Had the pleasure of working with Maria for my daughter's Sweet Sixteen birthday party. Introduce to…read moreMaria through 904 Picnic Co who was providing the luxe picnic set up for the party. Maria provided strawberry lemonade, water, sandwiches, and meat/cheese boards for the party. Everything was delicious and fresh! It looked beautiful with the 904 Picnic Co set up. Reviewing her website she does have many catering options. If you have a special event from date night to a large event definitely consider Maria!

Maria was fantastic from start to finish. Planning a surprise dinner for my family while on…read morevacation couldn't have been easier. Maria was great in creating a menu(around dietary needs), cooking with two young kids and letting them help, and pleasant to speak to. Not to mention the food was unbelievable. Look no further, you've found the chef you need.

This is an amazing experience and if you get the opportunity I highly recommend. We did the pasta…read moremaking class and could not have loved it more. My husband and I love to cook so this was perfect to help build our skills and learn something new. The set was perfect and the food turned out fantastic. Thank you chef for answering all our questions and being patient with us.

From the owner: Cozymeal is an award-winning provider of cooking classes, private chef services, food tours and…read moreteam building activities with local chefs and food tour guides in Jacksonville. Consumers as well as small and large companies use us regularly for all their culinary needs, from couples cooking classes to team building activities to bachelorette parties to private dinners.

My kids had a great time at Jax Cooking Studio. The class was informative, fun, and kid-friendly…read more The facility was clean and it's always nice to support a local small business. It's a bit pricey, but the experience was enjoyable and memorable for the kids. Great place for any and everyone! Date night, solo time, family outings, girls day, whatever... it's a solid experience.

Chef Carl, along with his sous chef and dishwasher were professional, experienced and patient as he…read moredemonstrated techniques and offered handy tips while preparing courses and kept all the cook stations tidy. A misunderstanding about attendance was quickly resolved and we began our evening. This meal was a requested duplicate from a few months back using bourbon and it was very very good. Demonstrations have live feed camera and you can watch screen, if you cannot get up to the counter! Would highly recommend. A great experience with group or date night too!

Insider secret bring your own wine. Most fun you can have…read morewith your clothes on. Been to this place 4 times now, unfortunately moved to Tennessee so too hard to get there now. Experienced going to the morning market to pick out fresh ingredients for hour meal. This class was more of a demonstration class than actual cooking and you are served by a professional chef what could be better. Also he is a comedian that perhaps should be playing a part at a comedy club. In closing I hope I can get back there someday, absolutely wonderful experience.

Trying to find a cooking class in the area was challenging. I was looking for a hands on class but…read morefor the weekend that I wanted, nothing was available. I settled on a demonstration class with Chef Thompson. The menu for that Saturday night was "Low Country Cuisine", which included a roasted butternut squash salad with goat cheese, smoked bacon, and pickled red onions; Mayport shrimp and Carolina clam perlou; and a winter citrus "french toast" with pear coulis and limoncello whipped cream. Given that my friend is allergic to seafood, I asked about a beef or chicken option substitute and the chef was very accommodating! He added skirt steak to the menu. When we arrived around 5:30 pm for the Saturday class, a group of three was already there. The chef offered wine and water as we settled into the counter-height directors chairs to watch him prepare a delicious meal. Chef Bill is a natural teacher. He seamlessly cooked, talked about the food and the inspiration behind some of the dishes, and interacted with us. The smells, the tastes, and the whiffs of food were incredible! He definitely knows what he's doing! About 2 hours later, we were ready to eat. Chef Thompson set up a buffet for us and we were encouraged to fill our plates and to get seconds. There was more than enough food. This was definitely a five star experience but my OCD with germs drops it down to four stars. I'd have just liked to see a little more hand washing as he was touching his face and other items around the kitchen as he was cooking. But, that was a minor issue and one that I'm sure only I noticed. If you're looking for a little something different for a dinner date or for an activity with friends, check out this culinary institute. You'll be in for a delicious meal that night and with the recipes and tips that you'll get, you can recreate the meal at home too.

Sur La Table is a whole experience!…read more Sur La Table was such a vibe! This class ended up being one of the absolute highlights of my trip to Jacksonville. My friend and I had the time of our lives, and it honestly felt like the perfect mix of learning, laughing, and connecting. One thing I loved most was how inclusive the whole experience is. Everyone gets a role, everyone gets involved, and you naturally end up chatting with new people. We met the sweetest couple and clicked instantly--it felt like we'd known them forever. Such a great way to build community while doing something fun. Quick note for anyone with dietary restrictions: I don't eat meat, and this particular class featured steak. They let me know that if I had called ahead, they would've happily made accommodations. So if you have allergies or restrictions, give them a heads‑up! They're extremely accommodating, which I really appreciated. We booked the Chef's Table date night class, and the menu was incredible. We made homemade gnocchi, a fresh salad, and a strawberry‑thyme sorbet that was a 10/10. The whole meal was simple, approachable, and taught in a way that made even "fancy" dishes feel doable at home. I left feeling inspired and ready to recreate everything in my own kitchen. Huge shoutout to our chef--he was from South Florida, and although I can't remember his name, he deserves all the praise. He explained everything clearly, shared a bit about himself, made everyone feel comfortable, and kept the energy fun and collaborative. His team and the store staff were just as amazing--kind, helpful, and genuinely excited to be there. From the safety walkthrough to the hands‑on techniques, everything was thoughtful and well‑organized. I'm already looking forward to coming back and doing it all over again. Thank you, Sur La Table, for such an unforgettable experience!

Luis led an amazing class for us!! We ended up being the only 2 people to book a Sunday night…read moreclass, and it made for a super personal and special experience. Luis was very knowledgeable, hands on, and engaging. It also felt very tailored to our experience level, as sometimes he would give more directions and less at other times. And, most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious. Our roasted chicken was so so juicy and tender, the mashed potatoes were perfectly creamy, the salad dressing was divine, and the chocolate soufflé was light and rich at the same time. Oh, and Luis made us some garlic confit that was the perfect addition! We had so many leftovers to take home too. I cannot wait to take another class at Sur La Table!

Just delicious! Happened to be in the area, and we decided to grab lunch/ early dinner here at the…read morePalete, I have met Chef Vernetta a few times and she is the sweetest, I was very happy to see her and a few ladies inside ready to cook you up a meal. The menu is smaller which I like, my thinking, make a few things great instead of a bunch average....we ordered: *Chicken Alfredo- this was my favorite! the chicken is marinated on skewers and was so good! It was moist and flavorful, the pasta has a great sauce on it, served with sautéed rainbow carrots and green beans, loved this dish! *Crabcakes- 2 large crab cakes with the same veggies and roasted corn salad, yum, I always feel like crab cakes are a special meal! *Chicken over rice- this was that same marinated chicken skewers, served over yellow rice, with veggies, very good! I enjoyed each dish, and liked the concept of you pop in a pick up a gourmet meal to take home, I like to meal prep my lunches for the week and this place would be wonderful for that also!

Chef Vernetta is absolutely amazing!!! She catered my graduation party. She was able to create a…read moremenu that met the needs of my guest while providing delicious food that my guest continue talking about. Communication and billing was a smooth process and she and her team were very professional. If you haven't had the pleasure of trying Chef Vernetta's food you can order from her restaurant or sign up for a cooking class. I don't think you will be disappointed.

Delicious food from the nicest people! This was a Father's Day Pig Roast held at Mocama. I bought…read moremy tickets a week ago but the actual tickets go through Eventbrite but that system was having issues. I emailed Personal Cuisine to see what to do and I heard back almost instantly and they took care of things right away. We arrived at the start time but the food was running a little behind and Chef Alex was very apologetic. Totally unnecessary because we were happy to go get a table and our beverages first. They were up and running just 15 minutes behind schedule. The food was terrific and worth a wait! Our party of 6 couldn't agree on which was the best (pig, brisket, or chicken). I guess when it's all good, it's hard to pick a winner. The potato salad was great, too. I have a gluten allergy and Alex knew immediately what was and wasn't safe for me. And I had plenty to eat! In addition, it was a fundraiser for a local family.

Chef Alex is legit. I recommend stalking him on IG. I reached out because of Yelp reviews. I…read morecalled, he was so wonderful on the phone that we booked on the spot AND THEN I went to IG and was blown away just by the pictures of the food. I actually became hungry looking at the account. The staff are pleasant and personable. I cannot recommend them enough and it's no wonder they have 5 stars across the board!

This is hands-down the BEST bread I've ever tasted in my life It instantly took me back to growing…read moreup in Europe, where every loaf felt like a warm hug from home. This solopreneur baker pours so much love and care into every single batch--the dough is alive with intention! All their products are beyond incredible: organic, fresh, rustic, and completely free of any additives, flavors, or chemicals. It's the kind of bread that reminds you what real food is supposed to be--healing, nutritious, and insanely delicious. Totally worth the price, especially when you see what the big brands are pushing out there (hello, glyphosate nightmares ). If you're craving authentic, soul-satisfying bread made by a true artisan, run--don't walk--to this gem. Supporting small solopreneurs like this is what keeps the good stuff alive!

This bread is the best sourdough I've ever had ... beats anything from NY or San Francisco let…read morealone St Augustine The loaves have a springy airy center and crunchy crust. Try the doughnuts too! Worth heading to one of his pop ups ... a true artisan baker and total gem of a little business