Ted

06/18/25

Enjoyed the instruction. Fresh ingredients. Lots of fun.

06/18/25

Trisha Durst

06/18/25

Very affable chef who loves teaching his art of sushi-making. We enjoyed our class and improved our skills. Tge finished products were delicious. I highly recommend Pao.

06/18/25

Dylan

06/15/25

Chef Pao went above and beyond!! He was super accommodating, knowledgeable, and fabulous to work with! I would recommend anyone and everyone to take his classes!

Handmade Sushi and More Review Photo from Cooking Class in Minneapolis 5

Handmade Sushi and More Review Photo from Cooking Class in Minneapolis 6

06/15/25

Keith

06/13/25

Chef Pao was amazing! Me made us feel welcomed and comfortable upon arrival and was extremely knowledgeable in his craft. We learned a ton about the art of sushi rolling and the food was phenomenal. Would definitely recommend!!!

06/13/25

Ben

06/11/25

My wife and I took this class with Chef Pao and were absolutely blown away. He made the process of making sushi so approachable and easy to follow, even for beginners like us. We not only had a great time during the class, but we also left with the confidence and skills to recreate everything at home – and we have! Chef Pao was patient, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about his craft. The step-by-step guidance, especially on rice prep and rolling technique, was exactly what we needed. The ingredients were fresh, the environment was fun and welcoming, and the hands-on experience was top-notch. If you’re looking to actually learn how to make sushi, this is the class for you. Highly recommend it for a date night, group activity, or just to pick up a new skill!

06/11/25

Joan

06/02/25

Excellent class: clear, fun, and tasty! Chef Pao is soft spoken, his directions and demos are easy to follow and nicely paced. I never thought making sushi rolls would be as doable as it felt. Highly recommended.

06/02/25

Khristine

05/23/25

Just wonderful. Chef Pao was very knowledgeable and patient with all of our questions. I booked it for a birthday gift for my SO and we had a great time. We’ve never made sushi before but after taking one class, I am confident that I could make my own simple rolls!

05/23/25

Andrew

05/18/25

We had a great time learning to make sushi! Chef Pao was extremely knowledgable and helpful for us first-time sushi-makers.

05/18/25

Carol

05/17/25

Had a great time and learned so much!! Thank you so much!!

05/17/25

Valerie

04/29/25

Had a great class with chef pao. Learned a lot about making sushi and where to buy ingredients, very fun and approachable class

04/29/25

Julie

04/13/25

We enjoyed our evening with Chef Pao. He was welcoming and patient as a teacher, and the sushi we made was delicious! I would highly recommend a class with Chef Pao!

04/13/25

Bill

04/08/25

Chef Pao was friendly and easy to work with. We’d definitely take another class!

04/08/25

Cala

03/29/25

We had a great time and Chef Pao was a patient and kind teacher. Thank you!

03/29/25

Brent

03/21/25

Really enjoyed this class! Chef Pao is a very good instructor and did a nice job of walking us through the steps of making sushi. Feel like I can start making some at home now!

03/21/25

Mark

03/17/25

Great fun! Thoroughly enjoyed learning how to prepare potstickers and fried rice. Chef Pao is an excellent teacher - relaxed, knowledgeable, and a serious foodie.

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03/17/25

Aida

03/16/25

Had an amazing time with Chef Pao! He talks through all the steps at your pace and the appetizer and dessert were great too. Very good host. Highly recommend !

03/16/25

Jaimie

03/16/25

Chef Pao was very knowledgeable and a great host.

03/16/25

Matt

03/09/25

We loved the experience with Chef Pao. Learning the tricks of making sushi, especially the rice, was fun! I would recommend Chef Pao to anyone interested in making sushi at home. Plus, it was a fun date night activity.

03/09/25

Steve

03/09/25

We had a great time with Chef Pao. He is an excellent teacher and the sushi that we made was incredible. Loved the cozy setting. Would definitely recommend this class.

03/09/25

Justine

02/26/25

Chef Pao was a patient teacher who graciously hosted us in his home for a sushi-making class. He included step-by-step instructions, a lot of great tips, and provided fresh ingredients for us so our first experience making sushi was low-pressure. The rolls were delicious!

02/26/25

Eva

02/18/25

The class with Chef Pao was really fun and informative! It was just me and my daughter, and Chef Pao was great at explaining things to us and helping us create some delicious sushi rolls!

02/18/25

Karl

02/17/25

Chef Pao was very hospitable and taught a fun, informative sushi making class! The ingredients were fresh and tasty. It was a fun experience overall. Constructive feedback: - Include a small lesson on how to cook short grain white rice without a rice cooker. - Consider having light, background music to add to the ambiance.

02/17/25

Beth

02/16/25

Chef Pao was extremely welcoming in his home and was a wonderful teacher! My husband and I have never taken a cooking class before, let alone roll our own sushi! It was so much fun! We highly recommend Chef Pao’s class!

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02/16/25

Max Moroz

02/12/25

It was great, now I know how to cook the best rolls.

02/12/25

Holly

02/10/25

This was such a great experience! My entire family enjoyed it. Chef Pao was a really welcoming host and great instructor. We are excited to make more sushi!

02/10/25

Colin

02/07/25

Chef pao was a great teacher and the class was super fun!

02/07/25

Michael

02/07/25

Very enjoyable experience and good food! Chef Pao is a good teacher and created a fun environment for our evening out.

02/07/25

Abigail

02/03/25

Chef Pao was a joy to learn from! He took his time explaining the steps and gave plenty of time for questions.

02/03/25

Mary Ann

02/02/25

I highly recommend Chef Pao and his classes! His teaching made sushi-making easy and fun, and he shared his favorite local spots for purchasing sushi-grade fish and supplies. My husband and I had a great time, and we left feeling confident that we could indeed make ourselves sushi at home -- and the food was delicious! Pao's home was warm and inviting, as was the chef himself. We're definitely planning to take Pao's other sushi course later this year! Excellent experience overall.

02/02/25

Erin

01/31/25

Chef Pao was excellent, professional and entertaining. We had such a great time learning about the history of sushi and tips and tricks on how to make sushi at home.

01/31/25

Mitch

01/29/25

Chef Pao was amazing. He was thorough, patient, and gave a great class while intertwining fun. We left confident (and full) in our abilities to try making sushi on our own.

01/29/25

Brittney

01/19/25

The best class ever! We had a blast and chef pao was amazing and so welcoming. We learned so much. Don’t hesitate to try this class!

01/19/25

Heather

01/18/25

Highly reccomended this class! The environment was welcoming and relaxing and Chef Pao was an incredible host and teacher! I left feeling so much confidence to start my sushi making journey at home. Take the class, learn the skills, ask your questions, enjoy your creations!

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01/18/25

Jenna

01/05/25

Chef Pao was great, an awesome date night in his home, very knowledgeable and a good teacher.

01/05/25

Blake

01/04/25

Awesome experience!

01/04/25

William

01/04/25

Very relaxing and approachable experience! Chef Pao was welcoming and ran a smooth, enjoyable sushi making class. We would recommend for a casual, relaxing way to learn a new skill. He was also able to answer our questions about techniques and tips for making a healthy/tasty sushi roll.

01/04/25

Charles

01/04/25

Personable and welcoming. What a great time and teacher!

01/04/25

William

12/26/24

This was one of the best experiences of my life. Chef Pao does a great job.

12/26/24

Mike

12/26/24

Loved this guy! Thank you for a great meal. 6 hours later, I’m still full!!

12/26/24

Cheryl Stearns

12/22/24

Chef Pao is a natural teacher who really knows his craft. I felt welcome in his home and had a lot of fun.

12/22/24

kristi

12/15/24

Pao was great! He was kind, informative and very welcoming. We will be booking a class with him again! Highly recommend.

12/15/24

Tucker

12/09/24

Chef Pao was very welcoming to his home and provided very helpful information.

12/09/24

Michelle Livingston thorstad

12/07/24

Pau was amazing! We had so much fun and learned so much. Highly recommend him and his classes

12/07/24

Mariah

11/27/24

He was very kind and patient. The atmosphere is very clean and the food was very good! We had a blast!

11/27/24

Kirk Guillaume

11/11/24

Chef Pao answered all of our questions, provided great explanations, and the food we made was delicious.

11/11/24

Sarah

11/10/24

Chef Pao was awesome! Very personable and patient. I’d take an another class from him in a heartbeat!

11/10/24

Una Rae

11/10/24

It was a delight to meet Chef Pao. He is so knowledgeable, easy to talk with, great teacher. Had a wonderful experience!

11/10/24

Samantha

11/09/24

This was a great experience! Chef Pao was very welcoming, the class was great and the food was delicious.

11/09/24

Joshua

10/27/24

We had a great time with Chef Pao celebrating my mom's birthday! We would definitely recommend this class.

10/27/24

Hailey

10/20/24

Booked this class for my boyfriend for his birthday and we absolutely LOVED it! So much fun and Chef Pao was super knowledgeable and made it super easy for us to learn. We want to come back and do the advanced class!

10/20/24

Mary

10/17/24

We had the class for our leadership team. It was a great activity, and Chef did a fabulous job walking us throughout the entire experience! We had a blast and would definitely do it again!

10/17/24

Michelle

10/13/24

This was a fun and engaging experience for us. The class was informative and iastructions were easy to understand. Thanks, Chef Pao!

10/13/24

Erin

10/12/24

I think we were a little disappointed, paid for 2 hour class - but it was probably 20 minutes of instruction and our sushi does not look like the photos listed in the description.

10/12/24

Benjamin

10/12/24

Great experience! Pao is very professional and knowledgeable.

10/12/24

Laura

10/04/24

Chef Pao was very knowledgeable, kind, and fun! We enjoyed our time with him, learned a lot, and will definitely return for more classes. Highly recommend Chef Pao!

10/04/24

Noah

09/29/24

Chef Pao was extremely welcoming and had a good flow to his class. The sushi was better than what I find at nearby shops, and the knowledge I learned I look forward to using in my own home!

09/29/24

Steve

09/19/24

The class was fun and yummy but I would say pretty basic. I am not new to sushi making and was hoping to learn some new technics or recipes. Otherwise it was enjoyable experience.

09/19/24

Lauren

09/18/24

Chef Pao was very welcoming and knowledgeable! Great experience.

09/18/24

Monica

09/17/24

We had a really great time attending Chef Pao's class. He was welcoming and provided clear instructions and tips on how to make delicious sushi. It's a great experience and might try some of his other classes in the future.

09/17/24

Casandra

09/06/24

Chef Pao was the best! He has a warm personality which is amazing when we are cooking in the home. He was so informative and made my husband and I anniversary the best!!!

09/06/24

Nancy

08/14/24

Excellent class. Chef Pao was a very good teacher. So much fun to make our own sushi rolls then have a wonderful dinner.

08/14/24

Nicole

08/07/24

Our group enjoyed this experience a lot. Great presentation and instruction.

08/07/24

Grace

08/04/24

Chef Pao did a great job with teaching everyone how to make sushi and the specific ingredients necessary. If you get a chance to take his class you will love it!!

08/04/24

Beckett

08/03/24

Chef Pao was very welcoming and very informative. Great class- would recommend! You should know it is in his house but the space is great!

08/03/24

cheryl

08/03/24

My granddaughter and I attended Pao’s Sushi class. He is a cheerful, fun and excellent at teaching his skill. We made 3 types of rolls and then had the enjoyment of eating what we made along with a lovely salad he made for us and some Mochi ice cream for desert. I always thought making Sushi was a difficult task but with Paos instruction we were able to make very nice rolls first time. Great class.

08/03/24

Kyla Berreth

07/28/24

Such a great class. Chef Pao was so knowledgable and helpful. The food was fantastic! Would def do any other class with Chef Pao in the future. Highly recommend.

07/28/24

Zoe

06/29/24

Our time with chef Pao was unmatched. What a fun way to spent a Saturday. The sushi was incredible and it was very fun to learn about. 10/10 recommend

06/29/24

Natalia

06/12/24

The sushi was good and Chef Pao was very nice! I was expecting a longer class where we could learn and participate in making more of the food, the class was really just rolling the already prepared ingredients.

06/12/24

Gregory S

06/02/24

Chef Pao callled 90 minutes before our guests arrived to tell us he wasn’t coming. His excuse was that his flight arrived the morning of our event, not the night prior. He didn’t have the courtesy to tell us until the last minute. We needed up ordering takeout. It was a total let down. I will not use cozymeal again and I wouldn’t trust that chef pao will be there for your event.

06/02/24

Natalie

05/04/24

Chef Pao was great and the class was so fun! Three sushi rolls plus the cucumber/edamame salad and miso soup was more than enough food for each of us.

05/04/24

Angela

05/04/24

Chef Pao was fantastic! He is a great instructor and the meal was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for teaching us how to make sushi rolls and for the incredible experience.

05/04/24

Bri

05/03/24

What a fun & unique experience with Chef Pao! He invited us into his lovely home & taught us all about sushi & roll making. Loved all 3 of our rolls & enjoyed some delicious appetizers. A great idea for a date night or a fun night with a friend!

05/03/24

Bridget

03/27/24

Chef Pao was a kind and patient teacher and was clearly excited to demonstrate his knowledge on sushi-making. The class was well-organized and ran smoothly (our class of 4 people finished in about 1.5 hrs). The food that we made tasted great! One thing that I realized was that the menu mentioned mochi and we did not receive it, but I was definitely still full from the food we made. Overall I had a great time and would definitely recommend this class anyone interested in sushi!

03/27/24

Jackson

03/16/24

Chef Pao was absolutely fantastic— inviting, kind, fun and certainly knowledgeable! I bought this class for my girlfriend and I to attend as a Valentine’s Day gift and she was not disappointed (being the biggest sushi fanatic ever). I would definitely recommend any of Chef Pao’s services as our experience was fantastic. Thanks for the great time, Chef!

03/16/24

Chelsea

03/11/24

The class was informative, however, for the price I was expecting more. Also we were very surprised by the location of the class, no one in our group was anticipating it being at a house?? The website needs to make it more clear this class is at Chef Pao’s home, and not a facility or restaurant. Again for the price, was expecting more of an experience.

03/11/24

Alyssa Ackermann

02/20/24

Fun night out, Chef Pao was welcoming and knowledgeable!

02/20/24

Krystal

02/18/24

Chef Pao was very knowledgeable. The class was awesome. The menu wasn’t quite as described on the website, but everything was delicious.

02/18/24

Max

02/18/24

Had a wonderful time! Would 10/10 recommend.

02/18/24

David

02/17/24

Was awsome experience would definitely take another class Made everyone feel at home and answered all questions and explained everything in detail

02/17/24

Nickolas

01/27/24

We had a nice evening making delicious sushi with Chef Pao. He made it a comfortable and interesting experience for us and we really enjoy it. Thanks!

01/27/24

Mallory

01/14/24

Very good food and very personable!

01/14/24

Stephany

01/14/24

The sushi making class with Chef Pao was well worth it. He explained all the steps well and made the class fun.

01/14/24

Kate

01/13/24

We had so much fun at Chef Paos class! The sushi was delicious, he was very kind and knowledgeable, and we would definitely come back again! Such a great experience for me and my sisters, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone. Thank you Chef Pao!

01/13/24

Karen

01/10/24

Fun was had by all. Lots of tips to make sushi at home.

01/10/24

Hanxiao

01/10/24

Class is not well prepared. Chef did not pay attention to details.

01/10/24

Victor-John

01/09/24

Chef Pao is very professional and insightful. My wife and I had the best time and learned a lot.

01/09/24

Sarah

01/07/24

Chef Pao was amazing! He was prompt, professional, accommodating, and an amazing teacher. It was a wonderful experience.

01/07/24

Chelsea

01/06/24

Class was great! Pace and length were just right and Chef Pao was a great teacher. Would recommend to others!

01/06/24

Patrick

12/21/23

Chef Pao was fantastic! We loved the individualized experience and learned so much. We would recommend this to anyone.

12/21/23

Kacy

12/17/23

Our group had a great time and loved the experience!

12/17/23

Hannah

12/11/23

Chef Pao’s handmade sushi class was amazing! Chef Pao was incredibly kind and a great teacher. The sushi was delicious. I’d recommend this experience to anyone!

12/11/23

Zachary

12/07/23

The best class!

12/07/23

Becky

12/03/23

Chef Pao was nothing short of amazing! He was informative, interactive and entertaining! I loved the experience.

12/03/23

Krystal

11/26/23

We had so much fun. This was a birthday event for my 24 year old son. We had people from 18 to 95 years old and everyone had fun and learned how to make Sushi. Chef Pao was so knowledgeable and patient. Thank you Cozymeal! Thank you Chef Pao!

11/26/23

Kristi

10/29/23

Chef Pao's beginner sushi class was such a fun experience. It was an easy going atmosphere and Chef Pao was very kind, patient, and reassuring. My husband and I are looking forward to trying the advanced class in the future.

10/29/23

Dana

10/28/23

This was an awesome experience. Laid back and fun. Highly recommend this experience.

10/28/23

Justin

10/14/23

Chef Pao was great! Would highly recommend this class if you are new to making sushi.

10/14/23

Michele

09/16/23

This was so great. I took my husband, son and DiL, we all learned how to make sushi and where to buy the freshest ingredients. The food was delicious! We went really hungry and left very full. Also, he worked around my hubby's allergies. Thanks again Chef

09/16/23

Julie

09/11/23

This was a blast! It was definitely cozy, just 2 couples and Chef Pao. He was very good at teaching us how to master the art of making sushi. He mastered it, we didn’t do too bad!! Would recommend for sure.

09/11/23

Rachel

08/24/23

Personable, educated, fun! Very much enjoyed myself!

08/24/23

Bethany

08/19/23

Chef Pao was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the art of making sushi feel really accessible.

08/19/23

Amanda

06/26/23

We gifted this sushi making experience to my MIL for Mother's Day and everyone loved it! Chef Pao was professional and friendly and the food was incredible. We highly recommend Chef Pao!

06/26/23

Jean

06/05/23

We hired Chef Pao for a birthday event in our home. He did not disappoint! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed making sushi for the first time. I would highly recommend Chef Pao and look forward to taking his advanced class!! Thank you, Chef!!

06/05/23

Ryan

05/28/23

Chef Pao was great! Very polite, made an excellent meal, and cleaned up well. I would definitely recommend Chef Pao.

05/28/23

Amy

05/28/23

So accommodating & friendly! Everything was great!

05/28/23

Jamie

05/28/23

Chef Pao was great!

05/28/23

Kirk

04/13/23

Chef Pao delivered on a wonderful corporate event. Would highly recommend him!

04/13/23

Penny

03/20/23

We booked a hybrid class for my daughters 12th birthday party - great food, great experience, and Chef Pao was excellent with the kids! Highly reccomend!!!

03/20/23

Ryan

02/06/23

Awesome experience and would recommend to go! Very informative and experienced chef that made us feel at home during the experience. Thank you Chef Pao!

02/06/23

Sarah

02/04/23

Amazing class! Highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in learning how to make sushi!

02/04/23

Joe

01/24/23

The class was great and the food was delicious! Pao taught us every step of the way and answered any questions we had during the process. The egg rolls were so good and we have already made them again using his teachings.

01/24/23

Abigail

01/08/23

We went in not knowing what to expect. Needless to say expectations were exceeded. Chef Pao is incredible!

01/08/23

Olga

01/07/23

Amazing fun experience. Lovely date. Will be making sushi at home!

01/07/23

Dylan

07/11/22

Wonderful Experience!

07/11/22

Kelly

08/08/20

Great experience!! We are already planning our next class! Thank you for your time and expertise!

08/08/20

Marisa

12/22/19

Great experience and chef!

12/22/19

Reviews Chef Pao received outside of Cozymeal

Terri

10/30/19

Chef Pao’s service was excellent! He went above and beyond to made sure everything was perfect. Everyone raved about the food. Thank you for making the event excellent!!

10/30/19

Steve

10/30/19

Food was great and I loved it.

10/30/19

Zang

10/30/19

Great sushi, and knowledgeable about the fish.

10/30/19

Yer

10/30/19

Chef Pao's cooking is exceptional and entertaining. He enjoys teaching about culinary art techniques and cooking methods, so he won't disappoint if you have the chance to see him cook and learn from him. As with the dishes he creates, there is no disappointment. He is passionate and it shows through the flavor he extracts from simple ingredients. All in all, he can always bring a unique twist on classic dishes, and that is probably what I enjoy the most about his cooking style.

10/30/19

Emilee

10/30/19

Pao has excellent people skills and truly cares about how what he teaches to others! He’s passionate and creative when it comes to perfecting his craft, I highly recommend choosing him to learn more about what his cuisine can offer!

10/30/19

Anel

10/30/19

Very good chef and dedicated to his craft. He is very knowledgeable about his craft.

10/30/19

Tony

10/30/19

Had a great meal made by my friend !! Egg rolls and cheese puffs were very nice !!!

10/30/19

Amber

10/30/19

Sushi rolls are amazing.

10/30/19

Morgan

10/30/19

Made some egg-rolls and fried rice for my family! Delicious and everyone loved it! Very good food.

10/30/19

Chef Pao

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