Chef Danny was absolutely amazing! My coworkers and I took a sushi-making class with him, and it was hands-down one of the best group experiences we've had. From the moment we walked in, his energy, patience, and passion for sushi made the class fun, engaging, and easy to follow. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, you could truly taste the quality in every bite, from the perfectly seasoned rice to the vibrant fish and crisp vegetables. read more

had a great experience at this cooking class! chef paige and armando were great. I really appreciated the emphasis on teaching practical cooking skills, and the class was really accessible to all. I loved the fettuccine that we made and it was very fun to work the kitchenaid pasta maker. overall the food came out great and it was kind of them to provide takeout containers for us to take any uneaten food back! read more

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Oliver y Armando were great we will definitely come back. Thank you for the great experience read more

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We've done a few cooking classes together, but this was the first time every dish was made dairy-free just for my boyfriend. He's never been that into italian food... until now :') We joined Selfup's Italian Cooking Class to celebrate his birthday, and it was literally the first time I've heard him say he actually enjoyed a cooking class. He's lactose intolerant, and they accommodated his dietary needs in every single course. Yes, even the tiramisu! Big shoutout to Chef Danny, Chef Monica, and Chef Edgar. They were so knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun, hands-on experience with thoughtful dietary accommodation. What we made in 3 hours: ＊Hand-Stretched Mozzarella Cheese First time making mozzarella from scratch! It tasted so fresh and we could adjust the salt to our preference. We even had a mini competition to see who could stretch their cheese the highest. ＊Handmade Fettuccine and Ravioli I was most excited to try the fancy pasta machine. We mixed and kneaded the dough from scratch, then rolled out the fettuccine and assembled ravioli with a vegan pesto-tofu filling. So satisfying to watch it all come together. ＊Marsala Chicken The class kicked off with a live demo where we learned real culinary techniques, like how to properly cut and sear veggies and build flavor. My boyfriend even got to light the pan on fire (safely), which definitely made his night. ＊Tiramisu I was actually amazed by how delicious and coffee-forward the tiramisu was! They substituted mascarpone with coconut-based whipped cream for him so we could both enjoy the dessert. We could even pack up the leftovers at the end, so nothing went to waste! read more

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Upon entry we received such a warm welcome from Chef Armando. The all-inclusive beverages and complimentary charcuterie were a really nice touch to start the evening, especially if you arrive hungry like I did. We started by learning how to make Chicken Marsala, then moved into pasta making (my favorite part). After that, we learned how to make fresh mozzarella, and finally ended the night with dessert: tiramisu. The entire experience was so fun and interactive. I especially appreciated how knowledgeable Chef Alex was about everything we were making. When I asked about the type of pan she was using and why, she gave such a detailed and thoughtful explanation, which I really appreciated. By then, we had definitely worked up an appetite! We started dinner with a delicious salad and focaccia bread, followed by pesto fettuccine made from the pasta we created ourselves. Then came Chicken Marsala with mushrooms, and ricotta-stuffed ravioli in red sauce, also handmade by us. One of the best parts of the night was the atmosphere. Cooking, eating, and learning alongside people you've never met before somehow felt so natural and welcoming. You genuinely leave feeling like you made new friends. If I had one honest critique, I do wish there had been more opportunity to personally season some of the dishes to taste, as I felt parts of the meal were a little bland for my preference. I also personally prefer softer pasta over a firmer al dente texture. That said, I completely understood why the pasta had that texture since we didn't have much time for the dough to fully rest and develop. I also think some light Italian jazz music playing in the background would have elevated the atmosphere even more and really taken the experience to another level. Overall, I had a wonderful time and would absolutely take another class. It's definitely worth it for the experience, the knowledge you gain, and of course... dinner! Also, we got home (with our left overs) and finally had the tiramisu... and WOW. It was soooo delicious. The ravioli and tiramisu were definitely the stars of the show for me! read more

This was an amazing experience! My partner and I sign up to celebrate our anniversary in a fun and engaging way - and this class delivered on that and more. It was very enjoyable to take the class with other couples and parties - we enjoyed the conversations and entertainment throughout. Upon arrival, we were offered an apron, white, red, rose wine, non-alcoholic beverages, water, appetizers (cheese, meet, cracker). Having there to snack on before we started making the food was very thoughtful- especially because we came with an appetite. Chef Paige was very enthusiastic, supportive, and informative throughout the entire experience. She gave us a lot of general knife, cooking, and food tips that we can't wait to try out in our own kitchen. We had so much fun that the 3 hours flew by, and we enjoyed an amazing dinner with focaccia, green salad with a refreshing and flavorful vinaigrette, ravioli with lemon herb ricotta filling, fettuccini with pesto sauce, chicken Marsala, and tiramisu read more

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Overall amazing experience! Loved how personable it was as a whole guided group experience. I wished it would've been a smaller group overall or divided up into smaller groups to be able to make the food with only your partner or just one other group as it did get kind of crowded. However overall was amazing funny and interesting experience to try a cooking class at least once. My favorite was the tiramisu that we made. I also loved the chicken and mushrooms. Sadly the pasta didn't taste amazing, a little too thick of dough for my taste but still great experience. The salad was also delicious. While we waited the side drinks and charcuterie that was included was very thoughtful as well since I was very hungry while cooking and waiting for food to be ready read more

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SO MUCH FUN! We were blessed to have chef Paige as our fearless leader and she was an absolute blast, and with a pretty big group of us (20ish) she made sure to pay attention to all of us individually throughout the process. We did the Italian class, making homemade mozzarella, ravioli, tiramisu and chicken Marsala and each course was better than the last. The class was the perfect mix of hands on experience, learning from the chef, and drinking wine lol. We ended up being there for over 3 hours in total but it flew by. I would say don't show up starving because we didn't end up eating until around 8:30/9 pm, but they give you crackers, cheese and meats to snack on. Making the tiramisu was my favorite part, but happy to say I actually look home some very helpful knife skills and general cooking knowledge! Great for a date night or a group of friends, if you go alone be ready to make friends. read more

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Attended the Romantic Italian Date Night class which was AMAZING!!!!! Chef Paige and Chef Ashley are awesome and really create a fun, creative laid back and high energy atmosphere. Making everything was fun and a delight! The food waa so delicious. I would highly recommend attending this class. read more

Oliver and Ashley were amazing chefs teaching us how to make an amazing italian meal the whole experience from the beginning was informative and fun. thank you to the team for all their patience and support. will be back again read more

We celebrated our company holiday event with Selfup Cooking Classes! We had the honor to work with Chef Paige and Chef Ashley and had the Dumpling & Dim Sum class. It was definitely a lot of fun and a great a team building event. Chef Paige was so entertaining, funny and extremely experienced. While Chef Ashley was so kind, helpful and patient. Please make sure you book with this dynamic duo. Also, the wine and light bites were the perfect touch. I'll definitely come back to book another one of their classes soon with my girls! read more

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Came here for the Italian cooking class! Our chefs for the night were Chef Mark and Chef Matthew. We started with making tiramisu for our dessert about can set in the fridge while we cooked all our dishes. For the mains a we made ravioli, linguini, and a chicken marsala. The chefs lead with great direction and made the class fun read more

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My friend and I took the Italian dinner class with Chef Paige and her staff member Ashley. It was a blast! The class was intimate at 6 students and I personally would not have preferred more than that. Staples of cooking basics were taught to start the class, followed by various recipes and pasta from scratch! For reference, my husband and I are frequent and passionate cooks in our home. Yet, I learned new techniques and enjoyed someone teaching me a cuisine I don't always venture into. Overall, I highly recommend this as a fun group activity or a date night activity. read more

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Went to the Italian cooking class with my friend taught by Chef Danny and it was a blast! Lots of food, hands-on experience (for pasta and mozzarella making), unlimited wine and an engaging teacher! Menu rundown: Spring mix salad with mozzarella balls - loved the educational experience of learning how mozzarella is made and getting to shape the little balls by hand! Ricotta filled ravioli with red sauce and pesto fettuccine - making the pasta by hand and filling the raviolis was so fun! I wish we could have made the sauces too but I understand the time constraints. Chicken Marsala - this was more of an educational demonstration. I learned a lot but wish it was more hands on. Tiramisu - everyone made their own little cups. Super easy and delicious! I was sad to hear that this was Chef Danny's last class since he was going to work at a restaurant since I feel like his passion and enthusiasm made the class really fun. I would highly recommend this class for anyone looking for a fun cooking experience who's looking to learn the basics! read more

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This is a great group activity for friends and colleagues. We had chef Jenny and chef Edgar, who were both great. On a Friday night for the Italian cooking class, there were 2 tables with 6 at each table. When you come in, they have snacks of cheese and salami boards, wine (rose and white), carbonated drinks and water. They give about 15 minutes after start time for everyone to arrive, so arriving 5-10 minutes earlier gives you a good lead time to settle in and enjoy the snacks. There were five items to make that were hands-on for the dinner - 2 types of pastas, mozzarella balls for salad, mushroom masala demo with some stirring and lighting fire, plus tiramisu for dessert. They give you a break in between sets so you can refresh with drinks and snacks. They have two restrooms and sinks in the kitchen to wash your hands. It starts with the masala mushroom, which is for the chicken masala (the group doesn't make the chicken, but we get to eat it). Then we go on to make the other ingredients for the dishes. There were two tables to work on, about 6 people per table. We make the pastas for the ravioli and the fettuccine. The dough is pre-made for us. We rolled the dough and put it through the Kitchen Aid machine that flattens the dough and also cuts it into fettuccine. We make mozzarella balls with the pre-made cheese curd. It goes into hot water and gets pulled and shaped into mini-balls with the thumb (it's not so easy to make perfect balls though). We make the ravioli by adding the pre-made pesto ricotta filling on the flattened dough we made. Then we cut it into ravioli pieces. It's not all going to come out the same size perfectly squared shapes, but they all still taste delicious. My favorite activity is making the tiramisu. You make and eat your own tiramisu cup, so you can make it the way you like it. They have good coffee ground and delicious dark chocolate to shave on the tiramisu. They also have white chocolate. Really good and fresh ingredients. Everyone makes the hands-on items and it all goes together for the chef to cook and serve family style to the two tables. The chefs are pretty impressive to have the pastas all cooked and everything ready to serve in about 15 minutes. I didn't even notice when they cooked the chicken. The hands-on part was about 90 minutes with breaks. That leaves about a little over an hour to enjoy the dinner. It's not a hard set time, so after eating, you can leave earlier. Just say goodbye to the chefs so they know you are leaving and also leave a tip in the tip jar or Venmo. The food all tasted fresh and delicious. The salad with the mozzarella balls were a good starter. The raviolis were so good. My favorite dish and it's sorta vegetarian (might have meat juice from the cheese). The chicken masala was very flavorful. The pesto fettuccine was good on its own. The tiramisu was delicious to end with. They have additional full body red wine on the tables too. I can see this being a really great activity for your own group of six for some fun light cooking class and dinner gathering, especially after a long work day. This NYC location is on the 3rd floor in a building in the Financial District by Wall Street near the Bull statue. The kitchen is phenomenal and huge. They also have a Boston location and I believe eventually expanding to other cities. I got this wonderful experience with a gift card. Thank you! What a great delicious gift! Holidays are just around the corner. read more

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Chef Dale and Chef Armando were amazing! The Sunday night Italian pasta making private event was so much fun and they made it so interactive- they actually made everyone feel included and took the time to explain everything and crack jokes as well. We learned so many new things, didn't matter if we had experience with cooking or not. They were just so welcoming overall. Definitely want to attend another class out side of a private event. Pictures attached show the pasta that we made by following instructions, as well as the delicious meal we had at the end. Wish we got to keep our aprons though (for memories )! read more

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I had a great time at the Italian night making fresh pasta and my own tiramisu. To my surprise, we were offered wine/soft drinks and a small appetizer upon entry. After that we put together the tiramisu to set in the fridge until desert time. Chef Paige led the rest of the night with funny tidbits and a helpful hand. Making homemade pasta for the first time was super fun & the meal came out great. They even have a vegetarian patty available for anyone who didn't want the chicken Marsala. I left there stuffed and happy, with some new skills under my belt. Definitely worth a night out! read more

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I brought my coworkers here for a team event and had the best time. Chef Danny and Alex were so kind and insightful- we all learned something. Scheduling was super easy too! We did the Italian dinner and the food was amazing. There was plenty of food and wine- overall, I definitely recommend Selfup for a cooking class or team building event. read more

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They were outstanding teachers Dale, Oliver, Ashely. Warm and responsive. Great people.

Oliver and Armando were the chefs. Great time, informational as well, and great food.

Danny and Edgar were amazing they made our team event unforgettable. Highly recommend

My team had an excellent experience taking the Mexican Fiesta class! Super hands on but still very approachable for all levels. Loved working with Chef Christian and Chef Ashley who explained all of the recipes and helped us along the way. Learned a lot of new tips and tricks (white wine with Fanta!?) and the end result was DELICIOUS! definitely recommend for a fun team building or group activity for your besties. read more

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Chef Chris was the best! He was hilarious. Made the whole cooking experience fun. He also made it educational but never boring. Food was delicious. Chef Mark was also great. read more

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Chef Paige was amazing, we had a lesson on Mexican fiesta and we made the best salsa I ever had.

was a blast to experience this cooking experience, and the food was delicious. Chefs Edgar and Alex were outstanding!

We had an amazing evening team building with Chef Oliver and Chef Mark! The food was so good and we learned a ton. 10/10 recommend. read more

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CHEF PAIGE Delicious food very fun Really enjoyed it Great ravioli and pasta Highly recommend read more

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This class was so fun. The instructors were so helpful, informative and professional! I can't wait to take another class with Armando, Oliver and Edgar. read more

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I took the Brunch in a Crunch class at SelfUp in Manhattan with my coworkers as part of a team-building outing -- and we had such a genuinely wonderful time. I suggested this class as a team-building activity, and we had such a genuinely wonderful time. The dishes we learned to make were fun, flavorful, and covered a nice range -- from pancakes and waffles to fried chicken and eggs Benedict (which ended up being my favorite -- that hollandaise was unreal!). What I appreciated most was how we worked on everything together, taking turns with different tasks. It felt easy, collaborative, and naturally led to great conversations and shared laughs with the team. The true highlight, though, was our instructor, Chef Paige. She was warm, funny, and refreshingly herself -- which made the experience feel so much more relaxed and fun. I especially loved that nothing felt stiff or overly structured. Instead, it felt like a really joyful gathering with good food and good people. Chef Alex, her assistant, was also such a calm and kind presence, and they clearly made a great team. One generous touch that really stood out: we were invited to take pictures of the recipes, which means we get to recreate and share this joy with friends and family for years to come. That's the kind of thing you can't put a price on. I left the class not only feeling proud of what we cooked, but also really grateful for the heart and humor both chefs brought to the experience. I'd absolutely come back again with family or friends! read more

A most unforgettable experience that I absolutely appreciate! If you're like me & never considered a cooking/baking class, go to Selfup and watch your happiness come alive. My friend & I left wow'd and accomplished! The Selfup management team was concise/direct, easy to book with, & generously kind via DM! Seamless scheduling system that translated to Chef Tee who awaited & greeted me by name upon entrance! I thought that was stellar red carpet service and communication system! You truly get your moneys worth here. You're offered wonderful appetizers while you wait for the class to begin. The dining table is laid out unexpectedly classy for this type of thing. You're preparing nearly the entire spread with solid ingredients and the most patient, relaxed chef! It is all hands-on and the teamwork between the chefs was seamless ensuring we're transitioning from each dish with a cleaned station and support for tasks that require multiple hands. They are also fast, efficient, communicative, and interactively energetic. And, you don't have to stress about clean up! I will be recommending Selfup to everyone I meet (including parents - this seems child-proof). And, now I want a kitchen aid mixer to remake everything I learned before I forget. lol My friend and I enjoyed the entire experience! And, she's already looking forward to taking other classes with her husband. Go, enjoy!!!!!! read more

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By far one of the most fun nights I've had in awhile. This was my first time taking a cooking class and it far exceeded my expectations. I signed up for the Classic Italian Dinner with Tiramisu finale and from start to finish chef Alex, chef Marco, and Chef Monica were class acts. I loved that when we arrived that had wine and charcuterie ready to go. It was also nice how seating is family style and basically encourages getting to know the other class goers. Chef Alex had a great story at every stage of cooking instruction which made the class more fun and engaging. I went for a date night but this class is good for families, friend groups, or solo fun. I can't wait to take the next class! read more

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For a girl that's never made pasta from scratch - I was happy to start this journey. There's an art to comfort food and to taste the freshness of it was a treat. That's what my experience here at Selfup was in the NYC branch. A big shoutout to Chef Danny and Vergine for the great cooking warmup and recommendation. This place breaks everything down so simply, keeps the humor and vibes lighthearted, and makes sure you tackle every main points of the cuisine from the class. My friend and I had fun from chilling the sweet cream and blends of our tiramisu, stretching and pulling the mozzarella to form those squishy orbs, flattening the pasta sheets into lengthy ribbons, shredding the pasta sheets into equidistant noodle strands, folding the ravioli and stuffing in the squares, and finally getting a chance to flambe the caramelized onions for the chicken marsala. The winning moment was tasting everything we prepped and freshly prepped Italian food tastes a whole new level versus the frozen packaged goods we use to prep at home. Similar to going from instant coffee to brewing a fresh Moka pot of coffee. Obsessed with coffee analogies so don't mind me. If you ever experienced first pasta stage fright, do not fear. Selfup is a great place to learn and you'll leave feeling super accomplished at your cooking feats. Like Marie Antoinette says, let em' eat cake but switch it up to pasta from here. read more

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Chef Edgar and Chef Chris were AMAZING!!! Class was great and the food was a 10 out of 10! Highly recommend.

Chef Oliver and Danny were great guides for our huge group. We had so much fun and the fantastic thing is that we got to eat our own food that we had helped to make. I was really impressed that we made several dishes and that we got to eat together like family style. I would definitely come back for another class if I were down again. read more

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Chef Mack and Chef Mack were amazing! we always enjoy working with the Chefs here and this year was no different! read more

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You definitely won't leave this class hungry! They definitely have a hands on approach to teaching as you learn to make mozzarella balls, ravioli, fettuccini and tiramisu. The chefs teaching were very friendly and were helpful answering any questions. The cheese, charcuterie and wine to snack on throughout the class helped since you don't really eat till the tail end of the 3 hour class. One star docked for the timing of the class. We had a 5pm class and arrived at 4:50. We didn't start the whole process until 5:45 because apparently the chefs didn't know till day of that they had 22 people in class and expected only 8 so they were behind in prep. Seemed more so an organizational issue than anyone's fault but was frustrating for those of us who arrived on time and were stuck waiting and then of course we ended class 40 min late as well. read more

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As a food and nutrition professional, this experience spoke to my heart in a fun and unique way. In the past, I have taken baking classes or led my own cooking demonstrations, but never attended an full cooking class. So when a representative from Selfup reached out with a opportunity to attend, I could not pass it up. I decided to make it even more exciting by inviting a friend to attend with me for their Friday evening, 'Italian Dinner with Tiramisu Finale' class. This seems to be their most popular but they have a wealth of classes from a variety of cuisines. From Mexican flavors to Parisian delights, there is truly a class for all taste buds. I simply signed up on their site about a month ahead and received confirmation instantly. Unfortunately on the day of the class, my plus one had to cancel but I still decided to go anyway. I arrived about 20 minutes early however, I was still allowed in. Chef Edgar was setting up and warmly greeted me. There was a Mexican fiesta class finishing up, so I was directed to get comfy and have some refreshments including wine, sodas, and water along with charcuterie meats and cheeses. A little bit later, I had some fresh bread (I think it was focaccia) with a delicious chimichurri sauce (I mean delectable because I even asked for recipe *yum*). We waited for others to come and it eventually ended up being a class of 4 people (including myself). The other 3 people were a group and they too, had a cancellation but it worked out perfectly as we all got to know each other and it allowed for a more intimate experience. The class was led by the amazing, Chef Danny. He greeted us and gave us a a full run down of what the experience would entail. Essentially, we would prepare items for a 6 course meal. We washed our hands and began the fun with tiramisu. Chef Danny gave us some background information on the ingredients including the significance of the espresso and marscapone. I had never had marscapone before and he welcomed my interest by offering a tasting. Soon after, he demonstrated how we'd make individual batches in clear cups, sort of like a parfait. We made our tiramisu and chef Edgar, who was assisting, took them away. The class continued with more dishes and increasing levels of technical skills. Among many things, we learned about the process of creating mozzarella cheese and had a chance to stretch some out. Later on we made spaghetti and ravioli from scratch, and we saw a cooking demonstration of chicken marsala led by Chef Danny with assistance from one of the participants. In the end, we created items that would become part of our 6 course meal. The meal is served family style and Chef Danny turned the items we prepared into dishes. We started off with a fresh green salad with housemade vinaigrette dressing and topped with our freshly stretched mozzarella. Next, we had cheese ravioli in a tomato sauce, pesto spaghetti, and the chicken marsala, then ended the night with our tiramisu. Of all the items, I'd say my favorite was the pesto spaghetti and the chicken marsala. The pesto spaghetti had a nice buttery/saltiness that I particularly loved. The freshness was also evident. Additionally, the chicken marsala was beautifully glazed with a balance of flavors. Aside from cooking and eating, I enjoyed the knowledge that chef Danny shared. I not only learned new information and techniques but I also built on some of my skills. It's very evident that he is passionate about his craft and he seems to genuinely enjoy sharing his knowledge. Overall, I had a wonderful time. In addition to Chef Danny's great service, the other staff members were equally as kind, attentive, and personable. No matter who I encountered, they were very pleasant. In addition, the establishment was modern, clean, and comfortable to move around in. I would definitely return to Selfup in the future and I highly recommend it for others. It's a versatile offering for team building, friends, or a unique date night. It also doesn't seem like prior experience is necessary, just come willing to learn and participate! Very BIG thank you to Vergine at Selfup for the opportunity! I cannot wait to return! read more

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wowowow this was so fun. Chef fusado threw an incredible night with chefs Edgar and chef Monica and they were all SO FUN and really set the tone and mood and they were so knowledgeable too. highly recommend read more

As a team-building experience, we took the Pasta Making class with Selfup and had an absolute blast. The class strikes a perfect balance between hands-on participation and expert guidance. Chef Paige was a fantastic instructor--knowledgeable, funny, and effortlessly charming! Her whole team did a great job making the experience approachable, educational, and fun! I'd highly recommend this class for corporate groups or friends looking to try something a little different. read more

Wonderful experience with Chef Oliver! Was really friendly and patient with our group of friends!