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Chef Karen, a 40-year cooking instructor and author of five cookbooks, hosts imaginative classes tailor made for those looking to expand their cooking repertoire. Her specialty isn’t one dish or cuisine, rather a philosophy: “Cook for taste, eat for health.” Chef Karen personally shops for and carefully hand selects each fruit, meat and vegetable to ensure classes use high-quality ingredients. Come cook with Chef Karen to create “food that makes you feel good.”

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NYC Cooking Class: Classic French Kitchen Dinner

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NYC Hibachi Catering: Gourmet Hibachi Grill Dinner

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Gourmet Hibachi Grill Dinner

$60 each

Hibachi Catering

$60

Uncover the artistry of Japanese hibachi cooking. Delight in the interactive and flavorful world of hibachi grill with this private chef meal led by Chef Josh. He will set up his own hibachi grill to prepare a delicious array of proteins, from strip steak to seafood and vegetarian options. Sit back and enjoy the...

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Chef Josh or Local Hibachi Chef

4.8

10 Reviews

Manhattan

Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd & other times

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NYC Private Chef Meal: Signature Steak Menu

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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...

Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd & other times

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NYC Private Chef Meal: Fresh and Elevated Brunch

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Fresh and Elevated Brunch

$99 each

Private Chef Meal

$99

Start your day right with an upscale brunch menu made with fresh ingredients. Treat yourself to a private chef meal from Chef Jimi. Enjoy a customized and delicious meal to elevate your morning meal. Your meal begins with brunch staples like vanilla Greek yogurt or avocado toast. Choose main courses such as...

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NYC Food Tour + Drink Upgrade: From Bites to Brews in Chinatown & Little Italy

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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...

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NYC Food Tour: East Village Cuisine - NYC

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East Village Cuisine - NYC

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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

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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

22 Reviews

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NYC Team Building Activity: French Steakhouse Team Building in NYC

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Team Building Activity

$145

Practice classic culinary skills for a traditional French menu in this hands-on experience. Quintessential French flavors will be on full display in this engaging team building cooking class. Gather your crew and let Chef Paige will guide you through a menu of authentic French dishes while teaching useful culinary...

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4.6

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NYC Team Building Activity: Iron Chef Cooking Competition

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Great for Groups of 8-16

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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

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Online Cooking Class: Crudo Four Ways: Ceviche, Tiradito and More

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Crudo Four Ways: Ceviche, Tiradito and More

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A virtual interactive journey through the bright, citrus-forward world of crudo. Dive into the art of crudo in this online cooking class with Chef Sharon, an esteemed culinary expert celebrated for her mastery of fresh, citrus-forward seafood technique. Live and interactive from your own kitchen, this session is...

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$49/Person

Add a new set of dessert recipes to your baking resume. Surprise guests at your next gathering by joining this fun and interactive online cooking class. Under the guidance of a gourmet chef, you'll practice a variety of techniques while learning how to create authentic Korean desserts. Begin your culinary session...

Next Date: Wed, Jun 3rd, 4:30pm PT/7:30pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Health-Boosting Mocktails

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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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NYC Cooking Class: Eclectic Italian Cuisine

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Eclectic Italian Cuisine

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Learn a variety of gourmet seasonal Italian recipes and techniques with Chef Karen. Chef Karen brings her philosophy, "Cook for taste, eat for health," to this engaging culinary course. In this class, you will learn knife skills, pro-cooking tips, and new skills to use in your own kitchen. Professional chef and...

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Chef Karen's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 2 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Karen

Kathy

05/08/18

Cozymeal did not disappoint! It was a great experience. I am always looking for unique things to do in the cities I visit. I love culinary experiences that I can interact with other people. My cooking experience in Chef Karen’s home was perfect!

05/08/18

Jess

03/30/17

Karen’s cooking class was exactly what I was looking for- a fun and unique experience where I picked up lots of new cooking skills and ate delicious, healthy food. Karen was so welcoming and full of life, I can’t wait for the next class.

03/30/17

Chef Karen

Classic French Kitchen Dinner

Fresh Pasta 101

Elegant Italian Dishes

Gourmet Hibachi Grill Dinner

Signature Steak Menu

Fresh and Elevated Brunch

From Bites to Brews in Chinatown & Little Italy

East Village Cuisine - NYC

Landmarks of Manhattan

Elegant Italian Dishes

French Steakhouse Team Building in NYC

Iron Chef Cooking Competition

Crudo Four Ways: Ceviche, Tiradito and More

Sweets From Korea

Health-Boosting Mocktails

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Karen THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Eclectic Italian Cuisine