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Brazil-born Chef Mateus brings distinct international flair to his corner of the culinary world. He's worked in kitchens around the globe, including in eateries in Australia, New Zealand, New York and California. He's also served as head chef at the U.S. Embassy in Paris. Chef Mateus currently owns and operates a meal prep and delivery service in NYC and is eager to share his knowledge with chefs of all skill levels.

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Los Angeles Cooking Class: Daily Bread Sampler

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Los Angeles Private Chef Meal: Rustic French Fare

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Rustic French Fare

$129 each

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$129

Savor a taste of classic French cooking from a skilled and seasoned chef In this private chef meal, you can indulge in a hearty feast inspired by the flavors of the French countryside prepared by a world-class chef. First, the chef will warm your soul with a creamy and colorful potato and leek soup followed by...

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Los Angeles Private Chef Meal: Taste of Asia

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Sample the signature flavors of Asia with this gourmet tasting menu by Chef Mert In this private chef meal, the chef invites you on a multi-course journey highlighting iconic flavors, textures and techniques from across Asia. To start, a fresh wakame seaweed salad awakens the palate followed by savory fried pork...

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Enjoy a four-course steakhouse feast curated by Chef Rebecca. Savor a handcrafted, quintessential steakhouse meal in this private chef meal with Chef Rebecca. Start with crimini mushrooms filled with sausage and cranberries and topped with a toasted butter crumble, and a classic wedge salad with crispy bacon and...

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Los Angeles Food Tour: Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites

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Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites

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Explore fresh, iconic dishes in Los Angeles’ creative and vibrant beachside community. Venice Beach comes alive on this food tour celebrating the coastal flavors and vibrant culture that make this California hotspot unique. Discover a delicious blend of fresh, local bites and laid-back beach vibes in an...

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Los Angeles Weekend Food Tour: Explore Venice Beach

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Weekend Food Tour

Explore Venice Beach

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On this exciting weekend food tour, you'll enjoy fresh flavors of iconic Venice Beach. Experience Venice Beach on a weekend food tour that celebrates coastal flavors and vibrant local culture. This tour blends fresh, wholesome bites with iconic California sights for a truly memorable escape. Begin with a refreshing...

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Discover the secrets of preparing classic French favorites alongside your team. Collaboration is key in this team building cooking class with Chef Rebecca where you'll work together to craft a feast inspired by the rich and rustic flavors of France. Begin by topping toast with a mix of white beans, herbs and brown...

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Invite your colleagues to a fun and interactive culinary experience. Learn how to prepare a stunning charcuterie tray and engage with co-workers in this team building activity. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn sourcing, slicing and arranging techniques. Divide into teams where you'll use communication,...

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Boost team spirit through collaborative Italian cuisine. Dive into a flavorful team building activity that brings colleagues together in an Italian-inspired kitchen. Teams will tackle various recipes, from appetizers to desserts, learning to work efficiently and support one another. Starting with bruschetta, moving...

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Commemorate the flavors of a diverse culture by preparing a traditional meal using authentic ingredients. Hispanic Heritage Month comes alive in the form of a delicious feast in this interactive online cooking class with Chef Vivian and Michi. Using a variety of fresh meats, vegetables and seasonings, you'll create a...

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Online Cooking Class: Authentic Italian Pasta From Scratch

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Live from Madrid, Spain!

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Create a classic Italian meal featuring scratch-made pasta with Chef Carlos. In this interactive online pasta-making class, you'll learn how to make simple pasta dough completely from scratch using only three ingredients. As you cook together, Chef Carlos — who will be teaching live from Spain — will guide you in...

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Online Cooking Class: Authentic Israeli Comforts

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Craft your own flavorful comfort foods from Israel. This engaging online cooking class taught by Chef Roxy will teach you the recipes and techniques for crafting authentic Israeli comfort foods. Improve your skills and enjoy a feast in your own kitchen. First, learn how to make sweet and soft challah bread with...

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Enjoy classic seafood dishes inspired by American and European ingredients. Immerse yourself in a world of gourmet flavor with this private chef meal where you'll enjoy classic seafood dishes incorporating ingredients from a variety of different countries. Begin with an octopus and shrimp ceviche followed by a...

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Los Angeles Cooking Class: Fundamentals of Asian Cuisine

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Join Chef Mateus for a professional lesson in Asian-style cooking. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Mateus, you'll learn the fundamental skills you need to handcraft a classic Asian-style feast as you explore ingredients and seasonings that add a unique umami flavor to recipes, such as dashi and furikake....

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Los Angeles Cooking Class: Traditional Thai Feast

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with Chef Mateus. This Thai-inspired menu explores the dynamic flavors and diverse techniques of the cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Mateus, you'll delve into ingredients commonly found in Thai dishes, like fish sauce, cashews and coconut, that give this...

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Los Angeles Cooking Class: French Seafood Specialties

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Learn classic French cooking techniques with Chef Mateus to impress at your next gathering. An attractive charcuterie board is a must-have for grazing at a party or celebration. Learn how to create a stunning French-style charcuterie board and a spectacular seafood dinner to follow in this hands-on cooking class with...

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REVIEWS

Chef Mateus's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 56 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Mateus

Jackie

09/27/23

My second class with Chef Mateus and neither has disappointed! He is patient, knowledgeable, and adaptable to any cooking setting. Both sessions I've walked away with tricks that I can implement at home to be a better cook.

09/27/23

Amanda

09/27/23

Chef Mateus is a wonderful, friendly instructor! Our group had so much fun, enjoyed the food, and highly recommend!

09/27/23

Carolyn

08/25/23

We had the best time in this class! Food was delicious, the space was very cozy and Chef Mateus was very prepared and taught us tons of helpful tips. 10/10 recommend!

08/25/23

Alondra

02/08/23

Chef Mateus was exceptional! He was so knowledgable and engaging throughout the whole class and was able to teach us in such a comforting and calm way. The atmosphere was not intimidating at all and my mom and i had a lovely time and learned so much! I will definitely be doing this again and gifting someone this experience it truly is so worth it at any level of cooking you are at. Thanks for an awesome time Chef Mateus!

02/08/23

Sabrina

02/06/23

Super fun cooking class! Chef Mateus is a great balance of fun, professional, and personable. The dishes were super delicious. My boyfriend loved the class and already said he wants to do more. Would highly recommend to anyone interested in a fun couples activity.

02/06/23

Richard

02/03/23

Thai Feast class. (We were a couple doing a Thurs PM class). Loved it! Such an intelligent, charming and well travelled chef. Restaurant quality result that can work perfectly at home, in one frying pan. Super class, veg prep, knife skills, food prep tips so much beyond the recipe, great advice about ingredients and some good pointers for quality utensils.

02/03/23

Laxton

12/04/22

Fantastic food and learned a lot!!! I would highly recommend for any occasion.

12/04/22

Anna

10/13/22

The class was very informative and fun. Mateus was very nice and provided a lot of interesting cooking tips and Thai secrets related to spices. He used good quality products. Thai feast was truly a feast I was able to take some home and my husband enjoyed it. I certainly recommend this experience!!

10/13/22

Amanda

10/12/22

Our company invited Chef Mateus to our office for a small cooking class and had the best time! Despite the limitations of our space, Mateus and his wife came prepared with the right equipment and put on a beautiful, engaging, fun class. The dishes we prepared were delicious, yet simple enough for beginners. More experienced cooks left with new tricks from Mateus who’s spent years in world renowned kitchens! Our space was left cleaner than it was found. The dishwashing did not go unnoticed! Thanks so much again!

10/12/22

Bet Jones

06/13/22

Chef Mateus was super friendly and made sure we knew what we were doing with clear instructions while ensuring we were having a great time. He helped make my birthday a very special event, highly recommend!!

06/13/22

Zeid

06/06/22

My girlfriend and I had an incredible time cooking with and learning from Chef Mateus! The kitchen and rustic dining space really set the intimate scene where we got to enjoy the phenomenal food we cooked together. We received many useful tips and insights, not only with Thai food, but also with cooking in general. Chef Mateus was very accommodating with our meals and experience, and was happy to go into detail answering our cooking questions. We'll definitely be putting our new knowledge to use when cooking at home. Left feeling very satisfied. Definitely recommend!

06/06/22

Archana

03/31/22

Super entertaining, knowledgeable, patient teacher. Chef Mateus shared his cooking secrets and helpful pointers. Was a very enjoyable and intimate cooking experience with me and my Mom not to mention the food was amazing.

03/31/22

Cindy

12/08/21

Our cooking class with Chef Mateus was amazing! We had a team bonding activity and chose the Thai Feast class. He was very knowledgeable of Thai cuisine, taught us a lot of tips and tricks for cooking, and most importantly – the meal was amazing. I would definitely recommend taking a class with Chef Mateus!

12/08/21

Nina

11/22/21

I brought my spouse to Chef Mateus's kitchen as a birthday surprise gift. The experience exceeded our expectations! Not only did we get tons of valuable knowledge about Thai cuisine and tips&tricks for achieving a mouth-watering flavor, but we also had lots of fun and got to take the remainings of our dinner home - that's how much food we cooked together. It was incredible, and we're planning to come back. Chef Mateus taught us so much about cuts and spices, I already feel like a better cook. Thank you very much.

11/22/21

Leon

11/17/21

Excellent attitude and dishes were very learnable. Highly recommend. I would gladly take another class.

11/17/21

Chef Mateus

Daily Bread Sampler

Italian Steakhouse

Fine Italian Dining

Rustic French Fare

Taste of Asia

Traditional Steakhouse Menu

Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites

Explore Venice Beach

French Feast

Festive Charcuterie Board Showdown

Taste of Teamwork With Italian Kitchen Fun

Culinary Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

Authentic Italian Pasta From Scratch

Authentic Israeli Comforts

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Mateus THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

American-European Seafood Fusion

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Mateus THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Fundamentals of Asian Cuisine

Traditional Thai Feast

French Seafood Specialties