Chef
Chef Shinya

Renton

201 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th at 6:00PM
Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking 2 slide Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking 3 slide Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking 4 slide Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking 5 slide Los Angeles Couples Cooking Class: Vegan French Cooking 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Vegan French Cooking

$129

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Join Chef Cregg to learn classic French techniques with modern vegan flair. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Cregg will teach you foundational techniques from traditional French cuisine, including grilling, braising and baking, while incorporating fresh, plant-based ingredients. You'll first prepare a wild mush...
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Chef Cregg

Verified Chef
Chef Cregg

Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)

137 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th at 3:00PM
Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto 2 slide Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto 3 slide Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto 4 slide Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto 5 slide Los Angeles Italian Cooking Class: The Rich Tradition of Risotto 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

The Rich Tradition of Risotto

$119

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Be transported to another world entirely as you learn risotto-making techniques from an Italian native. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Luana will teach you the art of authentic risotto preparation by providing an introduction to the methodology behind risotto. Once you understand proper procedure, you can make ma...
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Chef Luana

Verified Chef
Chef Luana

Los Angeles (Central LA)

680 reviews

Next Date: Mon, Sep 7th at 11:30AM
NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites 2 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites 3 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites 4 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites 5 slide NYC Pasta Making Class: The Best of Italian Favorites 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

The Best of Italian Favorites

$125

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Master a menu of Old World specialties for an authentic, home-cooked Italian dinner. Discover the secrets of cooking like a true Italian chef in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Kenneth. From preparing pillowy gnocchi to crafting crispy cannoli for dessert, you'll explore an array of time-honored methods used for...
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Chef Kenneth

Verified Chef
Chef Kenneth

Manhattan

63 reviews

Next Date: Fri, Sep 4th at 6:00PM
NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC 2 slide NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC 3 slide NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC 4 slide NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC 5 slide NYC Cooking Class: Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC 6 slide
Cooking Class Experience Gift

Homemade Dumplings 101 in NYC

$125

Cooking Class Experience Gift

Become a precision dumpling master by mixing various fillings to steam or pan-fry each creation. Forget the carry-out and make your own dumplings and dim sum in this hands-on cooking experience led by Chef Paige. Each folded dumpling is a work of art featuring fresh ingredients. Begin by seasoning a savory pork fill...
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Chef Paige or Resident Chef

Verified Chef
Chef Paige or Resident Chef

Manhattan (Midtown West)

34 reviews

Next Date: Sat, Sep 5th at 1:00PM

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