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4.9
(136 reviews)

Chef Michael

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Chef Michael
Verified chef
Food Safety Certified
136 Reviews
With nearly three decades of cooking experience in New York City and stints at three Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe, it's safe to say that Chef Michael is one culinary artist with an enormous amount of knowledge to share. Learn new cooking techniques and broaden your culinary horizons with Chef Michael, whose culinary expertise spans the globe.
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The Joy of Holiday Tamales

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Refined Italian Classics

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Savor gourmet Italian recipes that capture the heart of Italy. Celebrate Italy’s most beloved flavors in this interactive cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). Guided by Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll sauté creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp, prepare Parmesan polenta with silky texture...
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Gourmet '90s-Inspired Small Bites

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Recreate some of your favorite '90s TV dinners with gourmet flair. In this interactive cooking class, you'll learn how to make several small dishes inspired by popular '90s TV dinners. But while these dishes are inspired by TV dinners, they're far from the reheated meal you're used to. Begin with herby green pea...
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From Bites to Brews in Chinatown & Little Italy

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Local Favorites in NYC

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Traditions of Greenwich Village

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Sample culinary delights that pay homage to the historic roots and storied traditions of NYC. On this food tour through Greenwich Village led by a passionate guide, you will have the unique opportunity to stroll the shaded, brownstone-lined streets while learning about how "The Village" became the epicenter of the...
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Discover fresh and vibrant flavors of coastal cuisine with a unique dining experience. Treat yourself or a group to a private chef meal focusing on elegant coastal recipes. Chef Michael will prepare and serve a customized three-course menu. Start by choosing from appetizers such as crab cakes, a colorful beet...
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Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with a unique dining experience. Invite friends and family to a private chef meal focused on the flavors of Roman Italian cuisine. Chef Michael prepares, serves and showcases culinary excellence with this elevated menu. This fully customizable meal starts with a choice of fresh...
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Four-Course Spanish Tapas

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4.9
136 Reviews
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A bounty of seasonal ingredients awaits glorious preparation with guidance from Chef Michael. In this hands-on team building class, Chef Michael will guide you and your team as you work together to prepare an incredibly impressive three-course menu featuring fresh ingredients straight from the garden. You and your...
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4.9
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Explore the Southern Mediterranean

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Learn valuable team building skills while exploring a heart-healthy and satisfying cuisine. In this hands-on team building class inspired by Sicily, Provence and Morocco, Chef Michael will guide you and your team through the preparation of a three-course Mediterranean menu boasting some serious flair. You and your...
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4.9
136 Reviews
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Chef Michael will teach you how to use time-honored Italian techniques in this cooking class. Explore Italian cooking with Chef Michael as he transforms fresh market ingredients into a seasonal feast. This menu features vibrant flavors straight from the Lombardy region near Milan in the north of Italy. In this...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
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Spanish Flavors From Andalusia

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Let Chef Michael be your guide through three courses of colorful, Spanish cuisine. Join Chef Michael for a hands-on cooking class exploring the contemporary flavors of modern Spanish fare. Tour the region of Andalusia through its vibrant, culinary culture. Begin by learning how to expertly fill dates with crunchy...
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4.9
136 Reviews
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Classic French Cooking

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Join Chef Michael for a refined culinary class featuring French cooking. This hands-on class will explore traditional and modern French cuisine as Chef Michael teaches tried-and-true culinary techniques and three courses of piquant recipes. Chef Michael will begin by discussing regional recipes and offers a basic...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
New York City
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Chef Michael's Overall Rating

4.9 / 5

Based on 136 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Michael

Deborah M.

Deborah

07/01/24
We had the best time with Chef Michael. We learned some really great recipes and the pasta making was the best! We can’t wait to book again.
07/01/24
Jolene C.

Jolene

04/01/24
The class with Chef Michael was great! It felt laid back and fun, and he gave us practical tips on technique throughout, so we also learned from it. The food also tasted stellar! Loved it and would recommend!
04/01/24
Daniel R.

Daniel

03/23/24
We had a great time and learned a ton from Chef Michael! We’d love to do this again.
03/23/24