I signed up for The Naked Bite's "Quick Weeknight Meals and Variations" class last week. I am…read moretrying to incorporate more veggies into my diet, but knew I would need some help making them more exciting and flavorful. The class was a public class taught at Chef Amber's beautiful home, and I was joined by 9 other people eager to become more "green". Chef Amber was super personable, friendly, and clearly passionate about teaching us how to make healthy food that we want to eat, that is nutritious, and quick enough to put together for a weeknight dinner. I not only came away with 5 recipes I feel comfortable recreating on my own (and a multitude of variations, thank you!), but also picked up some knife skills, tips on kitchen utensils to use, tricks on how to store garlic and make my own veggie broth and so much more. Additionally, the atmosphere and vibe at Chef Amber's allows you to feel very comfortable asking questions, sharing life stories, cracking jokes (maybe that's due to the wine?), and overall having a ton of fun. I've already made a few of the recipes, Sunflower & Kale Pesto with Crudite and Kale Salad with Toasted Almonds, Avocado and Lemon Vinaigrette, for friends that we've had over and both received rave reviews. I highly recommend this class to anyone that is interested in eating great tasting food that makes you feel good. This class is not just for vegetarians! There were a few people in this class who had formerly shunned veggies and they came away the most excited about this experience. Can't wait to try out more recipes!

From the owner: The Naked Bite offers public and private cooking classes, as well as small event catering services…read more Our culinary style is plant-driven (though not exclusive) and integrates global flavors while focusing on local and organic ingredients. We believe that pure food is synonymous with enjoyment and overall health. If you are interested in adding some vibrant knowledge to nourish you and your family, our cooking classes or personal chef services are for you! If you follow a special diet such as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free, you'll find plenty of options here. Hope you're hungry; it's time to take The Naked Bite! ~Chef Amber Antonelli

This review is for Uroko, the fast-casual temaki spot right next to Tonari, their omakase concept…read more Uroko has been a reliable temaki lunch spot for me in Austin. They're super efficient, and if you get there early enough, the food comes out pretty quickly. They also usually have a daily specials menu, which is a great way to try more premium or fresh catches. Their temaki are made really well, with enough fish in each hand roll so that every bite feels balanced and delicious, which I really appreciate. My favorites are always the uni when they have it, the salmon with ikura, and the hamachi toro. Highly recommend Uroko for an affordable and satisfying temaki lunch.

Wait for food was about 30mins. Had the hamachi , sake toro, and Hama toro…read more Parking gets full on the weekends. Location is in a small food hall. Great for people who want to eat different things.

I took an online class through Zoom to learn how to make fresh baguettes and loquat jelly. It was…read morean adult class and I had my 17 year old son engaged as well, mostly because he wanted to impress his girlfriend. My son and I worked side by side on our own batches, watching and listening to chef Pascal as she walked us through the process. Bake Austin provided a way for my son and I to spend special time together during quarantine. Not only that, we learned a great deal and have become better cooks because of it. Since the class I purchased an oven thermometer and a scale. I leaned that my oven takes much more time than I thought to come up to temp! My younger son watched a recording of a brownie class from Bake Austin and made a batch of brownies. The next day he flipped through my cook book and made a 2nd batch of brownies. He's baked at least once per week since watching his first Bake Austin video. I think the video made him realize he could bake, and bake he has! During our strange quarantine period Bake Austin and Chef Pascal have been a bright spot in our lives. I'm incredibly grateful for their time and effort and I hope they receive enough paying customers to make it.

Chef Pascal offered donation based quarantine camps for the kids. They were an absolute blessing…read more My daughter is hyperactive she and doesn't entertain herself well. We have a house with five kids so that led to many fights. Chef Pascal's classes kept her focused on something she has been interested in since she was little. They kept her busy, planning, buying, organizing, and led to nice treats for the family. While not everything she made was easy or worked out, she learned to work through it and learned from the mistakes for next time. She has grown much more confident in her abilities and excited to try new things in the kitchen. We look forward to Bake Austin's summer camps and other future opportunities.

Participated in Wine and Food event at the sustainable Food Center. What a beautiful space for a…read moreclass. I would grab a spot if you see an upcoming events.

The SFC has this gorgeous new spot out on E 17th. Yes, all of those words go together. Though I was…read morejust there for a cooking class (Sauces 101) I would like to spend a little time understanding what else goes on in that facility. My class was about 15 people all looking to learn about the mother sauces. Frankly, I took this because a friend was taking it and why the hell not? But there were people there to really learn. Like, never touched a dish style. I was surprised that the class wasn't individual cooking stations but more like a watch and learn. There was some class participation but you're not making your own. That's the first thing to know. The second thing is that it's like being back in a legit classroom. There will be idiots, there will be knowitalls, there will be class clowns, there will be tedious questions and please repeat thats. Our instructor was so kind and patient with these people, long after I would have asked them to test the boiling oil please. I wouldn't pre-eat exactly... but I also wouldn't go starving. You may end up eating a full meal but I'd be prepared not to. After we made each sauce, they were poured over pasta in a little ramekin and distributed. The things I'd like to see included: -- a way to watch the chef without leaning over the table. A mirror? A flat screen? Something so she doesn't have to tilt the pot precariously. -- an email later with the recipes vs. the paper recipes to take home -- a big disclaimer for dummies that if you're going into a class to make sauces, they're probably not going to be vegan or gluten-free. Overall a good experience. I definitely learned some things and hope to apply them to my next big pot of mac n cheese.

I'll be perfectly honest with my review. The concept is understandable however if you are just…read morestarting or thinking about a career in food or hospitality then online is not for you. Do hands on. If you have been in kitchens for years like me then yes, apply. You will learn so many techniques. I guarantee you. Thank you Escoffier for a great experience!

VA/MILITARY STUDENTS BEWARE!!! Their process to certify your classes is non existent. The…read moreresponsibility falls completely on the student. The VA Department youre used to from other schools? Doesn't exist here. I've been to 4 schools, and this is the worst, most grossly inhumane experience thus far. As a student who DEPENDS on my benefits since the passing of my father, Escoffier has left me destitute. They do not care about your Military affiliation, nor do they have any resepect for your service to this country.

Adam was amazing!! He was super responsive throughout planning, arrived on time, cleaned up after…read morehimself, and the food was delicious!!! Would 100% book him again and recommend him to anyone looking for a chef!

Delicious! Chef Adam did heavy hors deouvres for a party we hosted, and they were all smash hits…read moreand gluten-free!

Super easy to book, loved the preset menus (made it so easy but hard to pick cause every option was…read moreamazing), our chef Jack was incredible & so fun. Made having a private chef not stressful at all & our group got to relax & hangout while we awaited a fantastic Fiesta meal!

If you've been thinking about booking a private dinner party, this is your sign!! I first booked…read moreHappy Cooking in December for my best friend's surprise Amalfi Coast-themed party, and we had the most amazing Mediterranean dinner. Chef Tony not only prepared an incredible meal but also hosted games and trivia, making it such a fun and memorable experience. It went so well that I booked Happy Cooking AGAIN--this time for my own joint birthday party with a childhood best friend. We chose the truffle mac, French onion baked potato, and steak, and wow... everything was so delicious! I can't rave enough about Happy Cooking. If you're looking for a personal chef to take your special occasion to the next level, Chef Tony has got you covered. Already looking for another excuse to book again!

Chef KC is amazing! She put together a very memorable dinner menu for my dad's birthday that…read morecatered to adults with a variety of dietary requirements while also making amazing food for the kids. My dad still claims the cheesecake, his favorite dessert, she made is the best he has ever eaten and most importantly, he still talks about the meal to this day. KC was great to work with and her culinary skill showed through. Perhaps, more importantly, she was extremely easy to work with and she is a delight. My family enjoyed having her as part of our celebration and you certainly will.

KC provided a wonderful and creative surprise dinner for my husband on his 50th birthday. She took…read moremy ideas, and his food preferences, along with all of our guests, and came up with a menu that delighted everyone! She even traveled out to our lake house in horseshoe Bay for the event as well and was flexible, responsive and very easy to work with Throughout the planning process and execution. I recommend K C highly, And we will definitely engage her the next time we have a special occasion!