I hosted a cooking class of 20 with Chef Naveen and his team for the holiday and it was so. much. fun! We picked Indian cuisine. Chef Naveen was so responsive in the planning process and extremely accommodating of several allergies. During the class we learned so much about the food, seasoning and knife skills. Chef Naveen had sooo much energy. He kept us entertained and engaged the whole time. Which can be difficult with a crew of 20 + drinks. The food was delicious. The space was gorgeous and so clean. And his cooking tools were top of the line. If you are considering a class...just do it! read more

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Our group had a great time learning from Chef Amy and cooking together! The facility is clean and beautiful, and Chef Naveen was wonderful to work with leading up to the event. Highly recommend this experience for a fun evening with friends, family or colleagues! read more

Absolutely 5 stars for a cooking class that I hosted with 15 other chicago - based entrepreneurs. Super fun night. Chef Naveen taught us knife skills, along with 5 unique amazing recipes. We had a blast and will be back. read more

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Just went for the 3rd time. My mother and I enjoy taking Naveen's cooking class each year. Great for families, couples and work outings.

The BEST time!!! Naveen is absolutely amazing and you'll have the best time ever. You're so missing out if you book a class at Sur La Table vs Naveen's. The studio is gorgeous! BYOB and Naveen will provide the food and recipes and you're bound to have the best time cooking ever. Recommend for a date or buy out for a corporate event. read more

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10/10 would recommend Naveen's Cuisine for any occasion. Large group, small, date night, or whatever. It's an awesome experience. Chef Naveen is such an awesome guy and makes you feel welcomed immediately. His space is beautiful and the food is excellent. We will absolutely be back. read more

Went here for a work holiday party. Great experience for groups! The food is delicious.

I hosted a private event at Naveen's Cuisine for one of my corporate clients and everyone LOVED the experience. Naveen is so easy to work with and helps create a custom experience for you! Would highly reccomend! read more

Had our small group quarterly work outing with Naveen's Cuisine. It was a really great experience. Not only was the food delicious, but we had a wonderful time prepping and cooking the food we ate. Chef Naveen is so friendly and outgoing it made the experience even better. Definitely will go back for either date night or another work outing. read more

It was an amazing experience! Highly recommended! Our group was welcomed by Naveen and his assistants who had the kitchen and recipes ready. After explaining his background, cooking philosophy, and a description of the spices and ingredients, Naveen taught knife and prep skills for the dishes we were tackling. At first, I was intimidated by the ease with which he cut the ingredients as he demonstrated techniques, but as I cut and prepped ingredients, Naveen was right there to give advice and encouragement. The meal we made was delicious and easy to make. I learned how to make a wonderful meal shared with the group and Naveen. read more

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Recently re-visited Naveen's cuisine and once again had an amazing time cooking! The venue is a beautiful commercial style kitchen space that feels cozy and homely to conduct a cooking class in. We cooked Indian chicken tikka masala, bhindi (okra) and made roti's (i.e. Indian bread). Throughout the class, we learn various cooking lessons from how to hold and motion a knife properly, different types of masalas and chilis, to science of starch (in okra) and grilling techniques. He apparently also rents out the space for private events, so will definitely look into that in the future. read more

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Our group had an incredible time during our cooking class with Chef Naveen! The food was easy to make and came out AMAZING. The space was great and easy to navigate with a group of 10. Book the class!!! read more

We used Naveen for a corporate event of 8 and had an absolutely amazing experience. Venue is beautiful, hospitality was wonderful, food was the cooking was easy and food was delicious. I highly recommend Naveen and would go back again. read more

We had an absolutely outstanding experience at Naveen's Cuisine cooking class! The venue was beautiful--modern, spacious, and perfect for a group gathering. The recipes / food were delicious, and what truly made the evening was Naveen himself. He's a gracious host, so personable and great at teaching. He made the planning process so easy and seamless...and then the day of the event we just showed up, didn't have any hosting responsibilities, and were able to enjoy ourselves :) The class was fun, relaxed, and pressure-free--such a great way to celebrate my husband's birthday. All of our friends had a fantastic time and felt it was a truly unique experience. Couldn't recommend it more! Thank you Naveen and staff! read more

We had the best time celebrating my birthday at Naveen's. He's so welcoming, full of knowledge and fun. It's a super fun set up to enjoy eating and drinking with your friends while not feeling like you're in a stuffy class. 10 out of 10, highly recommend! read more

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Our group has had our holiday party (for groups ranging from ~22-32 people) for three years now, and it is amazingly fun. Naveen and his team arrange everything, teach us in a fun and accessible way, and the food is fantastic. The space is beautiful and perfectly suited to both cooking and mingling. It is a highlight of our holiday season, and we can't wait to do it again next year! read more

We had an amazing time learning to cook our dinner with Naveen in his spectacular space that made it so comfortable to cook and mingle with coworkers. 10/10!!! Would highly recommend!!! read more

What a great experience! My company's management team had an evening with Naveen and it was such a welcome break from the typical corporate dinner. By cooking and learning with Naveen's guidance, we got to know each other on a more human level... and had a lot of fun! read more

Our group had a blast cooking with Naveen! Venue is amazing, food was delicious, and Naveen is just icing on the cake. We booked a private session for 17 of us and had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the evening. Recipes were easy to follow and the staff made sure you had everything you needed. 5 stars all the way, highly recommend, we will be repeat customers! read more

Had the honor of getting to work alongside Chef Naveen and his great crew on Saturday night "work" party back in early December, 2022. (Two good friends splurged for about fifteen of us to take a cooking class together- a meet & greet while we created a delicious meal.) Drinks were served when we arrived in the spacious kitchen: a clean, open space, with plenty of room, and nicely decorated with fun colors for happy photographs. Chef Naveen and his team had everything ready for us; all we had to do was wash our hands and keep our sleeves off of our wrists. (Do dress accordingly if you're taking a cooking class) We also got a really great knife demonstration with some helpful tips prior to prepping our meal for the evening. Pro tip- you're probably doing it wrong at home... Chef Naveen was available and very approachable for questions, offered super helpful suggestions, and was just generally fun and hilarious the whole evening. We dined together at the end, all of us, and Chef's crew worked seamlessly in the background keeping everything moving for us. Thank you, Crew! An absolutely incredible experience- if you have never taken a cooking class, I could not recommend more highly Chef Naveen and his crew and kitchen. 10/10 stars. Also, Indian food for the win- you'll go home feeling like a rock star. Thank you, Chef Naveen! read more

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OMG!!! This was a beautiful experience. I love Naveen and his wonderful personality. His energy was invigorating. The food and the recipes were easy to follow and make. I will be back. read more

My family and I spent the afternoon learning Thai food with Naveen. He was fun, knowledgeable, charming, and incredibly patient with all of us. We all picked up some great tips and recipes from the day and enjoyed ourselves greatly. The food was delicious, the space was beautiful, and we all left looking forward to planning our next visit. read more

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Our office held a client event at Naveen's with about 30 people. Naveen and his staff did an amazing job of making the experience low stress and entertaining. Naveen showed us all some tips and tricks on how to work a knife and then broke us into groups. Everyone was set up with people they did not know so we could get some social time in while we worked on our dishes. As the food was finished we enjoyed it together, family style. Dietary restrictions are not a problem for Naveen and his staff because of the large selection of recipes we had to choose from. The favorite was the Ahi Tuna Wanton bites. Some other honorable mentions were the Thai Basil Tofu Wraps and the Beef Sheekh Kebabs. read more

We had a wonderful class with Naveen last night. Even though I consider myself a 'cook' I learned new cooking tips, knife techniques, and new and delicious recipes. All this is a modern kitchen and beautifully designed space. Thanks Naveen, for a wonderful evening! read more

This was my second visit to Naveen's Cuisine, and once again, it was an incredible experience. Naveen hosted a group of 15 for my birthday yesterday, and the day couldn't have been more perfect. The food was delicious, the kitchen and space were gorgeous, and Naveen's personality and hospitality were unmatched. It was a fantastic time. Thank you, Naveen, for making my birthday unforgettable! My friends and family are already looking forward to our next cooking session with you. read more

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Naveen hosted our team of 20 people for a recent team retreat to Chicago. Our team was joining from across the U.S. and Naveen and his team crafted an unforgettable experience! Not only was the food, vibe, and location incredible, Naveen was incredibly accommodating to our team in the planning process - he helped us craft the perfect menu. During the cooking course, his sense of humor and teaching style helped our team break the ice and jump into fun immediately. There were a few last minute changes to our plans that Naveen was able to accomodate, and he helped create a fun learning environment. The space itself is also unreal - the kitchen is huge and there is plenty of space to mingle, cook, and get to work - there is no detail that goes overlooked (the playlist was perfect for our team, BYOB available, clean space and plenty of bathrooms/hooks for bags). I cannot recommend this experience enough for your team, or for you personally! Thank you Naveen and team!! read more

Delicious food, extensive tips and learnings, beautiful space and top notch instructor! I'd highly recommend Naveen's cooking class and we're blown away by the dish we created an Indian curry: chicken tikka masala and roti. We fell in love with this dish here even though we don't usually enjoy it at restaurants. We'll be back for other classes! People who attended were lovely. read more

Went to Naveen's with my wife, was excellent. We had a group of 10, mixed with other couples and groups of friends. The space is beautiful and the set up & team make you feel like you're in your own home. It's also BYOB for those inclined to have a beer or wine. The class was insightful and fun, we made a Kefta Curry and it was outstanding. We took recipes home, and will be back. read more

This is the second year in a row we've had our work holiday party here. Perfection. Naveen and his staff are available enough to help at a moment's notice, but also in the background enough to not be bothersome. The perfect amount of "we're available but we're not going to bother your socializing and fun." Our menu was perfect in that there was enough prep for us to do and get hands on, but also not so much that we couldn't socialize and enjoy a light atmosphere. If you're considering doing a work party here, strongly recommend. Naveen is also super nice and personable, as is his staff. read more

We had the most amazing family event with 20 people. We had so much fun preparing and then cooking the food we ate. It was easy and fun. Every this is highend five star. The equipment and finishes are so nice. I recommend Naveen's for family, friends and work events. I'm confident that you will love it. read more

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I couldn't think of a better way to kick off the holiday season with the CS-Effect team at Naveen's Cuisine. We had a fabulous time learning how to prepare 4 Indian dishes while sipping bubbly. Naveen taught us knife skills, including the best way to dice an onion and tomato and how to marinate chicken and many more. Best of all when the meal was ready we could all relax and enjoy the delicious food in his beautiful kitchen. Naveen is truly incredibly charismatic and funny which made it a very fun, memorable event. I highly recommend checking out Naveen's Cuisine cooking classes or hosting a private party with friends or a company event. read more

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Attended a cooking class and had a great time. The facility is beautiful and well equipped. We were provided with clear instructions and lots of help when needed. Had a great time cooking and chatting with the other guests. Will definitely go back! read more

Naveen was an absolute delight. He was so enjoyable to spend the evening with and to learn from as well. He was masterful at having everyone feel included and was a complete pleasure. The food was absolutely delicious. I look forward to returning in the near future. read more

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Had a group function here and had a fantastic time. The space is beautiful and the staff were fantastic.

We went to Naveen on a team outing and I couldn't recommend it more. He was great at engaging the entire team, had a beautiful venue, and the food was great! 5 stars plus! read more

Unreal experience. Naveen is awesome and makes cooking new dishes feel very approachable. We also learned some general tips and tricks on cutting, handling cook wear, etc. that we didn't know before! He is such an excellent teacher for all levels and was very accommodating to me and my fiancé with scheduling and some last minute time changes. Cannot wait to come back and try more dishes with Naveen. Truly such a fun experience. read more

We loved our cooking class with Naveen! He was an incredibly charismatic and knowledgeable teacher and gave us great tips and feedback as we were cooking. On top of it all, the location is decorated very well which added to the entire experience for us. We would definitely recommend and come back! read more

Chef Naveen is an incredible teacher, chef, and cultivator of experiences. He moves just slow enough so that any level of cook can understand and appreciate new skills, but fast enough to where the night is never dull and full of flavor. Not just difficult to achieve, this is a gift that Chef Naveen has so graciously provided to the Chicago community for over 20 years now. My partner and I loved our time cooking with Chef Naveen and we will be back again soon for sure! read more

I came here for a Bday party and had the most amazing time . Had a great experience he was very upbeat , knowledgeable, and food was amazing. Environment is a vibe and clean. I don't usually eat Indian food because I don't like curry specifically, but he created an flavorful dishes that's I have never tasted before will definitely come here again and host a party. read more

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We hosted a corporate group event for 20 people at Naveen's in March 2023. Everyone had a great time and really enjoyed the event. A few things to mention that were wonderful: 1) Naveen is very friendly and approachable. During planning, he was incredibly accommodating with our food choices and my group's food restrictions. He really allows you to customize the event and create something that all attendees will enjoy. 2) The space is beautiful! Very modern and it was incredibly spacious for our group of 20. 3) The food was great! Everyone was stuffed when we left Naveen's and there were several compliments about how good the food was. We had a great variety of food - three apps and two entrees. 4) Alcohol and dessert is BYOB, which made the event even more flexible and fun. Thanks Naveen for a great time! read more