Ok first off it's no wonder she's highly rated and tops yelp for "cooking classes for couples" - my…read morewife had asked about doing a cooking class for a date night so I did a little research. We had already attended the frys on shea baking night making scones where we just helped the chef... It was more an informational class to sit across the bar because I suppose their insurance doesn't allow you to really get involved there. Other courses in the valley are larger scale classrooms with more students where you won't get as involved and you may as well watch a video online for free. I have to say when I talked to Maggie about how the structure was and if we cooked or helped, I was happy to hear that her response was "oh, I give you an intro and sample how to make things but you're doing the prep and the cooking." She gave an intro that is great for beginners and culinary experts alike. Pay attention during her review of recipes though, because the rest of the class will be sharing your dish when you are done preparing it. The kitchen environment allowed for plenty of room for six people in our class to both cook and move around safely as well as plenty of preparation knives, cutting boards, measuring and mixing bowls, A beautiful set of all clad cookware and a gorgeous Viking 6 top gas grill. If you're concerned that it needs to be a professional kitchen for classes I'd say she and her husband setup the kitchen in a professional manner. My wife and I absolutely loved our date night, the prep work together and with the other classmates, and the food to top it off was awesome! My advice to this : Be hungry- there will be a ton of food to enjoy! Bring wine :) Take notes so you can make the dishes again at home. Thank you Maggie!

What a great experience!! My 13 year old daughter and I took a cooking class for Not So Traditional…read moreThanksgiving Side dishes. Maggie has such great life experience in the food industry. She taught us not just how to cook, but how to prep, basic knife handling, and an interesting way to prepare garlic. The first part of the class we all sat with our recipes and watched Maggie in the kitchen while she explained everything. Then we split into groups of 2 and tackled one recipe for each group. When we were done, our reward was the amazing food we cooked! Every dish complimented the others spectacularly. I cannot wait to make these again at home. Thank you Maggie for a lovely evening!

We have purchased oils from The Tree of Oil twice and we will be going back again soon. We are…read morealmost out. It's worth the 56 mile round trip to get quality olive oils. Our experience with The Tree and been great. We can order online and they will have the bottles ready for pickup that day. All of the various Oils and Balsamic's we have tried are excellent. We use them on many of our dishes. We always create a great Balsamic and Oil sauce to go with our pasta dishes and to dip our home made Focaccia. The two gentlemen that we've met at the store are veterans and they are both extremely personable and knowledgeable about all of their products. It's great to just go and taste the options they have.

A very nice assortment of flavored oils and vinegars. Good place for the cook who's looking to…read morechange up the taste of their foods a bit.

We had a great time at Taz's cooking class learning to make Korean food! To be honest, I'm not a…read morehuge fan of some Korean food - I'm just not used to some of the flavors (kimchi is a little odd to me). I do, however, love Korean BBQ. I was looking for a fun date night and stumbled upon Taz's cooking classes, which all seem to focus on different Asian themes. Mark H. and I have tried repeatedly to cook Thai and Indian curries without any success, so I signed us up for the Korean BBQ night. Little did I know that we would be cooking a Korean BBQ FEAST. We cooked for about 3 hours. Each recipe independently seemed manageable, but who eats a single item at a Korean BBQ? My favorite dishes ended up being the Korean potato salad and, of course, the meat. At the end, we sat together family-style and devoured massive quantities of delicious food that we'd all cooked together. Looking back on the night, there were so many recipes and tips and tricks that there's no way I can keep it all straight. Luckily Taz sent us home with a mini cook book of the recipes we had created! One of the biggest pluses of his course is that he focuses on the ingredients and where to find them - turns out our curries probably weren't going so well since we were getting all our ingredients at Fry's or Safeway. 10/10 will go back again for another night. Can't wait to learn how to cook a good Thai dish!

Had a fantastic afternoon where Taz taught us the secrets to cooking our favorite Thai meals at…read morehome. We had Covid tests prior to the class, Taz purchased all the necessary ingredients, he arrived on time with color printed recipe instructions for us to keep, and he expertly showed us the ropes. We had great conversation throughout the class, he graciously shared the culinary knowledge he's acquired through his world travels, and we enjoyed an absolutely delicious meal while Taz washed the dishes. He's a down to earth amazing chef, he's professional and courteous, we'll schedule another class with him, and he has our highest endorsement and recommendation. A+++

I have taken several classes with KitchAcademy and without exception, have not only learned what I…read moreneeded to learn to be succu, but also had a really fun time with Chef as well as the other students! My guy had even attended some of the classes with me and they are a really FUN date night! If you are looking to learn some new skills or just gain confidence, don't hesitate to attend! We have brought the recipes and skills home and have made homemade pasta (it's fun cuz you can stuff it with anything you like!) homemade pizza at home - WAY MORE BETTER than take out! Try it! You won't be sorry!! Chef has a real calling to teach and she is VERY good at it!! Plus, you'll meet new friends and some good laughs as well!!

We have taken a couple of classes, the sushi and the empanada classes, and we really enjoyed the…read morehands on training that we got from Chef Kristina. Her patient training and the resource materials that she gives the students, enable us to be confident in recreating all that she teaches. We enjoy her classes and we are scheduled to take her chocolate and her fondue classes coming up.

OMG!!! I just finished the Coconut Cashew Crusted Mahi class and I'm in heaven. The Mahi is cooked…read moreto perfection with Chef Therese instructions. All the sides, rice pilaf, roasted asparagus and mango pineapple salsa complement each other to make this dish perfection. Thank you again Chef!! This is not the best photo to show the plating of this meal because I couldn't wait to start eating.

A colleague recommended Sweet Moments for a local virtual Zoom cooking class and they did not…read moredisappoint - really fantastic quality ingredients and super fun experience!! You can see yourself and other folks who n Zoom video all cooking at same time in Phx Metro with Chef Therese out of Mesa. We prepared filet, crab stuffed lobster, asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Was absolutely delicious and learned some new tricks too. Will sign up for more!!

Best authentic Mexican in Mesa! This is a hidden gem! The green salsa is to die for! It's easy to…read morefill up on chips and salsa because they are delicious. But, save room for food. My husband and I split the large combo plate. It was excellent! We chose Christmas! Good choice! Servers are kind and efficient. I have already referred several people there. Feedback was a huge " thank you " because they all have enjoyed it.

Just left Chef Leo's Food Lab and we had so much fun! Highly recommend for a date night, a…read morecouple's evening out, girl's night out, team building or just because you want to experience something new. Chef Leo and his assistant were very nice and were always nearby if you had a question or needed help. EVERYTHING was delicious! And you get to take the recipes home. We did the Cooking with Bourbon class - a MUST. My husband and i plan on doing a Date Night class or the Seafood class. BYOB - that's a plus too.

I've taken multiple classes at Classic Cooking Academy over the years, and they never disappoint…read more Most recently, I completed their Asian cooking series--a six-week dive into the flavors of Vietnam, Korea, Japan, and Thailand. Every class was hands-on, delicious, and incredibly well-organized. Chef Andrew and Chef Jenny were fantastic--knowledgeable, fun, and great at breaking things down in a way that made everything approachable, no matter your skill level. The recipes were thoughtfully chosen, the ingredients were high quality, and the end result? Always something I was proud (and excited) to eat. It's the perfect mix of learning and fun. Whether you're looking for a night out with friends, a date night, or just something new to try, I can't recommend this place enough. I'll definitely be back--again and again.

Please note that this review is based solely on our experience with the Handmade Dumplings Class. I…read morecannot comment on the quality of any of the other classes or courses offered. Very disappointing experience. The class did not match the description at all. The fillings were pre-prepared, we didn't make the dough, and we didn't prepare any sauces. Bao buns, which were listed, were not included at all. Our only hands-on activity was filling dumplings, and even those were cooked by the staff while we were already seated. Several participants asked about dough making and Bao buns, and the chef seemed unaware they were supposed to be part of the class. For $85 per person, this was not a true cooking class and we didn't learn anything new.

I organized a group of 8 to participate in a "chef's walking tour." This was a private tour of…read morethree restaurants, with Alexis from Phoenix Palate planning everything for us. Alexis was extremely accommodating, the spots and menus she chose were terrific, and the wait staff gave us red carpet treatment at every stop. We go out to dinner a lot, but this was a unique, concierge food experience none of us will ever forget. So worth it!

I was in kind of a fix because my past caterer has started a restaurant and everyone I knew was…read morebusy. I was expecting 80 guests. I found good reviews for The Phoenix Palate and decided to take a chance. It worked out better than I expected. Alexis was easy to work with and the two chefs and three servers she sent were great. They were friendly, competent and showed up on time. The food itself was tasty and guests loved it. Alexis's menu has lots of interesting appetizers and her prices are reasonable. I would hire The Phoenix Palate again and I recommend Alexis without hesitation.

Chef Warren Weekes prepared the most amazing filet mignon dinner for our girls trip to Scottsdale…read more It was not only a spectacular meal, but he made for such a terrific experience. Highly recommend. Will definitely be doing this again in the future.

From the owner: Cactus & Sage Catering is special because we bring the refinement of resort-level dining into…read moreprivate events, blending over 30 years of executive chef experience with a warm, personal touch. Every menu is custom-designed, using fresh, seasonal ingredients and the latest culinary trends while honoring classic flavors. What sets us apart is not just the food—it’s the complete experience: private chefs preparing everything on-site, professional servers handling service and cleanup, and the reassurance that every detail is cared for so hosts can truly enjoy their event.