Your troupe learns a thing or two about Italian cuisine while bonding in the kitchen.
Teams with a taste for cool collaboration are in for a treat with this culinary team building activity on their agendas. Let Chef Vivian and Michi share their secrets for crafting a fantastic Italian meal.
From a soothing cremini mushroom soup appetizer to homemade pasta with marinara sauce to iconic tiramisu dessert. Along the way, colleagues develop a sense of cooperation and leadership while preparing an amazing meal and getting to know their teammates in a casual setting.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
With butter, baby bella mushrooms, parsley, salt and pepper
Pasta From Scratch
With flour, eggs and salt
Marinara Sauce
With tomato, onion, garlic and basil
Tiramisu in a Cup
With mascarpone, cream and lady fingers
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.
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a husband and wife dynamic culinary duo, each bringing more than 30 years of professional culinary experience to the table. Chef Vivian is a highly respected and lauded private chef, caterer and cooking class instructor. Chef Michi is a master of all things authentic Japanese sushi. Together, Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a culinary force to be reckoned with in the kitchen.
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For your selected date, , you will receive a refund minus a cancellation fee of $400 if you cancel. The noted cancellation fee is to cover the venue, which is non-refundable. For bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the event start time, the full amount is non-refundable.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Your troupe learns a thing or two about Italian cuisine while bonding in the kitchen.
Teams with a taste for cool collaboration are in for a treat with this culinary team building activity on their agendas. Let Chef Vivian and Michi share their secrets for crafting a fantastic Italian meal.
From a soothing cremini mushroom soup appetizer to homemade pasta with marinara sauce to iconic tiramisu dessert. Along the way, colleagues develop a sense of cooperation and leadership while preparing an amazing meal and getting to know their teammates in a casual setting.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
With butter, baby bella mushrooms, parsley, salt and pepper
Pasta From Scratch
With flour, eggs and salt
Marinara Sauce
With tomato, onion, garlic and basil
Tiramisu in a Cup
With mascarpone, cream and lady fingers
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.
We chose the Italian Feast, and it was an unforgettable experience! The two chefs were not only incredibly talented but also warm and caring, which made the entire event feel special. It wasn’t just about amazing food—it was so much fun! My whole team loved every moment. The setting was beautiful, the dishes were absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone—and honestly, I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
What a wonderful experience! Vivian and Michi did an excellent job teaching techniques and sharing interesting extra insights. They were incredibly interactive and entertaining, making it feel as though they were part of our team. We loved preparing ... and eating ... the soup, pasta, and tiramisu for dessert. It was truly a memorable time. Thank you!
I would definitely recommend this class to friends and family. It was so much fun for our TEAM to be together doing what everyone enjoys, food and cooking. We made Mushroom soup, Pasta and for dessert we had tiramisu. The chefs were awesome very friendly, helpful and engaged with our team.
My team and I took a Pasta cooking class last week for a Holiday celebration and enjoyed our time very much. Chefs were patient and kind and celebrated our team success. We are so happy to have met them and participated together. I also learned how to make a great Tiramisu!
My team and I made a wonderful 3 course Italian dinner of Cream of Mushroom Soup for the starter, Fettucine and fresh cherry tomato sauce for the main and Tiramisu for dessert. Chefs Vivian and Michi were kind and patient teachers that made our team building experience a spectacular success. I would highly recommend anyone to spend an evening with these amazing chefs.
We cooked pasta, soup and tiramisu. I've always wanted to make fresh pasta and it was so easy and delicious. The chefs were so fun and everything was amazing.
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John B.
02/18/2026
An incredible experience we’ll never forget! We got started with our main goal of learning how to cut an onion! From there, we learned how to prepare a wonderful meal from start to finish. This was a warm and memorable evening, after the first whisk, we were cooking with friends. We’re grateful to have met such a wonderful team and gained the tools to enhance our own meals at home. Thank you, Vivian and Michi!!
We had such an amazing time learning how to make pasta. It’s only been a day and my husband won’t stop talking about wanting to recreate the menu—which we are planning on doing tomorrow already. Not only would I recommend the House of Gucci experience but we’re looking into other classes this duo offers.
We did the Asian cooking class at our house and it was absolutely AMAZING! 10/10 experience. I will talk about this experience for years to come! They were wonderful with my kids and their requests and the sweetest people.
Cooked some amazing ramen, learned about everything from rice to seasoning to japanese culture. Everyone loved it, my wife and I got this as a holiday gift to her parents and brother. Food turned out amazing everyone really enjoyed the event.
Loved this class!! It was great for the whole family and Vivian and Michi were wonderful. Very knowledgeable and super helpful- made everything so easy!
We did the Noodling around the Pasta with chef Vivian and Michi, it was a fantastic experience. We were most interested in learning the techiques of making pasta from scratch , bruschetta and tiramisu, as we have always used the store bought pasta.We found the class fun and very informative.Thanks for great tips throughout the class. We are looking forward to making pasta's from scratch at home. I'd highly recommend this class to anyone! - Sneha
Great experience!!! My son enjoy every part of it! Both Chefs were attentive and open to be flexible when teaching.
All the good was delicious and my son ate it all!!
We signed up for the “The Bear†cooking class for a date night, we’re big fans of the show and figured, why not cook like it? Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were great, super easy to talk to, really down to earth, and made the whole thing feel comfortable. We had some really good conversations with them about their cooking backgrounds, what food means to them, and even got some cool travel tips for their home countries, Peru and Japan. The whole night just felt really warm and inviting just like hanging out with friends who just happen to be amazing chefs.
The class was a four course meal, and honestly everything we made was great, but the two that really stood out were Sydney’s omelette with the potato chips on top and the risotto. That omelette was such a clever idea, and we’ve already said we’re making it again at home. It was quite easy and I may be investing in a new kitchen gadget for the house, a Japanese tamago pan! And the risotto’s something I’ve always avoided because it seemed like such a hassle, but the way they taught it made it feel totally doable, I’m actually excited to try it again. It was far less daunting than I thought. The after dinner, we got to play with Agar Agar to make some cool dessert pearls to top our ice cream with, we felt like a mix of a scientist and chef.
What I appreciated most was how approachable it all was. The food looked and tasted like something from a nice restaurant, but nothing about it felt overcomplicated or intimidating. Nothing was too greasy or overly processed, just nice clean ingredients that made for tasty dishes. I’ve done other classes before where it’s rushed and overly fancy and you walk out thinking, “Well… not doing that again.†This was completely different, they showed us how to make impressive dishes that actually feel possible to recreate at home. And the little tips and tricks they shared really stuck with me, especially the tip about scoring mushrooms (we felt like pros) and not washing the flavor off before cooking.
You get to cook and eat a full four-course meal, learn from two super talented chefs, and walk away with a fun memory you’ll actually want to tell people about.
If you’re looking for a fun, cozy date night or just want to pick up some new cooking skills without feeling overwhelmed, I definitely recommend booking with Chef Vivian and Michi. It was relaxed, memorable, and just a really good time. We’ll definitely be back for another class.
Chef Vivian and Michi were incredible. They were able to accommodate the dietary restrictions we had and taught us how to prepare the best meal I've had in ages, (better that the exclusive restaurant the night before). I highly recommend the Peruvian experience.
Best cooking class ever! Vivian and Michi were great hosts and so welcoming! They shared stories, jokes and tricks with cooking! It was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to book more classes with them!
We absolutely loved our experience with Chef Vivian & Michi. Both were extremely friendly and knowledgeable in teaching us new cooking techniques and the food turned out amazing! Can't recommend this experience enough.
Vivian and Michi were amazing! We had a great experience tonight making ramen from scratch. They were both professional in knowledge and very welcoming and friendly. They showed us in clear easy instructions how to make each items and the steps involved. They had answered all our questions and gave advice on how to change the dishes when making at home for new taste. I feel confident with their recipe and instructions, I can now take this home and share with friends.
We had an amazing time in our Italian cooking class with Vivian and Michi! Vivian was so accommodating and went above and beyond to make the experience fun and engaging. We learned great tips, made pasta from scratch, and felt confident enough to try it at home. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everyone had a blast. I would definitely do it again and highly recommend it!
If I could give them more than 5 stars, I definitely would! Chef Vivi and Michi are some of the most kindest and patient people I’ve ever met. I originally booked the kids sushi class as a gift for my daughter’s birthday and my husband also booked the ramen class for our anniversary. The ramen class was first and it was such a great experience. It was much easier than expected and everything was simply delicious. I definitely feel like I could go home and make my own ramen one day
Having a private chef was the perfect way for us friends to relax and catch up with each other! The food was DELICIOUS! Chefs were amazing and so nice!
I would definitely recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn Asian cuisine. The food came out great, and it was easy to understand the instructions. The setting was very comfortable and could easily accommodate more students. Best part, I didn't have to wash dishes :) Cheers!
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.
M daughter and I cooked Indian Cuisine!! It was delicious and most certainly believe we will be making this in the near future… I will be recommending Chef Vivian and Michi to people I Know!
So this was a Christmas gift from my boyfriend to me and my girls. There were a total of four of us. The experience was absolutely a blast. We learned how to make pasta. I learned it was black garlic, which I never knew also learned that sake can be used in Italian food who would’ve thought I was also happy to have my grandson with us who really enjoyed the food and he’s only four overall it was a great experience and we would do it again very soon this time taking my boyfriend and his boys so get ready chefs. It’s a party of nine. See you soon.
We participated in the fabulous vegan fare! The chefs definitely did more than what was on the menu! They were so sweet and kind and taught us many things. They helped us learn to cook, then plated the food and served us. They cleaned the kitchen and did the dishes! They even left us some leftovers ingredients and the recipes to make it again in the future!
We had a fantastic educational evening. Chef Vivian and Michi created a unique experience that was welcoming and engaging. They made believers in us all that we could make ramen at home . I would highly recommend to anyone interested in learning to make ramen
Cooked some amazing ramen, learned about everything from rice to seasoning to japanese culture. Everyone loved it, my wife and I got this as a holiday gift to her parents and brother. Food turned out amazing everyone really enjoyed the event.
Cooked some amazing ramen, learned about everything from rice to seasoning to japanese culture. Everyone loved it, my wife and I got this as a holiday gift to her parents and brother. Food turned out amazing everyone really enjoyed the event.
We were a party of 5, and chef Vivian and Michi both did a wonderful job of making sure everyone felt included and was a part of the experience. They were both very knowledgeable and very hospitable and I highly recommend their class for any occasion.
We had an awesome time learning to cook the Iconic Asian Creations! We had 14 family members from age 17-65 and everyone had a chance to get involved and learn something new. Vivian and Michi were SO friendly and patient. The time went by so fast and the food was absolutely delicious. Great for young or old, beginner or more experienced home cook. Thank you so much!
What a great class! We learned the art of making Indian food, Chefs Vivian and michi make it fun while learning about the spices and techniques of making a delicious Indian meal. This is our second time with the Chefs and look forward to our next cooking adventure with them.
We had an amazing time at the sushi class with Vivi and Michi! It was fun, informative, and welcoming from start to finish. We learned a lot and are excited to use our new skills at home. The food was delicious, and we highly recommend the class — Vivi and Michi were fantastic hosts.
We had an amazing time at the sushi class with Vivi and Michi! It was fun, informative, and welcoming from start to finish. We learned a lot and are excited to use our new skills at home. The food was delicious, and we highly recommend the class — Vivi and Michi were fantastic hosts.
I got this class as a gift for my cousin’s birthday, and I could not have asked for a better gift. We learned how to make miso and a couple ways to make sushi. The chefs were amazing as teachers and had many tips on the tools for sushi. I can’t wait to try it on my own and use what I learned here. I would recommend that anyone wanting to make sushi but may need some help to reach out to Vivian and Michi as they are great chefs and great people.
This was a wonderful experience for team building. We planned this class for a retirement celebration for our boss, and it was the perfect event. Chef Vivian and Michi were responsive beforehand - asking about any dietary restrictions, special ingredients, and ways to make this evening special. It was a cost-effective, yet fun and engaging night. We all cooked in groups to handle the salad, main course and dessert. They provided enough instruction to ensure the meal was prepared well and it tasted delicious! However, there was still time in between cooking to mingle and enjoy each other's company. The space was great - plenty of room, clean, etc. We never felt rushed either. 10/10 would recommend this experience for a family outing, work event, or night with friends!
Great Experience! We enjoyed the entire time at this cooking class and the food was amazing. Vivian and Michi know their way around a kitchen, are very informative, and are fun to be around. We will do this again.
Nancy and I had a truly 5-Star experience with Chefs Vivian O’Phelan and Michi Hirano. This truly hands on, up close and personal learning experience exceeded our expectations. Our host, The Chefs, were organized, knowledgeable, teachers, personal, professional, good communicators and dining hosts. We highly recommend these Chefs for all your culinary needs, teaching, cooking and customer service. By the way, the food was amazing.
Add Chefs Vivian and Michi’s Traditional French Fare cooking class to your bucket list! My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with these two professionals making French onion soup, beef Bourguignon, and fruit tarts. Vivian and Michi are amiable, creative, efficient, and shared their knowledge, tips, and expertise throughout the class. The taste, aroma, and presentation of each dish were on par with a gourmet restaurant. The chefs and this cooking class are highly recommended.
This event was a multiple birthday celebration in our dinner group of seven. We wanted something different and interactive for the evening. We selected the Spanish Delights menu.
From the time my reservation was confirmed by the Chefs, they were answering my questions of what to expect. It was a fun experience planning with them.
The cooking class dinner met every expectation and much more. The Chefs Vivian and Michi are a delight themselves and we had a wonderful experience.
The food was outstanding and delicious! We highly recommend Chefs Vivian and Michi for any of their cooking class offerings or especially for a Private Chef dinner events.
One of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had. I have very little cooking experience and they helped me make some of the best sushi I have ever eaten. Also, Chefs Vivian and Michi are the kindest people, and are great to talk to while cooking. Wonderful experience and would recommend to anyone!
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!
2/25/25 My wife and I decided to take the ramen making class for our anniversary. I can’t express how thankful we are for discovering this fun and informative class . First I want to say chef Michi and Vivian are amazing hosts and chefs. The instructions were very clear and helpful. Very hands on and fun to participate in making the ramen noodles , the pork tenderloin and the onigiri. We finished up with a very delicious and refreshing shaved ice. The atmosphere was pleasant all around . They have made me more confident in trying things out for the first time . 5 stars isn’t enough to rate this overall experience. I highly recommend if you are looking for a fun, exciting, and challenging activity making ramen from scratch. Thank you chef Michi and chef Vivian!
What a fabulous experience! My love and I took this class for Valentine’s Day. We really enjoyed it, the food was delicious and the music felt like we were indeed in Italy! Both Vivi and Michi are wonderful chefs, very experienced, friendly and they made us feel comfortable from the very first moment that we met them. Their home is very clean and welcoming. We highly recommend this class. Thank you so much Vivi and Michi for a top notch experience!
Dear Chef Vivian and Michi,
Thank you for the amazing time last night! Your warmth and expertise made it a truly memorable experience for our team. We learned so much and had a fantastic time creating beautiful charcuterie boards together.
Your passion and guidance brought our team closer, and we left with new skills and a stronger sense of camaraderie. We highly recommend your event to anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable team-building activity.
Thank you once again for everything!
Bought the experience for my wife for Christmas. We had such a great time! Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were amazing, very personable, and knowledgeable. The house of Gucci menu was awesome. Making homemade pasta was the highlight. Best couples experience and we will definitely book another menu with them in the very near future. Thank you!!!
I had an amazing time! Had a work event. Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing and very inviting! The food we made was ridiculously delicious!!!! Thank you for the food tips and teaching me the correct way to do things! Especially when it comes to sushi!!! Gracias!!! Fue un placer!!!!
Chefs Vivian & Michi were outstanding! Everyone enjoyed themselves and the food melted in our mouths. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Giddings Law Group
Vivian & Michi were fantastic! The atmosphere was warm & inviting. Everything was prepped & waiting for our arrival. Their directions were clear and easy to follow. Our group had people of different cooking skills but we all came away having learned something new. Best of all, the food was delicious! We would definitely take another class with them.
**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!
When I tell you. I can't wait to go with them again. Me and my wife went to Chef Vivian and Chef Chef Michi's cooking class and we had a great time, and food was great. Great conversation, great experience. I really look forward to doing it again.
The class was amazing with chef Vivian and chef Michi. They were so inviting and comforting. The experience was educational and so much fun. Teaching the importance of each step. Breaking down why things are done the way they are. Their experience is shown in their patience, attention to detail, and food presentation! Food tasted so good, it was hard to believe we made it from scratch. Outside of the menu provided, they taught us different ways to make everyday food in our household that we are excited to make. Totally recommend this experience, we will be trying their other classes!
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!!!!
A great weekend activity!! Chef’s Vivian and Michi kindly invited us into their house as we made a delicious meal. They were so helpful and informative during the entire experience. I will definitely reach out to Chefs Vivian and Michi in the future for another cooking class!
Fun class. There were a few kitchen tools we needed which were a surprise in the class.. It would be nice to have a clear list of all the things needed.
We HIGHLY recommend taking a class with Vivian and Michi if you are considering it! We went as a birthday gift, and my partner loved the experience. Chef Vivian and Michi did a wonderful job making the experience very fun -- asking us questions, sharing stories of their experiences as chefs, and making recommendations for cooking other meals. The food was great, we brought wine to sip as we cooked, and we would definitely go back as a date night or family activity. 10/10 experience!
The Lomo Saltado cooking class with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi was absolutely great. They were so patient and clear in their instructions and made sure to check on us all throughout the lesson. They told short stories in between and allowed us time to mingle and chat throughout the class. This ended up being a great way for our organization to enjoy some virtual team bonding and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Thank you Michi and Vivian!
I enjoyed the class and learned several new techniques. The chefs were pleasant and answered all my questions. If you're not aware, many of the classes through cozymeal are at the chefs home. When I first realized that I thought it would be awkward. However, it was ok and had no problems. I will definitely take additional classes.
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!!
Both Chef Vivian and Michi were great and explained everything to us it specific details. They provided a great experience, we would re-take another class with them for any other culinary experience.
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were very kind and informative. They catered to our specified dietary restrictions and went above and beyond! The food was delicious, I cannot recommend it enough.
Great meal. This is the second time we have had a meal prepared by Chef Vivian and Chef Michi. They are exceptional. I look forward to seeing them again.
We enjoyed our experience with Chefs Vivian and Michi. They were prepared, professional, and engaging. They explained the techniques well and encouraged us as we worked through the recipes. They did a great job of cleaning everything in stages as we went along. I would definitely sign up for another class with them.
Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing! Welcoming and wonderful. They were accommodating to all dietary needs and ages. I brought my 15yr old niece and she is a vegetarian and they ensured we could both get what we wanted out of the experience. The food was delicious. I miss the ramen from the Pacific Northwest and this was the best ramen I have had since moving to Tampa. I would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience! We learned so many tips on how to prepare food tastier with lots of herbs and vegetables and how not to overcook. We will be doing this again!
We had such a great time! Vivian and Michi are phenomenal chefs! The food was so good! Honestly it was a life changing experience! I can't wait to make sushi next time I'm in town!
This was a wonderful and fun class. It was a Christmas gift for my grandson, and while it took a while for schedules to line up, he had a blast and is ready to do another. Highly recommended. Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are the best.
We had so much fun with Chefs Vivian and Michi! We were celebrating my dad's 65th birthday so it was definitely a special occasion! He was a little reluctant to get involved (seeing as he does the cooking in the house everyday already!) but seeing how engaging the chefs were really got him excited to get his hands in there! Chef Michi even sharpened my dad's knives which was such an unexpected added bonus. The food was just as good as the memories we shared. My dad is also looking to hire them for two other organizations he works with. Just an all around amazing time, can't wait to work with them again!!
Appreciative that Chef Vivian and Michi were so patient as it was just my wife and kids at the experience! Awesome food, incredible people, would do again!
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 fantastic hosts and great instructors with good chemistry that comes from years of working together. The duo were very knowledgeable, talkative, and they kept the cooking process moving forward.
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!
I booked this cooking class as a surprise for my husband’s birthday and we had a blast. Michi and Vivi were so welcoming and helpful with providing tips. There was never a dull moment. The food was delicious! We definitely plan on going back or hosting an event with our friends. Definitely a wonderful experience.
The class was so much fun, especially the noodle making, and both chefs were very sweet and welcoming. Such a great experience especially with a partner or friend.
This was an amazing experience. The chefs were incredibly friendly, welcoming and very well organized. It was immediately apparent they love what they do and you could see they enjoyed watching the spark of learning in their "students" ignite. I would definitely recommend taking a lesson with them if you have the opportunity.
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 the best time with couple. Lots of laughs. They were very genuine. They were so knowledgeable and we truly can’t wait to have them come 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!
Awesome Chefs, truly enjoyed learning how to make good pasta. My first time cooking Class and had the best instructions. Looking forward to booking another class soon!
Chef Vivian and Michi created the most wonderful experience. It was our first ever cooking class and it was also my boyfriends birthday. We were visiting from out of state and I wanted to do something special for the occasion and found the cooking class. The chefs were so warm and welcoming and incredible teachers and hosts. Being in their home was beautiful instead of a cold kitchen in some restaurant under fluorescent lights. They went above and beyond to make sure our experience was magical. It was incredible food and a night to remember. We loved every second of it. Thank you again Chef Vivian and Michi!
We had a wonderful time cooking our Mediterranean feast, a very immersive experience where we were able to cook an amazing meal with great results! We truly enjoyed talking with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi throughout cook in my journey!
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!
First I would like to point out how comfortable and welcoming Chef Vivian and Chef Michi made us feel in their home, we had a fun time laughing and learning how to make Ramen and we will definitely tell our friends and family about our wonderful experience. Thank you again to our new friends, Vivian and Michi.
Thank you Chef Vivian and Michi! I gifted this to my boyfriend for Christmas and he loved it. They made us feel so welcomed and comfortable. The food was amazing! Such a fun thing to do- we will remember this as the years go on.
This was a great first cooking class for us. Chef Vivian and Michi were so patient and answered every question, while helping us cook an amazing meal! I would highly recommend this to anyone!
I participated in a cooking class hosted by a husband and wife chef duo. We crafted a delicious ramen together, and I was particularly impressed by the flavorful broth, tender pork, and perfectly cooked noodles. The dessert added a delightful twist to the experience. The hosts were not only friendly but also genuinely welcoming, making the overall atmosphere enjoyable. I highly recommend this course!
This beautiful couple did an amazing job with this class. I had a wonderful time. I felt like I was at home cooking a meal with my family. We had a great conversation and I will be back!
The class we took was focused on making ramen from scratch. It was such an amazing experience! The instructors were super welcoming and made the class feel like a gathering of friends. We learned all about the culture of ramen while getting hands-on with the ingredients and making our own noodles. The meal we prepared together was absolutely delicious, and the conversation was just as exciting. I can't recommend these chefs enough, a solid 10/10 & we will be back! ?
Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing. The food came out so good and both my girlfriend and I truly enjoyed the night and learned some really great dished. Thank you both and I would definitely come again. Happy New Year!
Chefs Vivian and Michi exceeded our expectations! They were friendly and knowledgeable. They provided a warm, welcoming environment in their beautiful home to learn how to make four different Japanese dishes, including one their family recipes that you can't find in restaurants! ( You have to go to the class to find out what it is. No spoilers here!)
Thank you, Vivian and Michi for a great time!
Chefs Vivian and Michi were wonderful! They were so kind and the food was delicious. I’ll be booking another class soon! I couldn’t recommend them enough!
Vivian and Michi were amazing! They go above and beyond for their students. It was great food and hospitality. Chef Vivian and Michi are very knowledgeable and skilled chefs, and great at teaching. Would highly recommend to anyone, and we will definitely be taking more classes with them!
My friend and I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with another couple and our wonderful hosts. Would highly recommend this experience, would make a perfect christmas gift.
I took my 16 yr old son to this class and we had a great time. So unique and memorable. The Chefs are both friendly and engaging. The ramen were delicious. We will be back!
I bought this a class through Cozymeal for a gift for my grandmother in 2019. Four years later, we finally picked a class and we were so happy with our decision. Chef Vivian and Michi gave us such a wonderful experience! The food was delicious and as soon as we entered into their home, we were met with warmth and kindness. It felt like making a meal with friends and I cannot recommend them enough!
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were warm and inviting hosts. The food prep was loads of fun. Of course the meal was delicious. Loved it! We will book another meal with them.
Vivian and Michi were excellent. They were friendly, professional and the food was out of this world. They even made a last minute grocery store run to accommodate a menu change. Vivian answered all of my annoying questions while she was cooking. It was almost like we were hanging out and cooking with old friends. We will definitely book them again.
I highly recommend this experience! Michi and Vivi were delightful hosts and very experienced chefs. I haven't had this good of ramen since I was last in Kyoto, Japan! I booked this for my boyfriend's birthday and they even lit a candle and sang happy birthday to make this a very memorable birthday. We both loved it!
Vivian and Michi were knowledgeable, funny and engaging. The meal was simple and delicious and I learned a new detail or two in the process to enhance my kitchen skills.
Our experience with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi was fantastic. Both of them were incredibly hospitable and pleasant to talk with and their cooking instructions were fabulous too. It felt like going to eat out at a good old friend's home more than anything else and we'd be more than happy to do it again sometime.
The Food was amazing too!
This was a perfect evening. I surprised my hubby, Dave, with this class on his birthday. Chef Vivian and Michi were so thoughtful to take an extra moment to put a birthday candle on Dave's dessert and have us all sing Happy Birthday to him. Dave has mentioned about a thousand times that this was his best birthday ever!!!!! Thank you Chef Vivian nd Michi for a wonderful time.
We highly recommend Chef Vivian and Chef Michi’s sushi-making class! It provided my husband, granddaughter and me a fabulous evening! From the making of the miso soup starter to the lessons on a variety of sushi roll styles, we learned a lot and the food was delicious. They bring everything needed for the class including only the freshest, most authentic ingredients. Both have a very warm and engaging style that immediately made us feel like we had known them forever. We will definitely take another class from them in the future!
We enjoyed having Chef Vivian and Chef Michi teach my 7th grade daughter and her friends how to make ramen at our home. The girls had a a fun time, making something we all go to enjoy afterwards. It was also nice that there was no clean up for me since the chefs took care of that. Now we have a healthy, easy and fast ramen recipe we can make at home!
Chef Vivian and Michi were awesome! They shared great tips and tricks while showing us how to make ramen (which turned out delicious). They were kind and easy to talk to as well. We would definitely book an event with them again :)
This was a birthday gift from my son and daughter-in-law and it was the best gift ever!!!! Vivian and Michi are amazing chefs and people. My long time friend and I had an amazing time and the food was so so delicious. I will definitely be giving this as a gift also. Can't say enough good things about the whole experience. Love, Love Loved it!
I purchased this as a gift for my mother-in-law and her best friend. They had an absolute blast. They couldn’t say enough about the chefs and how professional and kind they were. We will definitely be booking again. Also they stated the food was SPECTACULAR!!!
Our evening was FANTASTIC! Chefs Vivian and Michi are amazing and taught us so much - and we had a lot of fun.
We can't wait to do another class with these chefs as they have a wide-range of cooking abilities and experience. From Japanese (like we had) to French to Italian and Argentinian! They were wonderful about catering to our inividual dietary practices (I'm a strict vegetarian), and just simply gave us a great experience overall.
When I purhcased this class as a birthday gift for my "the-woman-who-has-everything" best friend, I had no idea what to expect. I can now say that what I expected didn't come near the adventure we actually had. Chefs Vivian and Michi went far and above the expected.
Both my friend and I have future plans for these chefs and can't wait to get both family and friends involved next time!
Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing and very professional!
My wife is a Ramen fanatic and they were able to walk her through making Ramen from scratch with it tasting great!!
Great tag team duo and just all around nice wholesome people!
10/10 would definitely recommend and plan on trying again
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are the best! We learned so much and can’t wait to try making sushi on our own. My husband said it was one of his favorite birthday gifts yet.
Vivian and Michi are super hosts! They are very knowledgeable and taught us everything we need to know to make the sushi and dessert and even what to buy to recreate the meal at home! It was such a unique experience. I highly recommend them!
Went with my mother and brother as a gift for mother's day for the "french essentials" class, was an extremely special experience. We absolutely loved it, was surprised by how generous they were with the portions despite the high-quality of the food. Vivian and Michi are lovely entertaining people and great chefs!
We thoroughly enjoyed our Festival of Japanese Street Fare class with Chefs Michi and Vivian yesterday! They were both so friendly and informative and we did learn some fantastic tips. I never did get the opportunity to photograph our end result because the rest of the family dove on it and it was GONE! haha Absolutely delicious. Both chefs were so helpful and carefully answered all questions. We will definitely be taking additional classes and most certainly looking for additional classes with Chefs Michi and Vivian, including in person classes once you are in Tampa! Thanks so much and your customer service and follow up is spectacular. :-)
Vivian and Michi were so kind, patient, and helped us to make a delicious dinner together to celebrate Mother's Day! They taught us about the cooking process and new techniques. I have an upcoming trip to Japan and they had many suggestions for what to do. Thank you, Vivian and Michi!
This was such a wonderful experience. Chef Vivian and Michi are such a wonderful couple with a life time of great stories. The food my girlfriend and I learned how to make was delicious and filling. We still talk about how great of an experience it was. Chef Vivian and Michi were great teachers, because of them we feel comfortable making these dishes on our own. I highly recommend them if you’re looking for a great experience you’ll never forget.
From the second I walked through the door Chefs Vivian and Michi were so warm and welcoming. I don’t think we stopped talking the entire class besides when we stopped to eat the delicious sushi we made. Vivian and Michi are so sweet and so knowledgeable, we couldn’t have asked for better teachers! I booked the secrets of sushi class with my friend for a girls night and we had the best time! We will be back again!
We had an amazing memorable experience with Vivi an Michi, they made our time with them a moment of peace, learn fun and enjoyment. The were absolutely prepared, flexible, insightful and adorable. We learned a lot!, eat our own sushi with a little help of our friends and we are ready for more!, Now we want to go back with our 4 kids or have them in our home. I highly recommend Vivi and Michi for a memorable time! Thank you for the bottom of our hearts!
Chef Vivian & Michi are amazing! Thank you for making this surprise for kids so special! They had the best time… it was the highlight to their spring break vacation. We can’t wait to do another class!
If 10 is your highest score we would give Chefs Vivian & Michi a 15. The two were very personable and clearly fluent in their craft. Vivian makes me want to explore not just Peruvian cuisine, but their culture too. My husband and I are both experienced home cooks and we did learned a several new things about ingredients and technique. The appetizer, the main course and the dessert were amazing. We all agreed we will do this again and though they did provide a “cozy†yet adequate workspace, we would like them to come use our much bigger kitchen.
Yvonne
Michi and Vivian were fantastic! My wife and I had a wonderful time in their Mediterranean/Paella class and are planning to attend more classes with them. We learned lots of good tips and the food was amazing.
Chefs Vivian and Michi were amazing! They provided the best at home experience I could have asked for. They brought everything with them, provided a fun learning environment, good food, and had everything cleaned up and put away by the time we were done. I really enjoyed getting to know them and having them in my home. I'm glad I selected them to give us a private sushi making class as a way to celebrate my birthday. Thank you, chefs!
This is the 2nd time we have taken a class with chef Vivian and Michi. We have a wonderful time. They are personable, professional and overall great to learn from! Thank you chefs
This class was a ton of fun! Chef Vivi and Chef Michi were great teachers and the food was amazing! I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a cute date night
This was such a positive and fun cooking experience! We did Secrets of Sushi Making with Chefs Michi & Vivian. They were so kind and welcoming and made us feel comfortable as we learned new skills! They are very talented chefs! I can't wait to take another class with them. Thank you so much for such an awesome experience!!
Chef Vivian and Michi were AMAZING! My husband and I had such a wonderful class and the entire experience was absolutely wonderful. The food, the demonstration, and their kindness was truly great. We loved it!
We’re so glad we took this class with Chef Vivian and Michi! They were great teachers and we had fun learning some new skills. We’d definitely recommend this to others and we’ll probably take more classes in the future.
I had a wonderful experience with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi. They were warm, welcoming, and very engaging. I tool the ramen class and it was all delicious and definitely a dish I feel like I can replicate at home. I would definitely recommend taking a class with them and I look forward to a next time!
Vivian and Michi where absolutely WONDERFUL! I cannot sing their praises high enough. Fun, funny, and created a wonderfully delicious and simple meal that my wife will task me with for many years to come. Highly suggested for both intimate couples dinners, group classes, or anything in between. We will 100% be booking again before the end of 2023!!!!
Food was great! The pace of the meeting was very challenging to manage. The prep work was meant to be done in advance but we had said lots of us didn't do the prep work. Would have like to see a way to slow us all down to get on the same schedule.
Chef Michi & Vivian were amazing! I cannot put into words how glad I am that I decided to book my private event with them. They were extremely easy to coordinate with and were always available for any question that I had and would get back to me quickly. They were able to accommodate allergies and there was enough food to fill you up. Once they arrived, they took care of everything and the kitchen was left clean like no one had touched it. They were both so sweet and all of my guests loved their vibe and attention to detail. I cannot wait to book them again for a future event. If you haven’t booked chef Michi & Vivian, you are missing out!
My daughter and I had a great time learning and eating sushi. Vivian and Michi we ver welcoming, kind and patient with us. The food was awesome. Loved the experience. Will def do it again!
Loved the preparation recommendations sent a few days before and loved the check ins during the activity. I look forward to trying the veggie version and feel more confident about warming tortillas on the griddle. I also look forward to trying pickled radishes on our next steak tacos! Thank you so much
Had a great time. The recipes were tasty.
it seemed a little unorganized as i guess it can get a little messy with a large group. However, on several occasions our people asked pertinent/necessary questions that should have been stated prior to what the particular task was at the time. For example, one of them was.... do we need to preheat the oven? But Chefs were accommodating and informative
Chefs Vivian and Michi were excellent! They were both likable and approachable. The directions were easy to follow and the chefs were fun! The recipes were simple and delicious.
Chef Vivian and Michi were delightful as chefs and did the utmost to make our experience superb. Not only did they help us create an excellent meal, but they were warm and so much fun to be around as well. Would definitely recommend this class!
Chef Vivian and Michu were AMAZING
I cannot emphasize how much we enjoyed the class
They were both so warm and the food was just sooooo good
The energy and convo just flowed so naturally
We will definitely book with them again
We had the most incredible experience in this 2.5/3 hour long class with Chef Vivian and Michi, both of whom are extremely engaging. We had great conversations and learnt a great deal about Sushi! Chef Michi is an artist with his knife! I Would highly recommend this experience. They made my daughters birthday a day to remember! Thank you Chef Vivian and Michi!
Chef Michi and Chef Vivian were absolutely wonderful!!! We took this class as a family: 2 adults, a 12-year old, and a 13-year old, and it was perfect! The chefs had everything ready for our class when we got there ... they explained what we needed to do and then we did it! We loved that it was hands on and that they were there to guide and answer all our questions. The food was DELICIOUS! We enjoyed the class and the meal immensely!
Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing! Took my boyfriend for his bday and we both loved the experience, they made his day special and were amazing hosts. Highly reccomend!
Chefs Vivian and Michi were very welcoming, pleasant and accommodating. This was my first cooking class and I enjoyed every minute of it. Everything turns out so good.
Bought the experience for my girlfriends birthday and was blown away!!! Chef Vivian and Michi were very professional and fun. Exceeded all expectations and will definitely be recommending to all friends and family looking for a fun date night.
Chef Michi & Chef Vivian were very personable and charismatic. Inclusive of the cooking skills and expertise, they are a natural joy to be around and making cooking fun! We definitely enjoyed our experience .
Chef Vivian and Michi were so delightful and did a great job guiding our group through the recipes! The food was delicious and it was great to learn a bit about Hispanic culture and heritage while cooking. I got some great cooking tips to use with future meals too!
The cooking class was so fun and the dish we made was absolutely delicious. So glad I got to try something new and learn from experts about a dish that is meaningful to them!
The class was so fun, hosts were so nice and checked in multiple times with us along the way to make sure we were doing alright. The recipes made were very easy to adapt for my vegan diet. Would highly recommend!
Vivian and Michi are so much fun! This class was truly spectacular. We wanted them to hang out with us all night! We made sushi two times after this class. Please take it because you won't regret it.
Absolutely phenomenal food!!! Fantastic people as well! My wife and I had such a fantastic time!! Will definitely be seeing Chef Vivian and Michi again!! What an absolute pleasure it was!
Class was so fun and definitely taught me a new dish. My husband loved the noodle dish. Only thing I would say is I struggled to keep up a bit. The class moved pretty quickly and once I turned on the vent hood to keep the smoke away it became a bit harder to hear the class. (Maybe one suggestion is to tell the participants to cut the veggies and prep equipment before the actual class.) But overall it was really great. I enjoyed it thoroughly!
Vivian and Michi were great in pacing the class and engaging each team member. They provided helpful tips on substitutes and cooking tricks. It was a great class!
Vivian and Michi were wonderful! They came to our apartment to do the Mediterranean and Spanish Fusion meal and the entire experience from start to finish was excellent. They are extremely personable, professional, kind, considerate of our home/kitchen space (wore masks), and you can tell that they truly love and enjoy what they are doing. They were accommodating of last-minute changes we wanted to make to the meal and very much let us take the lead in how much we wanted to help hands-on. Not to mention they cleaned up the entire kitchen while we ate the meal. We would (and already have) recommended them to our family and would absolutely book an experience with them again!
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were incredible! They made the experience a great one. My husband and I had a wonderful time. The food we made was delicious! We will be back!
If you are looking for a "treat yourself" kind of experience or a fresh date night idea, I highly recommend booking Private Chef Vivian and Michi. Chef Vivian and Michi's place was setup perfectly for a small cooking class. They have a great energy and know Italian food :) We laughed and learned as we made pasta from scratch, delectable carpaccio & and sauces. I learned how easy it was to make delicious sauces in no time. We had a great time and left full and with leftovers to enjoy the next day. I would definitely do another class with Chef Vivian and Michi.
I planned for something different for my wife’s birthday this year. We usually celebrate at our favorite restaurant but felt this year should be different. I’m glad I found Cozymeal as we had the pleasure to meet Chefs Vivian and Michy! Both very professional and personable. Everything was perfectly planned on their behalf and made cooking fun and easy! Highly recommend.
Chef Vivian and Michi we're awesome!! They were not only excellent instructors but they were also very friendly. They traveled to our home for the class and were prepared with everything we needed, it could not have been easier. They made sure we were involved in the class for each step and that we were satisfied with our meals. They are truly talented, we would definitely recommend them for your next cooking class.
Perfect experience for date night! Vivian and Michi were fun, engaging, and extremely knowledgable. We really appreciated how they broke down the recipes and techniques to encourage us to bring this into our every day life. Its a joyful experience to watch them work together and share stories of their food and travel. Would absolutely book again!
i loved the class very much. they were terrific and i learned so much that i will take with me and keep using. the only recommendation is the shopping list. it called for 7 cups of rice which was over triple what was needed and the fish amounts were a bit vague and therefore triple was purchased. the fish will ber used but it was too much for the recipes. overall it was a fantastic experience
Really enjoyed it. Highly recommend. Just need to tweak the shopping list to make more clear what is needed. A photo of the meat on a plate as shown at the beginning of class would have been a big help.
They are such wonderful chefs and instructors! Very patient and helpful throughout the entire experience. Would 100% participate in another one of their classes and recommend to a friend!
Chefs Vivian and Michi created a warm and delightful cooking experience. As they modeled preparation of each dish, they added extension ideas, cultural and historic tidbits and personal experiences. They continually checked-in with participants to see how they were doing and praised our efforts. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience and delicious creations!
Chef Vivian and Michi were phenomenal! They’re very knowledgeable about the food and how to prepare it - and make doing it fun in the process! I would highly recommend them for a night of sushi making fun - with plenty of leftovers to spare too.
Chef Vivian and Michi hosted an amazing class, they kept the class moving along but made sure everyone was understanding each step. I would definitely take a class with them again!
We had such a fun evening making sushi and the crab miso salad! The instructors were clear communicators, helpful and very encouraging. We’ve probably done a handful of Cozymeal classes but this was our best yet!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Chef Vivian and Chef Michi ! My wife and I truly enjoyed every moment learning how to authentically make sushi and it was an amazing experience from beginning to end hands down. We will definitely be seeing them again. You will not be disappointed ???
Amazing experience learning the secrets about sushi with Chef Vivian and Michi. Their teachings are easy to follow, and we enjoyed every minute. I would recommend taking a class with them. Definitely worth it!
It was a pleasure to meet both Vivian and Michi, they were very knowledgeable, and and amazing chefs, I would highly take there class again. Thank you for such a great time.
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were the most delightful hosts and we had so much fun learning how to cook Mediterranean Paella!
The charming setting at their cute house, their attention to detail, their enthusiasm and their sense of humor made for a great experience!
We will come back for PERUVIAN cuisine!
Five stars!
Eric and Teo
Chef vivà and michi were great!! So welcoming and informative. Great teachers, we can’t wait to make the paella and tiramisu for our friends and family!
We really enjoyed the cooking class. Some of the ingredients were very difficult to find, so our guests bought other items that were similar and improvised.
Amazing way to get a virtual work team to bond! Chef Vivian and Michi were very engaging and fun. They took their time and explained every step perfectly. Thank you for a fun night!
WHAT AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE! Chefs Vivian and Michi were incredible hosts, chefs, and instructors? The session was hands-on and on and lots of fun, plus, the food was delicious. We went for our anniversary and we're already looking for another reason to book another session.
We really enjoyed the cooking class. The instructions were simple and intuitive, and the recipes were simple but with a palette twist that was pleasing to the palate, just what you'd want from a basic class. It was really fun drinking and eating with the chefs, hope to see them soon, Yuval and Michal.
Michi and Vivian were incredible teachers. This was such a fantastic experience, we will be sure to do another class with them. I cannot recommend them enough. 10 stars out of 5.
Great class, and definitely a tasty end result. It was nice being in a small class so no one got left behind and we were able to interact a lot with the chefs, as well as learn about their backgrounds. I had messaged the chefs prior to the class to see if they had any vegetarian option recommendations and didn't receive a response, which was fine in the end, but a little frustrating.
We had an excellent meal and experience with Chef Vivian & Chef Michi. Their class was explained beautifully and the recipes were delicious! Very professional!
What an amazing time! They were so patient…even for people who need a little extra instruction! This was a birthday present for my boy friend, we did it together and had an absolute blast! It was so much fun to work together and the recipes were OUTSTANDING!! Definitely adding the margs and guac to our pool days!! Would definitely do another class with them!
Super fun! Chefs were great, so sweet! My husband loved it! We learned a lot, and had an awesome meal with our kids, who were very impressed with dinner! Thank you!
I've made sushi before but I learned some valuable tips in this class! Both Vivian and Michi are knowledgable and personable. After the class, I had ingredients left so I made more of everything and my husband and I had a sushi feast at home! It was totally worth it and I'll definitely take their class again!
Chefs Vivian and Michi were so kind, hospitable, and friendly! We made ramen from scratch, and it was delicious! Their passion and knowledge for teaching others how to make delicious food made our class enjoyable and fun. We will definitely be cooking with them again!
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are great. My wife and I had a great time. They made delicious sushi for us to eat. We highly recommend them to anyone looking an intimate experience to interact with the chefs making your food.
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi exceeded our expectations! We recommend them to anyone looking to host a dinner party or learn some new techniques in the kitchen. We can’t wait to book them again!
Had such a great experience with Chef Vivian and Michi. They were very professional, friendly, and clean. I would highly recommend taking a class with them! Everything was delicious and they added some nice surprises to our meal
We had such a great time with Chefs Vivian and Michi! Definitely the best ramen we’ve had and they made the experience so much fun. Will definitely be taking more of their classes.
This was the best experience. Vivian and Michi were super sweet and explained every step perfectly. I know I can use what I learned home. Looking forward to going to another class.
We had an amazing time learning from Chef Michi and Chef Vivian! They are super talented sushi artists that make authentic dishes feel easy. We were having so much fun, we didn't realize how much food we had made by the end. We were stuffed, and still had leftovers. I felt like we were cooking with two friends. Would definitely recommend and will most definitely do it again.
What an amazing and intimate experience! Chef Vivian and Chef Michi went above and beyond to make us feel at home,It was a good balance of fun and education .
I highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a great experience. The chefs were extremely knowledgeable and we had some great conversations around food . My wife and I really enjoyed our time with them . Thank you Chef Vivian and Chef Michi
Our group LOVED our Peruvian experience with Chef Vivian and Michi. They provided great direction and guided us through the prep of 3 great recipes while sharing stories about Peru. Thank you both!!
Vivian and Michi were wonderful teachers during our class. My girlfriend and I had an excellent time cooking with them and loved all of the food we made, especially the tiramisu!
This was our first time using Cozymeal and what an exceptional experience it was. Chef Vivian and Michi were over the top amazing. They were very nice and helpful with everything. They taught us how to make great sushi rolls! Their instructions and fresh ingredients made it easy and simple to learn and follow along. The atmosphere was inviting, their home was very humble and quaint. The backyard offered an exquisite ambiance which was perfect for enjoying our incredible sushi menu. The whole experience was 5 star plus, thanks to 2 incredible and talented chefs. We are so glad we had this experience and look forward to doing it again! Highly recommended! A must-do for anyone!!!
I really enjoyed this class. This was our first time with Cozymeals.com and a great experience! We're looking forward to signing up for more classes in the near future.
You could tell during the class that the chefs really cared that all the participants were successful, and I certainly was. I am happy to have learned a new skill and look forward to making sushi again in the future. My only complaint is that the quantities of ingredients that we needed were not very clear. This may just be due to the formatting of the website, but I calculated that I needed 3 avocados by going through the recipes one by one, and then we only used 1 avocado in class. I would have appreciated a succinct PDF with a shopping list for the entire class, rather than different lists for each recipe.
This was our 3rd Cozymeal online cooking class experience and by far our favorite! Chef Vivian and Michi were personable, super friendly, and gave very clear directions. They demonstrated everything beautifully, the class flowed very well and at the end we were surprised and delighted that we had made 3 different sushi rolls and a salad in such a short amount of time. I felt like a professional!
Small tech issue- there after a brief hiccup at the beginning where participants weren't muted so we could only see whoever was speaking and not the directions she was providing, and it was a little challenging to hear them at times.
Looking forward to taking more classes with Chef Vivian and Michi! Thank you!
Excellent class! Very interactive. Chef Vivian and Michi explained things well, offered substitution suggestions, checked in with everyone individually, and were even willing to stay after class to help people.
Could not have asked for a more informative, fun and engaging class! Would totally recommend Vivian and Michi to anyone interested in learning more about sushi and sushi making!!
It was super fun... definitely going to go back and do more classes with them! Loveeeed everything, and it was such a cool experience to cook in their home for a real cozy feel. It was a nice class, with only one other student. So cool to be taught by professional chefs! The nicest, most welcoming people!
Chef Vivian and Michi were wonderful teachers and made sushi making fun. They’re well experienced and made me feel comfortable trying something new. They came to my home prepared with all the ingredients and tools necessary, taking any pre-work out of the equation. I would definitely recommend their sushi workshop.
We took this class a while back. Chef Vivian and Michi were wonderful. Under their direction we made fabulous sushi, soup and salad. They did not rush us and were very eager to answer our questions. It was most definitely a fun time!
This made an amazing Christmas gift for my dad! We had an awesome time cooking, and an even better time eating our creations! The class was fast paced, yet easy to follow and so much fun. I would definitely do it again!
Such a wonderful experience! The chefs were very encouraging and helpful the whole way through! And the resulting meal was absolutely delicious! My wife and I had an amazing time, and look forward to more classes in the future!
We really enjoyed our evening class from Chefs Vivian and Michi, their lessons were perfectly digestible. Not only that but the meal we prepared was delectable and the table they prepared for us was serene and romantic! Thank you for inviting us into your lovely home!
This experience was so amazing. Chef Vivian and Michi have a wonderful home and are both so inviting, warm, and knowledgeable. I could not have asked for a better experience! This is great for a date or as a gift. I went with my best friend and we can't wait to show everyone what we've learned.
Chef Vivian was so pleasant, patient and a delight during the class. Really enjoyed this class and feel we will be more comfortable trying to make sushi in the future!
My best friend and I had a wonderful time! It was our first time making sushi! Chef Vivian was very patient, answered our questions, and explained each step multiple times! A wonderful time!
We loved our private event with chef Vivian and Michi! They made it so fun for our bachelorette party group of 8! We were chaotic but they were both so patient and helpful walking us through everything!! The tacos and margaritas were amazing!
Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing! They made our anniversary an amazing experience, we learned the yummiest recipes and I will 100% recommended to anyone looking for a private at home cooking experience! Thank you guys for making it very memorable
great energy and good suggestions - easy menu / few ingredients - I would like to see the food more - the cut up food and the food that is cooking to take a mental picture and to ensure I'm doing mine correctly as I'm cooking along - thank you!
My son and I had a fabulous experience with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi. We made sushi rolls, soup and a sweet potato dessert. They were very knowledgeable and very nice. A+++++ for having so much patience with my 11 year old. We enjoyed our cooking class and highly recommend!
Chefs Vivian and Michi are very fun and engaging. They met with our team organizers ahead of time to review the private course and readily shared additional secret recipes to make our event even more memorable. Highly recommended!
What a fun and enjoyable experience. Both chefs were personable, and knowledgeable. And hubby and I learned a few tricks and tips during the process. Proving even an well seasoned cook like myself can always learn something new in cooking. ??
Vivi and Michi were wonderful! We had a great time and we learned a lot!!
The food was amazing, premium ingredients, and I even want to start cooking!!!
Highly recommend this experience.
Carola
We had a wonderful time ! The experience is more than what you would expect. We had fun while we learn and then eat the wonderful creations we could not believe we made :)
We hope to come back for another class! Highly recommended!
Vivi and Michi were wonderful! They went above and beyond to make our evening special. The food was amazing, premium quality ingredients, and we learned so much :)
They did a great job! We did this as something different for a date night. And we are so glad we did. Our meal turned out delightful. Unfortunately, we had internet issues and the class ended a little early for us. But the chefs were so kind and slowed down for us when we hadn't prepped a few things, but kept the rest of the class moving. Our entire meal tasted great and we had a lot of fun while doing it!
Fantastic experience! Chef Vivian and Michi are knowledgable and great teachers, and they did an amazing job keeping the entire class engaged. It was a lot of fun!
This experience surpassed my expectations! Chef Vivian and Michi are a sweet couple that welcomed us into their cozy home for a fun learning experience. Everything seemed a lot more simple than we imagined and boosted our confidence in art of sushi making. It was truly delicious and a great experience. We'll definitely do it again.
Terrific experience from start to finish with Chefs Vivian and Michi. Fun, relaxing, learning environment that was perfect for our first Sushi making experience. Highly recommend!
Awesome experience! The whole environment and experience was super welcoming. We had a lovely time there as date night. Strongly recommend you trying this experience! No cooking skills needed really. Hope you have as much fun as we did!
We had an amazing time! Not only was the food delicious and fun to make, but Chefs Vivian and Michy are so incredibly nice and genuine. We feel like we have made friends for life!!
This class was awesome! My friends learned how to make great Steak, I made wonderful mahi mahi, and my husband learned the fine art of making margaritas.
Great experience , friendly , clean , and informal. Made us feel welcomed. Learning experience was awesome . I would highly recommend to try this experience with them. No regrets
Chef Vivian and Michi hosted a wonderful experience! The menu was delicious! I loved trying something I NEVER would have tried on my own just following a recipe. And it was fun to bond with people across the country over our love for Schitt’s Creek!
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were incredible! They taught 6 teenagers how to make sushi and did it all with a smile. We all loved this experience and highly recommended them. Definitely will be hiring them for many future events. â¤ï¸?
Vivian and Michi are amazing!!! This is the second class we have done with them and it is always a good time. The recipes are delicious and they do an amazing job at explaining
This class was so much fun! I booked a private class for myself and my family, and it was a great experience to hang out with them (virtually) and learn how to cook a new dish. Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were true professionals and they made the whole cooking process super simple for us to follow. They were engaging and interactive with everyone, and their input made our appetizers turn out so delicious! Would recommend this class & these chefs to anyone thinking about the on-line class. 5/5 stars easily!
Thank you so much chefs for another amazing, fully interactive, delicious, and happy class! I highly recommend once again this class for anyone! Will most definitely be taking a third class with the wonderful duo. Food Network, you need to give these two their own show!
Excellent online experience for a team of 30 people! We have been looking for engaging and fun ways to connect online and we hit a home run with this experience. Making Sushi is very challenging but Chefs Vivian and Michi are great at both providing all the prep instructions prior to the class and walking the team through each step to achieve success! I was also impressed with how Vivian checked in on each person while making or assembling the roles to ensure everyone was able to complete the task. She used every person's name and kept everyone engaged. I would highly recommend this experience for groups of any size. Personally I was delighted to be able to complete 8 Sushi Rolls (Rainbow Rolls, Spicy Tuna Rolls, California Rolls and Vegetable Hand Rolls). I am not a cook so I had my doubts but Chefs Vivian and Michi made it possible.
How much fun!! My daughters would be proud and one of them tasted my rainbow roll and said it was delicious. First time making sushi and i will continue to do so. Thank you for making it seem so easy.
This was so fun! Chef Vivian and Michi were amazing and walked us through every step. We learned so much and had such a good time we already booked another class with them!
The experience that Vivian and Michi provided was nothing short of incredible. They made us feel comfortable immediately and took the time to really explain the process of making the food on the menu. The food was INCREDIBLE, seriously, it was amazing.... They provided the necessary ingredients and the whole process was as smooth as could be. The two of them are extremely personable and engage in conversation that really makes the experience that much better. All-around, would absolutely recommend and looking forward to booking another experience with them.
We had an amazing time with Chefs Michi & Vivian! They were excellent from start to finish, walking us through each step of sushi making and the secrets to perfect tempura! They also catered the menu to our dietary needs & restrictions with such care & detail. In addition, they went above & beyond to make sure we were fully prepared for the class. Their personal touch and expert guidance made for a failure free night of sushi and fun that gave us the tools to make sushi on our own the very next day. Can't wait to take another class with them! Thanks again Michi & Vivian.
Very friendly and recipe was simple yet delicious. Although some parts could have been sped up or more catered to the audience as majority were meat eaters but a lot of time was spent doing vegetarian dish.
Chef Vivian and Michi were fantastic and the food was SO GOOD! I was not sure what to expect, but this was a great date night in. I will definelty be using their recipies again and looking into more classes.
My online cooking experience with Chefs Vivian and Michi was outstanding ! Right from the start, the chefs reached out to me with a nice message and all the prep that needed to be done prior to the class. Their energy and passion for what they do shone through the entire class! I enjoyed all of the tips and tricks they mentioned that I will definitely use in the future and how they were willing to give any recipes that were wanted! I also loved how the chefs went at a pace where everyone could follow along easily as well as checking in on everyone frequently. Overall the margarita and tacos were divine and scrumptious. Thank you chefs for a great time!! I highly recommend this experience and will be booking with them again soon!
Chefs Vivian and Michi were so warm, friendly and talented! The recipes were easy to follow (and delicious!) and they tailored the class to fit the needs of their audience by adjusting the speed or providing additional explanations/guidance as needed. This was a fun experience for our family and the virtual option meant that we were able to take a class with these wonderful chefs despite the fact they are in Florida and we are in Minnesota. I would highly recommend Vivian, Michi, and the Cozymeal experience!
Absolutely loved the sushi making experience! Vivian and Michi were fantastic instructors. They were patient and made it a really fun. Looking forward to trying out their other classes.
The Tacos and Margaritas class was so fun! We took the class as a team building event with my co-workers and had a great time, enjoyed our food and drink and learned great techniques from Chef Vivian and Michi. Thank you for a great experience!
Our sushi class was amazing! Chefs Vivian and Michi were so patient with everyone and made all of us feel welcome and successful. Fantastic team building!
I enjoyed the experience. I had a tough time hearing/understanding the chefs but that may have been my set up. The instructions, recipes and event were great.
We truly enjoyed our virtual cooking and mixology experience with Chefs Vivian & Michi! They were so helpful and flexible in the planning ahead of our event. On the day of our event, they were early and welcomed everyone joining the virtual event by name! They were friendly, professional, and had a great presence in this virtual setting. They checked in with our staff as we went along to make sure everyone was making the food/beverage together and addressed any questions along the way. They had great personality and helped build community among us through this event! We made delicious Mai Tais and also a mocktail version. We learned how to make stir fried Asian vegetables and learned how to make gyoza dumplings along with a yummy sauce! Much appreciation to Chefs Vivian & Michi! We would definitely recommend this virtual experience and hope to work together with them again in the future!
I thoroughly enjoyed my recipe. Chef Vivian and Michi were kind and made sure everyone had completed the steps before moving on. The flavors were amazing, and I cannot thank them enough for giving me this jewel recipe! Thanks Chef!
My husband and I loved the class! Chef Vivian and Michi were friendly and very good at engaging the class. The recipes were easy to follow and they made sure everyone was caught up before moving on. And, the food was delicious! It was a perfect date night activity.
This is our third, maybe fourth, experience with Chefs Vivian and Michi, and it definitely won't be our last! They're forethought and genuine love for their craft and their audience yield an incredible and unforgettable experience - thus our return bookings! They're fun, they're knowledgeable, and they'll leave you with hands on experience and confidence to whip up delicious treats in your kitchen on the weekly! Thanks again for sharing your skill with us, Chefs! You're appreciated!
We had the best time! Vivian and Michi made our family cooking class a blast. They made us laugh and have fun. They made it easy to follow. We will be cooking these recipes again!
We had a lot of fun, and enjoyed the class. As did our guests and friends. The Recipes were relatively easy, and delicious. Learned some new techniques too. The class was very fast paced, and we had some difficulty hearing the instructions. Also, the Chefs were not particularly chatty, but were friendly, and helpful.
We really enjoyed this experience and had a lot of fun!. The food was delicious and Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were super cute and easy to work with! I would do this again!
Not enough time was allowed for cutting and preparing the veggies, etc., as we were not told to have all that done ahead of time, so I had to scramble to keep up with the pace of preparation because of that. Otherwise, it was very good and enjoyable, and I learned several things from their presentation.
My husband and I had such an AMAZING time celebrating his birthday! Chefs Vivian & Michi were such good instructors and made our event memorable and fun. They even packed up our leftovers to take home and added a little surprise in there for our daughter. We will definitely be back again, but this time we’ll bring the kids so they too can enjoy the experience :)
My husband and I had such an AMAZING time celebrating his birthday! Chefs Vivian & Michi were such good instructors and made our event memorable and fun. They even packed up our leftovers to take home and added a little surprise in their for our daughter. We will definitely be back again, but this time we’ll bring the kids so they too can enjoy the experience :)
Super fun experience, and I loved that the recipes are easy to follow. I've already made the pineapple salsa (delicious) a second time because we loved it so much! Chef Vivian's energy is great, and she taught us how to heat tortillas properly. I see many Taco Tuesdays at home in my future! Thank you Chef Vivian and Michi!
It was so much fun and Vivian was a great teacher! The only thing negative is the last dish we prepared, poor Vivian was t expecting it because cozy meal should have taken it off of her menu and didn’t! She went ahead and made it with us because we all had the ingredients, but we felt bad for her because she felt unprepared. She was great and handled it very professionally.
Outstanding! Chef Vivian and Michi were so instructive and fun! Made Mai tai cocktails, edamame with a fab garlic/ginger sauce, and gyoza (dumplings).....all were delicious, and coaching was spot on.
Thank you, Chef Vivian and Michi, for a fun foodie evening!
Jenny & Bill
That was so much fun! Since we can't be together in person, this was a very nice way to touch base with everyone while also enjoying good food together!
Chef Vivian and Michi were awesome. Very easy to follow, always making sure to go back and review their steps for making dinner. Really great personalities and had a lot of fun with them. And the food was fantastic.
It was a lot of fun! It would have been helpful if I had some of the things prepped ahead of time. I couldn't have stayed caught up without my husband's help.
A fun class and informational class. Living in AZ, we have a lot of experience with tacos, soft, hard shell, street tacos etc. When specifying tortillas for a class, it would be helpful to identify whether the tacos will be street tacos or otherwise and the size of tortillas to acquire pre class.
Chef Vivian and Michi were very friendly and helpful during our session. They were patient with people who didn't have ingredients. We would recommend they explain the steps a little better. I liked how they checked in with each person.
It was highly enjoyable and delicious!! Very good instruction and Q&A during class. Suggest indicating ingredient prep more clearly, eg julienne vegs ahead of time, liquid proportion for mushrooms liquid, keeping fish frozen until use, etc.
Thanks so much for hosting us! I truly felt like I was actually celebrating in person with my friends. The class was amazing!! I strongly recommend taking this class with these chefs, GREAT job!
My Cozymeal experience was amazing!!! We did the Sushi class for my friend's birthday, and we had a ball! Our chefs, Vivian and Michi, were a lot of fun and very knowledgeable. Everything was delicious! I will be using Cozymeal and most definitely using Chef Vivian and Michi again!
Absolutely incredible! Once again, Chef Vivian and Chef Michi delivered a 5 star experience! With two of their classes under our belts, we're still craving more! Not only do they make class exciting, they make you feel welcome and a part of their family. And dietary restrictions? No worries, these two are more than accommodating! They have it all: amazing recipes, flavors, and charisma! Thanks again! See you soon!
I thought the actual class was fabulous and fun!! I would have liked clearer instructions for what to buy- some ingredients were not on the list/ and clearer instructions on what to be done before class started. Also information telling us to cut the wrappers into circles in an earlier email not just right before class started. The recipes are delicious and the chefs were fun! We will definitely take another of their classses!
The class was very good. The instruction was as personalized as possible and Chef Vivian and Michi were extremely responsive and helpful. My only recommendation would be for the ingredient list to be provided as one comprehensive list for the course, as opposed to the ingredients-by-course; this made it a bit more work to make a shopping list.
Fabulous! Fun, easygoing, and knowledgeable chefs made this one of our best Cozymeal's yet! We look forward to many more experiences with Chef Vivian and Chef Michi! Thank you for guiding us through creating a flavor explosion!
Our group was based in Europe (British and Swiss) and thought it was brilliant - loved the technique for cooking the dumplings. Thanks chefs Vivian and Michi!
Super fun class***
They did a great job explaining everything and showed us how to do various things. Very clear and easy to understand. Great examples
Wow! The best edamame and pot stickers I’ve ever had! And I made them myself thanks to this class. And it was fun to start off making a yummy drink. For sure will be taking more classes from Vivian and Michi - fun and great instruction!
Went for our anniversary and loved this class!! Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a lovely couple with a lot of experience and everything they taught us to make was delicious! They had everything prepped and ready to go which streamlined the whole class and the recipes were easy to follow. Would definitely recommend to anyone thinking about doing this class. Thank you Chefs!
What a wonderful class Chef Vivian and Michi taught! Learning to make sushi by Zoom created more confidence as I was using my own tools in my own kitchen! Thank you Chef Vivian and Michi.
Chef Vivian and Michi are absolutely wonderful!!!! Since we were quarantined, I purchased this class as a surprise birthday gift for my Sushi roll loving 12 year-old daughter. They both provided thorough instructions to follow along with and were very patient with her through the whole cooking/creating process. She is so excited to finally make her own Sushi rolls (my pocket$ are excited too ?). Thank Chef Vivian and Michi for making this such a great experience for her! It was the cherry on top for her birthday!!
Chefs Vivian and Michi are experts in their fields! We had so much fun with them for a sushi-night over Zoom with friends, and we learned a TON. These two make a great team, are friendly, fun, and skilled. HIGHLY recommend for a creative evening of good times with friends.
A very fun and informational class. The chefs were easy to understand, patient, very knowledgeable, and had a good sense of humor. I liked the tidbits of information about different traditional Japanese techniques too. Would definitely take a class from them again!
My experience was good once I was able to log into the Zoom Meeting. There were some technical issues for me. However the content of the class was very good. The one thing that would really improve the delivery is a camera angle from above as well as in front of the chefs. It was difficult to see what was happening as well as keep up because by the time I could see what was expected they were moving on to the next step.
Overall though I really enjoyed the class and learned quite a lot. Never made Sushi or Handrolls before.
Thanks a lot for delivering great information and an enjoyable evening even if it was a virtual experience.
Great job! The food was great and the recipes easy to follow. The only thing I would change would be to find a way to make your screen visible at all times, or mute all attendees. Unfortunately, any time other attendees would talk, the screen would go to them in "speaker view" and we could not see what you were doing, so it was tough to make sure we were doing things correctly. And perhaps adding more to the prep list, like peeling the cucumber, peeling the carrots, and cooking the mushrooms beforehand. But this was really a fun experience, and I will recommend it to others!
We really enjoyed learning to make sushi with Chef Vivian and Michi! There were some technical difficulties but the chefs got us back in the mood for cooking with sake bombs. We will be making sushi again at home using the skills we learned.
Chef Vivian and Michi were incredible teachers! We had a blast learning how to make sushi. They were both so kind and patient and had an positive fun attitude that was contagious. It seemed like everyone had a really fun time. It was a great way to do something fun and mix things up.
Vivian and Mich created a unique and memorable experience for us. They are two awesome chefs that made their house feel like home. The recipe was simple to follow and very delicious. We are very grateful.
I enjoyed the class but would have appreciated more comprehensive directions. There was no time during the class to take notes so now I just mostly know the ingredients.
The Chefs were not professional in the way they held the class. I ended up just following the recipe because the chef was not clear in what they were saying
I gifted this experience to a family member and they loved the actual online experience but the details to prep for it were very confusing. I think if the details were clearer, I’d give it 5 stars. Also, some of the recipe items are difficult to find so if it were possible to provide kits with all the recipe items, that’s something I would definitely pay for. It would make the customer’s experience so much easier. Just an idea! Thank you to Chef Vivian and Michi!
Things were too rushed and felt frenetic! We didn't get the details of the recipes, e.g. did not know to add soy sauce and sugar to the mushrooms. I ended up throwing those away and they cost us $5.00. With smoke alarms going off, fans going, rushing to open windows and the dog
The class was fast paced and it felt like a lot of the stuff was expected to be done ahead of time. In other Cozymeal classes we have enjoyed learning tips from the chefs as we cooked along with them. Also, we were disappointed that the Margaritas were made with a mix.
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