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4.9
(136 reviews)

Chef Michael

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Chef Michael
Verified chef
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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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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas

Handmade Holiday Macaron

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make elegant holiday macarons in this hands-on workshop. Celebrate the holidays with a festive French macaron cooking class in NYC. Learn the delicate art of macaron-making as you craft seasonal favorites like candy cane swirl macarons and gingerbread caramel macarons. Guided by Chef Emily or one of the...
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Chef Emily or Resident Chef
4.3
78 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th at 9:00AM & other times
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CHEF’S PLACE
Christmas

Traditional Holiday Macarons From Scratch

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the magic of the season with a decadent macaron workshop. Join Chef Jackson or one of the talented resident chefs in Lake Grove (New York) for a holiday macaron cooking class that brings French pastry flair to your Christmas celebrations. You’ll prepare candy cane swirl macarons with a peppermint twist and...
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Chef Jackson or Resident Chef
5.0
20 Reviews
Lake Grove
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th at 9:00AM & other times
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Christmas

Make French Macarons From Scratch

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Roll up your sleeves and bake delicious macarons this holiday season. Add a sweet touch to your holiday season in this hands-on macaron cooking class in White Plains (Westchester). With expert guidance from Chef Amalia or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll create festive macarons in flavors like candy cane...
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Chef Amalia or Resident Chef
4.8
34 Reviews
White Plains
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th at 9:00AM & other times
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Contemporary Surf and Turf

$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy the buttery elegance of lobster and the earthy tenderness of duck with Chef Jimi. Chef Jimi uses farm-fresh ingredients to create a modern menu teeming with delightful textures and flavors. Your private chef meal begins with a peppery arugula and pancetta salad, and crunchy Italian rice balls filled with...
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Chef Jimi
4.9
17 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th & other times
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Holiday

Signature Steak Menu

$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Fans of steakhouse dining can savor a satisfying spread from salad to dessert. In this gourmet private chef meal, Chef Kenneth will curate, prepare and serve a decadent menu of classic and modern steakhouse favorites. Begin by enjoying an earthy roasted beet salad with arugula and goat cheese croutons, then sink...
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Chef Kenneth
5.0
44 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
Next Date: Thu, Dec 11th & other times
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Classic Korean BBQ

$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Get ready to enjoy an authentic Korean BBQ experience, tasting its signature dishes. During this private chef meal, Chef Misun will take you on a journey filled with flavors and expertise. She will demonstrate how an authentic Korean BBQ is done, showcasing her skills in preparing exquisite meals. You'll...
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Chef Misun
5.0
88 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
Next Date: Thu, Dec 11th & other times
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From Bites to Brews in Chinatown & Little Italy

$135
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
$135
Taste the flavors of Chinatown and Little Italy with local craft drinks included. Discover the best of Chinatown and Little Italy on this food tour paired with refreshing signature drinks that enhance the city’s diverse flavors. Sip thoughtfully crafted beverages alongside classic bites in a culinary journey through...
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Guide Bobby or Local Guide
4.4
14 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th at 11:30AM & other times
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East Village Cuisine - NYC

$115
Food Tour
$115
The best way to take in a city's vibe is through its culinary side. Explore the history, culture and cuisine of the Big Apple's East Village with this food tour. Led by a local trained guide, you'll explore the hottest restaurants and bars in town. Along the way, check out landmarks and architecture, pick up culinary...
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Guide Avital or Local Guide
5.0
5 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Thu, Dec 11th at 6:00PM & other times
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Landmarks of Manhattan

$79
Food Tour
$79
Embark on a culinary adventure through Chelsea Market, the Meatpacking District, and the High Line. On this food tour with Guide Lauren & team, you will have the unique opportunity to eat your way through famous Manhattan landmarks, including Chelsea Market, James Beard Foundation Curated Market 57, the High Line, and...
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Guide Lauren or Local Guide
4.8
21 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Fri, Dec 12th at 11:00AM & other times
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CHEF’S PLACE
Great for Groups of 16-20

Elegant Italian Dishes

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Learn how to cook authentic Italian dishes in this hands-on team building cooking class. Gather your crew and join Chef Jimi for an engaging cooking class where you'll learn how to make several classic Italian dishes. Your team will be led through every step of the process as you prepare the meal together. To...
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Chef Jimi
4.9
17 Reviews
NYC (Little Italy)
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th at 6:00PM & other times
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Great for Groups of 18-30

Handpicked Italian Favorites

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Gather your team around the pizza oven for a build your own Italian night. With Chef Kymberly to share the techniques and flavor pairings classic to Italian cuisine, your team can draw inspiration for their own personalized dishes. For a tangy, crunchy start, bite into a flavor-packed bruschetta topped with bright...
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Chef Kymberly
4.9
47 Reviews
Brooklyn (Williamsburg)
Next Date: Thu, Dec 11th at 6:00PM & other times
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Great for Groups of 8-16

Iron Chef Cooking Competition

$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Join Chef Ivan for a fun and exciting Iron Chef-style cooking competition with your team! In this hands-on team building experience hosted by Chef Ivan, you and your group will be divided into two teams and then will go head to head to see who can cook up the best dish. Each team will be assigned a basket with a...
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Chef Ivan or Resident Chef
4.9
373 Reviews
New York
Next Date: Fri, Dec 12th at 11:00AM & other times
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Japanese Soufflé Pancakes With Crème Brûlée Twist

$49/Person
Online Cooking Class
$49/Person
Discover a French-Asian crossover that makes breakfast a whole new experience. Home bakers can add a new specialty to their line-up thanks to this online cooking class from Chef Stacey. Discover a gourmet French twist on Japanese soufflé pancakes that provides a blast of fusion flavor you'll adore. Follow...
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Chef Stacey
5.0
88 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th, 3:30pm PT/6:30pm ET & other times
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Health-Boosting Mocktails

$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Power up with these four mood-boosting beverages meant relax and bring balance to your diet. Chef Angela-Michelle will bring her knowledge of plant-based nutrition to this mocktail-making class as you create libations that will power you from the inside with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Begin with an elderberry...
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Chef Angela-Michelle
4.9
461 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Wed, Dec 10th, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET & other times
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Serving the Spanish Summer

$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Bring a taste of sun-soaked Spain to your table with this chef-led cooking class Paella is one of the world’s most-loved dishes and this online cooking class offers the chance to finally master it at home. Sign up and you’ll be guided by a world-class chef, learning the time-honored traditions and secrets behind...
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Chef Legina
5.0
12 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Thu, Dec 11th, 4:00pm PT/7:00pm ET & other times
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Michael THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Vibrant Italian Market Cooking

$119
Cooking Class
$119
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
New York City
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NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia 2 slide NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia 3 slide NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia 4 slide NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia 5 slide NYC Cooking Class: Spanish Flavors From Andalusia 6 slide
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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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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
New York City
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NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking 2 slide NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking 3 slide NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking 4 slide NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking 5 slide NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Cooking 6 slide
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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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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Michael THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Great for Groups of 16-22

Classic Greek Dishes

$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Take a culinary journey to the Greek Isles with Chef Michael. In this hands-on team building cooking class, Chef Michael will take your tastebuds (and your colleagues) on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean. Under his instruction, your team will work through an authentic three-course Greek menu, making each dish...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
New York
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Great for Groups of 16-22

The Beauty of Basque Cuisine

$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Bask in the flavors of the Basque region with Chef Michael in this team building experience! In this hands-on team building class, Chef Michael will guide you and your team as you work together to prepare three traditional dishes from the the Basque region. The cuisine of the Basque region boldly blends the best...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
New York
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An Elegant Evening in Provence

$145
Team Building Activity
$145
Get a taste of Mediterranean France with your team in this fun, exciting culinary experience. In this hands-on team building class with Chef Michael, you and your team will be transported into an elegant evening in Provence with Chef Michael's luxurious three-course menu. Provence is a beautiful region full of...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
New York
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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Michael THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Gourmet Salmon Dinner

$119
Private Chef Meal
$119
Treat yourself to a beautiful gourmet salmon dinner swimming with fresh, bold, and bright flavors. In this private dining experience, Chef Michael will prepare for you a gourmet four-course salmon dinner using the most fresh and highest-quality ingredients available. Some of the dishes you can look forward to enjoying...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
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Sophisticated Seafood Menu

$119
Private Chef Meal
$119
Join Chef Micheal for a sophisticated seafood supper like no other in this culinary experience. In this private dining experience, Chef Michael will prepare for you a sophisticated four-course seafood-centric dinner menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients, and cooking techniques yielding incredible flavor profiles....
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
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New York Strip Roast

$119
Private Chef Meal
$119
Get ready to experience New York strip steak like never before in this culinary experience. In this private dining experience, Chef Michael will prepare for you a gourmet three-course steak dinner featuring a meltingly tender New York strip roast with onion confit and a sultry red wine sauce as the show-stopping...
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Chef Michael
4.9
136 Reviews
Serving the NYC area
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REVIEWS

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