Portland (Rosemont)
4.9
(77 reviews)

Chef Tess

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Chef Tess
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77 Reviews
Classically trained under world-class chefs like Mario Batali, Mattahias Froeshcel and Wylie Dufresne, Chef Tess is equipped in a range of techniques and cuisines from molecular gastronomy to rustic Italian. After years in the restaurant industry and achieving second place on the Food Network’s "Chopped," Chef Tess decided to focus on her passion for teaching people how to cook simple and satisfying food. She's also been part of "Good Mythical Morning," a talk show series on YouTube.
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Tess

Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Italian Gnocchi 6 slide
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Homemade Italian Gnocchi

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to craft a timeless, authentic Italian culinary staple with Chef Tess. Gnocchi has been a fixture of Italian cuisine since being introduced in the 1700s and consists of potato dumplings that pair well with a variety of sauces. With the expert guidance of Chef Tess, who is classically trained with years of...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
Next Date: Thu, Aug 14th at 4:00PM & other times
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Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics 6 slide
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Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn how to make traditional Japanese comfort food with recipes you'll pass down for generations. Handcraft Japanese classics from start to finish in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Tess. Discover the traditional techniques that create the rich, savory flavors of comforting dishes that warm the heart and...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Making Pasta From Scratch 6 slide
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Making Pasta From Scratch

$119
Cooking Class
$119
In this interactive class, you'll learn all about the secrets to make pasta by hand. If you've ever tried handmade pasta, you know it's vastly superior to the store-bought variety in both flavor and texture. But did you know that pasta consists of just two ingredients — eggs and flour — and that it's actually...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine 6 slide
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Popular Staples of Thai Cuisine

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Chef Tess demystifies the art of exotic Thai cooking with a simple and easy approach. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Tess, you will learn how to prepare a few popular Thai staples using Asian kitchen techniques and ingredients. If it's your first time cooking Thai cuisine — or even cooking at all —...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Explore Northern Indian Cuisine 6 slide
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Explore Northern Indian Cuisine

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the art of crafting authentic Northern Indian cuisine. Stimulate your senses on this culinary journey to Northern India in this immersive cooking class. Chef Tess will teach you the essential basics for mastering this vibrant cuisine. To start, make a homemade garlic naan using fresh ingredients. Then, make a...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Tess

Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Timeless Surf and Turf 6 slide
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Timeless Surf and Turf

$139 each
Private Chef Meal
$139
Savor flavors of farm and sea in a meal merging the best of both worlds. Fresh seafood and chophouse favorites makes this personal chef experience a celebration of sustainable dining. Chef Tess takes to the kitchen to craft a one-of-a-kind array of stunning restaurant-caliber cuisine you'll enjoy at your own home...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
Serving the Portland area
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Collection of Italian Classics 6 slide
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Collection of Italian Classics

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Enjoy an authentic Italian feast in the comfort of your own home. Share trattoria traditions from the Old World with friends and family in a private chef meal focused on fine Italian dining. Chef Tess arranges a sterling selection of lush heritage dishes, where every recipe receives the gourmet...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exquisite Spanish Selections 6 slide
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Exquisite Spanish Selections

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Regional favorites from one of Europe's key cuisines become your new favorite meal. Spain makes an appearance in your home dining space courtesy of Chef Tess at this enchanting private chef meal. Sink into a line-up of classic flavors representing the legacy of a cuisine treasured around the globe. Construct...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Gourmet French Finesse 6 slide
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Gourmet French Finesse

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Enjoy a touch of continental cuisine prepared in-home for your ultimate enjoyment. Tantalizing creations from the best Parisian traditions fill your table in this enchanting private chef meal hosted by Chef Tess. Feast on fabulous French dishes prepared for your pleasure and served with a dash of upscale...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Steakhouse For Connoisseurs 6 slide
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Steakhouse For Connoisseurs

$149 each
Private Chef Meal
$149
No need to step out for a steak dinner with this chef-crafted culinary collection. This gourmet private chef meal from Chef Tess brings beloved steakhouse dishes home for dinner. She'll assemble a handcrafted suite of supreme creations designed with the chophouse aficionado in mind. Arrange a menu filled with...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Specialty Seafood Spread 6 slide
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Specialty Seafood Spread

$139 each
Private Chef Meal
$139
Let your guest chef create a spectacular meal for you and your crew. Shore up your dinner plans with this sumptuous, ocean-fresh private chef meal. Chef Tess prepares a luxe nautical menu peppered with delicious gourmet touches. Select a starter like crab cakes and Niçoise salad and choose an entrée from...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Exceptional Asian Dining 6 slide
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Exceptional Asian Dining

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
The traditions of Asian cuisine become a one-of-a-kind in-home dining moment. Lovers of authentic Asian flavors are in for the dinner of a lifetime with this private chef meal baked into their plans. Enjoy a diverse selection of sushi and other traditional dishes crafted by hand by your esteemed host, Chef...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty 2 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty 3 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty 4 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty 5 slide Portland Private Chef Meal: Sumptuous Brunch Bounty 6 slide
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Sumptuous Brunch Bounty

$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Give your brunch buddies a reason to celebrate with this elegant menu. Midday meals have never been quite as tempting as the brunch-ready spread in this exhilarating private chef meal. Chef Tess is on hand to help you rise and shine with an array of incredible dishes that are sure to awaken your...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Elegant Christmas Dining Portland Private Chef Meal: Elegant Christmas Dining 2 slide
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Elegant Christmas Dining

$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Savor a multi-course Christmas meal prepared by a top-tier chef this holiday season. Throw an immaculate holiday party with a dinner prepared by a five star culinary specialist in this private chef meal. Skip the crowded grocery stores and overbooked restaurants and have your holiday meal made for you in the...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Portland Private Chef Meal: Curated Thanksgiving Holiday Fare Portland Private Chef Meal: Curated Thanksgiving Holiday Fare 2 slide
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Curated Thanksgiving Holiday Fare

$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Savor the season's flavors as Chef Tess creates a memorable Thanksgiving feast. Skip the stress of cooking this Thanksgiving and enjoy a private chef meal. Delight in a personalized, multi-course meal prepared by a top-tier chef just for your gathering. Start with a rich butternut squash soup and flaky...
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4.9
77 Reviews
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Tess

Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi 2 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi 3 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi 4 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi 5 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Together We Gnocchi 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 10-30

Together We Gnocchi

$129
Team Building Activity
$129
Fresh ingredients, authentic Italian cuisine mixed with an unforgettable team experience. Experience the thrills of traditional Italian cooking with top-rated Chef Tess for a delightful team building activity. Utilizing your collaboration and culinary skills, create the perfect meal together as a team. Under expert...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
Portland (Southeast Portland)
Next Date: Thu, Aug 14th at 4:00PM
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Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn 2 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn 3 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn 4 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn 5 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Classic California Autumn 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 2-10

Classic California Autumn

$109
Team Building Activity
$109
Reap the bounty of autumn and create a simple yet elegant country dinner. Gather your team and learn how to put together a simple and wholesome meal. Chef Tess honed her cooking skills under some of the biggest names in the industry and is eager to share with you some of the tricks she picked up along the way. You and...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion 2 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion 3 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion 4 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion 5 slide Portland Team Building Activity: Mexican-Spanish Fusion 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 2-10

Mexican-Spanish Fusion

$119
Team Building Activity
$119
Enjoy a Latin-inspired gathering with these zesty crowd-pleasers. Bring bold and spicy flavors to your next team building event by creating a Mexican-Spanish spread. Chef Tess honed her cooking skills under some of the biggest names in the industry and is eager to share with you some of the tricks she picked up along...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Tess THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy French Country Cooking 6 slide
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Healthy French Country Cooking

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Pick up new cooking techniques to prepare French food with a healthy twist. Chef Tess has created a menu full of flavor and nutrition straight out of a French country kitchen. This class will teach you new techniques, like how to make a rolled turkey pesto torchon, and the best ways to substitute healthier ingredients...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Homemade Bread Making 101 6 slide
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Homemade Bread Making 101

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the joy of baking bread with Chef Tess and fill your kitchen with joy. Learn the ancient craft of bread making in this hands-on baking class with Chef Tess. It's a skill that you will use time and time again! Start with a classic sourdough loaf using only wild starter, flour and water. You'll receive a...
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Chef Tess
4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast 2 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast 3 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast 4 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast 5 slide Portland Cooking Class: Healthy Mexican Feast 6 slide
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Healthy Mexican Feast

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn how to create a flavorful and bright Mexican feast with Chef Tess. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Tess will impart her culinary wisdom as she guides you through handcrafting a gourmet four-course Mexican menu. You'll learn useful techniques for prepping ingredients and pairing flavors during the class,...
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4.9
77 Reviews
West Linn (Rosemont)
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REVIEWS

Chef Tess's Overall Rating

4.9 / 5

Based on 77 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Tess

Rachel N.

Rachel

04/20/25
We had a great time at this class. Chef Tess was very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking. We are pretty beginner-level, but she gave a mix of tips for beginners and for more advanced chefs. She was also a lot of fun to work with - telling funny stories and jokes and helping the whole group stay engaged. All of the food was delicious, and she provided all of the recipes so that we can make everything at home. We would take a class with her again. :)
04/20/25
Ray Garcia .

Ray Garcia

03/03/25
She's good at explaining everything
03/03/25
Cameron S.

Cameron

02/07/25
Chef Tess was so awesome! We loved how casually she dropped her knowledge and expertise while making the whole experience fun and incredibly delicious! She’s great, 10/10 would 1000% recommend
02/07/25