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.

Enjoyable, interactive event. Jax cooking was clean and…read moreorganized. This was a corporate event. You prep the food, cook and then eat. The staff was friendly. We made peach cobbler, Mac & cheese(creamy!!) Chicken in a balsamic wine reduction and string bean salad. Highly recommend this as a group or a date night. Maybe a birthday or anniversary celebration. Menus change about every month.

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.

A wonderful experience. Not only is Francesco a fun guy to chat with, but an excellent cook and…read moreentertainer as well. We were renting a place in Amelia Island and hired The Chef for our 34th anniversary dinner with another couple. Because there were only two couples and The Chef, it made for and intimate casual and friendly evening. Between the stories, the cooking, many songs sung, and the food, all made for an evening we shall remember fondly for the rest of our lives. We highly recommend Chef Francesco.

We had the great honor of having dinner prepared by Francesco recently at our friends house. To say…read morehe is a talented singer and chef is truly an understatement. His voice is only matched by the wonderful feast that was presented to us in such a humble and loving way. We have all be friends for a very long time,but to be able to spend that night together was something I am sure we will never forget. His wife Susan is such an added bonus to the entire repertoire. If you are fortunate to be able to share this experience with anyone you care about,don't miss this! Bravo Francesco and Susan!!

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.

I have placed several orders from Donna and it was always a hassle getting the products I paid for…read more She would outright lie about having mailed the order and then weeks later would say "Oh I'm sending it today." There was always an excuse! My last (and I mean last ever) order was not filled and she refuses to refund the money. She is a scammer and a thief in my opinion so beware of doing business with this place

This place would be my dream business. This is like a candy store for anyone who is into…read morealternative health, herbs, teas, spices and natural products. It's also a place to find some really unique gifts for loved ones. Donna, the owner and herbalist, is very approachable and runs a school where people in the community can come and learn various skills from soap making to attaining an herbalist's certificate right at this location. I'm so impressed with the array of ingredients that she carries [some that are very difficult to find] and the quality of the finished products that are available to purchase. The prices are very reasonable for everything. I love the fact that you can go and smell, touch, see and feel the plethora of wonderful products and bulk herbs available here! Much better, in my opinion, than blindly buying it online somewhere else. It smells amazing in here and now I know where to get my ingredients for my tea addiction at extremely reasonable prices. I just can't say enough about how amazing this resource is for locals and the entire community! Everyone is very welcoming, knowledgeable and generous with their time. If you are in the area, this is a hidden gem that you cannot miss!

I am extremely disappointed with the way my 16-year-old daughter was treated at the Sur La Table…read morecooking camp. My daughter has Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a disabling condition that prevents her from standing for long periods. During the first two days of camp, my husband explained her condition to the staff, and they provided a chair so she could fully participate without unnecessary pain. On June 24, however, Chef Josh Sziranko handled the situation very differently. When my daughter politely asked for a chair, he questioned why she needed one. After she explained that she had a medical condition, he dismissed her request, threw up his hands in frustration, and refused to provide the accommodation that had already been given the previous two days. As a result, my daughter was forced to stand far longer than she could physically tolerate, causing a severe CRPS flare-up. Weeks later, she was still experiencing increased pain because of what happened. She was even unable to finish the remainder of the camp because of the pain. What disappointed me just as much was the lack of response from management. I contacted the store immediately after the incident and spoke with Casey, who said General Manager Kathleen would call me. Kathleen called the following day and said she would handle the complaint. Still, after that, despite another follow-up call from me, we never received an update, an apology, or any indication that the matter was taken seriously. A business that welcomes children should also know how to treat children with disabilities. A simple chair had already been approved and provided by staff on previous days, yet my daughter's request was dismissed, causing her unnecessary pain. I hope Sur La Table takes this experience seriously, provides disability awareness and ADA accommodation training to its staff, and ensures that no other child or customer with a disability is treated this way. I cannot recommend this location based on our experience.

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!

Thanks so much for your patience to take us through the four weeks journey and. We are so much…read moreproud to be students of Jacksonville cakes and more. We really enjoyed the cake too. Great job mama.​

I have been getting supplies from Mrs. Evette and her husband for a couple of years now, and they…read moreare always courteous and professional. I participated in a couple of their cake decorating classes to better my skills and recommended them to a couple of other friends that are also trying to get into the cake decorating business and they were so glad I did. They are a gem in Arlington and a wealth of knowledge!! You must check them out!!

this is a nice gift shop in the heart of downtown. I got some Christmas ornaments after New Years…read morethat were on sale. Also a nice selection of soaps, jewelry and other gift items.

Just wanted to express my gratitude for Andrea and Sallie who went above and beyond in helping me…read moremake a purchase over the phone. Having visited the store over the Christmas holidays, I wanted to make another similar purchase as a gift, and wasn't sure exactly of the item. Not only did Andrea take pictures of the items on her phone and text them to me, they gift wrapped each item before taking them to the post office and mailing them for me! Absolutely the kind of service that is so hard to find these days, I can't wait to return to Fernandina Beach and shop at Southern Touch again!