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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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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. Each dish showcases classic techniques and rich, comforting flavors that have defined French...

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Los Angeles Hibachi Catering: The Ultimate Hibachi Experience

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Experience the wonders of Japanese hibachi. Enjoy the fun, interactive and mouthwatering experience of genuine hibachi in this private chef meal. Five-star Chef Adam will set up his own very own hibachi grill. Choose from a wide variety of proteins, from strip steak to seafood to vegetarian options. Then, sit...

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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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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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Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites

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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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Bring a taste of sun-soaked Spain to your table with this chef-led cooking class Paella is one of the world’s most-loved dishes and this online cooking class offers the chance to finally master it at home. Sign up and you’ll be guided by a world-class chef, learning the time-honored traditions and secrets behind...

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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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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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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

Romantic Italian Cooking - Date Night

Fundamentals of Handmade Pasta

Sophisticated Sushi

Rustic French Fare

The Ultimate Hibachi Experience

Traditional Steakhouse Menu

Explore Venice Beach

Iconic Venice Beach Food Favorites

French Feast

Festive Charcuterie Board Showdown

Asian Cuisine: Japan & Thailand

Serving the Spanish Summer

Street Food From Barbados

Beginner's Guide to Making Sushi

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