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Chef James has a storied culinary history. Over his 25 years in the industry, he was a dedicated owner of two businesses: A cupcake bakery and a pizza shop. He prides himself on using high-quality ingredients to elevate his recipes. Warm and engaging, Chef James is enthusiastic about using his history as a restauranteur to create personable culinary experiences for a new audience.

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: Make a Showstopping Layered Cake

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Indianapolis Private Chef Meal: Classic Fare From North India

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Classic Fare From North India

$89 each

Private Chef Meal

$89

Enjoy a selection of well-known Indian recipes with an emphasis on freshness and flavor. The authentic flavors of North India come to your kitchen table in this private chef meal with Chef Pravy where her classic recreations of cultural favorites will be yours to savor. This hearty menu includes vegetable...

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Great for Groups of 15-20

Essential Indian Spread

$139

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Indianapolis Team Building Activity: Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

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Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

$85

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$85

Fold, pleat and battle your way through Indianapolis’s ultimate dumpling-making showdown. Get ready for a lively, laugh-filled dumpling-making team building activity in Indianapolis! You’ll learn how to make global dumpling favorites like gyoza, bao and wontons before jumping into the challenge.   Fold,...

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Indianapolis Team Building Activity: Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

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CHEF’S PLACE

Great for Groups of 15-20

Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

$139

Team Building Activity

$139

Gather your colleagues and create then enjoy your very own pizza creations. This team building activity is an excellent way to spend time out of the office and learn new kitchen skills together. With Chef Pravy, you’ll learn how to personalize pizzas using a wide variety of toppings. First, enjoy a classic...

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Online Cooking Class: Pajama Brunch With Mimosas and Pancakes

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$29/Person

Sip mimosas and learn how to make the perfect pancakes, every time. Ever wonder how to make the fluffy, golden pancakes you devour at your favorite brunch spot? Learn how to whip them up yourself without leaving home (or changing out of your cozy pajamas!). In this interactive online class taught live from Tel Aviv,...

Next Date: Sun, May 10th, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta and Panna Cotta

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Virtually join Chef Davide in Tivoli, Italy for a truly authentic and unique epicurean experience. During this live interactive online cooking class, Chef Davide will join you virtually from just outside of Rome, Italy to teach you how to master two of the most iconic Italian recipes, including silky ribbons of...

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Online Cooking Class: Iconic Drinks and Dishes From the 90's

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Cooking Class + Mixology

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$29/Person

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$29/Person

From Jell-o shots to homemade SpaghettiOs, enjoy a fun night in the 90's. In this online mixology and cooking class, you'll take a walk down memory lane with Chef Vivian and Michi as you recreate popular '90s eats together that were "all that and a bag of chips." Begin with cosmo Jell-o shots with a squeeze of lime...

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: Seafood Cookery 101

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Seafood Cookery 101

$95

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$95

Fresh, local seafood transforms into a hearty and satisfying meal. Relish fresh, coastal flavors in this hands-on seafood-focused cooking class with Chef James. Elevate simple, local ingredients into upscale gourmet dishes that will become staples at home. Begin class by preparing a classic Caesar salad upgraded...

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

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Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

$85

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$85

Prepare a hearty Cajun-spiced meal from the bounty of the bayou. Prepare and savor an authentic Louisiana meal in this hands-on cooking class with Chef James. You'll learn all about the history and utility of the "holy trinity" in Cajun cuisine as you craft the ultimate pot of gumbo. Start with a big simmering pot...

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Indianapolis Cooking Class: An Authentic Taste of Spain

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An Authentic Taste of Spain

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$85

Step into the rustic flavors and time-honored traditions of Spanish cooking. Traditional Spanish cuisine is based on local, seasonal ingredients and unpretentious flavors. Learn the ins and outs of classic Spanish-style cooking in this hands-on class with Chef James as you navigate the culinary landscape of Spain....

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Chef James's Overall Rating

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Based on 1 review

Reviews Chef James received outside of Cozymeal

Bridget

09/21/22

Chef James is fantastic! He is a true culinary professional. He provided us with an exceptional dining experience. I highly recommend booking him as your next private chef!

09/21/22

Chef James

Make a Showstopping Layered Cake

Summer Smash: Burgers, Corn and Crumble

Essential Indian Spread

Classic Fare From North India

Essential Indian Spread

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Indianapolis

Gourmet Pizza-Making Workshop

Pajama Brunch With Mimosas and Pancakes

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef James THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Seafood Cookery 101

Classic Cajun Fare From the Bayou

An Authentic Taste of Spain