Unfortunately, a lot. This was our first time coming to a…read moredemo class and we were very disappointed. We came for the paella. We were looking forward to seeing how it is authentically made. First thing was... No paella pan! Really? Apparently it went on vacation with the Chef. Shame on her. If you have a class coming for paella, you get another paella pan. These classes are not inexpensive. As far as authenticity went, the chef went off script on several different steps we were looking for authentic and we got impromptu. I felt very bad for the Chef who was doing the demo. He was really trying to do a great job considering the circumstances. I do not hold him accountable. Except for maybe the dessert, which was sickening sweet. Could not take more than two bites That being said, we had a lovely time lovely people. The staff was very friendly. We just simply did not get what we paid for.

Disappointing Experience - Not Worth the Price…read more I was really looking forward to the Asian Dumplings Cooking Class, but unfortunately, it fell far short of expectations. The class started over 30 minutes late and ran long, which caused me to be late for my next commitment. More importantly, it wasn't truly a cooking class; it was a demonstration. Most of us simply watched, while a few lucky participants were invited to roll and seal one dumpling each. There was no hands-on learning, no guidance, and no opportunity to build skills. To make matters worse, I was seated near the back, where I couldn't see the main table well. The viewing monitor wasn't zoomed in enough to be helpful, and loud conversations around me made it hard to hear the instructor. Reserved seating was allowed, so although I arrived early, I was unable to sit in several empty front-row seats because they were being held for friends who arrived much later. The food itself was underwhelming and bland, lacking in authentic flavor, and not worth the wait. Two of the dumpling varieties used store-bought wrappers, and portions were small. The sauces were forgettable, and the pace of serving was slow, leaving us with lots of waiting and very little to enjoy. We weren't even given recipes to take home, which, after tasting the food, I wasn't too disappointed about. At $100 per ticket, I expected an interactive, educational experience with quality food and better organization. Unfortunately, I left without learning any new skills, still hungry, and feeling like I wasted both time and money. I would not recommend this class. On a good note the staff were very friendly and accommodating, but I won't be back.

We had such an amazing time during our private sushi class with Yuko! Great communication and…read morebooking in the weeks/days leading up to our event. The class itself was so fun and easy going. The fish and all other ingredients were so fresh and delicious. It was so much food we had leftovers too! I appreciated her going the extra mile for our guest who is celiac. I 100% recommend her services!

Yuko catered our small wedding party, and did a fantastic job. She even created two rolls named…read moreafter us based on what type of fish we both prefer. It became a fun little party question of which sushi roll the guests preferred, the Rachel or the Angela. Yuko's flavor combinations and attention to detail were unmatched and all the guests were so impressed with the quality of sushi. Can't wait to throw another party and have Yuko cater!

Alba is AMAZING! I have been attending Alba's classes faithfully for close to a year now. Each…read moreclass brings something new, exciting - always full of amazing flavors! Alba's classes are great for all cooking levels and I highly recommend them to anyone who loves a great meal. The classes are well run and I love the hands on approach to her dishes. Overall, Alba is a fantastic chef and teacher who uses simple ingredients to make extraordinary dishes you can easily make again at home.

Really enjoyed the cooking class that Alba gave at Whole Foods. I'm new to cooking and Alba did a…read moregreat job of presenting the material at a level that I was able to understand and learn. Would definitely take another of Alba's classes.

What an excellent experience it was the perfect date night experience cooking together in a chefs…read morehome. We went with chef ali who taught us Sichuan cooking. Food was excellent and she had a great teaching style making it easy to follow allowing for a great experience would go again.

Chef Justin Sushi Making At-Home class was amazing!!! It was so individualized and he really paid…read moreattention to detail to provide a wonderful experience for us. The sushi was high quality, delicious, and filling! I highly recommend Chef Justin -- you won't regret it! I will be booking with him again!

Dorothy is an amazing chef and taught us how to many Flan and a super yummy bread. She is a very…read moreunderstanding teacher and is great at explaining everything. I am a beginner at cooking these types of things and everything turned out delicious with her help!

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Chef Matt delivered an amazing experience for 4 people! Our friend has a baby and a toddler and…read moregreatly appreciated a fine dining experience coming to her house! He brought all the ingredients and taught us tips like how to cut an onion without crying and the right way to cut a mango! The best mai tai of my life started us off. Then he made mahi mahi with chutney, and a Caribbean themed main dish of mango sauce marinated ribs and slaw. Dessert was bananas foster due to time, he had other options including flan, but flan takes too long. Generally, it's a 4 hour night with eating at the end, so plan accordingly. The perfect Friday evening hang out with friends and learn something new. Highly recommend, especially as a gift to friends.

I love that this business concept exists, especially for people with little ones and miss the fine…read moredining experience. Chef Matt was so professional. My family of 6 adults had a grand time with him serving an "Open That Bottle" experience. Everything was amazing and delicious. My kids asked if he could come back the next day! I can't wait to try the cooking class next!

We loved it! Had an amazing evening learning how to make pasta with this hands on experience. I…read morewould definitely recommend and would love to take another class!!

We hosted a team building cooking class at La Bella Pastarella for 17 people. It was a wonderful…read moreexperience! Monica, Leo and team were amazing...so friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. The pasta was delicious! Our team loved our experience. I can't wait to go back and do it again!

My husband treated me to two cooking classes with Chris, and I learned immensely at both. First…read moreoff, the space is gorgeous. You feel like you're in such a welcoming and relaxing environment, and Chris is generous with drinks to make people feel at home. Her style is really approachable, and she tries hard to offer tips that will stay with you when you're cooking at home. I've learned so much from her: I use old T-shirts to dry my meat, I never salt my potatoes before roasting them, I crank up the heat real high to roast chicken, and I make my pizza outside on the grill. She has helped me expand my food horizons and feel comfortable experimenting in the kitchen. She's also an all-around amazing individual who has been around DC a long time and has good stories to tell. In short, it's a great activity for a night out with friends or even as a couple, and she offers useful recipes that will make you more comfortable in the kitchen to boot. I wish I still lived in DC so I could take regular classes with her.

If you're planning a small cooking class among your closest friends, look no further than Just…read moreSimply... Cuisine. For my wife's birthday, Chris put together a customized menu with a focus on local, organic, and healthy. Her "slow food" approach has long been a staple in her instruction, long before it became cool to go green. She walked us through a five course meal, teaching new techniques while entertaining topics on food and life. We particularly enjoyed the roasted butterflied chicken with fresh sage. Our afternoon session ended with a simple, yet divine treat of strawberries with balsamic and whipped cream. Just Simply... Cuisine is one of the best kept secrets in DC. Let Chris host you in her lovely home and delight you with recipes that you'll want to try on your own over and over again.

Very informative demo classes at Whole Foods Culinary Center...she is very funny and the food is…read moregreat!

Rita B Catering top notch! Had a after funeral wake with them and service & food was outstanding!…read moreBest fried chicken I have ever had! Homemade side orders were so Delish! Roast Beef was tender and so tasty gravy nice & thick! Also the nicest people to deal with! They know customer service and how to treat people with respect! Can't wait to have another party will be calling them for sure! But next time I hope to have a happier occasion! But I would call them for any catering party! Top notch! Thank you Rita B.

Rita B recently catered our wedding at the American Legion in La Plata. The food was outstanding…read moreand everyone got enough of it. The reception was several days ago, but I am still hearing compliments about the food. I completely agree with the rave reviews. Not only was the food abundant, but it was also high quality. My relatives and coworkers have all expressed their approval of our menu. We had the meatballs and shrimp macaroni salad as appetizers, along with the standard cheese/crackers and fruit hor devours. The main course consisted of stuffed chicken, steamship round, and crab balls (everyone really loved these). She also provided cole slaw, green beans, apple sauce, and rolls/butter. Her team was polite and did not rush the service whatsoever. I would absolutely recommend this catering service!