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Chef Vivian has studied culinary arts in France, Italy, Spain and Africa, gaining over 40 years of cooking experience. She has perfected the flavors of New Orleans and French cuisines and after owning a farm in North Carolina, Chef Vivian is well-versed in using hyper-local ingredients in meals. With a doctorate in educational leadership, Chef Vivian seeks to help students master cooking skills and boost their kitchen confidence.

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Cemeteries And Gardens of New Orleans

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Garden District Food and Cemetery Tour

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Learn the secrets to down-home, Louisiana-style cooking. Tantalize your taste buds with Creole flavors in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Vivian, where you'll create homemade sauces that compliment any meal as you cook your way through a classic Cajun meal. Start with mixed spring greens and a savory and...

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Roll up your sleeves as you study and create the flavors of New Orleans. Craft a handful of Louisiana favorites for a well-rounded, classic Creole meal in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Vivian. You'll master the art of perfectly seasoned recipes from starter to dessert. First, you'll fry up bite-sized pieces...

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Chef Vivian's Overall Rating

4.7 / 5

Based on 13 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Vivian

Renetta

05/31/24

We drove from Shreveport to New Orleans and Chef Vivian was not there for my 12 noon class. I had 4 other excited people with me to take the class. I was embarrassed because I had booked this class for us. Disappointed because it didn’t happen. I got confirmation I was booked and received no notice that she would not be there. A long drive for nothing! ?

05/31/24

Sheila

01/09/24

Great experience. Recipes were good and it was fun working with her and her grandson. An experience we won’t forget!

01/09/24

Christina

08/13/23

Chef Vivian not only has talent but she has personality. Her cooking class was the highlight of my trip. I can’t wait to try these recipes when I get home. I highly recommend this class!

08/13/23

Michelle

01/15/23

Chef Vivian was fantastic! She was warm and welcoming. She knew her stuff and had fantastic stories. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our cooking experience with her! We will be booking with her in the future!

01/15/23

Jennifer

12/29/22

Chef Vivian was welcoming, professional, and a great teacher. We loved hearing about the history of the area. Chef Vivian was knowledgeable and entertaining in telling us how the dishes we made became so popular here. We felt very special to share a kitchen with such an experienced chef. She showed us how to “cook with love.” The food tasted amazing! With her personality and skill, Vivian should have her own show on tv. We had a wonderful time and can’t wait for another chance to book with Chef Vivian!

12/29/22

Nicole

11/07/22

Vivian made our anniversary so special. She was incredibly friendly, knowledgable, and fun to be with. This was our first time doing something like this and she blew us away. We will definitely use the recipes again and again. Thank you Vivian!

11/07/22

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Vivian THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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