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Chef Melissa

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Chef Melissa
Verified chef
10 Reviews
Certified by the Academy of Culinary Nutrition as well as American Fitness Professionals, Chef Melissa's emphasis is on clean eating, organic food and toxic free environments from the inside-out. Her ability to transform traditional favorites into fresh, tasty meals will leave you in disbelief that it is, in fact, healthy. Leave Chef Melissa's class with culinary tips and techniques to improve your overall health, deliciously!
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Essential Cooking Skills

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Elegant Italian Dishes

$169
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$169
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A Japanese Matcha Tea Ceremony

$145
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Sit together with a tea master, learn the rituals of chanoyu and whisk your own bowls of matcha. Gather your team for a serene, grounding experience in this team building activity centered on chanoyu, the Japanese tea ceremony. With more than 800 years of history, chanoyu is not simply about drinking tea – it's...
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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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Landmarks of Manhattan

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Melissa THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Classic and Healthy Mediterranean

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Explore this versatile and wholesome cuisine with Chef Melissa! Mediterranean fare is the coming together of culinary inspiration from the Greek islands, the shoreline of Spain, and even Lebanon. Now you and your honey can experience a personalized class setting where you have the opportunity to fully immerse...
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5.0
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Cooking For Mental Wellness

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Nourish your body and mind by cooking your way to better mental health! In this hands-on class with Chef Melissa, you will learn how to prepare a gluten and dairy-free four-course menu using fresh ingredients boasting nutritional benefits that help to manage your mood and overall wellbeing. Some of the recipes and...
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5.0
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Plant Based Paleo

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Let Chef Melissa show you how scrumptious plant-based paleo dishes can be! If you are on the paleo diet, you will likely be eating more than just a few plant-based dishes. Join Chef Melissa for a delicious and nutritious class that will be all about plants and how to make them the star on your plate. Discover how...
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Chef Melissa
5.0
10 Reviews
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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Melissa THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Italian Feast With a Modern Twist

$99
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$99
Treat yourself to mouthwatering Italian dishes prepared just for you in your home. Italian cuisine draws on hundreds of years of tradition, but there's still leaves plenty of room for innovators like Chef Melissa to explore new spins on classic dishes. In this private experience, you'll enjoy a feast prepared by a...
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Chef Melissa
5.0
10 Reviews
Manhattan
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NYC Private Chef Meal: Fresh Vegetarian Dinner Party
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Fresh Vegetarian Dinner Party

$99
Private Chef Meal
$99
Indulge in a healthy meal with this stunning vegetarian feast prepared by Chef Melissa. In this private chef meal, Chef Melissa assembles four striking dishes using entirely vegetarian ingredients, crafting an exquisite meal that's chock full of uplifting flavors. Each course can be made vegan, gluten free, and...
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Chef Melissa
5.0
10 Reviews
Manhattan
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NYC Private Chef Meal: Light and Bright Mediterranean Fare
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Light and Bright Mediterranean Fare

$99
Private Chef Meal
$99
Treat yourself and guests to a colorful Mediterranean dinner with this private chef meal. Known for its uplifting flavors and healthy ingredients, Mediterannean cuisine strikes the perfect balance between light and satisfying. Over three delicious courses, Chef Melissa puts a refreshing spin on several...
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Chef Melissa
5.0
10 Reviews
Manhattan
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REVIEWS

Chef Melissa's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 10 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Melissa

Maida S.

Maida

07/25/19
We learned a lot and enjoyed Chef Melissa’s cooking class a great deal. She tailored the recipes to our dietary needs and was creative and helpful. The meal was delicious and we had fun!
07/25/19
Jen B.

Jen

01/31/18
Melissa was amazing! She made sure to check in about dietary restrictions and made modifications where possible! She made the class fun and joked with us as we prepared a really delicious meal!
01/31/18
Vaishali S.

Vaishali

01/30/18
I was not home but my kids found it very interesting and informative for them .
01/30/18