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Eleni K. May, 2026

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Chicago (North Center)

We absolutely loved our cooking class with Chef Janet! We made bruschetta, a tagliatelle dish, and tiramisu and all of them were delicious! Chef Janet did such a great job catering to the different skill levels of our group members and jumping in when we needed help. My group had such a fun time learning something new and creating a new memory! Not only was she super helpful with teaching us how to cook, but she also came prepared with all of the materials and appliances! She also made sure everything was cleaned up before she left. I will definitely be using Chef Janet in the future!

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James D. May, 2026

Booked the class Unforgettable French Spread with Chef Janet in Forest Park

We had a wonderful meal, Chef Janet was not only a great teacher but also wonderful company and a great person to have a conversation with!

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Sheryl W. May, 2026

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Evergreen Park

The girls made bruschetta, gnocchi & tiramisu. We booked Chef Janet for my daughter’s 16th birthday party. Chef Janet worked really well with the girls and they enjoyed learning from her. My daughter loved the whole evening making her favorite meal with her closest friends, she didn’t have one favorite moment.

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Karen M. February, 2026

Booked the class A Taste of Italian Classics with Chef Janet in Chicago

What a delicious Italian meal we prepared ! The evening flew by as we all participated in the prep. Our budding chefs gained confidence and seasoned cooks some new tricks!

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Victor B. January, 2026

Booked the class From Savory to Sweet Bakes with Chef Janet in Cicero

This was a Christmas gift for my wife and i tagged along. We baked Gluten-free and Gluten-full rolls, scones and cinnamon rolls. We had a great time. My wife was able to learn from a Professional and we had a great time. We'll definitely do it again in the future. Thanks

Laura G. July, 2025

Booked the class A Taste of Italian Classics with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near West Side)

My sister and I had such a wonderful time in Janet’s cooking class! She was warm, knowledgeable, and made the experience both fun and approachable. We learned how to make a delicious bruschetta with olive tapenade, a perfectly cooked chicken marsala, and a silky panna cotta that was the perfect finish. Janet’s guidance made even the more intimidating steps feel easy, and we walked away with new skills—and full stomachs! Highly recommend her class to anyone looking for a hands-on and memorable culinary experience.

Sara W. March, 2025

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago

Such a fun time! Chef Janet was professional, kind, and a great teacher. We made and ate a lot of sushi!

Emm N. October, 2024

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet was very professional, she was an excellent teacher and we had a great time. She made the class very easy to follow, she was prepared with everything she was going to need and we learned a lot!

Devesh S. October, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago

We had a lovely time learning from Chef Janet, would highly recommend!

Michele A. April, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Forest Park

Chef Janet was wonderful! She came to our house for a for a family class in Dim Sum and we had a great time, especially our 6 year old granddaughter. We learned a lot and appreciate that she was willing to teach all of us. Looking forward to scheduling again!

Ellen B. January, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

We had SO much fun with Janet! She taught us a lot, was really kind and had great convo, and the food was delicious! She also left us absolutely nothing to clean up afterwards. We would absolutely book again. It was a great choice for my husband’s bday.

Colleen S. January, 2024

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Beverly)

Chef Janet is fantastic! She made the class accessible for three children and we all had a great time and learned some new skills! Highly recommend!

Gracie H. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Edgewater)

Janet was a hoot. We had so much fun making dimsum and every dish was beyond delicious. I can't wait to whip out these recipes for my next dinner party!

Claire P. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet was AWESOME! Booked her Dim Sum class for my 2 year anniversary. She comes with everything you could need (you need to supply nothing but a stove and microwave!) and then takes home all of the dirty pots and pans - no clean up was a lovely surprise. She is funny and great to talk to. Oh and most importantly, the food was delicious!

Matthew J. September, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

Our time with Chef Janet was nothing short of wonderful. It was a delightful experience to cook, converse, and create a wonderful memory with her. She was also very accommodating regarding potential dietary restrictions and made to share lots of useful techniques that could be used in our own cooking ventures. Please do yourself a favor and take one of her classes! You won’t regret it!

Derek B. September, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Portage Park)

All of the reviews say how great Chef Janet is…they are 100% correct. She makes the class such a nice experience. She was great with our kids and she was super patient.

Sarah M. September, 2023

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near North)

Chef Janet was great! She was super patient with us, explained everything clearly, and gave us some great tips!! We had a fantastic evening and are stuffed from so much sushi!

Adam S. July, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)

Chef Janet was great!

William W. August, 2026

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet

Chef Janet was incredible! As a birthday gift to my sister we booked Chef Janet for some Italian cooking and I have not one regret! The night started on schedule and Chef Janet brought everything including ingredients and cooking equipment. What made the night so special was Chef Janet’s amazing ability to cook, teach, laugh and listen. She was incredible. It doesn’t hurt that the food was absolutely incredible as well. The butternut squash ravioli with brown butter and sage was absolutely TO DIE FOR. My sister greatly appreciated the night and it will be memorable forever. Thank you, Janet!

Lucas S. August, 2026

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet

We learned to cook sushi with Janet and could not recommend highly enough! The course was very informative, the portions were generous, and overall we had a wonderful experience.

William C. July, 2026

Booked the class Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean with Chef Janet

We booked with Chef Janet for our anniversary. We chose her Mediterranean menu and everything was delicious - got to give a shoutout to the baklava! She was a wonderful teacher, guiding us through the process, and explaining what to look for. Chef Janet was great company and very kind, and we had an amazing time connecting over cooking. She brought all necessary equipment, and left us no mess to clean. Thank you, Chef Janet! We had an incredible time.

Anna B. July, 2026

Booked the class Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean with Chef Janet in Burbank

The class was absolutely incredible and Chef Janet was such a pleasure to spend time with! I’d highly highly recommend booking with her if you want to have a blast cooking and get fed well

Brian L. June, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Making at a Local Distillery with Chef Janet in Chicago (Norwood Park)

My 1st cozy meal class how to make sushi, was fun & easy, Thank you Janet!

Matt C. June, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Making at a Local Distillery with Chef Janet in Chicago (Norwood Park)

We had a great time at the sushi rolling class - so much so that we bought the ingredients right after!

Sanam D. April, 2026

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Loop)

Italian pasta night was amazing. Had the best experience with chef Janet. She was so fun to talk with as well! Will be doing this again.

Sanam D. April, 2026

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Loop)

Italian pasta night was amazing. Had the best experience with chef Janet. She was so fun to talk with as well! Will be doing this again.

Oma A. March, 2026

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Naperville

Janet was incredible! We loved our private class and highly recommend. We made gnocchi, bruschetta, and tiramisu all under her guidance and instruction. Janet is super personable and easy to get along with, and has a great sense of humor in addition to her impressive background! We highly recommend taking a class with her and will likely do so again in the future. Thank you for an amazing experience Janet!

Austin S. December, 2025

Booked the class From Savory to Sweet Bakes with Chef Janet in Highland Park

Chef Janet was amazing! She was so knowledgeable and made the experience so fun for my wife and I. I would recommend her (and plan to) to anyone interested!

Megan D. October, 2025

Booked the class From Dough to Delicious Pizza with Chef Janet in Lincolnwood

Fun class and Chef Janet was so helpfully in answering all our questions. Such a nice experience to do in your own home!

Austin E. September, 2025

Booked the class From Savory to Sweet Bakes with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lincoln Park)

Where do we even start! Chef Janet made our date night perfect. The food was amazing, the conversation was great and the tips and tricks are some that we will hold onto forever. The icing on the cake is that our kitchen is even cleaner than when she arrived! Highly recommend Chef Janet and any class she is doing. 10/10 experience. We are already planning our next event with her.

Drew S. August, 2025

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Streeterville)

Janet was super friendly, brought everything we needed, and was super attentive to all our needs and questions. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a fun cooking experience! The food was also delicious.

Laine C. August, 2025

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

Chef Janet was wonderful, and we had such a fun time during our Dim Sum class! Couldn't recommend her services more for anyone looking for a fun group activity!

Erica H. July, 2025

Booked the class Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

Chef Janet was fantastic! My partner and I had so much fun learning how to make bruschetta, pasta, and tiramisu on her birthday. Chef Janet brought all the materials needed and even cleaned up after, so it made for a fun and easy night for us.

Danielle H. July, 2025

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

Chef Janet was amazing--friendly, knowledgeable, and an excellent teacher. We learned so much and ate so well! Will definitely take other classes with her.

Wendy S. February, 2025

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet was excellent from start to finish! She created a fun and engaging experience, guiding us through the preparation of a wonderful meal with plenty of laughs along the way. Her instructions were clear, making it easy to learn new techniques while enjoying the process. Not only was the food delicious, but she also left my kitchen spotless—like she had never even been there. I highly recommend Chef Janet for an amazing experience!

Evan A. February, 2025

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Loop)

Janet was fantastic! We had such a fun time learning the art of pasta/ravioli making with her. She comes well prepared with everything (including pots/pans you name it) and her culinary knowledge is exceptional. HIGHLY recommend using Chef Janet you will not regret it. She also went above and beyond to assist in some modifications for dietary restrictions. :)

Jenny M. January, 2025

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near North)

We had a great time learning how to make sushi and Chef Janet was so wonderful. She was great company and very knowledgeable about many cuisines. We look forward to the next class we take with her!

Dylan C. January, 2025

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Homewood

Chef Janet came out to our house for the evening and showed my partner and I how to make Sushi Rolls. She came with everything necessary for the event, the only thing we provided was a table to work at, an outlet for a rice cooker, and an eager spirit to learn. She was an excellent, patient teacher. We would definitely book her again in the future.

Chris T. December, 2024

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lincoln Park)

Great experience with Chef Janet and my family group if 7 in my apartment building kitchen. We all learned a lot and had a very memorable experience.

Susan S. December, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Lake Forest

Janet was excellent, the food was delicious and experience of cooking it really fun. We wanted to be hands on and she had plenty for us to do, and the end results was fantastic and we have plenty of leftovers. We would definitely want her to come again, just what we were looking for.

Thomas L. December, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (River North)

Chef Janet was awesome! All of the food was so good, better than I've had in restaurants (Dim Sum). Janet was incredibly nice, instructive and great conversation. I would not have expected I'd be a semi-pro potsticker folder in such a short period of time, cooking is not my strong suit! I got this experience for my partner as a gift and she was so stoked. We would definitely do another cooking experience with Janet!

Justin S. November, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

Chef Janet delivered a fantastic private dim sum cooking class! Her clear instructions and hands-on teaching style made the experience both educational and fun. She expertly explained each technique while keeping the atmosphere light with great conversation. The dim sum we prepared was delicious, and we learned how to recreate everything at home. Chef Janet maintained perfect cleanliness throughout and left the kitchen spotless. Her professionalism, combined with her warm personality, made for an outstanding cooking experience. Pros: - Expert instruction - Delicious results - Great conversation - Spotless cleanup - Fun atmosphere Highly recommend for anyone interested in learning dim sum cooking!

Mihoko S. October, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)

We had a wonderful ravioli & cannoli cooking class with Chef Janet! She was very well prepared, easygoing and fun to chat with, and taught us with clear and thoughtful instructions that will make it easy to recreate her delicious recipes in the future! Overall fantastic experience and would recommend to friends or as gifts!

Barbara and Noah B. October, 2024

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Streeterville)

Chef Janet provided a terrific cooking experience. She was warm and personable, knowledgable and patient. My 14 year old grandson and I had a ton of fun, made and ate a ton of sushi, and brought some back for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks Chef Janet for a great experience.

Jonathan J. October, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lincoln Park)

Janet was great! She showed up on time, brought everything she would need for the night, and cleaned up everything after! She was kind and very helpful throughout the cooking process. The entire experience lasted slight over 2 hours. I would highly recommend Janet for your Cozymeal experience!

Horacio R. September, 2024

Booked the class Sensational Sushi Rolls with Chef Janet in Chicago (Loop)

Chef Janet was awesome! I booked her for a sushi class as a birthday surprise for my wife and she loved it. It was a very nice experience! She walks you through all the steps but also lets you use your creativity by creating your own rolls. Besides all that, she is such nice company! Would definitely recommend!

Greg B. September, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet taught us how to prepare a Dim Sum meal for 6 in our home. We learned by doing, as we rolled up sleeves to chop, mix, peel, roll, steam, fry, boil, etc etc. The best part was we now know how to make the perfect potsticker! She brought all needed cooking supplies and ingredients, was well organized, and cheerfully led us through the process. Great way to celebrate a birthday!

Nancy V. August, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near North)

Chef Janet was tremendous. She is an excellent chef and teacher with an easy-going style, making it fun and enjoyable. The beef and squash ravioli were wonderful, and I plan to try and make it again. I never knew that cannolis were so easy to make. (Hopefully, I can channel Chef Janet's technique!) I highly recommend Chef Janet for the rewarding and delicious experience of having a chef cook and instruct in your home!

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COOKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Essential Dim Sum

Sensational Sushi Rolls

Unforgettable French Spread

Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean

Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch

From Savory to Sweet Bakes

From Dough to Delicious Pizza

A Taste of Italian Classics

Sushi Making at a Local Distillery

Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

Make Handcrafted Chocolates

DATE NIGHT COOKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Essential Dim Sum

Sushi Making at a Local Distillery

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

Make Handcrafted Chocolates

GROUP COOKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Essential Dim Sum

Sensational Sushi Rolls

Unforgettable French Spread

Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean

Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch

From Savory to Sweet Bakes

From Dough to Delicious Pizza

A Taste of Italian Classics

Sushi Making at a Local Distillery

Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

Make Handcrafted Chocolates

PASTA MAKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

VEGETARIAN COOKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch

From Dough to Delicious Pizza

A Taste of Italian Classics

Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

ITALIAN COOKING CLASSES WITH Chef Janet

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch

From Dough to Delicious Pizza

A Taste of Italian Classics

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES WITH Chef Janet

Global Mystery Box Challenge

Potsticker Dumpling Feast

Soup or Chili Cook-Off

Pasta Crafting Fun

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