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Chef Jalen’s culinary career has taken him from being line cook, sous chef or kitchen manager at various restaurants to a lead position at a highly regarded Chinese bistro. He’s also a culinary entrepreneur, running a private chef and catering company. Chef Jalen’s experience working on the East Coast eventually led him to Charlotte, where he now happily shares his passion for international cuisine with students and aspiring chefs of all skill levels.

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Charlotte Cooking Class: New American Brunch

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Charlotte Hibachi Catering: Hibachi Culinary Showcase

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Hibachi Culinary Showcase

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Charlotte Team Building Activity: Guacamole and Salsa Feast - Charlotte

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Get ready for a lively and competitive salsa and guacamole-making team building activity in Charlotte. Bring your group together and compete for guac greatness in this flavorful showdown in Charlotte! With plenty of fresh ingredients, expert guidance and hands-on fun, you’ll mix, taste and laugh your way to the...

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Charlotte Team Building Activity: Learn to Roll Sushi - Charlotte

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Learn to make authentic Venezuelan arepas and three traditional fillings live online. Discover the soul of Venezuelan home cooking in this online cooking class led by a top-rated culinary expert with a deep passion for authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Arepas are a cornerstone of Venezuelan culture – eaten morning,...

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Learn how to make and decorate a charming mini cake for two to three people. Impress your friends and family with a beautifully decorated bento box cake using the skills learned in this interactive online cooking class. From the comfort of your own kitchen, a five-star chef will virtually guide you through creating a...

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Online Cooking Class: Health-Boosting Mocktails

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Power up with these four mood-boosting beverages meant relax and bring balance to your diet. Chef Angela-Michelle will bring her knowledge of plant-based nutrition to this mocktail-making class as you create libations that will power you from the inside with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Begin with an elderberry...

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Charlotte Cooking Class: Italian Dinner Party

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Italian Dinner Party

$85

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Prepare a four-course Italian meal full of fresh ingredients and bold, authentic flavors. Join Chef Jalen in this hands-on cooking class as he teaches you how to make a simple, yet delicious menu of Italian dishes. As you cook this four-course meal, Chef Jalen will also provide professional tips for plating...

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Charlotte Cooking Class: Sushi Workshop and East Asian Fare

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Sushi Workshop and East Asian Fare

$85

Cooking Class

$85

Learn to prepare sushi and other East Asian-inspired dishes with the help of Chef Jalen. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Jalen, you'll prepare a menu of sushi and other Asian-inspired dishes, along with a slew of culinary tips. This instructional class is great for sushi-making beginners, as well as more...

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Charlotte Cooking Class: Classic Mediterranean Menu

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Classic Mediterranean Menu

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Learn to make classic Mediterranean dishes, like crunchy falafel and savory kabob. Join Chef Jalen in this hands-on cooking class as he teaches you how to prepare a five-course Mediterranean dinner. Along with learning how to cook the dishes, you'll also learn tips for plating, seasoning and staying confident in the...

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REVIEWS

Chef Jalen's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 10 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Jalen

Jerome

04/16/22

Chef Jalen was really Awesome, I learned a lot of new techniques in the kitchen, really loved learning how to make pasta. The conversations were great and I would to have this experience again. Thank You Chef Jalen for a great experience.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

04/16/22

Tanya

04/02/22

My friends and I had such a good time. The food was great, and we all picked up helpful tips for our cooking! Thank you so much!

04/02/22

Sharon

04/01/22

All I can say is WOW!! Chef Jalen was amazing! The food was so good (better than any restaurant I ever have eaten at). He was very knowledgeable, helpful, funny, and kind. We definitely will be doing this again. Thank you so much! Sharon Dillard

04/01/22

Chef Jalen

New American Brunch

Make Your Own Sushi

DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Charlotte

Hibachi Culinary Showcase

Upscale Southern Comforts

French Coastal Cuisine

DIY Chocolates With Your Crew - Charlotte

Guacamole and Salsa Feast - Charlotte

Learn to Roll Sushi - Charlotte

The Venezuelan Kitchen: Arepas Three Ways

Bento Box Cake

Health-Boosting Mocktails

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Jalen THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Italian Dinner Party

Sushi Workshop and East Asian Fare

Classic Mediterranean Menu