Chef Karen in Toronto | Cooking Classes, Private Chefs, Team Building & More | Cozymeal

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Chef Karen, who attended Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts and previously ran a prepared meals company and catering business, has been crafting incredible fare for her clients for almost 20 years. As a private chef and instructor, she stresses that, “great cooking isn’t about recipes — it’s about techniques.” Chef Karen strives to make her cooking classes and team building events a fun and hands-on way to bond while acquiring new skills.

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Toronto Cooking Class: Elevate Your Knife Skills

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Elevate Your Knife Skills

Learn essential knife techniques while preparing a seasonal gourmet menu from scratch. Get comfortable with your chef’s knife in this engaging cooking class led by Chef Karen. You’ll learn how to hold your knife properly, keep it sharp and master key techniques like slicing, Julienne and brunoise cuts, all while...

Next Date: Tue, Aug 19th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: The Chef's Table Demystified - Learn the Basics

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The Chef's Table Demystified - Learn the Basics

Master six essential kitchen techniques in this hands-on class designed to build everyday cooking confidence. Sharpen your culinary skills in this foundational hands-on cooking class with Chef Karen, where you'll explore six essential techniques every home cook should know. From knife skills and soup making to...

Next Date: Thu, Aug 21st at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: Easy Dinner Party With a Touch of Elegance

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Easy Dinner Party With a Touch of Elegance

Learn how to create the perfect dinner party menu from scratch with Chef Karen. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to prepare a stress-free, make-ahead menu perfect for effortless entertaining. Designed with casual dinner parties in mind, this experience will equip you with techniques to impress...

Next Date: Tue, Aug 26th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: Perfectly Seasoned Moroccan Dishes

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Perfectly Seasoned Moroccan Dishes

Learn traditional Moroccan cooking techniques in this immersive cooking class. Join Chef Karen for an engaging, hands-on cooking class that explores the rich culinary traditions of Morocco. You'll practice essential techniques like layering spices, using fresh herbs, and mastering slow-cooked dishes. Guided by...

Next Date: Thu, Aug 28th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: Make Comforting Soups Year-Round

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Make Comforting Soups Year-Round

Elevate your soup skills with recipes inspired by each season’s harvest. Discover the year-round comfort of homemade soup in this cozy and creative cooking class. Chef Karen will guide you through the process of building rich stocks, balancing bold flavors and preparing seasonal soups that highlight the freshest...

Next Date: Thu, Sep 4th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: Double the Fun - Parisian Kitchen for Two

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Double the Fun - Parisian Kitchen for Two

Turn up the romance with a hands-on French cooking class perfect for your next date night. Love and the irresistible aroma of French cuisine set the stage for an unforgettable date night in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Karen. You and your partner will learn essential kitchen skills while preparing a...

Next Date: Tue, Sep 9th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: Sauté and Sizzle - French Bistro

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Sauté and Sizzle - French Bistro

Learn classic French bistro techniques in this hands-on cooking class inspired by Parisian cuisine. Transport yourself to a Parisian bistro in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Karen, where you'll master timeless French cooking techniques. Begin by crafting a savory tarte tatin layered with caramelized onions...

Next Date: Thu, Sep 11th at 6:00PM & other times

Toronto Cooking Class: The Decadent Delights of a Persian Meal

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The Decadent Delights of a Persian Meal

Learn how to handcraft a variety of Persian recipes completely from scratch. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Karen will introduce you to the vibrant world of Persian cuisine, where colors, flavors and aromas come together in harmony using grains, fruits, meats, herbs and spices. Start by preparing mirza...

Next Date: Thu, Sep 11th at 6:00PM & other times

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Karen THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Toronto Cooking Class: Foolproof Party Appetizers

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Foolproof Party Appetizers

Master Chef Karen’s secrets to composing a successful, stress-free dinner party. Whether you're throwing a weekend get together or a fantastic soirée, the occasion calls for petite bites that can be served in individual portions. In this hands-on class, you will learn how to impress your guests! The class begins...

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REVIEWS

Chef Karen's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 33 reviews

Reviews guests left for this experience

M

04/07/25

Great setup (professional kitchen) and convenient downtown area in Toronto. Very enjoyable experience - highly recommend.

04/07/25

Melissa

03/28/25

I came by myself and that’s ok(date nights and family birthdays in the room)! Great “Experience”gift. Menu and method delicious and worked well.

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03/28/25

Luca

01/23/25

Chef Karen clearly has tons of experience under her belt! Her space is very well equipped and we got to learn new tips and techniques. The menu was great, giving us exposure to a cuisine that we weren't familiar with at all! It was truly a fun and enriching experience, would definitely recommend!

01/23/25

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