I spent Sunday afternoon attending a cooking class with a few of my friends and had an amazing…read moretime. The food was delicious, the owner super charming and the experience overall was fantastic! Highly recommend going with some friends or even a mother/daughter outing.

Our group selected a cooking class here which included dinner with pasta-making as the only…read morehands-on portion of the evening. We only mixed flour and water together to roll out pasta. For $125/person, I had expected better tasting food though. The small appetizers (spinach salad, prosciutto, Parmesan, olives) may have been put together from a grocery store. For the pasta that we rolled out, the staff only added a plain tomato sauce. The side of vegetables was overcooked and mushy. Tiramisu was all right. We can blame the taste and texture of the pasta on ourselves, because we made it, but I had expected the rest of the food prepared by professionals to be better. No drinks were included -- Healthy Italia is BYOB. There was a nice intro video from the owner telling us about her history and philosophy. She said that she doesn't measure ingredients, and only mixes by feel. How does one teach a cooking class like this? If someone is taking a cooking class, they are less experienced and need precise measurements and instructions. Our flour and water were measured for us, so I guess they do measure something. We were never told the measurements, so didn't have any recipe or any specific learnings to take home. I enjoyed the social time with my group, and especially the long table set out for our group in true Italian fashion. It made us feel like a big cohesive family. However, for $125/person, I felt like we could have had a true learning experience elsewhere or had a much better Italian dinner at a restaurant with drinks. In fact, on the subsequent evening, a few individuals from our group went to a restaurant and ordered similar items served at this cooking class, and the food was remarkably better. And yes, it was less than $125/person with drinks.

We did a group event here there was about 20 of us for work. It really nice the kitchen and set up…read morethat they have it really nice and the helpers were really great too. They set the entire thing up for you like you are cooking on tv which is nice everything is measured out. We all split up into group to make different part of the meal. With our group we had wine available to have too. The event itself was very expensive for the group but it was really nice. I forgot to take a picture of the crab cake and salad which was the first course.

I have taken lots of cooking classes and although theirs is super pricey, it is indeed worth it. i…read morelearn something new every time i go there and the recipes are so good- there is always 1or 2 that i will make again!

I have been going to this place on average at least once a week for at least a year now and I can…read morenever get tired of it. This is Italian American comfort food. They don't make it like them anymore. Best chicken cutlet and homemade roast beef around. Never had a bad item from this place. Seriously can't get enough of the chicken cutlet.

Stopped in for subs yesterday after seeing the good reviewed. Figured we could get something to go…read moreand hit a park nearby to burn sometime before flying out. Got there before noon and people kept coming in queuing one by one you could tell it was a busy local spot. I grabbed the belly buster which had a chicken cutlet, broccoli rabe, crispy, prosciutto, balsamic vinaigrette with long peppers. It was different from anything I'd order back at home and I wanted to try something different. It was tasty but looking forward to getting an Italian cold cut option next time around or trying something hot. Hubby got the Toni special and added long peppers.

This is my second time here. It was a fun class and as usual the food turned out delicious. I like…read morethe concept of watching the chef explain the techniques before cooking. I do wish they handed out printed recipes which would be helpful to follow along. They said they would email them I'm waiting to receive it. We each had a different food station. I would of tried to make all the menu items. I don't know if that would be possible though with a group of our size. The employees are very friendly and helpful. The classes choices are wonderful and there are weekend classes available.

First off, this place is located inside the actual bed bath and beyond store. Go in the main…read moreentrance and it's tucked away in the very back of the store. Beautiful setup. Interactive classes. Enthusiastic chef Enzo made the experience 5 star. The cost is extremely fair, considering the amount of food you get. At 70.00 for a full 4 course Italian meal i can't complain. I literally was stuffed and couldn't finish it all. Beware: the class lasted a full 3 hours. But we ate the entire time....!!!! There's several "assistants" who walk around and help you and take directions from the chef. I could care less about doing it myself, I'm here to watch the expert cook and walk me through it and I loved every minute of it. Definitely put your hair up. They even had Bobby pins and ponytail holders at the sink station. Super helpful. They also used top notch ingredients all imported from Italy. They did not skimp out anywhere. I'd highly recommend this for a date night. There's about 15 seats and there's honestly not a bad seat in the house bc every cooking station at the large island was used. See my pics, it'll paint the picture for you.

Had the pleasure of doing a coooking class at Little Fox Kitchen with my hubby and it was such a…read morefun experience. It's BYOB (huge win), the group was small so it felt super personal, and we actually got to know everyone. I learned some new cooking techniques and the food turned out amazing. Honestly a perfect date night dinner and a show lol! 10/10 recommend!

What a fun time!! Not only do you learn a lot and have a lot of fun, but you get to enjoy delicious…read morefood and time with loved ones while you cook! The chef was so helpful and knowledgeable and was able to make the most complex steps simple and approachable. Definitely want to come back for a lovely date night!

My friend and I got to experience the amazingness of Chef Brian. We had him for a girls night. He…read morewas super friendly , explained all the dishes and what went in them. He served us and cleaned up after so we didn't have to lift a finger. The food was so delicious every bite of everything was amazing. Try recommend giving him a try

I was given Brian's contact information when looking for a private chef for a birthday event of 7…read more He was great with communicating and made sure to answer all questions and requests. His menu options range from all foods and flavors making it hard to choose. I requested a specific fish and dessert and Brian delivered and nailed every dish! By the end of our 4 courses not only were our stomachs full and in bliss, it was a group consensus that we couldn't have asked for a better experience! This was the first time I've ever hired a private chef, but I promise you'll be booking with L&S for all your events as will I!

The Passion for Spices team are phenomenally talented, kind and welcoming and I can't praise them…read moreenough on a job well done! We hosted a large corporate event (with 50 people) and the event went smoothly with everyone being engaged at each station learning about proper cutting techniques, use of spices (new and commonly used), information about the local farms they work with and much more! The way the class and stations were set up allowed for easy networking among the guests and fun conversations with the chefs. Food was amazing and all our attendees enjoyed the charcuterie table they had set up while socializing beforehand and during the cooking class. I am also very grateful about the venue being extremely flexible with scheduling and allowing access to the building as we had a lot of deliveries & pre-event set ups that needed to be brought in for our event. Guests were thrilled to receive the recipes for all the menu items we made after the event as well. The only challenge we had was the limited parking available, but luckily there is a free municipal parking lot right across the street so it all worked out. Would highly recommend hosting a private event or attending one of their regular cooking classes. May and her team are very professional and passionate about what they do, and it shows!

We had the best time taking cooking and dining together for my mom's birthday! Delicious food and…read moregreat company.

This was of the best brunches I've ever had in Jersey! I came here with my family because we saw…read morethat this place is run by a famous chef (Maricel) and that they even offer cooking classes. We were quite hungry so we ordered one of the tower sets and some other stuff like lumpia and eggs. I loved the tower- it featured a superb mix of meats, potatoes, eggs, and sweet pastries. I will definitely say either share it or come super hungry because I was stuffed to the brim by the end of the meal. Service is super fast and efficient too. The owner did rounds to talk to everyone as well which felt quite inviting. The vibe inside is also nice and cozy, and the tables are spaced pretty far apart so it doesn't feel crammed in there. Overall, highly recommend as one of the best Filipino spots and brunch spots in the central Jersey area.

Maricels Kitchen Is Bitchen!…read more What a imaginative way to serve several dishes at 1 time. Usually called a boodle or Ramadan, where the layout several dishes on leaves on the table, all dishes were served on a 3 tier tower. Cute for a celebration. The towers immediately brought to mind English tea service, with finger foods displayed on two- or three-tier stands. The customer service truly stood out, from the attentive waitstaff to the three chefs who came out to greet us--including Chef Maricel herself--the hospitality felt warm and genuine. The dining room is cozy and inviting, with a mix of sofas and chairs giving living-room vibe. They offer two preset towers, and we ordered the first: The Classic Filipino Brunch Tower, which included: Siomai, Crispy Shrimp, Ukoy (sweet potato and vegetable fritters), Pork Tocino, Beef Tapa, Bangus (milkfish), Garlic Fried Rice, Fried Eggs, Salted Eggs with Tomatoes and Atchara, Homemade Pandesal, Suman, and the Chef's selection of homemade pastries. It would be great if guests could choose items from a list or make substitutions. There were no substitutions allowed, so we had to pick the tower with the fewest items we wouldn't eat. I especially wanted the Torta Talong from Tower 2, but it wasn't available as a side dish. The siomai was the first item cooked--it arrived cold and had started to harden. Everything else was delicious. Since the towers are meant to be shared, providing tongs would be a thoughtful touch and more hygienic for communal dining. We also ordered a few side dishes. The Lumpia Shanghai were fresh and delicious, though a few were still pink inside. The Baked Siopao was dry and lacked sufficient meat and sauce. The Empanadas, however, were the clear favorite--fresh, flaky, generously filled with savory seasoned beef and vegetables, and baked to perfection. Every bite was a flavor explosion, and we were literally fork-fighting over them. The Sans Rival was the perfect ending to the meal--so good that we ordered an extra slice to take home. **BYO LIQOUR** I would love to take my Mom for a dinner.

Recently, my Girl Scout troop participated in a baking class with Cynthia. The girls had a…read morewonderful time and learned so much about table manners, the basic principles of baking, and how to set a table properly. Plus, the cake they made was delicious. The event space was lovely too. Cynthia could not have been more accommodating. I highly recommend her to host your next event.

Daughter had her 8th birthday party with Chef Cynthia and it was fantastic. Not only was the party…read moreand the baking fun it was educational. Chef Cynthia and her assistant were great with kids, well mannered and managed the 10 youngsters easily. All the kids and parents loves the unique party idea and are still talking about it! Well worth every penny.

There's a reason Scott and his team are #1 on yelp. They were attentive, professional, engaging and…read moremost importantly the food was fantastic. It was an excellent experience and I recommend them to anyone looking for a private chef Steve

My review is past due but worthwhile to take the time to write. I had a dinner party back in Feb…read more2023 with friends. I came across Chef Scott from the Nextdoor App and decided to hire him. Best decision ever!!! Everything was Outstanding!!! Scott was very accommodating and we worked really well in collaboration on the menu. I had an idea what I was looking for but his talents helped to put the perfect menu together for the evening. Which consist of: ...Grilled Romaine Salad with fresh Caesar dressing and Parmesan frico. ...Homemade Sweet Potato Gnocchi with sage-brown sauce ...Slow roasted Mediterranean Lamb with sautéed Broccolini + bell peppers and Roasted herbed potato medley Thank you again Chef Scott!!!