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I am passionate about food and the land from where it comes. I graduated from the French Culinary Institute (now International Culinary Center) in Campbell CA, where I focused on preparing local ingredients in traditional French styles. I continued to pursue this combination of local ingredients with French flair in NYC, London, and now the Bay Area. I also teach at my family home in El Dorado County, where we are surrounded by bountiful produce and incredible wine.

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Bay Area Cooking Class: Gourmet Mediterranean Desserts From Scratch

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Bay Area Hibachi Catering: Hibachi Grill Extravaganza

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Explore the delights of Japanese hibachi grilling with a personalized touch for your special event. This private chef meal brings the art of hibachi cooking right to your home. Led by Chef Josh, your group will be treated to an interactive culinary experience as he expertly prepares your choice of strip steak,...

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4.8

9 Reviews

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Bay Area Private Chef Meal: Curated Thanksgiving Feast

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Curated Thanksgiving Feast

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Get a taste of scrumptious Thanksgiving favorites crafted by a five-star chef. Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast made from scratch during a private chef meal with Chef Karen, who is excited to guide you through a flavorful holiday menu. Leave all the cooking up to a professional and simply enjoy the wholesome spirit of...

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Bay Area Private Chef Meal: Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

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Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

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Enjoy a chef-crafted Thanksgiving spread, ready to savor with your family at home. Chef Esh-Marie’s Thanksgiving drop-off menu captures the flavors of the season with dishes crafted to perfection. Each course brings a touch of comfort and luxury to your holiday table, allowing you to relax and enjoy. This...

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Bay Area Food Tour: Exploring the Mission District

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Exploring the Mission District

$79

Food Tour

$79

Discover the culinary secrets that lie at the heart of a cherished San Francisco neighborhood. This San Francisco food tour uncovers the Mission District through the flavors that define its everyday life and evolving identity. Shaped by waves of immigration and now known as the city’s Latino cultural heart, the...

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Bay Area Food Tour: Historic Ferry Building and Farmers' Market

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Historic Ferry Building and Farmers' Market

$99

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Prepare to savor the unique flavors of San Francisco's iconic Ferry Building and Marketplace. Embark on a culinary adventure in this 90-minute food tour and discover one of San Francisco's most iconic landmarks: The Ferry Building. Enjoy a diverse array of local delicacies and global fusion dishes. With Guide Lisa...

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Bay Area Food Tour: Experience Chinatown Like a Local

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Experience Chinatown Like a Local

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Visit the little-known parts of Chinatown that locals frequent on this walking food tour. The Chinatown you can discover on foot in back alleys, food markets and tiny restaurants will surprise you with new adventures around every corner. On this walking food tour, you'll experience the Chinatown locals know and love...

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Bay Area Team Building Activity: Handmade Bread and Pizza

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Gather your team for a baking experience that's both sweet and savory. Join an expert chef for a hands-on team building cooking class where you'll handcraft and roll your own handmade dough for two incredible recipes. Begin by preparing soft bread dough that you'll fill with an assortment of sweet or savory...

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Bay Area Team Building Activity: Vibrant Plant-Based Farm-to-Table Feast

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Bay Area Team Building Activity: Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

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Online Cooking Class: Italian Risotto and Gelato

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Online Cooking Class: Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

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Chef Joel's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 2 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Joel

Sydney

01/04/15

Chef Joel's dishes are works of art. His crab timbal was so impressive that I was almost hesitant to try it and ruin the structure. This is such a fun class where you get the chance to practice some great techniques and use some beautiful ingredients like courgette flowers! Chef Joel has some great knowledge and it's wonderful to chat and cook with him.

01/04/15

Sam

12/02/14

Chef Joel is an expert host. We showed up at his beautiful house in Fair Play, and got a tour of the property on his tractor -- from the plots of vegetables to the fields of Zinfandel grapes. We then took off in his truck to a few different wineries for free tastings, including a private barrel tasting at one, and I bought a few bottles for friends back home. Back at Chef Joel's he prepared a stunning meal with local and organic produce, fish, and meat, and taught us everything as we went along. It was an incredibly full, fun, and enchanting afternoon. Thanks Chef Joel!

12/02/14

Chef Joel

Gourmet Mediterranean Desserts From Scratch

Signature Wagyu Beef Dumplings From Scratch

Authentic South Indian Brunch

Hibachi Grill Extravaganza

Curated Thanksgiving Feast

Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

Exploring the Mission District

Historic Ferry Building and Farmers' Market

Experience Chinatown Like a Local

Handmade Bread and Pizza

Vibrant Plant-Based Farm-to-Table Feast

Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

Beginner's Guide to Making Sushi

Italian Risotto and Gelato

Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas